Not to sound offensive.... but greatest things weren't done by people who were seeking pleasure for themselves. World would be much worse place for everybody if people like Mother Theresa sought hedonism instead of altruism.

Pleasure is fine...for a while... but mindless hedonism is mindless. You seek more and more. Kinkier sex, sweeter macrons, better steaks, more booze and more bling, faster cars, trendier clothes and whatnot... but it all is meangless. Altruism on the other hand can make you feel more worthy for yourself. Adopting a pet can give you more pleasure than buying pair of Manolos... Altruism and thinking of others is about emotions too. Facebook message from a dear friend can cause greater and better emotions than momentarily material pleasure.

Don't get me wrong, enjoying things is fine.... but it shouldn't be all there is.