Some days I truly feel as though I could successfully compose an argumentative essay stating that the concept of helping others, in a general sense, is on the brink of extinction. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again – I firmly believe the pandemic made a lot of us either consciously or unconsciously selfish, and I think the damage has proven itself to have permanence, years later.
I don’t know if I have ever found myself dealing with so many entitled, rude, unhappy and plain mean people as I have in the last few years, and that is saying something tremendous seeing as I really don’t even get out too often.
I was raised to help others when they need it, and it is a principle I will instil in my own children one day. Witnessing people recognizing someone in a public setting who could use a helping hand and choosing to ignore them breaks my heart, and it should break yours, too.
Decades ago, it was considered normal to help others out. Whether it be a friend, your neighbour, family or a complete stranger, we are all deserving of basic kindness, and it’s about damn time we start putting this ideology into practice. And I’m not making reference to the concept that if you provide someone aid they’re now in your debt – the act of helping someone should be done with selfless intentions, not ones that are affiliated with personal gain or benefit.
We’re all human (as far as I know), and regardless of background, religion, race, family dynamic, occupation, location, or any factor, for that matter, we all need a helping hand every now and then. If you see someone who needs assistance, and you’re able to help them out in a safe manner, please do so, without hesitation.
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