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particleye t1_iz62l11 wrote

I think it just depends on where you’re at emotionally and spiritually. If you are fulfilled by serving others full time then that is indeed saintly and something to admire.

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emilymariek33 t1_izd9cwt wrote

I think admire is a strong word. Admire means that it holds extreme value. In my opinion extreme altruism is not something to admire as it means you have no sense of self. Also, we do good deeds because it makes US feel good. So, in some way is extreme altruism kind of self-serving ? I think that's why most philosophy's talk so much about balance and how that is the thing you should be seeking.

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particleye t1_izdosph wrote

For the vast majority, I think everything is done out of, in part, selfish reasons. The actions done however vary widely in wholesomeness. To flourish in the act of giving one’s own life to serve other beings is, I think, of maximum wholesomeness.

It is also possible to have a sense of self but not be limited to it.

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emilymariek33 t1_izh59ns wrote

I guess it just depends on the intentions of the person. But I value people that help when a opportunity is presented to them instead of seeking it. For some reason people that seek to help others give me the ick lol like what are you trying to prove to others. Also people that go into “serving” for religious purposes tend to get an ego.

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particleye t1_izhj09j wrote

Agreed, intention is where it’s at. Anything can be corrupted.

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emilymariek33 t1_izh5g6c wrote

Especially the people that “help” and post it all over the internet to showcase what a “good person” they are

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