I don't know why anyone would create an expenditure to promote the content of others without some sort of personal gain from it. Unless I missed something, you seem to be doing just that.
It really bothers me to see comments like this, on a level deeper than I can really express in words. The world is in a state of pain and suffering, on a grand scale, yet some still seem to be trapped in this mindset, that actions must always come with a selfish reward. I'm not saying you are, and I'm not attacking you. These are topics that people should be thinking about and discussing right now.
And yes, I read every word you wrote here, twice actually, but I don't really care to debate it, because I don't think my man here is trying to game or take advantage of anyone. Also, his memos that people view as spam, usually come with an indicator that he will stop the messages if requested by single users. I make it a point to read and interpret peoples words carefully, as well as account operations.
Have you ever heard of ALTRUISM?
If I've offended you, it wasn't my intent. I just feel we should start being less skeptical of one another, and think deeply, as well as discuss issues that need to be solved in the world. Sure, many have screwed up motives, but assumption based thinking that lacks any solid basis is not the solution, IMO.
Altruism is dead. I've never met anyone who claimed to be its proponent who actually lived it. @crypto.piotr, by his own admission, doesn't send these messages purely for altruistic motives.
That doesn't sound like altruism me. It's a business decision. Nothing wrong with that.
BTW, I've made no accusations. I have only asked questions.
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Well, I'm not saying you are making accusations. You're taking what appears to be questionable evidence, and presenting it in an intelligible and respectful manner.
I don't agree that altruism is dead. I'm a man who's slept under bridges in the cold of winter, and have given my resources to others, when I was in need myself. I don't really care if you believe this or not honestly, because it's not my will to impose.
Altruism as a whole is lacking, but it's not dead IMO. It's a facet of human nature that will never die. It just needs a little rekindling at times. Thank you for your response sir, good day to you.
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Dear @blockurator
Is that your life experience? Im very sorry.
Yours
Piotr
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It's not a life experience. It's a living reality. Ever hear of MC Hammer? He made millions selling hip-hop albums and in five years went bankrupt. Why? He was altruistic. Gave people jobs who didn't work, paid their salaries. Went bankrupt.
Ever hear of earning your wages and making what you're worth? It's called making a living.
That's not to say there isn't a place for charity, benevolence, giving to your fellow man. But if you give more than you earn, you go bankrupt.
Here's my experience: Those who hold altruism up to be some kind of benevolent virtue to behold are either shysters or idiots. It's an unsustainable business model.
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Dear @blockurator, @futuremind
I agree. We just need to know our limits.
Look. I turned 40 lately and I decided that I want to make small difference within life of few people. Since I've decent earnings and I live quite confortable life - I can afford to invest some time and energy to help several people here.
And most of those people are from Venezuela. I really don't see a way of me earning anything that would justify my efforts. But I know that I can change life of few of those people. I actually did help 2 get some part time jobs already and I'm still helping them learn more about social media.
Do I consider myself an altruist? Not really. But technically I do not gain anything except of feeling that I did something in my life more meaningful than making money.
But I also understand that I can only "give that much" without affecting my lifestyle and my budget.
And to be honest, I've met number of people who consider themself succesful and financially independent, who do spent some % of their time, energy and other resources on doing things for others. Some people do have this desire. I do.
Yours
piotr
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This is all awesome stuff. Benevolence, charity, helping others ... it makes the world a better place.
This proves you're not an altruist. You benefit from your benevolence, and you should. Altruists don't benefit, and don't seek benefits. Helping others is a good thing. And God knows the people in Venezuela need some help.
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Well. If feeling good about doing some good dead is benevolence, then surely I'm not an altruist. I never really cared if I fit this category anyway.
All the best my friend
Piotr
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Dear @futuremind
It seem that many people did shocked you lately :)
Cheers, Piotr
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Sure @crypto.piotr, I'm not one hundred percent sure the implied meaning behind your expression, but I have an idea. Yes, I find many aspects of human psychology to be shocking, at least, the current state of affairs in relation to psychological states in general. I think cognitive dissonance is appropriate to coin here. If my meaning resonates, I am not sure. At times you are a man of little words, which I find to be a sign of great intelligence.
I'm working towards not being so bothered by what I see, because it's a nice way to backslide during the course of one's healing process.
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Dear @crypto.piotr,
Thank you for dropping by...
I don't have to say much except to say that I totally understand your intention. It's your nature to be kindhearted...and I knew the feeling.
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