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Originally Posted by keetah992000
altruism isnt about expecting anything in return its more about doing something for no reason at all. Its not about karma and all that bumf.
feeding anew born baby isnt an altruistic act - why is it ? Getting down to basics its about keeping the gene pool going- it is an instinctive act the reason a mother keeps feeding her baby is to keep the baby alive, and hopefully it will thrive into a strong human being who will pass on equally strong genes.
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I don't think you understand what altruism is. Did you read the definition?
altruism
1.the principle or practice of unselfish concern for or devotion to the welfare of others (opposed to
egoism).
2.
Animal Behavior. behavior by an animal that may be to its disadvantage but that benefits others of its kind, as a warning cry that reveals the location of the caller to a predator.
You say it's to do with 'doing something for no reason at all'. That's not what altruism is at all. What you describe is more like random anarchy, or just being a bit mental.
