Yes, I’m happy to help people in crisis. Is that bad?
I have “gone to the rescue” many times to help people who were needy or suicidal or addicted and in need of therapy or treatment.Recently one of my children told me that since I derive happiness from helping others, that I am really selfish and that my actions are no more laudable than those of people who pursue happiness through other selfish means.: “Selfish” is probably the most pejorative word to describe your tendency to rescue people, but your child is obviously trying to make a point.
Those who need rescuing are no doubt grateful for your so-called selfishness, but a true “rescuer” derives her sense of self through rescuing others.
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