I try to do something everyday that is a positive for someone else without asking for anything in return. Sometimes even a random act of kindness can be uplifting to you and a total stranger.
Leftists say this, but don't do it.
I believe you say this and also do it. So good for you for practicing this, and not just saying it.
I hope you don't get screwed over in the process of helping others, Les. There is one thing I do expect from people I do good deeds for, and that is respect. Failing that... I'd rather just do nothing.
Also, I find people are pretty entitled these days. And if you do repeat flavours for the same person, some sort of expectation effects come about.
Not that long ago, I gave a ride to an Indigenous man, after asking for a cigarette [which he did not have]. It wasn't long after that I had some concern for my safety. I think he was a solvent addict.
I have mounds of stories like that. I'd rather not help these days. Sounds awful, but that's how I feel after helping many people over many years.