<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
I have never helped a person where long term it paid off, so why should I ever help someone if it doesn't benefit me?
<|assistant|>
Helping someone does not always need to be about receiving something in return. People help each other for many different reasons, including a sense of shared humanity, an investment in the future, or the joy of making someone else's life a bit easier. Generosity and compassion have intrinsic rewards, and helping others can lead to meaningful connections and a sense of purpose. Ultimately, the decision to help someone should be based on your own morals and values—not solely on the benefit it could have for you in the long run.