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View submission: We need more people like them
This is really nice. But I'm one of those with the opinion that private moments should remain private. This woman is now on the internet, her vulnerability on display for the world to see, in perpetuity.
Edit: thank you for the award.
Comment by llIlIIllIlllIIIlIIll at 27/04/2021 at 16:22 UTC
7 upvotes, 2 direct replies
I’ve said this on similar threads and got roasted. I totally agree though, put yourself in that persons shoes. Would you really want some random strangers filming you in such a vulnerable state and posting it online.
I’m torn, because this did really make me smile, and I’d like to think it might encourage others to do the same (nice things, not smile lol), but I also don’t think it’s right to film her and put it online for all to see.
Comment by [deleted] at 27/04/2021 at 14:35 UTC*
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Comment by [deleted] at 27/04/2021 at 12:44 UTC*
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Comment by varangian_guards at 27/04/2021 at 13:48 UTC
2 upvotes, 1 direct replies
nah, i think it shows humanity and maybe someone instead of getting pissed someone is in front of them paying for gas in pennies, realizes maybe they are having a really rough time.
its human to be vulnerable there is nothing wrong with it, but its also showing people stepping up to make that time just a little bit better.
Comment by Jcw122 at 27/04/2021 at 14:18 UTC
1 upvotes, 1 direct replies
Sure let’s only watch sad videos, news, and violence then.
Comment by dylansesco at 27/04/2021 at 13:23 UTC
1 upvotes, 1 direct replies
A lot of people wish they could share their vulnerability or hardships and get a bit of sympathy for it just for their wellbeing and not feeling alone. She may be happy that so many strangers on the internet share sympathy and well wishes with her.
It could go either way, but no matter how cynical people are about these types of videos I think they are still a net positive no matter whatever sinister intentions we want to assume the do gooder had.
Comment by TheTechDweller at 27/04/2021 at 14:45 UTC
1 upvotes, 1 direct replies
I partially agree but I have to ask the question :Who was the woman? I don't know, most of the people watching don't know and don't really care. It's a person in need and that was all that mattered to these guys, this video will disappear in a month, occasionally be reposted but it won't affect this woman at all. She could have requested for them to not publically post the video and I'm sure they would have respected her wishes.
Comment by brgthegfg at 27/04/2021 at 14:50 UTC
1 upvotes, 1 direct replies
I agree if she didn't agree for it to be put up or they didn't ask her permission. However, I don't get the sentiment that charitable deeds shouldn't be filmed because it's somehow bad for someone doing something kind to get recognition for it. If you're honest with yourself everyone wants to be praised for doing good, it's usually not the core reason we do good, but it's always part of the equation. It would be so terrible if these evil narcissists inspired others to do good by posting this clip on their instagram/s.
Comment by ltlawdy at 27/04/2021 at 16:16 UTC
1 upvotes, 0 direct replies
I donate anonymously for this same reason. I believe it’s up to the receiver what they’d like as far as publicity goes, but I’m more of the view that donations for the most part should remain anonymous in instances like these.
Comment by [deleted] at 27/04/2021 at 16:34 UTC
1 upvotes, 1 direct replies
These people are doing more to help people than you are, yet you’re criticizing them lol
Comment by iJeff at 27/04/2021 at 21:08 UTC
1 upvotes, 0 direct replies
I don’t consider it shameful. People go through things and it could be any one of us. Keeping private about struggles can feed the stigma and steer others away from seeking help.
Comment by Tight_b-hole69 at 28/04/2021 at 02:35 UTC
1 upvotes, 1 direct replies
Thats stupid, rather see this than cops killing people on my feed gtfoh