Can You Sacrifice?
By Bannybanzie
@Bannybanzie (1397)
Philippines
July 7, 2011 8:10pm CST
Nowadays, most people are so selfish. They don't bother if they hurt anybody or crash someone's life. All they want is what's best for them. 
But what if you get into situations where there are people who you know need that thing more than you do although you also need it so much? Here are some little examples:
You're in the bathroom (I think this is more for the ladies), you need to go in immediately but there is this lady who ask if she can go first because she is badly in need of it.. But you also need to release that thing out of your body too? You can see she's getting pale.. what will you do?
Or if you're in a bus, an old man/woman gets in. It's standing time! Will you give your seat? Or not because you know it'll be too long before a seat becomes available and it's not sure you'll have it? Based on my observation, a lot of people now don't give their seats even to the elderly. They would pretend like sleeping, etc. so they will not stand.
These are very little sacrifices. How much more when it gets to the point of life and death?
How about you? Can you sacrifice?
But what if you get into situations where there are people who you know need that thing more than you do although you also need it so much? Here are some little examples:
You're in the bathroom (I think this is more for the ladies), you need to go in immediately but there is this lady who ask if she can go first because she is badly in need of it.. But you also need to release that thing out of your body too? You can see she's getting pale.. what will you do?
Or if you're in a bus, an old man/woman gets in. It's standing time! Will you give your seat? Or not because you know it'll be too long before a seat becomes available and it's not sure you'll have it? Based on my observation, a lot of people now don't give their seats even to the elderly. They would pretend like sleeping, etc. so they will not stand.
These are very little sacrifices. How much more when it gets to the point of life and death?
How about you? Can you sacrifice?3 people like this
20 responses
@hardworkinggurl (37063)
• United States
8 Jul 11
Yes I can sacrifice but I also have to consider me too. See if I thought I would burst out and not be able to hold it then how is trying to hold it longer and cause my bladder to stretch being helpful to anyone. There are many sacrifices I am always willing to give to many, even strangers but in order for us to do so we do have to be able to take of us too.
So I would say that in case of the example of having to urinate as you say, it would depend if I knew I would urinate all over me to assure she does not. lol, okay not a perfect example but at any rate, yes I am always willing but definitely also look out for me. After, if I do not take care of me, I won't be able to take care of others.
Simple things go without saying, as for a chair for someone to sit, yes easily I can give mine up.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
8 Jul 11
Hi!
Oh yes, we need to consider ourselves too. What if we let that person go first but we end up wetting our pants... OOOhhhh.. that's not good at all.
With the seat, I once encountered a situation like this.. I had to think about it first.. 
but I ended up standing as the old lady might fall down if she's not seated.. Guess what.. I had to stand for 30 mins. That's short actually.. I used to stand for 1 hour and more when nobody would let me sit..
but I ended up standing as the old lady might fall down if she's not seated.. Guess what.. I had to stand for 30 mins. That's short actually.. I used to stand for 1 hour and more when nobody would let me sit.. @hardworkinggurl (37063)
• United States
8 Jul 11
It does seem like some are inconsiderate at times as I too have stood for long periods of time. I still would give up my seat in an instance for someone I saw could not stand as long as perhaps I could. Sad when I see an elder standing as I have gotten on a bus to see other younger ones just not caring.
@SpikeTheLobster (6403)
•
8 Jul 11
Absolutely. I was brought up not only to be a gentleman but to care about people.
I'll let people go first, I'll let someone with a few items go in front of me in the queue at the checkout, I'll stand for ANYONE on a bus if they want a seat (old, young, lady, child, whatever - since I'm young enough and fit enough to stand, I see no reason not to) and I've even paid the difference on a random person's grocery bill when they're a wee bit short.
I believe life repays what you put in. Kindness begets kindness. I don't want to be thanked with anything more than a smile and the knowledge that the person will go away with a better view of humanity than they had two minutes before. Selfishness just ruins everything.
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@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
I believe in your view of life. Yes, when we do something good for others, life will pay us back with a lot more good things. It may not come from the people we helped, but it just comes. It seems like since we are using our things for others, life gives us more so we can share more things.. 
Yes, I agree with you also that it may changed one's view. Maybe he thinks there are no good people nowadays, then all of a sudden his view might change to "there are still a lot of nice people around".. and that brings smile to everyone.
Yes, I agree with you also that it may changed one's view. Maybe he thinks there are no good people nowadays, then all of a sudden his view might change to "there are still a lot of nice people around".. and that brings smile to everyone.
@celticeagle (159359)
• Boise, Idaho
8 Jul 11
Well, when I have to go it can sometimes be a problem if I don't get there right then. I would tell the person I will hurry and scurry in. I can't stand for long but could certainly move over and try to make room on the bus for the older person. I am a senior so I am not so able to give up my seat or not have a dire need for the bathroom. Younger people who can more readily give up their seat and stand or who can wait a moment for the bathroom could more easily do so. I think being taught to think of others from the time of being a small child onwards would be a good thing.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
Oh, yeah. The younger ones should be the one moved to give their seats.. and it would really be a help for people to develop consideration for others if that is taught at home.
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@ebuscat (5935)
• Philippines
8 Jul 11
For me yes if i had a not busy day like I'm the one if riding a bus more pain to suffer because my stomach ache like to vomit what I'm eating so bad yes it is happened Satan is the ruler of this system of government they want that many person who is make badness in his eyes.
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@jennyze (7029)
• Indonesia
8 Jul 11
I don't like to ride public transportation, I would rather ride my motorbike to go around than being jammed with many people inside a bus... so I would not know if I would give my seat to an elderly... I guess I would but maybe on a certain situation I would be selfish, too.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
8 Jul 11
Hi!
Oh.. haha.. be careful with your motorbike! Here in my country, a lot of people involved in accidents are using those.. be careful! 
@ravisivan (14079)
• India
19 Jul 11
Your observation is right that people are becoming selfish. I may agree to give place to another depending on the person who is asking and also the extent of need I have. It cannot be generalised - especially offering seat in a bus is entirely different from offering rest room facility to another when u really need one...interesting.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
20 Jul 11
Hi!
Yes, a lot of people are so into themselves nowadays.. and yeah, of course we can sacrifice but it would depend on the situation.
Thanks and happy mylotting!
@CatsandDogs (13963)
• United States
8 Jul 11
You are SO right, most people these days are all for themselves and none for anybody else and that's just not right. They're called self centered people. I'm so opposite. I think of others before myself. Sometimes I shouldn't but I can't help it because I have to put myself in their shoes. I could be fooled by any one person but you know what I think? As long as I do the right thing, fooled or not, I'll have nothing to worry about because when I meet my maker, he will correct the wrong and praise the right. So would I give up my seat for an elderly person, be it male or female? In a heartbeat! I wouldn't have to think about it. Would I give up my place in line for another? Yes I would no matter how bad I had to go. In fact, I have!
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
It's nice to hear nice people like you! Thanks and have good days!
@animegirl334 (3263)
• United States
9 Jul 11
I wish I was the type of person who can do all for the good of others instead of myself. I love my family and I love my friends and whenever I can, I try to show my love like treating a friend to lunch or accompanying my grandparents to a doctor's appointment. However, whenever my own interests are at sake I find myself worrying about me instead of about people I am close to. I think life would be a lot happier if one is not concerned with the well being of oneself and instead dedicated to the happiness of others. If only I could...@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
Sometimes, it's really hard to do sacrifices when it involves setting aside our own interest. Thanks and happy day!
@emilyn1997 (171)
• United States
8 Jul 11
Yes, I would sacrifice. When I go shopping and have a full cart and someone behind me has only I few things I let them go in front of me even if I am in a hurry. When I am in a rest room and someone comes in in desperate need or with a child I will let them go first. I have even been at a cash out line where someone was a few bucks short and even though I needed the money myself I helped them out. I have given to family & friends and done without. I definitely think you should respect and help the elders when it comes to opening doors,giving up your seat etc. You will be there someday.
The saying is "do unto others as who would have them do unto you"
Have a Blessed Day
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
I like your point. Some people say Do NOT do to others what you DO NOT want others do to you. I think it's better the other way. Some people might see the difference, but I clearly see it.
@miadsoriano (884)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
I would and I do to the elderly and to little kids. I let them go before me when using the toilet and when I KNOW that they really can't hold it in any longer. I can hold my pee. But if it's the other kind. Of course not! :)
The last time I rode public transportation like the bus or train is like 5 years ago. But during then, I WOULD and I do let kids and the elderly take my seat. It doesn't matter that I'm a lady. Doing such things is not limited to the men. I don't think it's a sacrifice at all.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
I like your last sentence. Yeah, it's not absolutely a big sacrifice, but for some people, those are very hard things to do.
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@meemii (28)
• United States
8 Jul 11
Hello All:
In the big picture I do agree a lot of people are more selfish today and uncivilized. When it comes to those little acts of kindness like giving up a seat on a bus or letting someone go ahead of you in line, those smaall acts of kindness are almost extinct. Yet every once in awhile we will come across someone who will do a small act of kindness for us, and I will do the same. I do things like let cars go first if we reach the stop sign at the same time, or hold doors open for people. It's not hard to spread a little kindness and more people should try it. The world would be a better place if people focused on doing an act of kindness each day.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
Thank you for the response. And it's always nice to see that in this greedy world, there are still people willing to do good things for others and sacrifice, right?
Have a nice day ahead!
@thetis74 (1525)
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8 Jul 11
I have also done quite a lot of sacrifices in my life. Many times for someone I was not even sure is also ready to sacrifice for me. Till I realized that this person isn't worth it because he is one truly selfish person. Sacrificing is okay if it is for a good reason. For the people you love and for the people who loves you who deserves the sacrifice. I have learned my lessons that sometimes it is not worth it when the person isn't worth it. But for some people or those you don't even know little sacrifices are worthwhile.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
I think the sacrifices you made are for love... Anyways, yes, for our friends and family, it is always worth the sacrifice.
@ifta11 (22)
•
8 Jul 11
SACRIFICE when you speak it is really a small word and when you some one to sacrifice it even then seems to you a very small word to you but when you have to sacrifice it is the biggest heaviest and the most dangerous word in the whole world.it takes you to a very demanding world which makes you really go crazy.sacrifice is leaving something of yours but human being is such a selfish kind that it really hurts when you are asked to leave something.
as for my case is concerned I must it is really very hard to sacrifice and I don't think I will able to do it.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi dear..
It seems like you did not read the whole post. Thanks anyway. It's still meaningful.
Thanks anyway. It's still meaningful. @ernakienchaie (33)
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8 Jul 11
I see myself as selfish sometimes. I get to very insensitive when it comes to house chores. I let our helper do the chores when in the first place I have nothing to do but to sit in front of the computer and killing time and wasting my time with insensible staffs. I am trying to change myself right now and I wish I won't have this attitude anymore.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
Well, dear, I'm not sure if you read the whole post. Anyways, I guess you should really strive to change your attitude.
@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
8 Jul 11
hello Banny,
Those were simple acts of kindness,and it comes from within or an instinct.
But not everyone is considerate enough to do such simple kindness towards other people.
I saw many people nowadays who are losing such kindness.
Yes,in buses or trains where men don't/can't give their seats to ladies.
There are still few and you are just lucky to find one in the crowd.
have a great weekend ahead 
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
Yes, those are very little and simple ways to show kindness and very small sacrifices in life, yet a lot of people are not doing those anymore. It only shows that people now are being bad... very few are kind.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
I agree with you. When we help others even in the most little way, we feel happiness inside our hearts.
@allknowing (130072)
• India
8 Jul 11
If someone's need is greater and I don't lose much by sacrificing I find joy in that type of sacrifice. I consider it an opportunity that one gets to feel good.
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
You response is short but meaningful.. and you're right.
Have a nice day!
@SIMPLYD (90722)
• Philippines
8 Jul 11
I always make some sacrifices for others.
Yes, on those occasion specially at the MRT, i would always offer my seat to a more incapable person , like an older woman, a pregnant woman and woman with one or more kids.
Sometimes, at home i would sacrifice forgoing of our usual time of dinner, just to wait for my husband and eat together. I would sacrifice not watching my favorite TV show, just so, my husband can watch his favorite show too.
They maybe unnoticed , but i feel good doing them .
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
8 Jul 11
Hi!
Yes, there are little little sacrifices we do in life. But those sacrifices is what makes us and others happier and get even well together. 
@bhabycatch013 (9150)
• Philippines
8 Jul 11
hello BB,
I did not say I am a very good human being but I am considerable one every time I ride on MRT (trailway) and I see a pregnant or old person I give them my sit about the bathroom issue it happened many times most of the time I let them go first specially if I saw the desperation on their face as long as I can still handle mine.
There were also a time if I saw a person who is carrying too much and don't know how to carry it all I never hesitate to lend my hand to them.
Small deeds are very good for our feelings
happy mylotting
happy mylotting
@Bannybanzie (1397)
• Philippines
9 Jul 11
Hi!
You're right! If we can sacrifice little things for those who are in need more, it will make us feel good as we know we've done something right.
Have a nice day!
Have a nice day!
@pahak627 (4558)
• Philippines
24 Jul 11
yes we can make some sacrifices but there are certain limitations also or depending on the situation. I'm not bragging but it's true. I'm a person who always think of other people's feelings. Even in what I will say to a person I always see to it that what i'll say will not hurt him/her. In your example on the restrooms well i can do that sacrifice, I often make that sacrifice. But most of all, I sacrifice so much in my own home and at work.
