Altruism is an expression of concern for the welfare of others without any obvious benefit or motivation on the part of the individual expressing the concern. It is actually quite difficult to find examples of true altruism in the psychological sense, as many acts which are perceived as altruistic actually carry psychological rewards. In humans, helping others generally results in a feeling of pleasure or satisfaction, suggesting that humans have developed a biological imperative which pushes them to behave in an altruistic manner by providing an emotional reward. It is a traditional virtue in many cultures, and a core aspect of various religious traditions, though the concept of 'others' toward whom concern should be directed can vary among religions. Altruism is the opposite of selfishness, but should not be taken too far, or the person becomes a victim.
Altruism is an emotion built into our genetic codes. It goes along with the need to heal and help others to heal and help ourselves to discover the true nature of humanity and our purpose here. Genetics is the map or code of everything you do from the day you are born until you “leave”. We are a biogenetic experiment set in linear time to experience emotions. Altruism is one of the positive ones along with love, caring, compassion, hope, etc.
2016 - The bio-genetic experiment was created in chaos and to this day remains as such. It is through the altruistic efforts of individuals and groups - that those affected by war and revolution, natural disasters and climate change, disease and famine - all of which should have been eradicated by the 21st-century - that lives are saved and suffering is mitigated.