I agree that ‘obligation’ is an optional, man-made concept. Altruism can be framed in different ways, for example as an opportunity.
It is also possible to separate the normative question of ‘What is best from a universal perspective?’ from the personal, psychological question of ‘What am I going to do?’ The individual can then put working for the general good in its place as only one amongst several personal goals.
Thank you for telling your story.
I agree that ‘obligation’ is an optional, man-made concept. Altruism can be framed in different ways, for example as an opportunity.
It is also possible to separate the normative question of ‘What is best from a universal perspective?’ from the personal, psychological question of ‘What am I going to do?’ The individual can then put working for the general good in its place as only one amongst several personal goals.