Fun Fact

Philosophers have long debated whether true altruism exists—whether humans ever act without some personal benefit. The term was first popularized in the 19th century by Auguste Comte, who believed society should be built on selflessness rather than competition. Today, psychology suggests that altruistic acts often activate the brain’s reward centers—meaning that helping others literally feels good. Still, altruistic remains one of the most admirable words we have: a reminder that compassion is contagious.