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i don't need to be important, but all else equal i don't see the issue with taking a modicum of gratification out of helping others avoid toil.
the situation i have in mind is: i independently cultivate my own ability, someone encounters problems in my domain of expertise, i offer assistance at little-to-no personal expense. the focus is not on receiving validation, but being the type of person that could perform this function
this isn't an alien experience to me; it feels nice to understand something, and have the experiences i've encountered be relevant. it's an indicator that one is achieving some level of mastery, even if the instances are quaint and of minor significance (all the better maybe :3)