Member-only story
Thanks, But…
Sometimes, well intending people mean a little too well. And while I love seeing kindness in the world, sometimes it goes too far. Like the time a woman asked if Cameron needed help going to a homeless shelter while playing Pokemon Go. She meant well, but that’s a bold assumption to make, and ultimately stems from harmful stereotypes.
One thing that we get from time to time is people trying to give us money while we’re just out somewhere. And while the thought is nice, it’s uncomfortable. Someone once tried to give us some of their delivery tips, and someone else stopped us outside of a restaurant when we just wanted to grab lunch.
The most uncomfortable situation however is when they insist after we refuse. It feels a lot less like a good deed and more like an obligation to give money. While we haven’t had it happen personally, I worry about being filmed for content on someone’s channel. Even though I bare my soul here, it’s by my own choice and with Cameron’s permission. Our lives aren’t for other people to monetize on social media.
If you really want to donate to help improve people’s lives, donate directly to community programs. There are many wonderful local organizations who help others that could use that donation. No camera required, just knowing that it feels good to do good.
