Imagine this: you’re a 23-year-old software engineer, on your way to a crucial meeting that you’ve been trying to set up for weeks. You’re on the train, minding your own business, when an elderly woman gets on board with a mountain of bags. She needs help getting to a bank that’s a good 15-minute walk away. You’re the only man on the train, and all eyes turn to you. What do you do?
The Daily Grind
A Fateful Morning
An Unexpected Dilemma
The Spotlight Turns
A Difficult Decision
The Aftermath ️
A Close Call ⏰
The Uncomfortable Commute
Mom’s Advice ️
A Deeper Context
The Reality of the Situation ️
A Happy Ending?
A Commute to Remember: A Tough Call and a Social Backlash
In a world where we’re constantly juggling responsibilities, how do we decide which ones take precedence? Our young software engineer found himself in a tricky situation when he was expected to help an elderly woman with her bags, potentially jeopardizing a crucial meeting. His decision not to help sparked a backlash from fellow commuters and even his own mother. Yet, he stands by his choice, citing the importance of his meeting and the potential consequences of being late. It’s a tale that raises questions about societal expectations, personal responsibility, and the pressures of the modern world. So, what’s your take on this?
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NTA Glare right back. You’re not a pack horse.
NTA…People expect too much and offer no help themselves.
NTA. Helping an elderly lady shouldn’t require a marathon walk.
NTA. Pandemic + stranger. No obligation to be errand boy.
NTA. Old lady could’ve hired help. Don’t let judgment get you down.
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NTA. Elderly lady should have planned better and used facilities or delivery services
Progressive sexism and the struggle of being a tiny athlete.
NTA: Not your responsibility. Others could’ve helped her too.
Unapologetically refusing to be a grocery-carrying scapegoat
Choosing work over helping an elderly lady: NTA, no obligation.
NTA for prioritizing work over helping an elderly lady.
Entitled old lady expects young man to be her personal chauffeur
Polite refusal to help an elderly lady sparks gender debate.
Train gossip and judgmental commuters make for an entertaining ride.
NTA: Elderly lady’s entitlement sparks debate on respecting elders ♂️
Controversial comment sparks debate: Should we help the elderly?
NTA: No responsibility to help, don’t let others guilt you.
NTA! Don’t let the haters bring you down!
Gender equality debate: Should men help carry bags for women?
NTA: Young man defends his choice to prioritize work over helping an elderly lady.
“NTA. Women could’ve carried her bags. You owe no one your time.”
NTA: Helping the unprepared can’t sabotage your own life
Choosing work over helping an elderly lady? NTA, don’t worry!
NTA: Don’t feel guilty, carry on and forget about this
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Americans wouldn’t pretend this was a reasonable request, story sounds fake
NTA – Declining to help an elderly lady on your commute
NTA. Declining to help an entitled woman with 8 bags.
NTA. Elderly lady’s lack of planning is her personal problem. ♂️
NTA: Job responsibilities matter, she should have planned better.
Handling entitled a**holes like a pro
NTA. Equality matters! It’s time to challenge gender stereotypes.
NTA. Respect for elders isn’t the point. Personal responsibility matters.
