When you reach out to give of yourself before you get something in return often you end up with more. For even if you don’t receive gratification from those you help you feel it inside as you have achieved something bigger then your own needs and desires. When one is struggling with a sickness sometimes the best remedy is to try and cure another. Of course you have to take care of your basic needs before you help others and it’s fun to enjoy the rewards as well but it truly feels better to give then receive even from the giving side.