Originally Posted by Carl Spackler

Personal responsibility can sometimes come off as harsh. It would not be possible for me to pack a suitcase under the assumption that others would carry it for me. Impossible. But that's because I make my own decisions and abide by the consequences thereof.

Your characterization of this as people unwilling to help is an insult to the concept of help. Help is there for those who cannot do for themselves...not for those who will not.

Carl