Class point vs. help one in need.

I was running late for my 8am class. If I were to step on the gas just a little more, I would probably made it. It was so important to me in attending a class that gives points for attendance (using an electronic clicker to confirm and proof of your presence in classroom).

But a woman on side of my neighborhood street was in need of help. I almost blew by because I was running late. The guilt overcame fairly quickly because I realized I can sacrifice my 10 points of attendance to help a woman that could be late for her job and be fired, or for her appointment which she might've made weeks or months ago (that happened to me). I turned back to help jump start her car and she thanked me and the lord for that.

I still feel quite bad for nearly blowing by her. I hate when I weight my priority over helping others. As of past a year or so, I prioritized myself over others because I needed to focus on myself (as I was often lost in not knowing what I want), and that others often blow by me for themselves. That caused me to be more selfish with my needs and wants, because I wanted to be successful in life and career, and sadly that have to be a case. It's good to know that I still have rationality and letting my gut back off my selfishness when I needed to.

I need to keep the balance, and not let myself get lost in either selfishness, rationality, or instinct.