That’s why charity work is very selfish at the same time, because it makes you feel good.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that doing charity work can be selfish, even though it's supposed to help others. When you do charity, it makes you feel good about yourself. So in a way, you're doing it for your own benefit, not just to help people. The quote is saying that charity has a 'selfish' side to it, because it makes the person doing the charity feel good about themselves.
About Maria Menounos
Maria Menounos is an American television presenter who has hosted popular shows like Extra and E! News. She has also worked as a correspondent for Today, Access Hollywood, and co-hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in 2006. Menounos is currently signed to WWE as an ambassador and has even competed in some tag team events. She recently co-hosted the Miss Universe 2023 pageant.
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