La caridad bien entendida empieza por uno mismo
A proverb stating that one must take care of their own needs before helping others. While it is sound advice for survival, it is frequently used by people to justify greed or lack of generosity even after their own bellies and pockets are full. (The English equivalent is: charity begins at home).
Don't feel bad about not being able to help him: you barely have enough to eat yourself. Remember that la caridad bien entendida empieza por uno mismo.
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