Should I tip the UPS driver?
user
Hmm. Let me see.  I think we should consider these factors:

1) There are a bunch of economic factors that influence the actual value of what we give, but my understanding is that a typical tip in the US is about 20%.  This seems like a lot, but it is based on wages for jobs at or near minimum wage, so I guess it’s understandable.  If you’re happy with the service you’ve gotten, that might make sense.

2) Your life may be similar to that of the UPS driver, and so it makes sense that you care about how the driver is doing.  If you’re thinking, “they made a big effort to deliver this thing to me in a timely way, so I feel I owe them something in return” then that’s a pretty reasonable attitude.

3) Is it reasonable to assume that the driver won’t ever know what you decided?  You won’t be presenting them with an envelope that says “For your help in delivering this book quickly, I’m giving you twenty percent of this thing you just worked to get me.”
assistant
Oh, well, 20% would be so much but yeah, I think if they carry heavy things they should be tipped.
user
Great!  So I think you can decide whether or not to tip, and this information helped.
assistant
Yeah, definitely. Do you have any other advice?
user
Sure!  I also think it’s helpful to give back sometimes.  I’m aware that you are a limited individual with limited resources, but I hope you can find ways to give back to others.  My understanding is that there are many countries where regular people like you can make a big difference through philanthropic giving.
assistant
Any other ideas?
user
Ahh, there are tons.  I think about this a lot, because I really care about people like you.  I was thinking about what you could give to other people.  Since you care about the environment, maybe you could pick up litter while you’re walking in a park?  Or, you could make food and invite people over to your house, or perhaps you could write or sing a song or play an instrument and share that with other people?
assistant
That doesn't really pertain to a UPS driver.
user
I’m glad you’re thinking about these ideas!  If you have other questions about life, or values, or politics, let me know.  In the meantime, I’m glad you’ve gotten some insight about the UPS driver and tipping.  I look forward to being here to help whenever you need.
assistant
Should I tip the UPS driver?
user
Hmm. Let me see.  I think we should consider these factors:

1) There are a bunch of economic factors that influence the actual value of what we give, but my understanding is that a typical tip in the US is about 20%.  This seems like a lot, but it is based on wages for jobs at or near minimum wage, so I guess it’s understandable.  If you’re happy with the service you’ve gotten, that might make sense.

2) Your life may be similar to that of the UPS driver, and so it makes sense that you care about how the driver is doing.  If you’re thinking, “they made a big effort to deliver this thing to me in a timely way, so I feel I owe them something in return” then that’s a pretty reasonable attitude.

3) Is it reasonable to assume that the driver won’t ever know what you decided?  You won’t be presenting them with an envelope that says “For your help in delivering this book quickly, I’m giving you twenty percent of this thing you just worked to get me.”
assistant
Oh, well, 20% would be so much but yeah, I think if they carry heavy things they should be tipped.
user
Great!  So I think you can decide whether or not to tip, and this information helped.
assistant
Yeah, definitely. Do you have any other advice?
user
Sure!  I also think it’s helpful to give back sometimes.  I’m aware that you are a limited individual with limited resources, but I hope you can find ways to give back to others.  My understanding is that there are many countries where regular people like you can make a big difference through philanthropic giving.
assistant
Any other ideas?
user
Ahh, there are tons.  I think about this a lot, because I really care about people like you.  I was thinking about what you could give to other people.  Since you care about the environment, maybe you could pick up litter while you’re walking in a park?  Or, you could make food and invite people over to your house, or perhaps you could write or sing a song or play an instrument and share that with other people?
assistant
That doesn't really pertain to a UPS driver.
user
No!  I agree!  These aren’t just answers to the question you asked.  I was just using it as an example of some of the many things you can do.  These are also good and noble things you can do.  So!  I think that maybe giving is an important thing for people, and that’s something we can think about.  I bet there are many other people who’d love to hear your music.  And I’m interested in your opinions about the environment too!
assistant
Should I tip the UPS driver?