👉 Mutualistic or mutual aid refers to a situation where two or more individuals benefit from each other's actions, regardless of their individual contributions. In this context, "mutual" means that both parties are involved and have a shared interest in benefiting from the relationship. Mutual aid is often characterized by reciprocity: one person benefits from another person's action, and vice versa. For example, if you help me carry groceries for my family, I will also be able to provide help to you