Isabel held strong opinions regarding the concept of moral proximity and the responsibilities that arise from it. She believed that individuals do not have control over the circumstances that bring them into contact with others in need. Regardless of personal preferences or feelings, people often find themselves in situations where they encounter the suffering or difficulties of others.

For Isabel, the response to these encounters is straightforward: if one has the capacity to provide assistance, they are ethically obligated to do so. This perspective emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's role in the interconnectedness of human experiences and suggests that helping others is a fundamental responsibility inherent in our shared existence.