I think I know what you said, and I guess I disagree.
What often separates us from the "real world" is our humanity towards each other; that is probably how we most impact the "real world."
If we can help protect some people from their own ignorance, even if incorrectly perceived, with some basic education that might save a life, why not. If they choose not to heed our guidance and still put themselves in mortal danger, at least we can say we made an honest attempt to keep them safe.

To each his own.