“How wonderful it is that no one need wait a single moment
before starting to improve the world.”
… Anne Frank
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No one need wait
a single moment
Our days are filled with moments that are quickly forgotten by the passage of time. As we grow older, and see the nearness of the end of our days, time becomes more precious, and the fleeting moments slip swiftly beyond our reach. Kindness is nothing more than moments made profound by generous hearts.
It is simple. It is easy. It has far-reaching power. It starts with one person, and perpetually grows. Somewhere, someone, in some cherished moment, feels the effect of the original act of kindness.
It is free. It is selfless. It is good. Writers have written about kindness through the ages. Kindness is needed by someone today.
Will you be the person that finds a way to share your kind heart, and offer a caring smile?
– A smile says, “You are not forgotten. I care about you.”. Smiles repay with smiles, but one must remember that sadness is very often the companion of kindness. In the words of Chazal, “The flower in the vase smiles, but no longer laughs.”. Share some laughter with someone today.
– Compliment someone today by asking for their thoughts, and listening intently. One can learn much from listening carefully. Show someone that you value their thoughts more than their words. Listening powers creativity.
– Write a letter. Perhaps someone could use a few encouraging words today. It takes just a few moments to remind them that they are loved, and they don’t even have to be someone you know. Surprise someone you love, or search the world for a pen pal. The internet makes distance disappear. Start a new journey today.
– Be anonymous. The beauty of kindness is that it asks for nothing in return. Leave some change in a vending machine, pick up trash along a roadside, leave some flowers at the grave of a stranger, and walk away.
– Collect all your clothes that are seldom worn, and take them to a shelter, or second hand store. There will always be someone that needs the shirt off your back. Share your warmth today.
These are a just a few things you can do today to share your kindness. Make the moments profound. What may seem trivial to you could be life changing for another. Use your time wisely, and kindly.