KINDNESS
Pixaby
Kindness deals with being considerate, having an active empathy, understanding, care and compassion towards another. It could be in little ways.
Like stated while reading through the contest.
Kindness starts with...
One smile, one hug, one cup of coffee, one person.
Not necessarily must things be huge and expensive to portray kindness. But rather, those little things you often think does not matter, could be the greatest kindness ever given to an individual.
AN ACT OF KINDNESS
Pixaby
On a Monday morning, after thoroughly ensuring everything at home was in order, I took my bath, brushed my teeth and ensured to apply deodorant before wearing my neatly ironed dressed. Looking at the time, I was late and hurriedly dashed off the house to meet with my aunt on time at her place.
I can't find my transport, it was inside this bag. I am sorry sir.
"All these children, you all act lie that, you little thief you will pay me my money". The bus driver said.
" I am not a thief" I retorted.
I knocked the gate but was greeted by the gateman who told me my aunt has gone out and he does not have any money either to help me with.
But my money was in my bag na ...
I said tearfully and it dawned on me that while hurrying out of the house I had dropped my transport on the dining table and there was basically no one at home as I happened to be the last person who stepped out.
While this ensued, the passengers in the bus were all quietly watching. The bus driver was bent on getting his money according to him, it is something I do frequently but have been exposed today.
I gulped the insults down, you basically do not expect me to rant my mouth right?
My sincerity could be sensed by a lady who happened to see through my tears and volunteered to pay my transport I could not but help thank her, the bus driver zoomed off saying " Thank your stars you are lucky".
I kept mute thinking of what would have happened.
MY OWN ACT OF KINDNESS
Pixaby
My aunt came back to meet me at home and basically told e how her day went. She loves having me around cause she has no child of her own.
" I got someone arrested you know?
Why I asked?
"He hit my car and ended up ranting I was at fault"
I surveyed the damage done to her car..like damn that's going to be a whole lot of money to repair.
She showed me the picture of the man and it happened to be the bus driver. I pleaded we go bail him out, which she did. The man was greatful, he kept thanking me. I could not help but smile he did same... I later got to know he was just trying to meet the target of money his nagging wife needed.
As for the lady that happened to pay my transport fare, I happened to pay for her without she knowing.
"Driver, I am going to carry my child on my laps,I do not have enough money".
I will pay, I volunteered. I got a thank you and God bless you. I felt so happy and fulfill I needed a day to repay her and I did.
ADVANTAGES OF KINDNESS
Pixaby
FOR THE GIVER:
• Kindness increase self esteem, empathy and compassion.
• Kindness promotes increased joy and well being.
• Kindness foster deeper connection and helps build trust with others.
• Kindness reduces anxiety and depression
FOR THE RECIEVER:
• Kindness provides solace, comfort and reassurance
• Kindness boost their self worth and make them feel seen.
• Kindness can remove stress, anxiety and feeling of loneliness.
FOR THE SOCIETY:
• Kindness foster a harmonious and supportive environment.
• Kindness bridge the gap between individuals and groups therefore promoting understanding and empathy.
• Kindness can inspire others thereby creating chain reaction of good deeds.
I quote Mark Twain who said;
Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.
Kindness is a gift everyone can afford. So, be kind.
I will like to invite my friends @imohmitch @davidmarkgeorge @kwinberry.
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