By the Way, Kindness is Free
But it could mean the world to someone
I recently completed a first aid course. The lecturer was a very intelligent and sophisticated woman who also works full-time as a paramedic. Seeing the world through her experiences is something unexplainable. But she said one thing that stuck with me. She told us that she’s never seen so much hatred, anger and viciousness thoughout her career. People have turned mean and spiteful during the latest pandemic.
It’s hard for me to believe that this virus can turn us against each other. I understand that thousands of people have lost their close ones. Thousands have lost their jobs and homes. Thousands are still struggling with the consequences. But look at this from the bright side. Thousands have survived. Thousands have found a new way to lead their lives. Thousands have gotten in touch with their long forgotten friends and relatives. I think we all can learn something from this.
Being mean is easy. Saying hateful words to others, and for what? To get an instant pang of pleasure that dissolves as quickly as it came? Pointless. I think it’s time we notice the good in the world right now. Start being kind to each other. You don’t have to be friends with everybody but you can be friendly. It’s all about the state of mind. And what’s most important — we should be kind and thankful for those people who put their lives on the line each day.
Showing your kindness is not that hard. Just say „Hello, thank you, and have a nice day“ whenever you’re at the store or when the delivery person brings you your package. Offer your help to the elderly or otherwise in need. Donate to any organization you like if you have the means. Those are the little things we can do to improve our overall wellbeing in our communities. Kindness is absoluetly free, but being kind could change someone else’s prospect on things.
