Here is a quote from Holy Moments by Matthew Kelley
“One day, when God invites us into His library to read His history books, we will see that it is so…”
“…On that day we will discover that seemingly insignificant acts, the smallest acts of kindness, unnoticed acts of generosity, set in motion a series of events that altered the whole course of human history ”
Another quote from the same book. “I grew up in Australia and before my first trip to Europe, my spiritual mentor took me aside one day and said,’Promise me you will never forget what I am about to tell you. You will only ever see less than one percent of the impact you have on people’s lives. Reflect on that whenever you get discouraged.'” (pg. 106)
“Sociologists tell us that even the most introverted individual will influence ten thousand other people during his or her lifetime!” Developing the Leader Within You by John C. Maxwell
“How beautiful a day can be when kindness touches it!” George Elliston
Ms. Elliston is an American Journalist. This quote is from a poem. She donated money to a university. This reminds of a story that my dad told me last week. Three old ladies paid for his meal at a steak house. He told me, my brother and sister. I think this act of kindness made my dad’s week.
“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” Aesop
Here is an interesting post about this quote. I constantly want to make a difference in a BIG way rather than a small way. So, I need reminders that small “acts of kindness” can make a big difference in the life that you have done it for.
“Do what you can to show you care about other people, and you will make our world a better place.” Rosalynn Carter
If everyone did this, our world would be a much better place.
“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” Lao Tzu
This quote made me think of how a patient trainer can make me feel safe enough to try something new with less of a fear of failure or mistakes. I think that is the meaning of the idea that kind words “creates confidence.” The second part makes me think of the need to treat oneself in a kind manner. This will help you to be more creative and explore new ideas.
” A kind heart is a fountain of gladness, making everything in it’s vicinity freshen into smiles.” Washington Irving
Chat GDP suggested two others that I liked.
“Be kind for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.” Wendy Mass
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Mahatma Gandhi
This quote reminded me of when I was training to be an addiction counselor. The act of listening in a conversation without my emotions or thoughts interfering with my focus is a hard skill to learn. I’d catch myself thinking about something the pretend clients said that is similar to something in my life. Then, I’d want to give advice rather than listening and encouraging him/her to find the solution that works best for them. I know that what is best for me may not be best for someone else. But, this is my instinct.
We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone. Ronald Reagan.
I painted some rocks blue and yellow to show my support of Ukraine. Since Sophia has a Support Ukraine event at my church, St Luke’s I put my rocks near the church. I hope they make someone smile.
The event had a bake sale, silent auction, music and some dancing. I bought me some sweets and two sunflower pins.
Sunflower pins
During the program, I googled sunflowers and Ukraine. I discovered that sun flowers are the national flower of Ukraine. The article also described how they planted sun flowers at Chernobyl.
I tried to take some pictures but it was too dark and far from my seat to get good pictures.
I painted some hearts with these messages. I made some for Christian co-workers and some who prefer none religious messages.
I took them to work and left them in our break room. I am sorry that I didn’t have more wood hearts to paint but I am limited on my spending. I am hoping that someone smiled at the messages.
Very few of my coworkers took some of them. So, I took the remaining six to the laundromat. Hopefully someone there will want them.
