“Those that bring sunshine to the lives
of others cannot keep it from themselves”
James M Barrie
‘If you only
want to shine light on one spot you may want to pull out a flashlight. But if
the sun lights something up, its light shines on everything in its vicinity.
When we bring sunshine to the life of others, it shines on us as well’
As Random Acts
of Kindness day approaches, this excerpt was in my morning reading. How true it
is! In a world that tells us repeatedly to be selfish and take care of
ourselves and our needs above all else, it can be hard to remember that there
is great reward found in helping others around us. I believe it is impossible to do something kind
for another and not feel a ray of sunshine lighting up your own life. ‘As we focus
our time and energy on others, our lives become transformed internally.’ Every
act of kindness shows love. What good is
love if we keep it to ourselves? What are we storing up kindness for in a world
that so desperately needs it? As Paul Brandt
sings ‘Give it Away.’ Although we
shouldn’t need or wait for a day designated for random acts of kindness, it is
a day where we can spread a little extra and make others around us aware of the
difference we are all capable of making by simply spreading kindness and
showing a little love. It will truly
make your heart happy!
Alana Regier
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