Has Someone Touched Your Life?
I feel this story, which touched my life may touch yours as well. It was when I had stopped to grab some lunch at the local store on my way home. I was standing in line waiting to pay, and as usual in a world of my own. An elderly man in front of me was also trying to pay for his lunch.
I could tell that he didn’t have much money, as he was counting all his change to pay for his lunch! As I glanced over his shoulder, I could see he didn’t have enough, and it was clear that he was down on his luck.
I realized that he was going to leave his sandwich there and walk out accepting that he couldn’t afford it. He was just two dollars short. As he turned around to leave, I reached out and said: “Please Sir, let me pay for the rest of your bill.”
He looked up at me with the kindest eyes and said: “Thank you so much, you don’t know how much I needed that today!” I just simply smiled and said: “It’s ok, go have a good lunch and take care of yourself.” He smiled and walked out with his lunch, and you could see he was so much better than when he first walked in. Sometimes, even the smallest gesture can make someone’s day – or who knows … Maybe it can change their life!
When you reach out and help someone (whether they’re in need or not) fills one’s soul with joy. So, as I write this, I encourage you just for today, tomorrow, or for the week to make your main purpose all about serving and giving back, without expecting anything in return.
Reach out and touch other people’s spirits. It’s quite likely that someone out there really needs it today. The kindness you give will reinforce that person’s belief and faith that there are people who really care. One act of kindness can create a ripple effect that reaches farther than you could ever imagine! Maybe you’ll make this daily act of giving part of your life forever. Share and spread the energy!
John’s Lesson
By reaching out and giving back, you’re acknowledging and honoring the Divine Source, and by doing so, you’re keeping the energy of the “giving and receiving circle” open and flowing. When you focus on having an attitude of gratitude, you’re really sharing so that everyone benefits.
Here are just a few ways you can express gratitude.
- Saying prayers of thanks
- Giving love unconditionally
- Giving blessings for what you do have
- Acknowledging a good deed from your neighbor
- Donating your time to your chosen charity
- Giving food or spare money to a homeless person
- Saying a kind word to a stranger
- Sending a card to someone who could use encouragement
- Even a smile is a gift to others
All I’m asking is to be conscious of helping another. You may be saying: “But, I’m just one person, what can I do?” You can’t change the world, but you can start by changing yourself.
Whatever is going on in the inside will be reflected on the outside. Everything in the world is based on the inner-consciousness of man. Always remember, that one person (that means you) can make all the difference. You’re a soul, so believe and know that you do have power and you do matter in this collective Universe.
Live a Soul–filled life!
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