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I can't really think of 3 specific things. I try to make people's days a little brighter whenever I can. for example on a miserable day if I see a customer in the store absolutely soaked and freezing I tell them to help themselves to a hot coffee. I know it's a small gesture, but most people can't be bothered to bother. I spend a lot of time outdoors in the weather, so I appreciate warming up.  Or I'll take a few minutes out of my day to chat with the nice old folks that come to the store. Most of them are in there every day. I am their social life. I find I really enjoy their stories. They have a lot to tell.
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1. helping federal system parolees re-enter society.  They often feel shunned or looked down upon.  Depending on how long they have been incarcerated, they have lots to catch up to when they get out usually to a half-way house.  Some don't even know how to use a bank card yet.
2. walking dogs at the pound
3. helping my friend who had cancer - going to treatments, calling her every day just to say hi.
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I have always found deep satisfaction doing nice things for people, be it big or small. Today at group there was young lady who was having a bad day and I tried my best to make her feel good about herself and reassuring her that she was the better person for seeking help. I think I even saw a small smile...
 
It has always been in my nature to reach out to others and I guess I miss that now that I cannot work. So often times when I do go out I try to smile and say good-day to whomever I meet. Other times it may be just making my husband his favorite meal or bringing him a tea or coffee unexpectedly. I also love to chat with the elderly....to often this section of society is forgotten by their own families and they so enjoy talking about the old days....they are such a gift to our world.
 
So those are my good deeds.
14 years ago 0 2606 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Members,

There are so many benefits to being generous and doing good deeds. What are the top 3 kind gestures (big or small) that you have done for someone? How did you feel after performing these acts? How did the other person react to your gesture?

 

Samantha, Bilingual Health Educator    


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