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What can be acts of kindness and compassion in daily life?
When someone makes a difference in your life, tell them.
When my son graduated the other day, we were talking about his graduation ceremony and I told him his principal was tearing up as soon as she started speaking. He said some nice things about her, just random comments of his observations. I decided to share that with her. He basically said she actually talks to students, she shows them that she cares and believes in them and that he hopes she stays so the younger kids get those benefits. Our school district is small and probably doesn't pay that well compared to bigger cities. We lose great teachers and principals often because of that. This is what his principal said in return:
"Caleb's words mean more than you will ever know. I am writing to you with tears running down my cheeks. Someday I will tell Caleb how his words changed my mind on a big decision. I chose to be principal because I care about students. More than anything I want them to know how much they have to offer the world if they believe in themselves and make choices that allow them to be grounded in family, healthy relationships/friendships, and a good path in life. They deserve the best educational system we can provide.
Please let Caleb know I am grateful for his kind words. He is a wonderful young man and we will miss him."
What you think matters. When someone makes a difference, for crying out loud, tell them! That is one of the best ways to share kindness and compassion. When a store clerk goes out of their way? Call up their boss and say so. When a waitress does a good job, write a thank you on the receipt and give a better tip. It makes a huge difference. I only wish I had thought to encourage my son to write the email rather than do it myself. I did talk to him about it after and showed him her response.
@Dakini said:
OP, you're a member of a family, and the head of household. That, alone, should provide you with plenty of opportunities to practice daily compassion. It's pretty much built into your job description as father and husband. (Funny how it's so easy to overlook the obvious, isn't it?)
@Dakini: thanks for your above reply. but a question here - the work which i do as a father and a husband, will it be considered acts of compassion or will it be just the responsibilities which i am obligated to serve? any ideas here please. thanks in advance.
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@misecmisc1 said:
Dakini: thanks for your above reply. but a question here - the work which i do as a father and a husband, will it be considered acts of compassion or will it be just the responsibilities which i am obligated to serve? any ideas here please. thanks in advance.
Both, of course.... They are not mutually exclusive.
Practise them with Mindfulness, skilfulness and Right Intention......
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When someone makes a difference in your life, tell them.
When my son graduated the other day, we were talking about his graduation ceremony and I told him his principal was tearing up as soon as she started speaking. He said some nice things about her, just random comments of his observations. I decided to share that with her. He basically said she actually talks to students, she shows them that she cares and believes in them and that he hopes she stays so the younger kids get those benefits. Our school district is small and probably doesn't pay that well compared to bigger cities. We lose great teachers and principals often because of that. This is what his principal said in return:
"Caleb's words mean more than you will ever know. I am writing to you with tears running down my cheeks. Someday I will tell Caleb how his words changed my mind on a big decision. I chose to be principal because I care about students. More than anything I want them to know how much they have to offer the world if they believe in themselves and make choices that allow them to be grounded in family, healthy relationships/friendships, and a good path in life. They deserve the best educational system we can provide.
Please let Caleb know I am grateful for his kind words. He is a wonderful young man and we will miss him."
What you think matters. When someone makes a difference, for crying out loud, tell them! That is one of the best ways to share kindness and compassion. When a store clerk goes out of their way? Call up their boss and say so. When a waitress does a good job, write a thank you on the receipt and give a better tip. It makes a huge difference. I only wish I had thought to encourage my son to write the email rather than do it myself. I did talk to him about it after and showed him her response.
good post @karasti - perfect example of compassion devoid of dharma dogma, in real action
@Dakini: thanks for your above reply. but a question here - the work which i do as a father and a husband, will it be considered acts of compassion or will it be just the responsibilities which i am obligated to serve? any ideas here please. thanks in advance.
Both, of course.... They are not mutually exclusive.
Practise them with Mindfulness, skilfulness and Right Intention......