Small Acts of Kindness

Talisman

Being a debt collector does not afford me many opportunities to bring joy to lives of the people I am contacting. A moment ago I had a call that sincerely touched my heart and I feel like I was able to help a woman who was in serious need. I'm not going to go into the details of the interaction because it's difficult to explain.

I just want to express my belief that with mindfulness and a loving heart opportunities to bring joy to the lives of others can be found every day and in every moment, and that beyond any other philosophical, religious, or academic pursuit it is the small acts of kindness that truly bring happiness to oneself and others.

With love and kindness

Sabre

Wonderful Sometimes those kind of things give you more insight than all of your meditation combined.

Dakini

Where there's a will there's a way, Talisman! You provide good testimony to the fact that even under challenging circumstances, minsfulness and a loving heart can win out. The segment of the public you serve is lucky to have you.

Floating_Abu

Thanks Talisman

footiam

It would be great if one has a job that could bring joy to others.

ThailandTom

Yes those little acts do make a difference, you can feel it when they are done to you and you can feel it when you do it for others. It really does brighten ones day, a compliment here, a favor there, but one should expect nothing in return.

There is a job that can bring joy to others, well there are many, but being a monk or nun is one. But of course you do not need to have a job which brings joy to others, just make sure that it follows the precept of right livelihood.

YahooSerious

Small acts: giving blood, calling our friends who need a helping hand, letting go of frustration and ego while driving, smiling. These acts and others, I feel have far reaching consequences.