In a world where everyone is constantly facing their own battles and challenges, kindness emerges as a powerful force that can positively impact lives. The simple act of being kind is an essential virtue that can bring about understanding, empathy, and support for one another. It is a reminder that behind every face we encounter, there is a story, a struggle, and a unique journey that shapes their experiences.
A dear friend shared this lovely story that inspired this post
A car ahead was moving like a turtle and not giving me way inspite of my continuous honking!
I was on brink of losing my cool when I noticed the small sticker on the cars rear.
It reads…
“Physically challenged; Please be patient.”
And that changed everything!! I immediately went calm and slowed down!!
In fact I got a little protective of the car and the driver.
I reached work a few minutes late, but it was ok!
And then it struck me. Would I have been patient if there was no sticker!?
Why do we need stickers to be patient with people!?
Will we be more patient and kind with others if people had labels pasted on their foreheads?
Labels like:
~ Lost my job
~ Fighting cancer
~ Going through a bad divorce
~ Suffering Emotional abuse
~ Lost a loved one
~ Feeling worthless
~ Financially messed up
…..and more like these.
Everyone is fighting a battle we know nothing about.
The least we can do is be patient and kind.
We don’t have to put people through the pressures of explaining over times before we understand their pains and offer our little best.
As you go through each passing day always remember there’s an invisible label on everyone.
A simple virtue of patience may just be the respect you’re according that invisible label.
Kenrick Vaz 