One of the not-so-subtle and important aspects of life is measured by the positive impact one has others. Be it small or large, when we positively impact another, both they and we benefit.
It might be the small kindness shown a stranger or some more meaningful act. Perhaps it is nothing more than mentoring a student or advising a young person. It might be a single event or on-going. Regardless of the context, positively impacting another is exceptionally important and gratifying. There are times we are actually unaware of the impact we have when interacting with others.
The small kindness, the simple courtesy may be offered automatically, without regard or expectation. Unbeknownst to us, these acts or words may rise to the level of life altering for the other individual. Or they may simply be reinforcing at the right time and in the right situation. It may be we go on with our lives without fully appreciating the impact we have had.
It might be years later, when a stranger, who is actually an acquaintance from earlier times, walks up unexpectedly to say thank you or to just pay their respects. The individual taking deliberate action to offer the unexpected comment reinforces the impact you had on their lives. The smile, the handshake, the quick comment all go to recognizing the importance of how we treat one another.
Every day, we have the opportunity and ability to make a difference in someone's life. Let's not waste those opportunities.
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