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Daily Question, May 18

Can I commit a random act of kindness today? What might it be?

  • Randy Shinn

    Simply smile and thank someone….😊

  • Amor fati

    We’re about to start our monthly Women’s Circle, always on the Full Moon. There will be plenty of opportunities. Now that I can no longer walk, it’s the anonymous acts of kindness that have become difficult. I almost always have to ask for an accomplice and so my ego, once again, engages.
    engages.

  • Ose

    Little things, like feeding the birds who were curiously and joyfully awaiting some of my food to share with them, or to react to a request of a friend who needed help and assist him in his request, or preparing something for next week to be shared with a friend for developing independence in an area of service. To share in loving kindness brings happiness to all concerned. A beautiful Saturday for all who visit and share here, and for all beyond.

  • Joey

    I’m watching a strangers dogs today as a favor to my boyfriend, so I suppose that counts! It’s so much fun though, doesn’t feel like a chore.

  • GCharlotte

    I might sit next to a gentleman that I am smoking alongside later thanking him for the cigarette.We live in the same house.

  • Hot Sauce

    Today, I want to start cutting some of the material things out of my life so that others in need can benefit. I’m probably going to be doing a “summer cleaning” of sorts where I get rid of the stuff I don’t need and give it to those in need. If I’m not sure what organization to give it to, I could sell it and then give the money to the poor.

  • Kevin Carroll

    Can I commit to a random act of kindness today? Absolutely. I make a concerted effort to engage in random acts of kindness every day. They may not be the “social media Wow!” kind of actions, but little things, such as holding a door open, stopping for a pedestrian in the crosswalk, acknowledging the presence of a disabled person, slowing down to allow another driver to transition into my lane in front of me,… These simple everyday acts of kindness are not heroic. They are simply human.

    • Mica

      Oh, my! “stopping for a pedestrian in the crosswalk” – not usually defined as a ‘random act of kindness’!

      • Kevin Carroll
        I agree wholeheartedly, Mica. Sadly, here in Silicon Valley (Santa Clara Valley, California), pedestrians are often ignored. Rows of cars can go by before someone stops to allow a pedestrian to cross the street. The tech boom has brought with it an unfortunate sense of entitlement in many, believing that they, driving their Teslas and BMWs, are more important than those walking the streets. So yes, here in this area, stopping for a pedestrian, while required by law, can be seen to be a random ac...

        I agree wholeheartedly, Mica. Sadly, here in Silicon Valley (Santa Clara Valley, California), pedestrians are often ignored. Rows of cars can go by before someone stops to allow a pedestrian to cross the street. The tech boom has brought with it an unfortunate sense of entitlement in many, believing that they, driving their Teslas and BMWs, are more important than those walking the streets. So yes, here in this area, stopping for a pedestrian, while required by law, can be seen to be a random act of kindness.

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        • Mica

          Oh, my, Kevin Carroll! I figured it was an oversight. Thank you. Indeed, I’ve come close to being run into twice in the last year, as a pedestrian crossing a street on the ‘Peninsula.’

        • Amor fati

          California has changed! When i first visited there in the late 1960s cars would come to a screeching halt whenever a pedestrian stepped off the curb!!

          • Kevin Carroll

            Amor ~ Unfortunately, yes, California has changed. Common courtesy is not so common anymore. Pedestrian fatalities in San Francisco have been astronomical over the past ten years — and not always the fault of the drivers. Pedestrians distracted by their smart phones often step right out in front of passing cars. It’s not the California I knew as a child.

  • pkr

    Yes, I can commit to a random act of kindness today. Exactly what I am not sure, however I will keep my heart open and will be looking for ways to be kind, nice and loving, ( which I try to do most days, some days harder than others).
    Happy Weekend to all. Let’s all be kind to ourselves today. ❤️

  • Tom

    Yes. I can remember to acknowledge the people I meet today with a gentle kindness. I can acknowledge their humanness and the deep seated desire to experience safety, possess health, know peace, and live life with ease. While doing this I can unselfishly turn this same kindness toward myself and know I am part of the community.

  • Jeana

    It’s a simple thing, which I do when the lemon tree is producing beautifully, (as it is now). I harvest these and share with others. This isn’t random, takes planning, since I have to bring lemons with me to events (like yoga class). As others have said, it’s really about keeping your heart open to spontaneous opportunities to help.

  • AnimaDiVetro

    I just did! I sent some money to my best friend, so that he can continue therapy and get better.

  • Ed Schulte
    The 'Situation Analysis' aspect of my cast ICHING Hexagram this morning expresses my Intention to-day and every day ...not random intentions / acts / initially...but,...... it will progress into random acts kindness as well, naturally, if I stay on course with it. Cast Hexagram: 61 - Sixty-One Chung Fu / Inner Truth SITUATION ANALYSIS: The subject of this hexagram discovers a key to Tranquility by first gaining insight into his own nature, then turning that vision outward. By res...

    The ‘Situation Analysis’ aspect of my cast ICHING Hexagram this morning expresses my Intention to-day and every day …not random intentions / acts / initially…but,…… it will progress into random acts kindness as well, naturally, if I stay on course with it.

    Cast Hexagram: 61 – Sixty-One Chung Fu / Inner Truth

    SITUATION ANALYSIS:

    The subject of this hexagram discovers a key to Tranquility by first gaining insight into his own nature, then turning that vision outward.
    By resolving inner conflicts and being at peace with himself, he learns to gain insight into others.
    In effect, he enters another, sees with the other’s eyes, listens with the other’s ears, feels with the other’s heart.
    He then returns to his own center, with new perspective and understanding.

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  • Antoinette

    I just did! Made a yummy smoothie for my oldest son. 🙂 Have a beautiful Saturday!

  • Carla

    Yes I can commit to commit a random act of kindness today. It’s unknown to me yet what it will be, as the Universe hasn’t presented the discreet opportunity.

    Ps. Greetings & wishes of rest & rejuvenation to each of you this weekend.

    • Anna

      dear Carla I have just copied your greetings in my private diary, here on this site.
      your greetings are so appreciated and for this I thank you. I will also try to greet someone using your wonderful expression.

    • Ed Schulte

      And I turn your, “Greetings & wishes of rest & rejuvenation” to you Ten Fold , Carla N , and all others here as well!

      Be Well Be Present

      EdS

      • Carla

        Thank you EdS🌺

        • Ed Schulte
          And You are welcome Carla N. Your "PS" message is a wonderful example of what is often called "Blessings" ( but unfortunately all too often "Blessings" have become identified with "Religious "practices"" only ) But Blessings are Blessings . Anyone can emanate them ...they can be written, spoken out loud or given in silence to strangers ....and this will become "connected" or "received" when that person/persons resonate at the frequency to which that Blessing was given out. What better...

          And You are welcome Carla N.

          Your “PS” message is a wonderful example of what is often called “Blessings” ( but unfortunately all too often “Blessings” have become identified with “Religious “practices”” only )

          But Blessings are Blessings . Anyone can emanate them …they can be written, spoken out loud or given in silence to strangers ….and this will become “connected” or “received” when that person/persons resonate at the frequency to which that Blessing was given out.

          What better “Random act of Kindness” is there then a “Gentle Blessing”?

          I use a particularly powerful source when giving written or spoken “Blessings” …below is but one example of that source below.

          Blessing 301 “See Through Appearances”
          ( from 365 Blessings – by Pierre Pradervand )

          More and more people are becoming aware that we live in a world of illusion – that the material world – and that beyond the veil of appearances there is the reality of such awesome beauty, harmony and depth that once one has tasted it, no human experience can even remotely compare with this true world.

          I bless myself as love’s gentle smile on every living being.

          My I have the depth spiritual insight that sees through all material appearances.

          My I have the spiritual strength and clarity to discern the Divine beyond even the most horrendous human form / actions / re-actions ( etc. ect. )

          May I understand that absolutely all that enters my life is Infinite Love and its infinite manifestation for the Godhead truly is All-in-all.
          And as I rise rewarding and rejoice that I am Your radiant goodness and beauty in ecstatic expression for all those I meet.

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  • EJP

    Always and every day. From a sincere smile and acknowledgement, to providing an unexpected meal or paying for another’s bill behind you in a line. Random acts of kindness are spontaneous and unpredictable…true kindness.

  • Kevin
    Sure, why not? Committing to a random act of kindness on this day or any day always seems like a good idea. As to what that act of kindness might be however, isn’t known to me at the moment. It will reveal itself when it should. Predetermined efforts to dash off and rattle off a number of kindnesses in this or that direction, like running up a score, always seems rather contrived in nature to me. If my heart is open and I am paying attention, the need or opportunity will reveal itself to m...

    Sure, why not? Committing to a random act of kindness on this day or any day always seems like a good idea.

    As to what that act of kindness might be however, isn’t known to me at the moment. It will reveal itself when it should. Predetermined efforts to dash off and rattle off a number of kindnesses in this or that direction, like running up a score, always seems rather contrived in nature to me. If my heart is open and I am paying attention, the need or opportunity will reveal itself to me on it’s own.

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    • Jeana

      Hi Kevin, your ‘predetermined efforts’ reminded me of when I went to events in San Francisco, I created little bags which included money, granola bars, and hand-sanitizers to give to people who would beg from me. I’d carry at least 12, my purse was heavy, as was my heart. It was contrived, as I was aware of entering an area of great need. As you said ‘if my heart is open’ … that is the only preparation truly necessary. Thank you.

      • Kevin Carroll

        Good morning, Jeana ~ I’m going to The City on Monday. I love your idea. The homeless presence in San Francisco is undeniable. Your care package idea is a wonderful response.

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