Do you practice
kindness in your life?
Are you kind only
to people that you know?
Would you like to
cultivate and nurture kindness in your heart and mind?
INTRODUCING THE
7-DAY RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS
Come August 27,
we will be having a 7-day random act of kindness exercise. Starting Aug. 27, you will post an act of
kindness which you have done within the day itself. The act can range from
saying a simple thank you to the cafeteria lady, saying sorry to somebody you
bumped into no matter how much in a rush you are, changing an unpleasant
thought towards others to showing appreciation to them. At the end of the day, you are to share your
experience to the blog and to join the other participants in their sharing.
This is a simple
and exciting practice of being kind to others.
At times, with our busy schedule and our desire to be the best we tend
to forget to be kind-hearted and to focus on the essentials of life –relationships. This exercise will end on September 3,
2013. May we remember to be kind to
ourselves and to others as well!
Random Act of Kindness Day 1: Aug. 27, 2013.
ReplyDeleteToday, I helped our professor in counseling in special population class. Even if I am almost always the one who helps her, I don't really mind as long as I get to do it as I can. It feels good to help other people without asking for anything in return. I am always glad that I could be of help.
"...take care not to perform righteous deeds in order that people may see them..." Mt. 6:1.
ReplyDeleteAfter my class this afternoon, I went earlier to the Chapel before the prayer time. I noticed that my other sister who is taking charge of the liturgy this week is still in the school, I volunteered preparing the liturgy for the community's evening prayer. This will surely lighten her duty and would help her to have more time for prayer.
I felt at peace and grateful to God for the chance of extending a simple gesture of kindness to my sister. May His Name be praised!
Thanks po Ms. Tina and God bless po!
Sr. Jarserina Tilman, SPC
ReplyDeleteWe’re eating our lunch together and one of my friends dropped her bag under the table. While some of my friends were busy chatting with each other and having their own businesses, I made the move of getting it even though it was hard for me to stoop; I still picked it up and handed the bag to her. This simple way made me realize that in times of busy moments, I must not forget to help other people and have the initiative/move to do it.
-- Marj Aracan
I wasn't able to post something yesterday because my spirit was dampened because of an incident that happened after class. I felt the need to just keep the emotions to myself as the day ended. I was on my way back to school after depositing money in the bank when I was about to get my wallet from my bag. I was surprised to see that my bag was open. Feeling cold and nervous, I checked for my iPod and it was already gone. I didn't know what to feel that time. I was shaking and terrified. I immediately went back to school and called my mom about what happened. I came rushing to my friends and poured out my tears. We checked the bag and it's really gone. It was a traumatizing experience for me. I felt mad, very sad, and fearful. Sobrang nalungkot lang ako buong hapon hanggang sa gabi.
ReplyDeleteMy roomate and I were about to have dinner, I led the prayer and expressed my thanks for the bountiful blessing for the whole day. even though I experienced such, I still thanked the Lord that I was safe and I did not get hurt. I also prayed for the soul and conversion of whoever stole my device. I prayed that whatever he did, may it have brought help to his family and may God's love be an enlightentenment to him and dwell in him through forgiveness. I guess that's one act of kindness I could think of that I did yesterday. Even though someone has done wrong to us, it is always good to pray for the person's repenting act and conversion.
Today, I helped my classmate attach her new screen protector for her iPod touch. It was a very simple act of kindness that I think helped her get along the day...
--Berna Perez
My friend and I were in need of bond papers for our thesis and since we lack time and it would be harder for us to go outside the school, we thought of asking scratch papers from Ms. Amy and even though she was so busy, she still gave time and gave to us what we're asking. And I said thank you to her for what she did because I really appreciate her effort. I was grateful because she didn't say no.
ReplyDelete--Marj Aracan
I haven’t posted any act of kindness yesterday for the reason that I went home so late, due to our council’s audition schedule for Psychology representatives for the Lakan and Lakambini 2013. As I was reflecting on what I have done yesterday, I really had a hard time, but as what I’ve remembered, I have four acts of kindness: First, on my way to school, our professor in first subject texted me that she cannot come and meet her class because she’s sick. I immediately informed and forwarded the text to my classmates. I felt very happy when I received texts from them, thanking me for reminding and informing them about the absence of our professor. Second, our professor, Sr. Dabu, asked someone to go to the CASE office to remind and to ask the request she had to the secretary about our usage of the Psych Lab for our class. Our class representative, Dominick Margen, was the one assigned for that responsibility but since he is not aware of the step in having the request on the secretary, I assisted and helped him go to the office, and we courageously asked the secretary to do what Sr. Dabu asked for us. Thank God we made it. Third, as we are having our Special Population Class, I once left our class while the discussion was going on, it is not related to boredom in class and etc., but it is due to an urgent text message that I got from one of the members of PPC Council. He asked me a favor if I can ask the office secretary to know the certain information needed for our proposed project, given that he cannot make it as they were having a long quiz that moment. I agreed and I felt good knowing that I contributed something with that proposal we had. Fourth, Ms. Perez had mention about the unfortunate incident happened to her, when she get back to school and tell us what happened to her, I think I somehow made her feel comfortable and relieved because I hugged her (which is very unusual of me: Hihihi), I let her say her emotions and I asked her to narrate the whole scenario, and by doing that I know that it kinda helped my friend to have a lighter mood.
ReplyDeleteThis day, I reminded Dominic his assigned task to have a reservation of the microphones and lapels from the ICT Office that we will be using in Sr. Dabu’s class. I accompanied my classmate in working some papers for the Uniform Exemption in the SAO Office. My friends and I went to our sick professor to tell her that we will surely miss her and to say some sweet “Take Care/ Get Well Soon messages” given that she was advised by the clinic doctor to have a 3-day sick leave.
-Camille Gabriel
Random Act of Kindness Day 2: Aug. 28, 2013.
ReplyDeleteBeing able to say thank you to my nephew's yaya for cooking and serving our dinner yesterday. I always say "thank you" to her whenever she does things for us, especially to me. But I am still grateful every time because she is still willing to do them even if her major task is only to take care of my nephew.
Random Act of Kindness Day 3: Aug. 29, 2013.
I always board the bus on my way to and from school. This afternoon, I don't know why the bus I boarded was full that I have to stand. Since I really wanted to go home early, I just accepted my fate and rode the bus (even if I really don't want to stand). However, there was this man who offered me his seat (oh how rare of a species they are nowadays). I was about to accept the extend, but when I saw that he has graying hair and looked kind of old, I told him that it's okay and to keep his seat. But he still insisted and I graciously took it. You see, I seldom reject opportunities presented to me because I always wanted to have the easiest and painless things as much as possible. Although I have to bend this rule a little bit when I see someone who needs it more than I do.
Today, I have severe colds which made me feel sick and by anytime I feel that it will lead to a fever or a flu. I felt weak for today but I still managed to survive the day. During our class, Ms. Tina emphasized on acts of kindness towards others but she said that we should never forget to take care of ourself and be kind to ourself as well. In terms of health, I bought myself a healthy and nutritious meal for dinner so that the "weak" feeling will somehow alleviate. I believe that helped me feel quite better. Also, before I went home, I volunteered to take care of the multimedia and return the keys to the ICT. When I arrived home, I cooked rice for my roommate so that her tasks will be lessened and that she won't have to worry on how many cups of rice she will cook. Simple and random acts of kindness that also lightens my heart even though I feel sick today. My spirit is happy.
ReplyDelete--Berna Perez
Going to school, I usually ride the LRT and I am always seen in the male section... yes that’s right, not in the female area because I’ve experienced how wild and brutal those LRT female riders were, that I was once become their victim. :) Earlier, on my way to school, I saw a woman with her two little children (I guess they are around 2-3 years old). The train was not yet overcrowded since the Balintawak train stop is just a station away from the first train stop, Roosevelt. Since, I still saw empty seats in front of me, I hurriedly get the woman’s attention and said “Miss, dito po oh, meron pa po?!” I became shocked of how I said it to her; I was very worried about the difficulty she might encounter in the whole trip. After doing that, I became so happy and even happier when I immediately remember about this random act of kindness.
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand, I would also like to share other than my act of kindness. Since 4PM is already considered as a rush hour, it takes so many hours for someone to have a chance to ride on a skip train but I didn’t have any patience to wait for that impossible chance. Earlier, I immediately rode inside the train where I saw few people who are standing. When the train reached Central Terminal station, a passenger left his seat, a man standing beside me immediately sat on that vacant seat, and did not mind my presence in that scenario. An old man beside him saw the almost-frowning face I had. So, he offered his seat to me but, I did not accept his offer due to my respect towards him. I was just so happy that amidst his old age his kindness is still visible. I am really grateful to see a man like him, such a gentleman. :)
The random acts of kindness today (one of them) I directed toward myself especially by being patient to myself with the limitations that I have. I recalled the class I had this afternoon with Ms. Tina, when I was asked to recite, I had mental block and could not recite the things wanted to say...I felt ashamed but as I prayed over it, I beg the Lord to give me the grace to bear and to move on despite of my limitations. I told myself to be patient with myself. I will try my best and leave the rest to God. May it will be for Your greater glory, dear Lord!
ReplyDeleteThanks Ms.Tina and God bless po!
Today, I sent a 'get well soon' greeting to a friend of mine who just met an accident this morning. I offered a prayer for him that he will recover soon and continue the mission entrusted to him.
ReplyDeleteI know deep within me my call of praying for others especially to priests and nuns, deacons and brothers that they (we) will always cling to the ONE who calls us amidst the challenges and trials in life, knowing that we are not alone and that there is SOMEONE who journeys with us.
Thanks Ms. Tina and God bless po!
While we are inside the department store, my sister asked me to pay her beauty stuff at the counter. When the saleslady give me the change, I saw a twenty-five centavos on it, and then I unconsciously dropped that coin inside the "Bantay Bata piggy bank". I believe that it's already an act of kindness even though I've given such a little amount, but the thought of giving is more important. Hihihi Since then, I am already fond of placing of coins in those charitable "piggy banks". :)
ReplyDeleteAugust 29 2013:
ReplyDeleteI was on my way home and while riding on a jeepney, there was this woman sitting beside me, she asked me:” Ms., saan yung Sta. Ana market?” I think she's not sure of the way or place, then I told her: “Malayo pa po, ituturo ko nalang po sa inyo” Then when we were already there, I told her that she’s already in her destination. And I got a smile and simple thank you from her which made me feel good because I've helped her by simply telling to her the right place.
August 30 2013:
After school, it was lunch time when I heard the sad news from our relatives and this made me nervous, sad and worried the entire day. This news, which I can’t tell here made me over think. I was waiting for my sister to get home because she’s the one I’m most comfortable talking to; I can’t open with my parents because they were already sleeping that night. When she already home and we’re ready to sleep and because I cannot anymore contain the heavy feelings and emotions I feel inside, I shared to her about it. I told her about the news that made me feel bad. She also got worried and what I like about our conversation last night was that we were able to share what was on our minds and my older sister shared a lot of stories about the reality of life. It made me realize a lot of things. That conversation made me feel good and in that way, I've helped myself not to be depressed about it by sharing all my worries to her. I’m very thankful to have her with me. At the end of the day, to make myself more better, I talked to God, I prayed to Him; I thanked him and told Him all my worries. I felt light and so much better.
This day also made me realize to be kind to myself because over thinking would only make me feel bad and would only make things worse.
--Marj Aracan
Last night, I had already in my mind the things that I would like to accomplish today. This morning I woke up fresh, thanking the good Lord for all the blessings I have received and beg Him that I may worship and honour Him in my prayers especially in the Mass and my activities today.
ReplyDeleteSince today is the last day of the month and at the same time last day of the week, there were things in the Chapel that I needed to look into and changed. Then after working at sometime in the Chapel, I had a short personal time. Afterwards I went straight to the community room where I could make use of the computer. Lo, and behold, I was just turning on the computer and started browsing my e-mail and look into the comments given by our adviser to our our thesis, when my other sister came in and asked me to help checking her papers...I put aside my work and attended to her request. we finished checking her paper exactly time for lunch and so, we took our lunch...then came my superior, asking me to go with her to Robinsons after lunch. Off, we went...on our way back my superior and I passed by the president's office and helped preparing the gifts our sister will bring to Rome next week. it ended up that I did not touch any of my assignments or the plans I had in mind last night.
In my prayer this afternoon, I smiled when looking back on my day today...hehehe I planned many things in mind and yet see...there are other things surround me that I need to put into my consideration. I took this lightly believing that I will be given more time to do all my works...God provides :)
These are my random acts of kindness today :)
Thanks po Ms. Tina. Have a blessed weekend and God bless Po!
Yesterday, I couldn't be any weaker. First thing in the morning I attended my Fam Psych class at 7:15 AM and I didn't get enough sleep because I was sick.. Even though I felt sick I remembered that I said "Thank you!" to the elevator guy who pressed the buttons in the condo lift. I also said my thanks to the lobby guard of the tower when I asked him if there was a package that arrived for me (cause I was expecting some package this week). I also said "thank you Kuya!" to our family driver who kindly drove us from Manila going back home to Cavite..I also expressed my concern for my classmate who was also sick .. I said "Get well soon!" so that somehow she'd feel better. I know actions speak louder than words but I realized that words can also be helpful in making your day complete. Just a simple thank you and expressing your appreciation towards someone who's done good things for you is something to be also grateful about. Living in an happy world does constitute happy and kind people around you.
ReplyDeleteToday, I feel quite better with the kindness of my mom. Her dishes are the best. I'm really grateful to have a caring and wonderful mother like her. She's the sweetest, most concern, most caring, and most loving mother.
One significant act of kindness I remember doing today was when our organization had an online meeting on FB. I volunteered on facilitating the meeting and by summarizing, recapping the whole agenda. Even though I had to go to bed early because my colds were acting up again, I still finished the meeting without any excuse and above that, I appreciated everyone's presence and participation by saying thank you to them.
Sometimes, I think this activity will be judged by others like "They're just saying that because they were asked to do it" But to be honest, I do realize something. I've been doing some of what I've shared for quite a while (e.g saying thank you, praying for enemies,etc) but giving value on my simple acts of kindness makes me feel blessed because I am aware that even without this activity, I'll be able to lend an ear, reach out my hand, speak the good, and be a simple, loving person because I really appreciate life. I'm thankful because this activity lets me remember the value of appreciation, kindness, and enjoying the simple things in life. :)
My random act of kindness today...
ReplyDeleteToday is the birthday of our religious formator in Antipolo. In behave of my other young sisters, I made and sent a birthday card to her.
After our monthly recollection this noon, my sisters and I wanted to greet her directly and so we tried to contact her via landline and yet no one answered the phone, so, I decided to call her with my cellphone. My sisters and I sang for her birthday songs in different languages: Indonesian, Portuguese and English and with voices like a choir :) until my load was all consumed.
We made our formator happy today on her special day...and through the use of my cell phone my sisters and I were able to greet directly our formator.
Thank you Ms. Tina and May God bless you abundantly :)
-Sr. Jarserina Tilman, SPC
Today I felt happy treating my Mom out for dinner. We ate at her favorite Chicken house which is BonChon.. :) It's such a nice feeling to share something when you have that extra savings especially when you share it with the most important people around you.. Sometimes I envision myself after grad and when I get to work already, I'll be doing the same thing a lot more and I cant wait to give back to my family the care, time, and effort they gave to me. It was a happy day for me I'm feeling better and I got to spend time with my dear mom. :)
ReplyDeleteAugust 31: As what I remember, I immediately washed the used plates after we had our lunch time, It is very unusual about me to initiate the washing of dishes until I am asked and even forced to do so. I also pampered myself, I clean my toenails, I sleep longer than my usual 4-hour sleep, and I record songs which is my greatest stress-reliever.
ReplyDeleteSeptember 1: I consider this day as my “day-off”, it’s a day free from those school stuff and stresses. I allot half of my day with my family; we had an enjoyable road trip adventure, yummy food trips and never-ending conversations which made me totally relieved. Aside from freeing myself to those tons of school works, I also see act of kindness when I whole-heartedly forgave someone who made me quite upset, hurt me with her insensitive actions. Last, when I cooked for our dinner because mom’s not home and I offered my service to my sister and dad.
My random acts of kindness today...
ReplyDeleteI pray for the youth, the beloved children of God, especially the Paulinians. I notice that the temporary comforts that the world offers have somehow blurt the eyes of people today that they cannot distinguish of what is acceptable, right and just. people forego true values and embrace a shallow joy and comfort.
I pray that these beloved and precious children of God will be enlightened to see, to hear and be vigilant. I pray that God will disturb them to long and search for Him by doing what is true and just. I pray that people of today at least be aware that we are just pilgrims in this world; we are on our journey to our true home because our true home is not here and now...so, while enjoying the abundance that life offers us, let us remember that we need to ready ourselves for the life to come...the eternity.
I pray also that those who are privileged of being able to study in private schools, they would not only improve their intellect but mostly their true values in life, so that it is not only the head that becomes big but rather heart and hands and feet as well.
Dear Lord, please listen to my humble prayers...guide Your children to the right path and back to Your loving embrace. Amen.
Thanks po Ms. Tina and God bless you po!
September 2: I observed that every time other people will do some actions that will somehow benefit to me, I became used in saying “Thank you!” Like in my experience, when someone unexpectedly have given me the gift, I cannot remember how many thank you’s, I tell to that person, since I am grateful for the appreciation she has shown to me.
ReplyDeleteSeptember 3: Earlier, as I am walking along the corridors, I observed that since I was in freshmen days, I tend to learn how to throw some smile, good morning greetings mostly to all those who passes by. I felt that I somehow gave those people-- with whom I greet or smile with; some source of strengths or positivity that he/she can go through all the challenges that are about to be faced, by the simple means of smiling towards them.
My random acts of kindness...
ReplyDeleteAug. 27, 2013 - while im on my way home, along Pedro gil st. there a lot of kinds playing, one of them approached me and asked for my bottled water, he told me he was very thirsty, I also notice that it was a sunny day, without second thinking I gave the kid my bottled water.
Aug. 28, 2013- It was Baclaran day and my parents picked me up from school to attend the evening mass at Redemptorist baclaran, I offered a lady carrying a baby during the mass.
Aug. 29, 2013 - growing up in the family, my ate was the closest sibling i have, when she has to live and work abroad, we made sure we fill each other with stories, but during the past few days she became busy at work, which made me really miss her, because I really have something to say to her, even though she's not online, i messaged her and be able to vent out everything that has running through my head. I felt relieved and happy after telling stories..
Aug. 30, 2013 On my way home, I got stuck at Roxas blvd. because there was no Fx passing by, luckily there was a single fx but can only take one us us, I just told the other lady to take it because she was there first.
Aug 31, 2013 - in the morning I manage to jog early in the morning, I also read a book, though i was not able to finish it, i was still able to do something I like.
Sept. 1, 2013 - we had our lunch in tagaytay, when we finished eating, there were to go boxes of left overs, on the church of Our lady of Lourdes, there were street people, me and my brother gave one of the to go boxes to the family beside the church.
Sept. 2, 2013 - It was a usual monday morning for me, while riding the jeep one old lady was asking the one beside her to tell her when Padre Faura is already near, but the guy didn't know, so I took the chance and told her, "pagbaba ko po sa Pedro Gil, ung susunod na kanto po Padre Faura na po un, makikita nyo po ung rob" then the old lady said thank you, and I smiled back at her.
Thank you:)