Do Unto Others

Matthew 7:12: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”

As a child my understanding of this verse was simple. Be nice. I heard this verse telling me to be nice, 'cause that was how nice people act'.

I know many faiths have variations of this "Golden Rule". I know many people have their own interpretations of it as well.

For me, We should treat others as we want to be treated. It is about putting others first in our lives.

How do you like to be treated? With respect, listened to, not interrupted, loved, share things with, treated fairly, honest with, follow through on promises. If we like these things from others, it is only natural that others would like us to treat them the same.

Think about how you like to be treated. Now choose one person you will make an effort to treat like this in the coming week.

Random Act of Kindness

Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you. Princess Diana


Think about it. You can make a difference. Your one act of kindness can bring someone out of despair. Your one act of kindness can bring a smile to some one's face. Your one act of kindness could be contagious!

Among the non-stop hustle and bustle of our lives, it is easy to forget about the small acts that make life so meaningful.

We pass by so many each day without a single smile; rush through lines and the drive thru for our morning coffee while forgetting to say "please" and "thank you," and we see dozens of individuals facing everyday difficulties, but never stop to offer help. Are we becoming an insensitive, careless society of people? Have we really forgotten what it means to be nice?

Even the smallest, most simple act of kindness can make a difference in some one's life in a very big way. What are you waiting for? Act now....do a random act of kindness! Pass it on!