"On Nov. 13, we marked the 27th year of "World Kindness Day," a chance to pause, reflect and ask: How does kindness really change lives? We then invited you, our readers, to share acts of kindness that left a lasting impression, perhaps even reshaping the way you see the world. What you sent us was compelling, heartwarming and refreshingly unexpected, reminding us that goodness is alive and well in a world often overshadowed by displays of cruelty and grim headlines."
"Teacher Steps Up When I was in second grade, my only pair of shoes was worn out, with holes in the soles. At that time, my parents couldn't afford to buy me new ones, so I wasn't able to go to school. My teacher, Mrs. Wortz, called my mom to find out why I wasn't in school. My mom told her the truth, even though it was probably embarrassing."
Personal accounts describe how modest, timely acts of kindness produced deep, enduring effects. A teacher bought shoes so a child could attend school and later gifted a personal library, fostering a lifelong love of reading. Hospital staff offered compassion during a COVID crisis by explaining restrictions, reviewing family photos, bathing an intubated patient so he could join a wedding by Zoom, and providing steady emotional presence. These gestures removed barriers, restored dignity, strengthened family connections, and generated lasting gratitude. Kindness appears as practical aid and sustained care that reshapes life trajectories and counters a harsh world.
Read at www.npr.org
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