We frequently believe that big, dramatic actions or heroic gestures are necessary for life-altering events, yet occasionally the tiniest deeds of compassion can have the greatest influence. A quick word of encouragement, a modest favor, or a selfless deed can completely alter someone’s perspective and possibly change their life. Even though these moments may not seem significant at the time, they can have unexpected effects.
In the first story,
a man in a full business suit with a briefcase gave me an umbrella during a fierce downpour and refused to accept no. He must have gotten wet on his way to wherever he was heading, because I still had to walk across Times Square to get to the train.
A few weeks later, when it began to rain, I handed the umbrella to a lost girl in my area who had none. It seemed to be the will of the cosmos. But I will never forget that man. I am not impressed by Reddit.
Tale No. 2:
I made friends with a youngster in an airport when I was around four or five years old, and he was playing with some Lego cars that had been put together. After an hour or so of playing with those items, the child asked that I keep one of the cars when it came time for us to part ways and board the aircraft. I urged him to keep them, but he claimed it was evidence of our friendship.
And around 20 years later, I still have that automobile filled with my box of childhood treasures. © Reddit/Givebooks
Tale No. 3:
Story 4:
“My car got severely egged overnight when it was parked in our duplex driveway years ago. We used the wife’s car because we had to drive somewhere the following morning. When I returned a few hours later, my car was in the driveway, looking brand new. It had been washed for me while we were away by the neighbor, whose name I didn’t even know at the time. Copyright Reddit/Ceristimo
Tale No. 5:
I think I was in the fourth grade at the time, and my parents were really focused on my younger sister. I went to school lunch, took out my paper bag, and took off the foil that was encasing my sandwich. Nothing was inside. I was disappointed to see that there were only two pieces of dry white bread.
My tablemates literally helped me make the most delicious sandwich I’ve ever had by contributing different ingredients. Although I’ve been pursuing that sandwich ever since, I’m positive that what I like most about it was the reaction rather than the components. Through Reddit, I Am The Grapevine
Tale No. 6:
Story 7: “I once went to buy bags for my vacuum cleaner and forgot to bring my wallet with me.” After giving me the bags and shaking my hand, the store owner instructed me to bring the money to him the following day. I did the right thing, and he trusted me, a complete stranger. Copyright Independent-Bike8810/Reddit.
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Tale No. 9:
I was with a man I met online at a restaurant. When he insisted on bringing me my coffee, the waitress showed up out of the blue and splattered it across the table. My date became irate and flushed.
The waitress whispered to us as we were leaving, “I did it on purpose.” He had been cheating on you. I stared at her in confusion, shocked. “I saw him flirting with another woman earlier,” she added.
Uncertain whether to approach him or simply leave, I thanked her. I ultimately avoided wasting any more time on someone who didn’t deserve me because she told me the truth.
Story 10:
“I once heard what positive things other people were saying about me from a good buddy. She continued by saying that we lose out on all the positive things that are spoken about us when we are not present. That struck a chord with me, and I have attempted to return the favor, even though it is a little odd to do so. I truly believe that is wonderful to hear. © Unknown Reddit author
