In this generation, one of the hardest things to do is to avoid self-centeredness. Humans are prone to become self-obsessed. And that’s one trait we all share. But this doesn’t mean that we can’t change from being selfish to compassionate. One solution is to constantly practice mindfulness and self-awareness. There may be other solutions and…
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Some People Badly Need Help, Can You Do Something?
Not all people have the luxury to buy fancy items. Some people might not have enough to buy clothes. But everyone can offer something to someone regardless of culture, religion, or race. There are people who act selflessly even to complete strangers and these people know the value of humanity. The value we should be…
To Make a Difference, A Desire to Help and Improve Matters a Lot
Most people believe they are incapable of improving the planet because they don’t have money, connection, privilege, rare skills, time, and on and on. But that is quite disheartening. Because the truth is, if we want to make a difference, it’s our heart — or our desire to help and improve — that matters more….
It’s Not About the Lack of Ability, It’s Our Attitude That Matters
It’s time to rethink the notion that only the privilege people can make a difference or contribute to make our world a better place. Is that really true? We’ve heard about Nik Vujicic and how he helps people in his own way. But it’s not just Vujicic, there are many people out there with disability…
Unity Can Help Dreams Come True
The story of Kevan Chandler who has spinal muscular atrophy is incredibly inspiring. I applaud his four friends who are kind enough to help his dreams come true, which is to travel Europe. That’s an admirable trait. This only proves that we can help our dreams become a reality if we work together. Kevan Chandler…
Teach Your Kids Compassion
Not everyone has the privilege to live an easy life. We know that for sure. But what about our kids? It’s important that we encourage them to practice empathy and compassion. They are our hope to a better future. Check the video below.
Help But Don’t Spoonfeed
When thinking about compassion, I often ask, (1) “Does helping people all the time beneficial to them?” or (2) “Does receiving help from others all the time beneficial to me?” Those are hard questions. Because we see things differently. And every life situation differs. Here, Jay Shetty explains it well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QG7ZwMqpXWU
Mandy Harvey on Not Giving Up
Just like Nick Vujicic, Mandy Harvey didn’t lose hope to pursue her dreams. Humans may be vulnerable creatures but doesn’t mean we can’t be strong when we need it the most. Sometimes being strong is all we need to persevere. I admire Harvey’s positivity and I’m grateful for all the people, especially her father for…
The Greatest Love of All
We keep searching for love on social media or dating sites, not realizing we already have that one person who loves us unconditionally: Our mother. I’m aware not all mothers love their kids. That is reality. I don’t judge them. But if your mom has always been there for you, if your mom supports, teaches, and…
The Best Solution? Work Together
I always wonder why we can’t solve society’s problems. Is it because of different ideologies? I don’t know. But maybe if we can come up with solutions every day, then our planet might become a better place. A solution to solve famine. A solution to lessen crimes. There are many solutions but we don’t see…
No Matter How Hard it is, Don’t Lose Hope
What would you do if you don’t have the resources? What would you do if you can’t change your condition? What would you do if you don’t have arms and legs? It’s hard. Yes. And we may feel hopeless. But here’s Nick Vujicic proving there’s always hope for everyone. Despite his condition, he continues to…
Whatever Your Ability is, You Can Always Help
“What we’re destined to do as human beings is to find our talents and through our talents, use that to benefit mankind.” — Nasir Sobhani Some people use their skills or talents to make their lives better, maybe earn more money. Not in the case of Nasir Sobhani who goes out in the streets and…
If Nobody Wants to Help, Why not Make the First Move?
Nafiz Kamarudin decided to make the first move when he realized nobody’s willing to help the elderly people who are collecting cardboards and cans in Singapore. Kamarudin founded the Happy People Helping People Foundation with the goal of helping and raising funds for the old and needy, especially the cardboard and can collectors. I admire…
Save the Corals, Save Humanity
Earth is the home for all living things. And humans, as the most intelligent species ought to take care of everything. It’s our responsibility. If we take care of our planet, we take care of all humankind. Dr. Dave Vaughan discovered a way to grow corals so he can plant it back out on the…
What Would You Do If Someone Attacks You?
When problems consume us, we become anxious and sometimes do things we never usually do. We’re just vulnerable creatures. It could happen to anyone. But often, the problem is not the situation but our reactions towards it. In this video, a police officer did the right thing. Instead of reacting and fighting, he responded with…