You don’t need a REASON to HELP people!

In this materialist world, where most of the individuals are running after money & have simply forgotten to look around. People around you are just into their smartphones. They don’t have the time to look up and see what is actually happening around them. With earphones on all the time, how can one listen if anyone needs your help? People nowadays only help others as they expect something in return too. The era of our grandparents was much simpler. The neighbors were always willing to help back then. Now only if we want a favor from a friend, we call them. Otherwise who has the time to chit chat with long lost friends.

Have you ever thought about it? Usually, when I am traveling, especially in the metro, I noticed the majority of the people are just on the phone – either watching their favorite shows or some movie, some are listening songs while others are chit-chatting. There is nothing wrong with doing that. But how many people actually try and help if by chance someone is in need. 

Yesterday while traveling I saw a guy who didn’t realize that the money he had kept in the back pocket of his jeans was almost on the verge of falling down. Anyone could have even tried to take it. Everyone noticed but didn’t tell him. I went up to him and told him to keep it properly. He was thankful. Although it was a small gesture, no one wanted to tell him. I try my best to help others whenever I can. 

Do you really need a reason to help people?

When you help someone you will feel great about it. Not only will it make their day it will make yours too. When they will express their gratitude you will feel it was rewarding to help. It will not cost you any money to help people. Try and not expect anything in return. 

Seen superhero movies? The superheroes just help the people and bring peace in the city without expecting anything in return. With kindness in their hearts, they just make everyone’s life better. Have you ever come across anyone like that who helps without expectations? Just a small word – “Thanks” makes their day.

Helping anyone around you, even in little things will change your life. 

They say little things make a big difference. So next time, look around and be there for your friends, family or loved ones. Just help people in any which way you can. You have no clue how the universe is going to reward you. A small act of random kindness is all it takes to stay happy. 

• You can start by holding the door for someone, instead of just opening, entering and not looking back 
• Help a grandparent by holding on to their heavy bags
• Grocery shopping, filling the water bottles at home
• Helping your mom in clearing the table or putting the utensils in the dishwasher
• Watering the plants or organizing your cupboard
• Send a small message just to make someone smile when he/she is low
• Apologize to mend relationships
• Donate blood, food or clothes
• Arranging a small amount of money for a friend in need 
• Offering your food if someone in front of you forgot to bring
• Letting your friend buy the only piece left of clothing or food item
• Helping a person cross the road
• Making your mom/ dad understand the usage of the mobile phone or certain apps
• Helping in paying the bills online so your parents don’t have to stand in long queues
• Not charging money from a person who can’t afford it but wants help in studies

Our small gestures are way more worth than money. The sympathy we show, a smile we give, an act of kindness can give you a feeling of satisfaction and immense happiness which you won’t be able to find in the world that easily. 

Go ahead and don’t hold yourself. Don’t think about what the others will think or say. Try and stay positive even on your worst day and help everyone. Helping one person would not change the whole world but it would definitely change the world of that person. 

“In helping others, we shall help ourselves, for whatever good we give out completes the circle and comes back to us”

Flora Edwards

JUST START HELPING!