If there is one thing that seems to be lacking in the world today, it’s human kindness. We may try to be kind when it is convenient to do so but how much do we go out of our way in order to show a little bit of kindness to somebody who needs it? Most people feel as if it is not really worth the effort and to be certain, there are some people who don’t appreciate our efforts when it comes to being polite and kind. At times, however, the fact that we are kind to others is going to come back to you and pay off in ways that you could never have expected. The following fictional story shows us just how it can happen.
A lady worked at a meat distribution factory. One day, when she finished with her work schedule, she went into the meat freezer to inspect something, but in a moment of misfortune, the door closed and she was locked inside with no help in sight.
Although she screamed and knocked with all her might, her cries went unheard as no one could hear her. Most of the workers had already gone, and outside the cold room it’s impossible to hear what was going on inside.
Five hours later, whilst she was at the verge of death, the security guard of the factory eventually opened the door. She was miraculously saved from dying that day. When she later asked the security guard how he had come to open the door, which wasn’t his usual work routine.
His explanation: “I’ve been working in this factory for 35 years, hundreds of workers come in and out every day, but you’re one of the few who greet me in the morning and say goodbye to me every night when leaving after work. Many treat me as if I’m invisible.
Today, as you reported for work, like all other days, you greeted me in your simple manner ‘Hello’. But this evening after working hours, I curiously observed that I had not heard your “Bye, see you tomorrow”. Hence, I decided to check around the factory. I look forward to your ‘hi’ and ‘bye’ every day because they remind me that I am someone.
By not hearing your farewell today, I knew something had happened. That’s why I was searching every where for you.”
Be humble, love and respect those around you. Try to have an impact on people who cross your path every day, you never know what tomorrow will bring.
