Kindness Goes a Long Way: 2 Random Encounters with Strangers That Warmed My Heart

Small gestures from strangers can have a big impact. Read on to discover two encounters with strangers that left a positive impression on me.

Kindness

Have you ever had a random encounter with a stranger that left you feeling happy for the rest of the day inside? I’ve had a couple of those experiences, and I wanted to share them with you. In this post, I will share two random encounters with strangers that warmed my heart and reminded me of the power of small acts of kindness.

The first encounter happened one morning when I was running late for work and stopped at a deli to grab a few things. I realized at the counter that I didn’t have any cash, and the deli didn’t accept cards. The lady at the counter kindly offered to let me take the sandwich I had ordered so it wouldn’t go to waste. As I was apologizing for my mistake, another girl overheard us and offered to pay for everything, even my drink. It was a small gesture, but it made a big impact on my day.

The second encounter happened when I was at my local pharmacy picking up medication, and it started pouring rain outside. I didn’t have an umbrella with me, so I decided to buy one from the pharmacy. But when I went to pay, I realized I had left my wallet at home. Embarrassed, I tried to put the umbrella back, but the man behind the counter kindly told me I could take it and pay him back later. He said he recognized me and trusted that I would keep my word. Fortunately, I ran into my mom outside and was able to pay the man back on the spot.

These two small acts of kindness may seem insignificant, but they meant a lot to me. They reminded me that there are still good people in the world who are willing to help out a stranger in need. And they inspired me to pay it forward by looking for opportunities to spread kindness in my own life whenever I can. As the saying goes, a little kindness goes a long way. It’s important to remember that we can also take opportunities to extend kindness to others, whether it be a smile, a kind word, or even a small act of generosity. It’s through these small encounters that we can grow as individuals and make a positive impact on the world.

Remember, a little bit of kindness can go a long way. So, let’s all try to be a little kinder to each other, even in small ways. You never know how much of a difference you can make in someone’s day. Thank you for reading. I would love to hear a time you were kind to someone that may have impacted someone else. Please feel free to share your response, thoughts, and comments below. Don’t forget to follow me for more inspirational content.


Daily writing prompt
Describe a random encounter with a stranger that stuck out positively to you.

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