We often believe that kindness must be ostentatious or heroic to have an impact. Margaret proved me wrong. True kindness is discreet. It doesn't seek attention. It asks for nothing in return. And sometimes, its effect is only felt much later.
I still keep that old bill in my wallet, not for what it brought me financially, but for what it represents. Every person we meet carries within them an invisible story. Every moment offers us the opportunity to rise above ourselves.
If this story touched you, ask yourself: when was the last time you truly noticed someone alone? Would you have done as I did, or would you have continued on your way?
Share your thoughts in the comments. Your perspective might encourage someone else to take a second look, precisely when it matters most.
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