May I Walk in Your Shoes Today? It seems like everyday, I run into someone who has the weight of the world on their shoulders. A father who lost his job, a mother who wonders how she will feed her children, a businessman who has lost everything, a widow who can't make the mortgage payment. There is so much hardship and sadness in our world today. What can we do to help?
Walking in a person's shoes for a day, or even a moment, can teach us something about ourselves. Are you a good listener? Do you have empathy for the person who is suffering from a tragedy? Are you able to come along side someone who needs help and offer it to them? Are we often too busy to notice a friend in need. I am guilty as charged.
There are many times when I thought I should have stopped and offered help to the person who's car was stuck in the middle of the road. Or perhaps offer a ride to the person walking in the rain with their groceries in hand (I have done this on occasion, and I know many of you are going to chastise me for it!). You know you are supposed to heed the call when that little voice in your head says; "Just do it," and you say; "Come on, not today, I am running late for an appointment."
Perhaps this is a little reminder for us to take time out of our busy day and help a person in need. Someday, we may need a helping hand in return. Will there be someone willing to help us in our time of need? May I walk in your shoes today?
There are opportunities to help our neighbor throughout each day. Thanks for reminding us to be watchful for those opportunities and even if we can't help at that moment, be thankful for the blessings we have ourselves.
I love helping people, especially seniors in the grocery store. Just being able to reach something on a shelf that is too high for them makes them very happy.
Hi Melinda~ It is important for us to empathize and to try to do something nice for others. It is s simple thing that makes the world a better place!
Melinda - good reminder. It might not take more than a minute--or even a warm smile--to lift the heart of someone. We just have to remember to pause a moment.
Good Day Melinda~ Love The Post And ABSOLUTELY Love The Pic You Chose! No Ma'am I Will Not Chastise You Because I Have Done The Same Thing Too! When I Did The Lady Told Me She Had A Weak Heart And Was So Glad I Had Stopped. I Personally Feel If The "Spirit" Leads You..You Better Listen. The Word Speaks That We "Entertain Angels" So You Never Know! Great Post And Have A Great Upcoming Week!
Melinda~ very well said. Sometimes we get so wrapped up in our own issues/world/life/problems that we fail to even notice those around us. Doing something nice for others always makes me feel good~
Hi Melinda - what a great reminder. And I have learned that when I help someone without expecting anything in return, I benefit at least as much as they do. It makes me feel so good about myself and about the world in general.
It can be a real high - especially if done anonymously. Having a bad day? Help someone else and your day will get better - guaranteed!
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Sometimes those silent struggles are the most hardest. People don't ask for help, or know where to turn. Bill collectors hound someone while they are sick, recovering from an illness which insurance didn't cover. These are the most saddest of tales. I've often thought that it's ironic that if there was a natural disastour, people are all too willing to help (and that's a good thing). But, when calamity strikes on a personal, individual nature . . . we all stop and stare, point our fingers in scorn at them for falling behind. No one seems to care.
What a wonderful reminder for all of us Melinda. That's why I am a loyal subscriber and reader to your blog. I am on my way to my daughter's soccer game; I promise to look for a stranger to help and not expect anything in return.
Have you heard Darryl Worley's song, Sounds Like Life To Me? It is a wonderful pairing to your post!
Hello Melinda, great reminder. You know there have been other similar posts and this is not the first that you've done...kudos to you. I know you help people when you can...I do the same...just stay safe.
In my early youth I used to pick up hitchhikers all the time and take them as far as I could. Unfortunately, as more and more good Samaritans were killed by those hitchhikers, I had to quit doing it.