What a wonderful thought isn’t it? Or wouldn’t it be? I know it seems a bit generic, but I believe kindness goes a long way. People aren’t kind anymore at all. In New York, where I am originally from, it is eat or be eaten or basically who can step on one another first – I just never adapted to that or was that type of person.

This daily prompt invoked a thought of a song I used to sing when I was younger that I loved from the early 2000’s; it was called “If I Die Young.” As I think about what I hope people say about me, I also think about what they would say after I die. Would they say nice things? Will people who I have harmed in my addiction and bipolar sprees come back and say I was evil and mean? I try to be a kind person these days, learning a lot from the mistakes of my past. It has a lot to do with being in recovery and remembering to make amends every day. It’s about taking an inventory at night of the wrongs that I may have done during the day and hoping to make it right tomorrow.

We often don’t think about stealing a screw at a Home Depot stealing, or cutting someone off in traffic because we can as a wrongdoing, but it is. And I’m sorry but saying “please” and “thank you” and even “God Bless You” is so important as well. I don’t think people even hold doors open for each other anymore. I don’t know what the world is coming to, but I am going to remain kind and continue to pay it forward for as long as I am alive. I just hope that is what people are saying about me at least.

Stay tuned.

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Published by inspiredodyssey

In a whole new world after leaving NYC in 2020. Left my husband, started over, 4 years sober and living on my own. Fell deeply in love again, only for it to turn complicated and heartbreaking. Trying to navigate my way through it all, while maintaining my friendships, honoring my newly found faith, and living life independently.

4 thoughts on “I Hope People Say I am Kind”

  2. I resonate deeply with your sentiments about the need for more kindness, especially considering how things seem to be changing in places like New York. It’s truly saddening to see a world where folks seem more invested in personal gain than showing empathy towards others. Your candid introspection of past actions, your journey towards healing, and the earnest pledge to embrace kindness is truly commendable.

    Recognizing the little things we do, like brushing off a small lie or forgetting our manners in daily chats, is just as important as big acts of kindness – it’s these details that can make all the difference. Progress takes compassion.

    Staying kind in trying times speaks volumes. In an often cold and disconnected universe, sticking to kindness emerges as a game-changing decision. I believe that behind the facade of societal changes, there are many good hearts, and fostering open communication is key to breaking down the fences people may build to protect themselves.

    Staying kind in a disconnected world takes courage that can inspire change. Absolutely, your perspective resonates with me – promoting a culture of kindness could be our ace in the hole for driving societal transformation. Let’s keep talking openly and respectfully to understand each other better. Let’s keep fueling each other with motivation and positivity, persistently pushing for kindness and a brighter future. Keep an eye out.

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