Day 29 – Give up your
seat for an elderly person
The
next time you are travelling by bus or in a public place, offer your seat to an
elderly person. This is a great way to show your respect for the elderly, and
because you are in a public place your actions will highly visible to many
bystanders. This is a great opportunity to set a kind example for all those
around you. You are showing your elders respect in a kind and courteous way. Make
it a personal goal that whenever you are on a crowded bus, train or public
place (doctor's office, waiting room, etc.) that you will always give up your
seat for someone. Offer it to an elderly person first, but you can also offer
it to anyone! Perhaps there is a pregnant woman or a man struggling to hold a
couple of bags and papers. Offer your seat to someone who needs it every time
you have the opportunity. This will require you to always be aware of your
surroundings; don't get lost in a book or magazine, or zone out listening to
music. Be active in looking around you and making sure everyone is okay. You
may discover other ways to help people other than giving up your seat. You
could stand near a door and hold it open for people as they come and go. Or you
could pick up items that someone else dropped. Simply pay attention to others
around you. You might even end up starting a conversation and making a new
friend!
Be kind and compassionate to one another …
Ephesians 4:32
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