Inspiration and Mentoring

By Michael L. Wojciechowski

 

Despite what age we may be, during our lifetimes we are often inspired and taught how to be kind, respectful and considerate.  It actually has no bearing whether or not you are related, but all of those characteristics can come into play.

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Some call it mentoring.  A sharing of those traits from one generation to another, or between older and younger coworkers.  It may also be between two completely total strangers. 

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Saying hello on the street, opening a door, letting someone go in front of you: all signs of respect and kindness.  Our parents taught us that.  As an adult, I came to the realization of what I call RAK: Random Act of Kindness.  Extended to anyone, being helpful and/or courteous.  Some people have become friends from these simple acts.  Not sure who the person that came up with the thought that: “The road to hell is paved with good intensions.”  With RAK, DON’T JUST TRY, DO, GET IT DONE! 

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Socializing, buying a round of drinks or dinner, hanging out with your friends, or just getting to know one another.  Sharing a RAK can be such an awesome experience, more so giving than receiving.  And this could include playing Santa Claus because you’re giving to young people, getting them to understand that the Spirit of Christmas goes beyond the Yule Season, but the entire year. 

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The feeling one gets from sharing a RAK can be the boost our egos need, especially with expecting nothing in return.  I’m sure our mentors, teachers, parents and God himself smiles and watches us as we perform these simple, kind acts, and knows that we’ve learned that kindness reaps its own rewards.

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