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A Gesture Of Help
By: Christine Joy
Tags: Helping Others, Motivaiton

As the night grew colder, I stood there sipping my coffee, feeling the crisp night air on my face. The whole city was bustling even though it was late into the night. The buzzing of my phone brought me out of my daze; another work call. Honestly, I have never seen a successful lawyer who has peace of mind. I took the call. It was Riya, my coworker.

‘Hey, are you free?’

‘Yeah, kinda. What’s up?’

‘I was thinking, we could grab a drink together since it’s the weekend. I’m here at Toit, wanna join me?’

‘Yeah sure, I’ll be there in five.’

As I went into the pub I saw her sitting there. Usually she drank with a lot of people but today she was alone. I wonder what happened. I went and sat with her and ordered a beer.

‘Sup?’

‘Nothing much. Just tired.’ She replied nervously.

My gut said something was up. Maybe she was in trouble? She slowly raised her eyes and started to talk.

‘Hey I know we’re not that close. But lately, I’ve been noticing that you’re too tired and your eyes look lifeless. Is there something wrong?’

I was a little taken aback at her sudden question. We weren’t even that close how did she know I was feeling stressed out lately?

I replied, ‘Oh it’s nothing much I’ve just been a little stressed out lately.’

‘Yeah, I know. Alisha, I know you have the student loans and all to pay back but I think you’re too harsh on yourself. You work too hard and now you like a zombie! I think you should ease up a bit and be more gentle with yourself. And if you need anyone to talk to, remember that I am always here for you. Okay?’

We talked for some more time and then went our separate ways. As I sat on my bed I remembered what she said.

Now that I think about it I have been too harsh on myself and worrying over every single mistake. Maybe I should be more gentle? I was amazed by how much power a small suggestion has over me to even question how I treat myself! But I’m really grateful to her, if she had never brought up the topic I would’ve never thought about it. Even though it was just a small help, I know it’ll make a great impact on me. I think we all need a friend like her.
Green Warrior Permaculture Launches New Training Program for people willing to change the world:
By: Rida Anwar
Tags: Helping Others, Permaculturecourse, Permaculture, Greenwarriorpermaculture, Permaculturetraining

Green Warrior Permaculture Launches New Training Program for people willing to change the world: Rida Anwar Jan 27·2 min read

Permaculture Training Courses

Green Warrior Permaculture announces to launch their new training program. The website aims at training communities to combat natural disasters and help this earth and the people living on it by making it a better place.

For more information regarding the training, process visit https://www.greenwarriorpermaculture.com

This newly launched training program aspires to train young people how to adapt and ease or combat what nature may throw at them. This training program has been launched keeping in view the increasing need for more permaculture heroes willing to save the world.

Green Warrior Permaculture is a team of warriors led by Steve Cran a Permaculture Aid Specialist, Permaculture consultant, teacher, and climate adaption specialist.

Together they have been working since 1999 to ensure that those struck by natural disasters, poverty, or living in war struck zones don’t miss out on any necessities of life. They help people and communities by formulating strategies and long-term plans for the recovery of such troubled zones.

Green Warrior Permaculture Training program helps acquire every bit of practical permaculture knowledge. These warriors are also helping the third world countries living on the edge of survival in these corona times. Steve Cran closely works with every trainee in all aspects of permaculture.

After this 2 years course, the cadet/intern will be qualified enough to build his own permaculture school and train more people.

Another 2 years course aimed at producing Climate Change Adaptation technology specialist has also been launched. These courses will be launched through the new facilities at the CAP or Centre of Advanced Permaculture.

Only with fundings from NGOS Steve Cran has successfully established this team of warriors and has accomplished even the toughest and near to impossible goals that others never dared to aim at.

As steve cran says, “Permaculture Aid gets real results by helping the people restore their own community using local resources. They grow their way out of poverty. Conventional aid creates aid-dependency. Permaculture Aid creates self-sufficiency and earth-repair simultaneously”.

Green Warrior Permaculture is hunting heroes in disguise, i.e people who want to invest their energy and time in promoting a positive change in this world, by spreading love, life, and joys.

Summary: the launch of Green Warrior Permaculture training courses is a golden opportunity for people who desire to help humanity and look forward to making a career out of this desire.

Contact info:

green.warriorsteve@gmail.com
5 Ways To Write Better And More Engaging Articles On Medium
By: Tal Tm
Tags: Article Writing, Helping Others, Writing Tips, Information

Tip #1

Provide useful information

A good way to keep your readers reading is to provide information that might be useful to them. If you are frequently giving good information, your readers will want to keep reading, with the expectation to get more good information.

Tip #2

Be passionate

When writing an article, make sure to do it on a topic you are passionate about. When you enjoy writing about a topic, it will really show in the end result. Passionate writers will write much more engaging and less boring articles. Write about something you love!

Tip #3

Keep it short and sweet

People are much more likely to read your article if it doesn’t look like a waste of time. When an article is short, it makes people more likely to read it. The ideal reading time is 3 – 4 minutes, but it really just depends on what kind of article you’re writing.

Tip #4

Use bold

Making text bold is a good way to keep your readers engaged. Make sure to bold only the most useful or most important bits, and be careful not to overuse it. With the right spacing, bolding can be one of the best techniques to keep readers reading.

Tip #5

Focus on quality

You might think that the obvious best way to write better articles is to, well, write better articles, but always so important to remember to not rush your writing. Don’t try and put as many words down as you can. A brilliantly done sentence can give more information than a rushed paragraph.

If you apply these 5 tips to your writing, while I can’t guarantee success, I can guarantee it will increase your chances at it.

That’s been my article, I really hope it helps you with your writing. If you liked this, I also do short stories, ‘The Jellyfish’s Sting’ being my most recent.

Have a good day!
Grieving with others
Tags: Covid 19, Death, Helping Others, 2020, Grieve

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2020 sure has a mind of its own and it has taken a wild turn by being as hurtful as it is - Bold and vicious. Still, it is not over and there is so much that could come out from this whirlwind. One of the most prevalent situations that reoccur is the mass unnecessary deaths that happened due to the pandemic. In it, we’ve lost so many great people. While the death rate vary country to country, it has been significantly felt by all.

The numbers seen on TV are daunting but even more so when these numbers become real. The reality of it manifests in the news of loved ones who have either died or lost someone close to them. Their grieve becomes yours as you internalize their pain. However, COVID 19 is not the only cause of death in 2020. Femicide is still on the list as well as racism, bad infrastructure from bad governance, and terrorism. It is quite overwhelming grasping the type of horror that people have to deal with when exposed to all of this. As they grieve, whether directly involved or not, it is almost impossible not to grieve with them.

The main question then is, how does grieving with someone look like?. How can we properly show our friends who have experienced tragedy that we are there with them and for them at that time? Somehow, the messages we send do not do justice. It seems distant and almost performative no matter the intentions. A quick google search on this gives pointers on how to be there for the bereaved. The conversation spans from helping them before during and after the funeral to sending flowers months after, finally, making them laugh if you can- even better if it is with good memories of their lost dear ones.

As much as all of that is good, one significant thing I came across is being able to sit with them in silence. I once saw a tweet where the lady talked about being able to sit with a woman who was morning the brutal rape and murder of her child. The woman did nothing but sit in silence and the lady upon hearing her ordeal joined her. I thought long and hard about that as it was the most moving thing ever. It brought to light the power of solidarity without performance.

In essence, an interesting approach to grieving with others is about understanding the person and being with them in whatever form they choose to dwell in at that time. That solidarity is mighty important for saying — I see you, your expression of pain is valid and I support it. Someone once said, “When you are in Darkness, Jesus is there with you”. As a Christain, that is one of the most important messages out there. That our Lord is with us everywhere. It is very comforting.

So also is the process of grieving with others — to show them that they are not alone in the most non-challenging and quiet way possible.

So, tell me, how have you helped others to grieve, what are your thoughts on this? I will like to hear from you all...
May Their Hearts Go On
By: Mary Anne Klopfer
Tags: Helping Others, Homelessness, Mayor

Excelsior District San Francisco

Outside of my house and on the city sidewalks, there are all kinds of different equipment that provide electrical or cable functions to the homes of San Francisco. Being back at a home now, instead of out on the streets, these items still have the same feel to me as they did out there. They are industrial and necessary and they provide a sense of human utility.

Right now there’s a lot of help for me. I used to be homeless. No drugs, just a bought out apartment, raised rent and a failed job. I was surprised to find that the city of San Francisco helps put roofs over the homeless’ head.

Now I think about all the people there are helping me- the mayor, the social workers and yes even the electrical box checkers.

I walk past the pieces of utility equipment on the street, go back home and inwardly acquaint myself with the political news I watch feeling like I matter to the mayor and that the matters they have are made for me in general.

It is such a reviving feeling that I am being counted! I think of who might be the people that make up the helping hands of San Francisco, whether I see a box being checked or watch the news. Whatever way we may come together, may their hearts go on to all their true purposes.
It feels good to be good!. Try this!
By: Not-So-Secret Diary
Tags: Contentment, Self Care, Helping Others, Self Love, Selfishness

Try this!

Tell someone they look nice, give a special note to someone randomly, share an old memory with someone, tell someone a joke, maybe just listen to someone and let them know you are there for them.

Photo by Sebastián León Prado on Unsplash

Try this and understand what you feel. I tried and it felt good… I sat and thought about it, why did it feel so good? When you do things which means something to the other being you feel a sense of contentment. When you bring a smile on someone’s face you will automatically smile. Try it!

There is a part in every human which search for a little appreciation, everyone wants to be loved and liked by others. At least I do, I like being liked by someone, but there is a very thin line between doing things just to please others and doing things for your own self. Sometimes I think what is the difference between selfless and selfish…

According to the dictionary being selfless is; giving to others without looking for personal gain. If you give time, money, or things to other people without expecting something in return, that’s selfless. And selfish is exactly opposite; doing things for your own gain.

According to me these antonyms are closely linked and people easily tend to mix them. I know it sounds confusing… but think about it; when you do a service or something for the other, don’t you look for that sense of appreciation, contentment and recognition, even start expecting things. Most of the people do… and only the people who doesn’t understand the true meaning of selflessness. But is that the only and correct way to do things for others, I don’t think so. There has to be something in between…

Self-Care : Recognize and respond to your own needs while considering the impact on others.

You can definitely find a balance with; self-care. You can still serve others, make them happy, do things for them, while thinking about yourself. In today’s world where everyone is thinking about themselves it becomes difficult to always be selfless. Therefore self-care is the best solution. When you get stuck, just try to be helpful to others, it’ll help you to find a way to solve your own problems. And if not finding the solution; it will definitely give you a feeling of living a purposeful life. It gives you a feeling of pride and independency, it helps to be grateful for the things and luxuries you have been granted with. So just extend your hand and there will be always something in return…. try it!
Need for friend
By: Ipinder Singh
Tags: Life, Helping Others, Inspiration, Friendship, Friends

The person or group of persons in your life with whom you are truly yourself

Photo by Rémi Walle on Unsplash

Friends are family you choose for yourself. I’ve head this quote like a million times but still each time I read it, I get drowned in a sea of nostalgia, thinking about my best buddy. If you’ve spent some time with me there are high chances that I would’ve mentioned some stupid/funny incident (at least to me) and there would’ve been mention of this person.

A friend is someone with whom you share a bond, an affection, exclusive of family relations. You feel at ease, that this person wouldn’t judge you and would hear you out. There isn’t an ounce of hesitation with this person. You feel like you have someone on whom you can bank your trust. This especially needed in today’s high-stress environment, a vent, a support system to your beliefs, someone who would be by your side even when the whole world doesn’t seem to understand you. A person who can give you honest and frank advice, devoid of the superficial sugar coating, a person talking straight sense into your head even after listening to your non-stop blabber of bullshit. Such persons are hard to find, and if you’re lucky enough keep them close. These true gems are sometimes the most prized collection one can get.

I’ve been blessed enough to have one such person in my life. We’ve been through highs and lows together, and even though we might not be on the same side of the planet anymore, the connection is something which doesn’t fade away. Whenever we chat, even though that might be for like a couple of messages (his fault, he is too lazy to reply), there is a wide grin on my face and my mood just gets uplifted for the day. The meetings, if we are lucky, are annual, but those are the days that are worth waiting for. Instantly you connect out what you’ve been missing in your life and that just uplifts the mood.

I heard that as you move closer to the top of the mountain the wind keeps getting stronger, but with such friends by my side, I don’t care how strong the wind blows because I’m warmed up by his words and his constant inspiration. There aren’t many people who are genuinely interested to see you grow, become something and be proud of you.

I’m lucky to have you as my friend —> The April’s own fool.

Day 12
Each Other’s Angels
By: Vincent Louis Carrella
Tags: Helping Others, Angels, Love, Faith

There are angels all around us. Did you know that? They’ve not transparent, winged, ethereal creatures but in-the-flesh humans who walk among us sprinkling their fairy dust in our hair. You may even be one of them.

Many parts of my life are as yet uncertain. I don’t know how I’m going to live. But I do know that there will be these angels, who open their hearts and their lives to me. Who see me. Who understand. I am loved. I will be loved. And so will you.

A long time ago Brent Bamberger introduced me to Vince Ferhino who introduced me to Jenevie Shoykhet. Each of those people came to me in a moment of need, seemingly out of nowhere. My life is woven from these threads. I can enumerate hundreds of such connections that have enriched me, made my time here on this earth better. Jenevie is a special kind of healer. She’s like a soul nurse with a huge heart. And I hope to soon honor her with an ODE.

We must be each other’s angels. That’s how we can solve everything that needs to be solved. And we must pass forward that which is given us. That’s just love. It’s very simple. Yet not. Because It’s easy to love nice people like Jenevie but it’s much more difficult to love the cantankerous egoist, the angry, obnoxious and the cruel. But we have to. Because their behavior is a cry for love. When we see boorish behavior we should see it for what it really is — a cry for help. You want to stop gun violence? That’s how it’s done. It’s not easy, but that’s where we must start
Hardik Mangukiya, this quote speaks to me the most.
By: Dr. Kevin Osborne Psy.D., D.Sc., D.D.
Tags: Kindness, Helping Others, Giving Back, Happiness, Entrepreneurship

Hardik Mangukiya, this quote speaks to me the most. “ Success must include two things: the development of an individual to his utmost potentiality and a contribution of some kind to one’s world.” — Eleanor Roosevelt. I have found in my life that the development of my character and having a heart that gives to others has helped me to become successful. I firmly believe when you give to others expecting nothing in return you get far more back than you have given out. Often, it’s not in money, but other ways that are also beneficial such as a smile that warms you or someone spending their time with you over a cup of coffee. These are presents that I find no price tag can be placed on. There is a richness to my wife Karen’s and my life in the way we are given to.

I agree with you that one can’t do everything for free. We need to make a living too. I think it’s a matter of balancing what we give out with making an income.

I like this quote from Dr. Albert Schweitzer. “The only ones among you who will be really happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve.” When we help others that has its own reward. Our lives become fuller, richer, more meaningful.

Thanks for sharing your well thought out ideas. You have given me much to ponder.

Kevin
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Tags: Exam, Huawei, Helping Others, Education, Certification

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We believe in Kindness, do you?
By: Osama Khalid, Ok
Tags: Courtesy, Helping Others, Kindness

Today we started spreading kindness, we decided to be kind to others but before explaining our “ Act of Kindness”, question arises “ What is kindness?”

There are millions of definitions regarding kindness but we have created our own i.e. “ Kindness is a feeling of calmness and happiness caged into your heart, that whenever you do something your heart speaks, “you did great”

Well the above definition of kindness created by our known might be difficult to understand so here are some “Act of kindness” we did.

Acts of Kindness

W ell! it is a common routine that people throw the plastic bottles anywhere they like. So we collected all the plastic bottles that were thrown in a sag, as it may be used for recycling.

Plastic Bottle Collection [ Group act of kindness]

Plastic bottles collection [ group act of kindness]

Have you ever took a broom and swipe off the trash? Well if not? we did. We were having a lunch at cafeteria and the whole place was just covered by trashes and other wastes. We took a broom from the sweeper and cleaned all the trash.

Sweeping off trash [ group act of kindness]

sweeping off trash [ group act of kindness]

Can you imagine you are asked to visit market and the temperature outside is 42 degrees, You might take a water bottle to avoid dehydration, but what about the animals? Can they take a water bottle with them ? If no, it is our responsibility to provide them with water. So we did the same.

Please be kind and fill water for birds

A pot filled with water for birds [ group act of kindness]

Have you ever worked as a Planter? Of course many would have but have you ever worked as a planter for others or for public greenbelt. Well if not you might not be aware of the word kindness.

Plantation to save environment [ group act of kindness]

To conclude, kindness is not limited only to human beings but it is the right of every specie in this planet named Earth.

So now do you believe in kindness?

Well, to be kind is not as easy as becoming engineer or a doctor. It demands a lot of courage, acting as a trash keeper you might think “ well I am an Engineer from MIT or whatever nonsense, what will people think of me”. This “What people think of me “ is the main hurdle in becoming kind so lets solve this problem:

“It doesn’t matters What people think of you? But What you think of yourself”

Well, writing a short story is also a kindness to facilitate readers
3 Best Dog Breeds for Kids
Tags: Family Dogs, Helping Others, Dogs, Advice and Opinion, Family

3 Best Dog Breeds for Kids

What are the best dog breeds?haven’t we all tried to find the answer to this question, well here I am to solve this mystery and to name the best dog breeds suitable for your lifestyle whether you live in the city, suburbs or a farm. Hamzakhakwani Oct 19, 2020·2 min read

1.Labrador Retriever;

Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular dogs in the world and is ranked no. 1 in popularity in the US for a reason, it is a multi-talented dog poking it’s snout in hunting, diving, fishing and cuddling.

Personality:it has a loving attitude and a well suited temperament for a family with kids of all sizes, labradors are also great with other dogs as well as strangers with friendly intent.

Energy:they are overflowing with energy and demand alot of playtime

Height:23in-25in(male), 22in-24in(female)

Weight:65-80 pounds(male),55-70 pounds(female)

Training:they are fairly easy to train as well

Grooming:needs to be groomed once a week and sheds hair seasonally.

2. Bulldog;

Now who doesn’t love the wrinkly dog with its drooling cheeks and goofy face, the bull dog is a popular family dog breed and has recently been ranked as the most popular family dog in the world bypassing the Labrador and Golden Retriever.

Personality:calm, courageous and friendly.

Energy:low on energy but loves cuddling, needs an occasional walk.

Height:14-15in

Weight:50 pounds(male), 40 pounds(female)

Training:bit difficult

Grooming:occasionally, sheds seasonally

3.Golden Retriever;

This breed is one of those that almost everyone of us has seen in a movie and doted on it, it is ranked as the 3rd most popular dog in the US. Everyone just wants to cuddle with the dog with due its loving attitude and a beautiful coat.
Your Donations Mean the World
By: Katie Givingcenter
Tags: Helping Others, Nonprofit, Donate, Charity

Most individuals believe that donating property to a charity is for the abundant. This simply is not true. I have actually worked individuals, charities, and also tiny firms for many years with contributions process. For many individuals and also firms is concerning the ability to free themselves from unwanted residential property. They easy desire out. They are tired of building tax obligations, insurance expense, and obligation exposure.

California is a state that has many diverse needs. Both individuals and charitable organizations are in great need throughout the Golden State, which means a California property donation may be ideal for willing donors in the state. A California property donation is a great way for businesses and private property holders to gift their unused or unwanted real estate property to a well-deserving charity so that it may either be repurposed or utilized to generate a stream of income that can then be used to support a needy and deserving organization or individual.

Do you have a house you are having trouble selling and are tired of paying taxes on it? Consider making a charitable house donation. Perhaps, you own undeveloped land, commercial property, rental property, industrial property, or even farmland you are considering donating to a cause you believe in.

You may be wondering how to donate a real estate to charity in a way that benefits our communities and to those who are truly in need. Real Estate With Causes has an established charitable mission that helps those who are in need. Real Estate With Causes will assist you in making a worthwhile charitable contribution and is a nonprofit charity that can fully utilize your donation to give back to those who are reaching out for a helping hand.

Simply fill out the online donor contact form to start the real estate donation process. Real Estate Estate with causes is a vehicle for multiple types of real estate donations.

Real Estate With Causes is a branch of the Giving Center, is an IRS certified 501(c)3 nonprofit charity. You are able to donate property to Real Estate With Causes and avoid capital gains exposure because you are gifting — not selling — your house.

Talk to your trusted CPA about all the ways a charitable real estate donation can get you a great tax benefit.

Real Estate With Causes will go the extra mile to make sure you have everything you need for an enjoyable donation process.
Marketing in Unchartered Waters.
By: Zelite Solutions
Tags: Helping Others, Digital Marketing, Customer Segmentation, Marketing Strategies, Take Care Of Yourself

The words say it all: marketing in uncharted waters is marketing your services/products in the time of crisis or put it as in the time of uncertainty.

In times of uncertainty, it is quite natural that costs are cut, and investments are postponed. Marketing budgets could be one of the first things to get slashed.

However, in the long run, as the famous saying goes, ‘when times are good, you should advertise. When times are bad, you must advertise’ for a simple reason, ‘we are here to stay’.

When the chips are down, and uncertainty clouds our vision, habits will change — customer priorities change which will indefinitely influence their buying behaviour.

Ross Simonds of Foundation Inc says, “Search habits change. Social habits change. Email habits change. Smart marketers will recognize this and be empathetic to the realities of journalists, customers, and their industries. They will adapt the way they write, promote, and conduct outreach”.

So, keeping that in mind here are a few pointers that can help you improvise your marketing techniques, adapt, and overcome.

Collect data from various touchpoints: Unlock the full potential of customer data from across touchpoints to derive actionable insights. Use the power of consumer insights to understand how customer behaviour and perceptions have changed and then devise a response plan accordingly.

Help people: Helping people will, in turn, help you to connect with your audiences/customers. A little empathy can go a long way. In times like these, care about adding value and just helping people out without being salesy or pushy.

We all have businesses to run but what good is a business if it cannot solve the most real problems of their customers?

Customer segmentation: Identify which set of buyers will pull back and understand which of your products are considered essential by your customers. As marketers, it is imperative to segment your buyers based on their willingness to spend in turbulent times. Among marketers, hyper-targeting or extreme targeting signifies an unchartered territory with a desire of conquering the furthest extent of digital marketing frontiers. For architecting a successful marketing strategy read our blog on Power of Hyper-targeting in the Digital Marketing Era

Last but not least

Take care of yourself: At the risk of sounding cheesy, we need you! We need you to take care and stay safe.

That said, businesses that spend strategically during downturns will have a competitive advantage during recovery.
The “Surprise” Element — Why You Should Surprise Often?
By: Ahmad Mas
Tags: Skills, Helping Others, Surprise, Business, Family

Making surprises is one of the best skills that when perfected, will help you excel not only in your career, but also in your social and private lives.

Surprise your customers with great service, underpromise then over-deliver, and customers will love you and will feel super satisfied, and they will recommend you to their peers.

In a middle of a project where deadlines are tight, imagine if you come to one of your subordinates and ask them to take a long weekend to relax, and recharge. Wouldn’t that be amazing?

A subordinate who does a mistake, and he is expecting to take the blame for it, but you stand as a leader and take the blame instead of them. How would they feel?

Buy a flower to your wife with no reason, just because it is Sunday, and she will be flying!

Take your kids on a spontaneous camping trip and they will be over the moon.

You find a person in the street carrying heavy bags, you rush to help him, although he is not that old, and he is not expecting you to help him. Wouldn’t that make his day?

A joke is a surprise. You tell a certain story where the audience is expecting things to go in a certain direction, but you say something unexpected and suddenly your audience bursts out laughing.

Mastering the art of Surprise will put you ahead on many fronts.

But for a surprise to be a surprise, you need to be unexpected (only sometimes). You need to always find ideas how you can deliver your messages in new ways and choose the best times to do that.

You need to capture the moment where your audience is lowering their expectations and then surprise them with your offering.

The problem with exceeding expectations is that, when done often, it becomes the new normal.

People adjust their expectation levels quickly, they get used to that, and the thing that once was “extra cherry on the cake” will be a “requirement” and people will get angry when they don’t find it.

Surprises should be rare enough so that the audience doesn’t get used to them, but at the same time frequent enough to deliver that extra value to your audience and wow them.

Surprises should also be declared as “surprises” and the audience should know that this is not the “normal” to avoid the effect of human hedonic adaptation and keep the allure of surprises when they are made.

The art of making surprises is a fine skill. One that is a must-have for ambitious people, entrepreneurs, and partners alike.
10 People Entrepreneurs Should Be Listening To In 2020
By: The Frontline
Tags: Helpful Tips, Helping Others, Readinglist, Guides And Tutorials, Entrepreneurship

Mr. Jonathan Openshaw: Mr. Openshaw trained at The Financial Times and currently works on a freelance basis. He writes a monthly column on the future of the workplace, writing stimulating articles on transparency, millennials, and purpose. Mr. Bruce Daisley: Mr. Daisly is the European Vice-President for Twitter and host of the UK’s number one business podcast Eat Sleep Work Repeat. He’s the author of Joy of Work and actively questions the long-hours promoted by the likes of Elon Musk. Mr. Alain De Botton: Swiss-born British philosopher and author, Mr. De Botton promotes a softer, kinder route to success. His educating talks on emotional intelligence gain around 200k views. Mr. David Waters: Mr. Waters is a member of The School of Life (founded by Mr. De Botton). A psychotherapist by trade, he writes on leadership, stress management and how to gain confidence. Ms. Zoe Jervier: Talent Partner at EQT Ventures, Ms. Jervier authors a medium blog that discusses the People opportunities and challenges faced by start-ups and scale-ups. Ms. Jennifer Brandel, Mara Zepeda, Astrid Scholz & Aniyia Williams: A cheat here bringing 4 people into one spot, but these four women co-founded Zebras Unite and publish content as a quartet. Looking beyond the aim to be a unicorn they believe there is a more ethical approach that start-ups need to be aspiring to. Ms. Elizabeth Uviebinené: Co-author of Slay In Your Lane, Ms. Uviebinené writing covers the future of work and culture. She has a column in the FT and touches on topics such as intrapreneurship and personal management. Mr. Scott Galloway: Author of “The Four” and “Algebra of Happiness”, Mr. Galloway has a cult following. He shares a weekly email with his take on tech and relationships in the digital economy. His most recent conversations discuss how the pendulum is swinging away from the big entrepreneurs to capital once again. Mr. Adam Grant: An organisational psychologist, Mr. Grant discusses finding motivation, meaning and living a more creative life. His long list of articles, for the likes of the New York Times, can be found here. Mr. Nir Eyal: Writing on what he calls ‘behavioral design’, you can expect to read and hear about user experience, behavioral economics, and neuroscience. He writes a medium blog and has a useful link, to the best of his writing, on his website.

A brief list that we hope will offer a fountain of goodness to dip into at the beginning of a new decade.
Helpers
By: Sarah Mohan
Tags: Social Media, Birds, Elderly, Helping Others, Compassion

Helpers

A fight broke out in a Facebook birding group the other day. Some people thought the cowbird egg should be removed so the the Carolina wren chicks would have a chance. Others pointed out that cowbirds are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and removing their eggs from a nest is illegal. Someone said that if you remove their eggs from the nest cowbirds have been known to retaliate against the wrens. Someone else commented that cowbirds are lazy and evil by human standards. (They don’t build their own nests or raised their own chicks.) One person wanted to know since when do we judge wildlife by human standards?

Today there was a frenzy on Nextdoor when someone posted about an elderly lady who has no food for her cat, could probably use some clothes, size medium, and may need food for herself as well. So far there are 75 comments offering suggestions (meals on wheels, food banks, someone should call her daughter, etc.), there are offers to drop off cases of cat food (does she need wet or dry?), how about cat litter, offers of used clothing, offers of people food, offers to call DoorDash. Someone warned that the elderly have been known to eat cat food if they run out of people food. Did you know that the Kingdom Fellowship Center is giving away whole chickens on June 19?

Here’s one of the 75 comments:

Forget Meghan & Harry, this is ‘Compassion in Action,’ thank you Nextdoor. Whatever she needs help with I am happy to shop for food items, help with cleaning, organize contacts and perhaps make sure information is large, readable and attached to the door of her refrigerator.

Here’s another of the 75 comments (the post included the street address of the lady who purportedly needs help):

I just delivered a box of Meals on Wheels meals to her and she brought the box back out to me after she had opened it. She said she could not eat any of those meals. I asked her why and she said she just couldn’t. So she may have food restrictions and may not be able to eat the food that people want to offer her.

The helpers then started wondering if there were dental considerations. Maybe the lady also needs a microwave?
Recognizing a lifeboat when you see one
Tags: Helping Others, Support System, Life Lessons, Support

Picture courtesy —Unsplash

In life too, we sometimes find ourselves, metaphorically, in choppy waters or in some sort of turbulence. In the midst of those trying times, help comes to us in different ways.

None of us wishes we will ever have to use a lifeboat.

Or a parachute.

But if a situation were to arise where we are drowning or need to eject ourselves out of a flight that is going to crash, we know what a lifeboat or a parachute looks like. Of course, we also need to know how to use them but if we didn’t even know what they looked like, we would find it tough to help ourselves when things go out of hand and we desperately require something to get us to safety.

In life too, we sometimes find ourselves, metaphorically, in choppy waters or in some sort of turbulence. In the midst of those trying times, help comes to us in different ways. The problem occurs when we have a fixed notion of what that help is supposed to look like and what it should do for us.

I was recently chatting with someone who wasn’t very happy in their workplace but was willing to move only if their ideal option materialized. I tried telling them that if they got out of that cubbyhole, it would give them a chance to explore what was there instead of waiting for things to materialize according to their liking. When one thinks on fixed lines, it’s easy to miss the opportunities and help that is actually coming one’s way.

Anything that moves you forward saves you from wallowing in self-pity and self-doubt is a lifeboat. Anyone who gets you out of a tough situation is a life saver.

The same applies when you extend a helping hand to someone and help them see the light.

Thomas Edison said “opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.”

The same can be said about help.

A lot of help goes abegging because we refuse to spot it for what it is.
Five Random Acts of Kindness
By: Maham Akhtar
Tags: Smile, Helping Others, Helping Hands, Kindness

Five Random Acts of Kindness

Do a load of laundry for my friend

I live in a hostel and my friend always takes her clothes home for washing. At the end of the month, she goes home and carries all her clothes in a big bag but on Monday I washed all the clothes for her. And when clothes dry, I pressed all her clothes and hanged them into the cupboard.

She became very happy and thankful to me because she has not to take a load of clothes with her this weekend.

Donate Your Clothes

I have a load of clothes which I never wear. And one day I decided to donate my clothes to mad of the hostel. I called Aunt to my room and gave me 3 suits for her and she became very happy. A big smile came to her face and She was just like weeping, saying me thank you and tears are running from her eyes. I felt that moment as the best moment. And that time I realized how Kindness matters in our lives.

Give Water to Someone in hot Day

I was going to my home and in the van, it’s very hot and actually, it’s not AC van and one Aunt is sitting beside me. She really needs water and when I felt all this situation, I have cold water to her. She drank and prayed for me. She is very thankful to me. I became happy because I helped Someone.

Say Thank You to Everyone

I went to a restaurant and the guard there opened the door for me and my friend. I say Thank You to him and after coming back, I again said thank you to him and He became very happy and an instant smile came to his face.

Throw away your trash and someone else’s

I have been working in my home and went out to throw trash. There is some other trash also in front of other people’s homes. I picked that all up and throw into the dustbin and after throwing all that trash, I was happy because the street is looking clean and The neighbors came to our home and really appreciate me and my mother feel proud for me that I do for human beings and for our society. So my whole experience was really very sorry and now I really know the power of Kindness.
Struggling Era of Rickshaw Pullers in 2021
By: Dhiriti Singh
Tags: Life, Rickshaw Puller, Helping Others, Struggle Of Life, Life Lessons

It’s worth wondering, the more modern and educated we become, the more moral values we lose, and the funniest part is, I fail to understand which part is to be pitied more, the education system or the humans who acquire this education. Without a doubt, the year 2020 has brought about drastic changes in our lives and rickshaw pullers are no exception to this. However, we managed to recover back to normal lives. But these rickshaw pullers have been set aback both by the Covid 19 pandemic and our hostile way of behavior. Although, earlier too we preferred less traveling by rickshaws but after Covid 19, this means of transport has almost become a negligible part of our lives. In fact, the introduction of e-rickshaws has made the matter worse as these tend to serve the people at much cheaper rates and with a better speed. It is totally appreciable that science is making a great deal of innovation in every sphere of life but it shouldn’t be at the cost of someone’s living.

Indeed, God helps those who help themselves. It will be too savage for us all to leave the rickshaw pullers on their conditions and let God do the miracle alone. As intelligent and intellectual creatures, we all can play a very important role in improving the lives of these people.
Testostérone
Tags: Helping Others, Health, Sexuality

Testostérone

Testolan est le premier complément alimentaire qui sert à réguler la gestion des hormones chez les hommes. Grâce aux ingrédients naturels combinés dans la formule unique, Testolan augmente les niveaux de testostérone, éliminant ainsi les effets négatifs de la carence en testostérone qui affecte les hommes quand ils vieillissent.

Grâce à Testolan vous avez plus d’énergie, il renforce, développe la masse musculaire, augmente la libido, améliore la performance de l’organisme, augmente la mobilité et quantité du sperme. Grâce à cela, vous pouvez réduire les effets néfastes du passage du temps et vous sentir plein d’énergie! Son fonctionnement polyvalent rend le produit très apprécié et beaucoup d’hommes l’utilisent.

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Testosterone: A “male hormone” — a sex hormone produced by the testes that encourages the development of male sexual characteristics, stimulates the activity of the male secondary sex characteristics, and prevents changes in them following castration. Chemically, testosterone is 17-beta-hydroxy-4-androstene-3-one.

Testosterone is the most potent of the naturally occurring androgens. The androgens cause the development of male sex characteristics, such as a deep voice and a beard; they also strengthen muscle tone and bone mass.

High levels of testosterone appear to promote good health in men, for example, lowering the risks of high blood pressure and heart attack. High testosterone levels also correlate with risky behavior, however, including increased aggressiveness and smoking, which may cancel out these health benefits.

Testosterone may be given to treat medical conditions, including female (but not male) breast cancer, hypogonadism (low gonadal function) in the male, cryptorchism (nondescent of the testis into the scrotum), and menorrhagia (irregular periods).

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Low testosterone doesn’t always interfere with sex, but it is possible. Some men with low testosterone may experience a drop in libido while others lose interest in sex completely. Low testosterone levels can make sex more difficult because it may be tougher to get or keep an erection. Low testosterone might not be the sole cause of low libido; stress, sleep deprivation, depression, and chronic medical illnesses can also alter a man’s sex drive.

Low Testosterone and Infertility

One of the many functions of testosterone is to help produce sperm. When testosterone levels are low, the “sperm count” can also be low. If the sperm count is very low, the man may not be able to father a child.

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