Motivation Monday
Life Vest Inside has had the very good fortune of finding writers willing to share their Kindness Stories/Articles with us. One of our special recurring writers is David Jablinowitz, Op-Ed Editor at Jerusalem Post, who is famous for his “bus stories.”
A Doctor’s Dedication
Dr. James had always wanted to be a doctor. As a child, he watched his grandfather, a country doctor, care for the sick and needy in their small town. He was inspired by his grandfather’s dedication to his work and the way he treated his patients with kindness and compassion.
Years later, after completing his medical training, Dr. James became a doctor himself. He opened a small clinic in a rundown neighborhood, where many of his patients were poor and underserved. Despite the challenging conditions, Dr. James was determined to provide the best care possible to each and every patient who walked through his doors.
Day in and day out, Dr. James worked tirelessly, seeing patients from early morning until late at night. He never turned anyone away, even if they couldn’t afford to pay. He treated everyone with kindness and respect, regardless of their background or circumstances.
A young girl named Ellie came to see Dr. James. She was frail and sickly, with a persistent cough and a high fever. Dr. James examined her carefully and diagnosed her with tuberculosis, a potentially life-threatening illness. He immediately began treatment, administering antibiotics and other medications to help her fight the infection.
Over the next few weeks, Dr. James saw Ellie regularly, monitoring her progress and adjusting her treatment as needed. He also took the time to get to know her, learning about her family, her dreams, and her hopes for the future. He listened to her concerns and offered words of encouragement, always treating her with kindness and compassion.
Thanks to Dr. James’s expertise and dedication, Ellie recovered fully from her illness. She went on to finish school, graduate from college, and pursue her dreams of becoming a teacher. Throughout her life, she never forgot the kind and caring doctor who had helped her when she was sick and vulnerable.
Dr. James continued to practice medicine for many years, always treating his patients with the same level of dedication and kindness that he had shown Ellie. He knew that being a doctor was more than just a job – it was a calling, a way to make a real difference in the lives of others. And he was grateful every day for the opportunity to serve his patients with love and compassion.
~ Unknown
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Kindness Quote
“Kindness can open doors where doors were thought not to exist.”
Erica Wilson
Act of Kindness
Give up your parking spot to someone else that’s looking, even if you got there first. Unexpected kindness is always cherished and remembered.
Positive Affirmation
I am in control of my thoughts and emotions.
