“The true measure of a man is how he treats someone who can do him absolutely no good.”
— Samuel Johnson
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How we act towards people who can't help us or give us anything in return really shows our true character. For example, if you see someone drop their groceries and you help them pick everything up, even though you don't know them and gain nothing from it, it shows you are kind and caring. This behavior is more telling than helping someone who can help you back because it shows you are genuinely nice without expecting a reward. Being kind to everyone, no matter what, makes you a better person. In your life, you can practice this by doing small acts of kindness for strangers, like holding the door open or offering your seat to someone on the bus. It's these selfless gestures that reflect who you truly are.
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Altruism Character Compassion Empathy Humanity Integrity Kindness Moral values Respect SelflessnessFEATURED QUOTES
