She was a very nice lady, always doing things for everyone. However, whenever she spoke, she was little harsh. So everyone stayed away from her and said they do not like to talk to her including her servants. So she had to do something about it. So she started discussing what could be done. And we just discussed about one thing that she was kind in her heart and she had to be kind in her words too. So her first encounter was with her servant who was late for work. She decided that she had to be kind. So instead of saying she was always late and not sincere, she said that why are you late. IS everything ok at home? The servant replied that her child was sick and she would finish all the work in a jiffy! She did and she did more work than other days that day. She also said that if you would speak with such kindness, I would always be doing things for you! So the lady in discussion was also happy about everything. Not to mention gained a different level of peace.
In another scenario, another lady, who also was stuck in similar situation, was very strict and always believed about paid amount and how much time and work is committed. So whenever there was even one minute delay, she would blast her servants. Then she would feel unsettled whole day. Then the servant would leave and she would be hunting for a new one. She was always restless in her mind.
In another scenario, I was sitting with a gentleman, who was always happy! I asked him, how are you so happy always. He said that he had learned that if he really wanted to be happy, he had to be kind in words, feelings and actions. Only actions do not help, he had to be kind in his heart, because then it gave him real peace. Fair enough! He shared that whenever someone needs help, if he can he offers help, or else he offers a loving talk. that is applicable even for the beggars he meet on the road. So they return his kindness with smile and blessings. He shared that people do everything to be happy but it is very easy to be happy. All you have to do is practice kindness. Money does give happiness. Or I should say, absence of money creates unhappiness. But with that if we can have a kind heart and kind tongue, everything falls into place. So be kind and be happy!
