Need to know what’s going on in the world? It’s easy to know enough without immersing yourself in the news-media-advertising-complex.
As side benefit you stop noticing so much the bad side of people (like my post yesterday about people whose behavior belies their stated beliefs).
This morning during meditation the number of good people I come across every day came into focus. We moved during Covid shutdown to a new city in a different state. We don’t know many people—even now. It’s not easy.
Several women I know volunteer at food banks and/or serve meals to those who need a good hot meal.
I had met a woman who at first glance looks like one of those girls you knew in high school who is pretty, knows it, and is a bit stand-offish. I recently had a chance to talk with her as she is one of the owners of the coffee house where I work once a week or so (writing, not making cappuccinos). Several people came through the shop who knew her and were happy to see her. She turned out to be nice to everyone.
There are people who reach out to those around who are hurting. Many people help out just with random acts of kindness, even small tokens like opening a door for someone or carrying a load.
None of these people rate headlines in the news-media-advertising-complex. But they form the backbone of the community or church or organization.
Be one of those. It is as good for your health as for those being served. And when you meet these people, say Thank You.
Faith Venture 
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