Sincere Concern And Timely Help Is The Best Diwali Gift!
As Diwali approaches, people typically undertake rigorous cleaning, and in the course of this cleaning, they frequently come across new items that have been pointlessly stored in obscure corners of their homes, only to be returned to their original location due to a general disregard for such items.
Being a ponderer a thought occurred to me a few years ago to gather new items from homes who loved to support this thought and graciously gift them to the most deserving individuals in our community, such as cleaning staff and security personnel, who may lack the means to acquire new things during Diwali.
My team did not disappoint and wholeheartedly supported this cause. This year, we undertook the same initiative, many people participated and donated to numerous individuals who contribute to our daily comfort. The smiles on their faces were a testament not only to the gifts they received but also to the thought and concern we demonstrated. They felt loved and honored.
One more heartfelt act during these days, was to assist a domestic worker in obtaining a substantial amount without interest from someone who could afford it comfortably. She is a known worker in genuine need. She had been betrayed by her brother, resulting in her becoming homeless. Since I was personally unable to provide the necessary funds, I attempted to collect them through a donation campaign, which was partially successful. However, the amount collected was insufficient, so I sought someone who could comfortably provide her with the necessary funds to secure a small accommodation. Ultimately, God helped me to find a compassionate soul, I secured the required amount and handed it over to her, and she was overwhelmed with tears of joy.
While gift-giving is a common practice, showing sincere concern, honest appreciation and dignity to others is a rare and valuable act that can have a lasting impact.
As we celebrate Diwali, our nation's most remarkable festival, let us promise to cultivate humble and compassionate hearts, strengthening our ability to perceive, comprehend, and respond to profound emotions, and inspiring the world to trust in humanity and authentic humanitarians.
Shashi Dip ©✍
Ponderer/ Bilingual Writer
Mumbai
shashidip2001@gmail.com