Once upon a time, there was a man walking along a beach. In the distance, he saw a figure moving. As he got closer, he realized it was a young boy throwing something into the ocean.
What was the boy doing?
The man approached the boy and asked him what he was doing. The boy replied, “I’m throwing starfish back into the ocean. The tide is going out and if I don’t throw them back, they’ll die.”
The man looked at the vast expanse of beach and replied, “Surely you can’t save them all. What difference does it make?”
What did the boy say?
The boy picked up another starfish and threw it into the ocean, then turned to the man and said, “It made a difference to that one.”
This story teaches us to make a difference wherever we can, no matter how small it may seem.
In our everyday lives, we have opportunities to make a difference to others. We may not always be able to change the entire world, but we can make a positive impact on the people we encounter.
What can we do to make a positive impact?
We can volunteer our time at a local shelter or food bank. We can help a neighbor with their groceries or yard work. We can simply smile and say “hello” to a stranger who looks like they could use a bit of cheering up.
Small acts of kindness can have long-lasting effects on people’s lives. They can remind individuals that they are not alone in this world and that there are people who care about them.
Why is it important to make a difference?
We live in a world that can be difficult, stressful, and overwhelming. When we reach out and help others, we are doing our part to make the world a better place. It can also help us feel happier and more fulfilled in our own lives.
Each of us has the power to make a difference. We don’t have to wait for someone else to start the change. We can start with ourselves and let our actions inspire others.
So, let’s each pick up a starfish and make a difference in the world, one small act of kindness at a time.
