What is your immediate reaction when you see a person without a home? Don't read the next sentence without thinking................................................................................................................................
Ok, I hope you know. Some reactions might be: Walk away without making eye contact. Walk away smiling at that person. "I'm so sorry," then walk away. Or" here's a quarter," walk away. What's wrong with all of these answers?
WALK AWAY. It isn't like they are poisonous or will turn you into stone if you look them in the eye. They are PEOPLE without homes. People first, not having a home second. try to change your vocab a bit. They are human beings as well. Don't treat them like aliens or outcasts.
As a matter of fact, I have a few friends who don't have homes and they are some of the nicest people I've ever met. But, you would never be able to make a friend with someone who doesn't have a home if you walk away.
The right answer to this question is to say "Hi" Or "How are you doing today" So many treat these people like they don't even exist, and that's even worse than sleeping on the street. Imagine if no one talked to you for a year. What would that feel like? Horrible right?
Right! So, starting right now, on Valentine's Day commit to giving love to every and all people. What a better gift than the gift of respect, love, and caring. Just think about how much it will mean to those you talk to. A simple gesture and greeting we give to our friends, family, peers, and teachers everyday could change a life.
So, with hope in my heart of hearts I wish you a very happy Valentine's Day, and a new perspective in those who don't have a home; maybe enough to say hi and develop a friendship with those who would really appreciate your gesture.
Even though our society outcasts them, it doesn't mean you have to, spread the word and Give love!!!
Ok, I hope you know. Some reactions might be: Walk away without making eye contact. Walk away smiling at that person. "I'm so sorry," then walk away. Or" here's a quarter," walk away. What's wrong with all of these answers?
WALK AWAY. It isn't like they are poisonous or will turn you into stone if you look them in the eye. They are PEOPLE without homes. People first, not having a home second. try to change your vocab a bit. They are human beings as well. Don't treat them like aliens or outcasts.
As a matter of fact, I have a few friends who don't have homes and they are some of the nicest people I've ever met. But, you would never be able to make a friend with someone who doesn't have a home if you walk away.
The right answer to this question is to say "Hi" Or "How are you doing today" So many treat these people like they don't even exist, and that's even worse than sleeping on the street. Imagine if no one talked to you for a year. What would that feel like? Horrible right?
Right! So, starting right now, on Valentine's Day commit to giving love to every and all people. What a better gift than the gift of respect, love, and caring. Just think about how much it will mean to those you talk to. A simple gesture and greeting we give to our friends, family, peers, and teachers everyday could change a life.
So, with hope in my heart of hearts I wish you a very happy Valentine's Day, and a new perspective in those who don't have a home; maybe enough to say hi and develop a friendship with those who would really appreciate your gesture.
Even though our society outcasts them, it doesn't mean you have to, spread the word and Give love!!!
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