Keep doing good, no matter how small it seems. It can make a difference. It can brighten someone’s day, save a life, or bring someone a little bit of joy. And sometimes, it comes back to you in ways you never expect. It can even change how you feel about yourself. You may not see the impact right away, but trust me, it will come. And when it does, you’ll be glad you chose kindness.
Good morning. It’s 11:09 WITA as I write this. Today, I want to share a personal story about why doing good matters, even in the smallest ways.
As some of you may know, I moved to Bali more than a year ago. It’s a beautiful island with amazing culture, nature, and people. But I have to admit, I didn’t really socialize much with my neighbors. I knew they were kind, but I was busy with my own life and didn’t make much effort to connect.
One day, I came back from a trip to my hometown and brought small gifts for my neighbors. It was just a simple gesture. I didn’t expect anything in return.
A few days later, my stove suddenly broke. I panicked because I had no idea how to fix it. So I went to my neighbors and asked for help. Without hesitation, they helped me fix it and even installed a new gas cylinder.
Another moment that stayed with me was when a stray dog we had been feeding turned out to be pregnant. One day, we found her weak and dying, with her puppies stuck inside her. It was heartbreaking. We took her to the vet and paid for a cesarean and sterilization. It cost a lot, and at that time we were already struggling financially. The villa we rented required a yearly payment, and we didn’t have enough money. Thankfully, after negotiating, we were allowed to pay every six months.
Not long after helping the dog, something unexpected happened. We received a large order for our product. It was enough to cover the villa payment and still leave us with money for daily needs. We felt so relieved and grateful. Maybe it was a blessing, or maybe just coincidence. Either way, we were thankful.
Then came another challenge. We needed to find homes for the three puppies. We couldn’t keep them because we didn’t have enough space or resources. We wanted them to have good lives. We posted about them online and asked around. Thankfully, all three were adopted. I still miss them sometimes.
So yes, keep doing good, no matter how small it feels. It matters more than you think. You may not always see the result right away, but one day, it will come back to you in its own way. And when it does, you’ll understand why it was worth it.
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