Well it's the day after Christmas, and we survived the Great Mayan Armageddon, so what's next?
The theory I'm about to outline is not a new theory by any means. In fact, it's as old as modern society but it is not practiced enough. I call it Building Yourself an Ark.
What is an Ark? Well there are many meanings, but in this instance I'm talking about an Act of Random Kindness.
Most of the religions in the world speak of kindness and doing well for others, but it doesn't necessarily have to be a religious virtue. Why can't it be a human virtue? It doesn't take a whole lot of effort, and it doesn't need to involve money.
My advice for the human race is to make a New Years resolution. Let's all try to do one act or random kindness per day. It doesn't have to be a big act. Holding doors open for others, helping carrying groceries for an older person, etc. Then we can build up these acts. Volunteer at homeless or pet adoption shelters, volunteer at groups like Alcoholics Anonymous. Just a few ideas.
If we start out small and work our way to big things, we can accomplish great things. If they're anything I learned from the Christmas holiday, it's that we are all brothers and sisters and some just need more help than others. Some have it better, and maybe some of those who have it better than others should volunteer just a small chunk of they're time in helping those less fortunate.
Together with a little work, we can make this world a better, more peaceful place to live in.
