Seva is a Sanskrit word that refers to performing “selfless service,” work which is done without any expectation of reward for personal gain. It is a voluntary act of compassion and care for others’ well-being above oneself. In this weeks’ stories, we hear from people who are holding the heart of Seva, individually in their day-to-day lives or practicing it deeply within a community. –Guri
Spotlight On
Kindness
A Weekly Offering |
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“The sun never says to the earth, ‘you owe me.’ Look at what happens with a love like that. It lights up the whole sky.” –Hafiz |
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Editor’s Note: Seva is a Sanskrit word that refers to performing “selfless service,” work which is done without any expectation of reward for personal gain. It is a voluntary act of compassion and care for others’ well-being above oneself. In this weeks’ stories, we hear from people who are holding the heart of Seva, individually in their day-to-day lives or practicing it deeply within a community. –Guri |
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Kindness In the News |
The NY Times features a story about a centuries-old faith tradition of feeding anyone in need. Sikhs offer warm meals to anyone who needs it, and they’re serving thousands daily during the pandemic. |
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From Our Members |
Her email began with, “We met in a subway train in Queens, New York…” Their interaction years earlier had stayed with her, so she sought out this fatherly gentleman to thank him three years later. |
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Inspiring Video of the Week |
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Angel of Queens |
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Jorge Munoz is one of the most inspiring people you’ll ever meet. A school bus driver by day, and cooks food, and feeds hundreds of people by night. Here’s his incredible story. |
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In other news … |
If you’ve had a rough week and need a little pick me up, check out this inspiring short story, beautifully narrated by the Nobel Laureate Wangari Maathai: : I Will Be a Hummingbird. |
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