The Golden Rule dating back to Hitopadesha in 950 BCE, shows up in every culture. It merely asks us to, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Embedded in this seemingly simple principle is fairness, justice, equality, generosity, patience, empathy, morality, and compassion. This weeks’ stories highlight some of the neighbors that exemplify the Golden Rule. –Guri
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| “One word which sums up the basis of all good conduct: loving-kindness. Do not do to others what you do not want done to yourself.” –Confucious |
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| Editor’s Note: The Golden Rule dating back to Hitopadesha in 950 BCE, shows up in every culture. It merely asks us to, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Embedded in this seemingly simple principle is fairness, justice, equality, generosity, patience, empathy, morality, and compassion. This weeks’ stories highlight some of the neighbors that exemplify the Golden Rule. –Guri |
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| Kindness In the News |
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| These two neighbors show us love can still exist on opposing sides of politics. “Tasha and I may not see eye to eye politically, but that doesn’t mean we can’t show love and respect for one another.” |
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| From Our Members |
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| Karyn Ross was chatting on the phone when she looked out the window and noticed that something wasn’t right. Her neighbor was kneeling in the grass unable to get back up. Here’s what followed. |
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| Inspiring Video of the Week |
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| Franklin County teen inspires acts of kindness |
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Ian Carpenter, a senior in high school was bothered by theft at his local farmstand. His thoughtful act of kindness ended up inspiring others to pay it forward. |
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