Other people have pain. That is a fact and it should not come as a surprise to us. And, when we take time to notice their pain, an affinity is built between us.
Take the person at the store that works the return counter. We have all been in line and witnessed them taking abuse from an unhappy customer. Maybe, but I hope not, surely not, we have been the unhappy, abusive customer.
I have made it a habit of thanking the people that work the return line. Sometimes they shrug off my appreciation, but more often than not, they look at me... right in the eye... and they say thank you.
When we take time to notice and affirm the pain of others, it builds a bond between us.
Take time to say thank you for those who work in thankless professions. You will be glad that you did.
It's a beautiful day in God's world, be sure to see the good.
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