Last week, someone called me on the telephone and said some very unkind things to me. I was absolutely devastated. Moreover, I was confused why anyone would call me just to tell me harsh words.
The conversation crushed me. For the next five days, I was very upset. I tried to push the negativity out, but the less than ideal words haunted my mind. I prayed. I read Scripture. But nothing could heal such a broken heart.
Yesterday, the pharmacist at my infusion company called me. She notified me she was leaving the pharmacy. I was stunned. The pharmacist has been an absolute sweetheart. She has solved so many issues for me. She has been an advocate on my side. I could not believe she was leaving.
After the phone call, I decided I needed to thank the pharmacist. I wanted to write her a note, but I knew she may not receive the card before her departure from the company. Instead, I wrote her an email. I expressed my gratitude for her kindness and told her what a joy it was to work with her.
To my shock, she responded with a heartfelt thank you. She gave me her personal cell phone number and told me to keep in touch.
I was blown away by this act of kindness. And suddenly, the hurtful words said last week melted away.
If you want to drown out negativity, be kind and the world will show you kindness.
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