A Strange Habit of Caring

What job would you do for free?

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“What job would you do for free?”

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Anything that lets me make someone’s day a little easier.

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Not in a big, dramatic, “changing lives” way—

I don’t have that kind of energy daily 😄

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More like…

fixing something small,

explaining something quickly,

or just being there when someone is clearly struggling but pretending they’re fine.

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I don’t even plan it.

It just… happens.

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I’ll be minding my own work,

and suddenly I’m involved in someone else’s problem

like I was personally invited.

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Zero boundaries.

Full participation.

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And somehow,

I never regret it.

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Because the return is always the same—

a lighter face,

a softer voice,

that small “oh thank God” kind of smile.

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And I don’t know why,

but that moment always feels… enough.

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No achievement unlocked.

No big credit.

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Just a quiet feeling—

like something went right today.

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So yeah,

not a specific job…

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just this strange habit

of not ignoring people

when I easily could. 😄

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Two hands gently touching in warm candlelight, symbolizing silent care and human connection.
A quiet kind of care, felt more than spoken.

—Rajeshwari 🧿💕

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31 responses to “A Strange Habit of Caring”

  1. Aptivi Avatar
    Aptivi

    Wow, nice piece! Caring about other people and helping them in their most difficult days truly makes their days better, and is helpful. Reading your words are a great way to start my mornings ☺️

    Me too, I like helping people in their difficult days.

    Also, thank you so much for subscribing to my blog 💜

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Aww thank you so much for your kind words ☺️
      It really means a lot to me. Helping others truly brings a different kind of happiness, doesn’t it 💜
      And you’re most welcome! Glad to be connected with your blog ✨

      1. Aptivi Avatar
        Aptivi

        You’re most welcome ☺️

        Yeah, I agree with you 👍 Helping others indeed brings different kinds of happiness 💜

  2. Vijay Srivastava Avatar

    𝘽𝙚𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙚𝙡𝙩…
    𝙎𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙙𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙡𝙮 𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙙 𝙞𝙩 𝙩𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙨.
    𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙢𝙖𝙮 𝙗𝙚 𝙨𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙞𝙩’𝙨 𝙞𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙩.

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Yes Vijay ji, it’s a very nice feeling… when we do something good for others, it brings a different kind of happiness from within, something very pure and satisfying. 😇

  3. Girish Mani Avatar

    That’s a very good habit, the feeling that we did something good for others is special….😇

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Yes Girish ji, it’s a very nice feeling… it makes the heart happy. 😇

      1. Girish Mani Avatar

        yes it is….😊👍

  4. vermavkv Avatar

    This is such a quietly powerful piece—simple, honest, and deeply human. 😊

    I love how you’ve captured that gentle instinct to show up for others in small, unplanned ways. There’s no drama, no need for recognition—just a natural kindness that makes a real difference. The line about “a lighter face, a softer voice” says so much with so little.

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Thank you so much Verma ji😊 The way you noticed those little details means a lot… that quiet kindness is exactly what I wanted to share. Really grateful it connected with you so beautifully 🤍✨

      1. vermavkv Avatar

        Thank you so much for your kind words. 😊
        I’m truly glad it resonated the way it did. Sometimes it’s those quiet, subtle details that carry the deepest meaning—and you expressed them so beautifully.

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    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Thank you 😊

  6. Glowith – Glow Every Day, Grow Every Way Avatar

    Beautifully written… it feels so real and honest.
    That quiet way of showing up for people—without expecting anything back—is something the world truly needs more of. 🤍

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Thank you so much 😊 You’ve said it so beautifully… that quiet way of being there for others is what truly matters. Really glad it connected with you 🤍✨

  7. datta Avatar

    You are gifted to have this worthy- and not strange – habit. Carry on with love and you will have countless unknown but true friends and well wishers.

    🌝

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Thank you so much for your kind words 🤍
      I truly believe it’s the love we share that connects us… grateful for your warmth and support 🌸

  8. Chitrangada Sharan Avatar

    Nothing is more satisfying than to help and care for people, as and when, we can.
    And yes, it gives more satisfaction if we do it without any expectations.
    Thank you for sharing this with deep emotions in your well expressed words.

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Thank you so much Chitrangada 🤍 So glad it resonated with you… truly means a lot. 🌸

  9. Nusrat Khan Avatar

    Happy and satisfied is the soul of a person who helps and cares for other people in distress,never expecting anything in return.
    Beautiful thoughts, Rajeshwari.

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      So beautifully said Nusrat … 🤍✨ A heart that gives without expecting anything in return truly carries a different kind of peace. Thank you so much for your kind words… it really means a lot 🤍💫

  10. KK Avatar
    KK

    Giving brings far greater joy than receiving; you’ve truly demonstrated that. Wonderful job, and keep up the great work!👏💫💐

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      That truly means a lot, thank you so much KK🤍✨Giving comes naturally when the intention is real… I’m just glad it could be felt 🤍💫

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    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Thank you🤍✨

  12. A. Rinum Avatar

    I feel like you described me in this post. Sometimes I feel like I’ll go out of my way to make someone else’s day. It’s so tiring. But it give me comfort knowing that I made life easier for someone else.

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      I understand… it’s beautiful, but can be tiring too 🤍 Just don’t forget to be kind to yourself as well 😊

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    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Thank you🤍✨

  14. gc1963 Avatar

    Yes , you are right Rajeshwari. Helping others can be very satisfying and happiness inducing.

    1. nihshabdblog Avatar

      Couldn’t agree more… it’s happiness in its purest form 🤍✨

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