As a child, I was always taught that doing good deeds and being a good person should be at the forefront of my life. It wasn't until I grew up that I truly appreciated the importance of this lesson.
One day, while on my way to work, I saw an elderly woman struggling to cross the street. As cars whizzed past her, she looked petrified and unsure of what to do. Without hesitation, I quickly rushed over to her and offered my hand, guiding her across the road to safety. She thanked me profusely, tears streaming down her face, and I felt a sense of warmth in my heart knowing that I had done something good for someone else.
Another time, I volunteered at a local food bank and spent hours sorting and packing food items for those in need. The grateful expressions on the faces of those who received the food made me realize that even a small act of kindness could make a huge impact on someone's life.
Being kind and helpful doesn't require grand gestures or huge sacrifices. Often, it's the little things that count—the friendly smile, a listening ear, or a simple act of helping someone in need. These actions can go a long way towards making the world a better place.
In conclusion, I have learned that being a "good person" isn't just about following rules or behaving ethically. It is about showing kindness and empathy towards others, and expecting nothing in return. The joy that comes from performing good deeds is reward enough.
重点词汇(Key vocabulary):
- good deed: 好事、善举
- forefront: 前线、最前沿
- elderly: 老年人、年迈的
- struggle: 挣扎、奋斗
- hesitate: 犹豫
- rush over: 匆忙赶到
- guide: 引导、指引
- safety: 安全
- gratitude: 感激、感谢之情
- volunteer: 志愿者、自愿参与的
- food bank: 食品银行(为贫困者提供食物)
- sort: 分类、整理
- grateful: 感激的、感激之情的
- small act of kindness: 微小的善举
- listening ear: 倾听耳朵(能倾听他人心声的人)
- empathy: 同情、共感
- world a better place: 使世界变得更美好