There’s a saying that the kindest people aren’t born that way; they are made. Life has a way of shaping us and molding our hearts through the trials and tribulations we face. When you’ve walked through the valleys of hardship and pain, it becomes easier to empathize with others. You understand their suffering not as a distant observer but as someone who has once been there. You’ve felt it too—the sting of rejection, the weight of despair, the crushing sense of loneliness. It is from this place of shared experience that the desire to help others springs forth.
However, in Gresson Peiffer’s “Sharing My Light and Healing Energy: Journey to True Self”, sharing your light with the world isn’t about being perfect. It’s about embracing your flaws and understanding that these imperfections make you beautiful, relatable, and capable of uplifting others.
The Making of Kindness
To truly comprehend why the kindest people are made, not born, we must first acknowledge that life is not always fair. Everyone faces adversity at some point, whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a struggle with mental health, or a period of financial instability. These challenges can break us or make us stronger. For those who choose to rise above, kindness often becomes a way of life—a way to give back, to ensure that others don’t have to face the same hardships alone.
Kindness is a choice, a daily commitment to be better and to do better, not only for oneself but for others. It’s about taking your pain and turning it into something positive. When you’ve been through difficult times, you gain a unique perspective. You learn that everyone is fighting a battle you may know nothing about, and this understanding makes you more compassionate and more willing to lend a helping hand.
Flaws and All: The Beauty of Imperfection
Society often promotes the idea of perfection—the perfect body, the perfect career, the perfect life. But in truth, perfection is an illusion. No one is without flaws, and it’s these very imperfections that make us human. More importantly, they make us relatable. You’re not showcasing a polished, unblemished version of yourself when you share your light with others. Instead, you’re embracing your flaws and showing others that it’s okay to be imperfect.
Sharing your light is about being vulnerable. It’s about saying, “I’ve been there, and I know how it feels. But I’ve also found a way through and want to help you do the same.” Being open about your struggles gives others permission to do the same. You create a safe space where people feel seen, heard, and understood.
This doesn’t mean you have to have all the answers. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is simply be there for someone, to listen without judgment, and to offer your presence as a source of comfort. The goal isn’t to fix others or to make their problems disappear. It’s to walk alongside them, to share your light in such a way that it brightens their path, even if only for a moment.
Uplifting Others is a Ripple Effect
Recently, I had the privilege of experiencing this firsthand at a youth camp I attended. I met people from other churches and was truly blessed by the experience. There, I realized something profound about myself: I have a way of embracing others with warmth, even if not literally. The other youths in our group confessed that they don’t usually actively participate in group settings, but in our group, they felt so light and at ease that they just opened up.
One youth even shared that people were shocked when he recounted his camp experience at his church because he’s usually not emotional. He messaged me afterward, saying how friendly I was. This interaction reminded me that sharing our light doesn’t always mean making grand gestures. Sometimes, it’s as simple as being there for others, creating a space where they feel safe and valued.
When you choose to share your light, you create a ripple effect. Your kindness and willingness to uplift others don’t just impact the person you’re helping; they spread, inspiring others to do the same. This ripple effect can lead to more people being kind, compassionate, and willing to help one another.
But this isn’t about monumental acts of charity. It’s about the small, everyday actions that can make a difference—a smile, a kind word, a simple act of generosity. It’s about being mindful that everyone you meet is fighting their battles, and your light might be exactly what they need to get through the day.
Finding Peace Through Kindness
Ultimately, sharing your light with others is about creating peace for them and yourself. When you extend kindness, you’re not only helping others; you’re also healing your wounds. You’re taking the pain you’ve endured and transforming it into something beautiful that can make the world a little bit brighter.
Knowing you’ve made a positive impact on someone’s life brings a deep sense of fulfillment. It reminds us that even in a world that can often feel cold and uncaring, there’s still room for love, compassion, and understanding.
So, let us continue to share our light, flaws and all. Let us embrace our imperfections and use them as a source of strength, a reminder that we’re all in this together. Let us uplift one another, offering our kindness, empathy, and understanding to those who need it most. Because in the end, it’s not about being perfect—it’s about being human, and that’s where the true beauty lies.
By Fleur Diane Magno