It Is Not Hard…

Just like anything else in this world being a good person takes work. But it is far from impossible and could quite possibly be one of the easiest tasks someone could take on. Often, it simply involves tweaking how you already behave or live, by just a bit. Or many may be surprised that they are already exuding the habits of a good person, and they do not even realize it. Here are some tell-tale signs of a good person; where do you rank?

Honesty

This is a big one; quite frankly, the biggest. Being honest with yourself and others is crucial to becoming or maintaining the aspect of being a good person. A good person knows when they are being ‘good’ or honest in a relationship. If the other party is not doing the same a good person will know when to cut it off so as not to tarnish their mental stability. Others may want to push or attempt to repair a relationship, that is not worth it. It may seem like it is all viable, but not all relationships are. It is okay to cut ties when the other side is making you feel any sort of negative way.

Compliment Vs Criticism

Complimenting others is a staple when it comes to being a good person. A good person can and often does feel a wave of peace when complimenting someone on a job well done. This is because they realize that people need compliments and praise when it is warranted. It helps them continue to be a good person. On the flip side of that a good person will know and recognize when constructive criticism is warranted as well. Criticism, when delivered appropriately, can be a move in the right direction for someone needing that nudge.

Polite & Kind

Being polite or kind to another person is not done in a way to make others feel small or less than. But rather to show others that a person has a sense of respect for people. It is a form of minding one’s manners and unfortunately, not everyone can or wants to, do it. No one should ever have to wonder where they stand with someone being honest. This is simply because a good person can and will show politeness to everyone, regardless of how they personally feel about them. Regardless of anything at all a good person will be certain to focus on a person’s positive aspects despite their personal opinions of them.

Generous & Giving

These are often tricky points of a good person. Being a good person does not mean you need to give everything away that you own; however, keeping something when there are people less fortunate needing exactly what you have defeats the purpose of being a good person. A good person is quick to understand that material items can be replaced and if someone else can benefit from it; then allow it to be given away. If an item can benefit someone lese more than the original owner; give it away. Allow whatever it is to move on and work in the betterment of someone else’s life.

Being a good person does not really take a hug effort. However, it does take effort. If you put forth effort and really consider someone else and their feelings over yourself, you can and will continue to be a good person yourself. The big kicker here is that children look up to others constantly. A little one should be emulating an adult as a good person rather than the alternative.

Good people beget good people.