Fit Tip: Help an old lady cross the street

Yes, we've all heard the saying. Help an old lady cross the street. But does that opportunity actually ever happen? Yesterday, I was on a walk, and I ran into an older woman, maybe in her 70s, who looked like she was having trouble walking. She would take a few steps, then stop and lean on the fence. Most people would just walk by, thinking nothing of it, but I knew I needed to do more. I first offered her a smile and said hello. When she smiled back and said hello, I could see in her eyes she was all right, but was having trouble. So, I asked her if she needed help to her car, which was parked across the street. She said no, but that she was feeling like she "ran out of gas." So, I could have continued on my walk, but I would have felt horrible if I walked away, and she couldn't make it across the street. So, I walked with her to her car, to make sure she made it safely... and asked if she was all right to drive... Moral of the story, this not only made her day probably, but it made mine too. Sometimes, it's not about always getting help, but giving help that makes us feel good. It was a small act of kindness, but the positive feelings it left me with, was enough to remind me that you get more out of giving, than receiving. So, when the opportunity in your life arises, help an old lady cross the street.