6) Do the right thing, even when it’s tough
What you’ll need for this is: A couple of integrity dips
Although I mention a few drips, the more integrity the better!
Integrity is a quality that society is gradually losing. We all joyfully declare, “Faith in mankind = restored!” when we see a person standing up for justice or battling for what is right because of this.
But if everyone lived a little bit more honorably, we wouldn’t need to have 5-minute online videos to renew our trust in people!
How can you then raise your integrity levels?
- Defend what is right, even if it is not the preferred course of action.
- Be just and fair to everyone you encounter.
- Be true and truthful in all you do.
- Be reliable and obedient to your obligations.
Understand what I mean?
Being a decent person requires effort. You’ll have to overcome obstacles, and not everyone will like you. But being “pleasant” and popular and being “good” are quite different things.
Right now, the world needs “good.”
7) Help people who are in need
What you’ll need for this is: A generous serving size
You must be generous with your time, energy, and resources in order to help others around you.
- Time
- Patience
- Resources
- Wisdom
- Kindness
Helping others is one of the most essential facets of being a decent person.
The world would be a terribly horrible place to live in if we didn’t do this, if we led wholly selfish lives and never took anybody else into account.
In order to be a decent person, you should practice being generous anytime you encounter someone who might use your time or guidance.
A little bit usually goes a long way!
8) Listen intently.
What you’ll need for this is: a little perseverance
When assisting others, I noted before that patience is a virtue.
The fact is, you need strong listening skills if you want to really impact other people’s lives and behave morally.
And patience is needed for this.
Here are some tips on how to listen well:
- Put your phone on quiet, and turn off the TV so you can give them your whole attention.
- Make eye contact or nod your head to show them that you’re paying attention through your body language.
- Do not interrupt them
- To better grasp what they are saying and to demonstrate your attention, ask questions.
- Embrace their feelings by demonstrating empathy
The greatest method to help someone feel seen, heard, and understood is to do the aforementioned.
A decent person does this because they are aware of the powerful impact listening to and validating the other person’s emotions can have on their wellbeing.
9) Consider others.
What you’ll need for this is: Several scoops of thought
Knowing that your buddy is having mental health issues prompts you to visit him and keep him company out of consideration.
Considering that your neighbor is suffering after their recent operation, you offer to bring up their children from school.
You’re not just being a nice person when you help people out without even being asked; you’re being a GREAT person.
Because having empathy, patience, compassion, and integrity are all necessary for being attentive of others, they go hand in hand.
Yes, it could sometimes be inconvenient for you, but think about how much of a difference you make in other people’s lives!
10) Try your best to make others’ days better.
What you’ll need for this is: A few pilsners of optimism
Finally, be optimistic.
Looking on the bright side of things is the essence of positivity. It’s not about forcing it down people’s throats and ignoring their bad sentiments (that’s toxic positivity, which we want to avoid!).
You don’t need to worry about becoming a decent person if you can simply do one kind thing each day for someone else to make their day better.
Because these little acts of compassion are what make up life in the end.
People tend to remember little things more than large ones, like when someone was kind of them at a difficult moment.
So there you have it—the 10 components that make up a good person. A person who adds worth and warmth to the world is the result of combining them all!
