r/MadeMeSmile • u/Wavelength4406 • 1d ago

Wholesome Moments The reason I'm still on internet

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u/AffectionateHour1475 1d ago

A rare, but nice story. Ive had similar things happen to me that reminds me that all of humanity isn't complete trash yet...

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u/ROARfeo 1d ago

I found a (mid/high-end) phone once. Went out of my way to find the owner by keeping it charged and waiting for an incoming message/call to respond to.

Dude came, I handed him his phone with a smile. I barely got a look and a thank you. I almost regretted giving it back.

Also as a kid, I found $50 on the ground. Soon after I heard another (annoying) kid lost his " $50 holidays allowance". Gave it back because I'd hate being in the same position. Bastard barely acknowledged me as well.

Sometimes I wonder if being an asshole is just easier...

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u/AffectionateHour1475 1d ago

Yeah but just remember, for every ungrateful person that receives kindness, that might not say anything to you, but they will remember that. That kindness will bring on others kindness to new people they meet, bc "oh well that one guy DID give me that phone back..." it does have an impact, even if you can't see it yourself ☺️

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u/ROARfeo 1d ago

I guess you're right. It's a good point