Featured Story For the last 28 years, DailyGood has been delivering hand-selected stories that spark creativity and kindness. Join our community of 140,786 subscribers and get inspired! Everyday Heroes Nov 10, 2025 "Compassion and tolerance are not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength." —Dalai Lama Priceless Compassion Over Jade Loss In an expensive accident in Suzhou, China, a young store clerk accidentally dropped a box of jade bracelets while hastily moving a table.
The act shattered thirty of the store's fifty jade bangles, all of which were uninsured and resulted in the store owner losing over $140,000. Yet, instead of firing the clerk or even seeking compensation, the store owner, Cheng, chose compassion and forgiveness. "It was my request, along with a customer’s, to relocate the table. The clerk acted carelessly, as inexperienced and a bit rash young people sometimes do," Cheng remarked, noting that young people deserve more opportunities and the experience would serve as a valuable learning experience for all.
This act of empathy offers a refreshing narrative of prioritizing human growth over material loss. READ FULL STORY Share: BE THE CHANGE Practice forgiveness and understanding when someone makes a mistake. MORE FEATURED STORIES Sep 29, 2025 Unlocking Connection: Asking Right Questions Sep 26, 2025 Dear Mrs. Doyle Aug 25, 2025 How One Photographer Captures the Glory of Birds in Flight Sep 12, 2025 8 Active Ingredients of Tai Chi Aug 10, 2025 Portland's Whimsical Sidewalk Joy Sep 20, 2025 The Summer Grandma Worked a Miracle
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