The little things that you do for someone can really make a difference; not only on a first impression, but also may brighten someone's day. I am one of those people who notice everything: when someone opens the door for me, when someone says "bless you", when someone says "thank you", bows, or even shakes my hand firmly.
A strange experience happened to me a while ago. It occurred while I was on my way walking to my next class on a chilly fall morning. In front of me was one of the school's--well, scarier upper class man. He was notorious for calling someone out for their sexuality, bullying freshmen, and getting in trouble with the principal and police for drugs. As he laid his hand the door, he saw me in the reflection of the window. Then he opened the door, stepped out of the frame, and politely held the door for me while motioning for me to enter. I smiled, nodded, and said thank you.
Is it rude to say that I was, honestly, shocked?
The little things.
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