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David Cass: The Kindness of a Roosevelt Island Bus Driver | Roosevelt Island Daily News

David Stone recounts a remarkable encounter with bus driver David Cass, who demonstrated exceptional kindness and care for a passenger in need. Despite the crowded bus, Cass assisted the elderly man off the bus, guided him through the crowd, and ensured he reached his destination safely. This inspirational act of compassion sets a powerful example for others.

Should acts of kindness go unrecognized? We hope not.

It’s Sunday morning, June 5th, around 9:30 a.m. Joyce Keating passes the turnstiles and enters the Roosevelt Island subway station, but when she reaches the escalators, something happens. “I went head over heels, seeing ceiling, steps, ceiling, steps, finally coming…

What the world can learn from the Buddhist concept loving-kindness

Brooke Schedneck, Rhodes College Republished with Permission: The Roosevelt Island Daily News As the world deals with the trauma caused by COVID-19, World Kindness Day, observed on Nov. 13 annually, is a good opportunity to reflect on the healing potential…

TWO TIMELESS TRUTHS FOR THESE TRYING TIMES

These maxims might help all of us get a grip, step back from hopelessness, and push ahead. By Jim Hightower | January 13, 2021 This article was originally posted in OtherWords.