Deepavali, a significant Hindu festival, marks the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Celebrated with much enthusiasm and grandeur, it is a time for joy, family gatherings, and acts of kindness.
The people of Singapore have embraced the true essence of Deepavali by extending their celebrations beyond their homes. Acts of kindness and generosity are becoming synonymous with this festival, as seen in the heartening story of Sunny Lim and her mother.
Acts of Kindness on Deepavali
TikTok user Sunny Lim shared a touching video on social media. The video captured a spontaneous act of kindness by her mother on Deepavali.
As Sunny and her mother were making their way home after lunch, they encountered a worker diligently cleaning their HDB estate. Instead of just passing by, Sunny’s mother decided to express her gratitude in a simple yet profound way.
She told her daughter to go home first as she went to “run some errands”, but Sunny decided to tail her mother discreetly and filmed her secretly from behind.
Her mother then approached a HDB estate cleaner and handed him an angbao (red packet) as a token of appreciation. The worker’s genuine smile reflected the impact of this unexpected gesture.
The worker, engrossed in cleaning the playground area, expressed his gratitude with a simple “Thank you sister.” Sunny’s mother’s act of kindness had touched not only his workday but also his heart.
As the woman turned around, she was surprised to see her daughter following her and filming her in the act.
The Regular Acts of Kindness
Sunny revealed in the video’s caption that her mother frequently buys food and drinks for workers to thank them for their hard work. This reveals a consistent pattern of generosity beyond this specific Deepavali encounter.
While the gifts may seem small, the impact on the recipients is significant. Sunny’s mother serves as a reminder that even seemingly minor acts of kindness can brighten someone’s day.
@sunnylimsl This is my mum and she regularly buys food/drinks to thank them for their hard work. Her small effort makes their day a little better and that makes her happy. I am reminded by my mum to be kind to others and a small gesture can make someone’s day! #bekind ♬ THE SHADE – Rex Orange County