This morning I was running, as I often am, and I saw this man walking, which I often do. He typically doffs his cap and says, "Good morning, young lady," and I reply with a big smile and a "good morning" in return. But today he stopped and said, "I just want you to know, I've learned a lot from you about stoicism. Thank you. We don't have to talk more than this, but that's all you need to know. Peace."

I was surprised, replied with something dumb like "thank you," and then continued on my way, but I was touched. As I search for purpose for my time on Earth, and people keep saying that we underestimate the many small impacts we make on an everyday basis, to learn that I had somehow positively affected this man just through my regular routine without even knowing it was heartwarming.

I guess now I'd better go learn something about stoicism.

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