Doing good has become second nature to me. All I care about right now is how much good I am able to do. How much I am contributing to my community and the world at large. Doing good is an end in itself. It gives you fulfillment and joy. It makes you more suitable for society, and all that.
What is good?
Linguistically the word 'good' has multiple meanings:
- Positive or desirable : Not bad or poor
- Very satisfactory: Enjoyable, pleasant, or interesting
- Of a high quality: Standard, level, or admirable
- Suitable or efficient: For a purpose
What does it mean to be good or to do good?
The concept of being good or doing good is deeply rooted in ethics and morality, and it can vary depending on cultural, philosophical, and religious beliefs. Here are some common aspects:
Being Good
1. Moral Character: Possessing virtues such as honesty, integrity, compassion, courage, righteousness etc.
2. Empathy: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others, and being willing to help others in need.
3. Self-improvement: Constantly striving to be a better version of yourself, learning from mistakes and growing in wisdom and understanding.
4. Respect: Treating all individuals with dignity and consideration, regardless of their background, beliefs, or social status.
5. Responsibility: Taking ownership of one's actions and their consequences, and fulfilling obligations to oneself, others and society.
Doing Good
1. Altruism: Engaging in selfless acts that benefit others, such as volunteering, donating to charity, or helping a neighbor in need.
2. Making a positive impact: Working towards improving society, the environment, or the lives of others through one's actions, career, or activism.
3. Ethical decision-making; Making choices that align with one's moral values and contribute to the greater good.
What does being good have to do with life?
Being good has a very positive impact on life in general and in particular. Here are some aspects of it:
Mathematics
According to Game Theory, the best strategy or the top strategy among the four strategies to be successful in life or be on the winning side is to be Nice. This one fact I was trying to follow, but I recently learned that this thing also exists in nature. So according to the theory it is in one's best interest to be nice, and if there is only one person in the whole world who is good or nice, he can turn the whole world like him.
Quran
The word 'Good' is mentioned numerous times in the Holy Quran. So that emphasizes its importance in one's life.
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Attribution
1. AI
2. Veritasium