Being mindful and considerate of people around us
is very vital and the key to a happy coexistence in our communities.
Many a times, people do not care about others due
to the selfish nature of mankind. People are so engulfed in their own little
bubbles that they forget that others exist.
The act of selfishness is displayed in every aspect
of life. As a regular commuter passenger to and from work, I see examples of
this almost every day. Some people get left behind in the bus and train
stations, not because of being late but because there seems to be no room in
the buses or trains when they arrive at the stations.
People always cluster the entrance to these
transportation means even when there are still seats and space inside. It's
understandable that some people prefer to stand because they sit almost all day
at work. Fair enough, but just step aside for others to pass by!
The nonchalant passenger is the one who enters the
bus or train and stands close to the entrance without caring to move inside or
step aside for those coming in behind.
For those coming in afterwards, it takes someone
who is considerate to ask the person blocking the entrance to make way. But
this does not normally happen.
The next person coming in will likely stand behind thinking
that there's no space inside and the queue starts from there.
In trains, it is difficult for the driver to
monitor and control people coming in. In buses, on the other hand, the driver
who is considerate can monitor and ensure that people occupy seats and move
inside as they come in. In some cases, an assistant might be available,
depending on the continent/country/region.
I had a negative experience some time in the past
when I was going to work. One cold winter morning, I was running for the bus
only for the driver to drive off as I was arriving. The entrance was filled to
the brim with people. But as the bus pulled out, I noticed that the whole centre
and back areas were empty.
It was a
very painful experience - I didn't know if I should blame the passengers for
blocking the entrance or the driver for not checking and ensuring that all
spaces were occupied before pulling out knowing that it was rush hour in the
morning and the weather was very cold, or both.
If we all care about other people and are mindful
of others in everything we do, we'll be able to avoid indirectly causing unnecessary
pain to others.
How can we ensure adequate consideration at all
times?
Do you have any experience (positive or negative)
you'll like to share?
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