Little People Do Big Things and Big People Do Little Things

How small acts of kindness can go a long way

Little People Do Big Things and Big People Do Little Things

In a conversation with a client today about nobility, the phrase came up in discussion: “Little people do big things, and big people do little things”. 

We were debating the true meaning and source of nobility. Noble people don’t need to make big shows because they don’t have big egos to fulfill and don’t mind what others think about them.

In contrast, little people make big shows to get attention, feel better about themselves, and receive admiration from others.

And it also reminds me that we are always in the gym of life, trying to improve ourselves and make this planet a better place, but we don’t have to change the world on a large scale to do it. Maybe just one tiny element, and that would be enough.

My partner Donna and I went to her staff summer party last night, and it was abundantly clear that her colleagues and peers think so much about this remarkable woman. 

She is loved. She goes above and beyond what is expected of her and cares so much about her staff and patients. It was rather humbling to see this in every introduction. It shone through brightly.

Next week, I will try to be more like ‘Donna.’

I will learn heaps, and I will love loads, and I will certainly pass it on.