As the density increases downtown with more people driving, the act of sharing and caring are at a deficit. Frustrated drivers are quick to honk their horns, angry TTC passengers rush the door without letting others out first and defensive cyclists ready to scream expletives at everyone including pedestrians. Unfortunately we've fallen ill to this horrible epidemic.
What we need is to be reminded of the childhood lessons to share and care for other people. Similarly, children who scream and cry in the sand box and hog all their toys get a timeout as this behaviour is not acceptable in society.
Putting signs on the road is a start. We seem to obey Stop signs, warnings signs that our speed is above limit and highway signs that read "Please Share the Road." Imagine leaving your house ten minutes early to anticipate an accident, construction or that you'll be letting other drivers go ahead of you.
It is natural reaction to feel happy when you are kind to others because you are being kind to yourself. Let us make kindness not a random act but our intention everyday.
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