What is Good?

One of my goals is to be a good person, so I spend a lot of my time thinking about what that means.

Good is a simple word, yet is has several different meanings: of a favorable character; bountiful; attractive; pleasant; kind . . . and that’s just a start. But do any of these meanings fit my view of what is a good person?

Being a good person means being the kind of friend I would want to have: loyal, caring, unselfish, giving. The person who is always there. The one who never judges, even when you do something incredibly stupid. Someone who follows the “golden rule.”

A good person accepts you for you, both the good and the bad. A good person is honest, but with tact. The intent is to be a clear communicator, not to hurt someone else.

A good person sees the beauty in the world and practices random acts of kindness. A good person forgives others and asks for forgiveness of themselves. A good person loves unconditionally, yet asks for nothing in return.

Some days I hit the mark. Others I fail miserably. I might come close on others. But I won’t stop trying.