Acts of Kindness
Guy “drops” $100 in front of man on street and follows him to see what he’ll do
He made up his mind on the fly.
Jessica Adler
09.12.23

It was a sunny day when a man, seemingly engrossed in a phone call, walked past a homeless individual sitting on the street.

As he passed by, a $100 bill slipped his pocket, seemingly unbeknownst to him.

The homeless man, noticing the money, faced a moral dilemma.

Would he keep it, or would he try to return it to its rightful owner?

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The man on the street, after some contemplation, decided to pick up the bill.

He then made his way to a nearby store.

The intrigue here is palpable: what would he do with this unexpected windfall?

Would he spend it all on himself, or perhaps use it in a way that might surprise us?

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As he exited the store, it was evident that he had made some purchases. But what were they?

From a distance, it was hard to decipher.

However, the man’s actions soon after provided a hint.

He approached another individual, handing over some items. It looked like basic necessities, perhaps hygiene products.

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The plot thickened when the man who had “lost” the money approached the homeless individual, introducing himself as Wayne.

They exchanged pleasantries, and Wayne subtly inquired about a man on a bike who had just interacted with the homeless man.

The response was heartwarming.

The man on the bicycle had given him hygiene products, a simple act of kindness in a sometimes indifferent world.

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Wayne located him and then broached the subject of the dropped money.

The homeless man, named Phil, admitted to finding and spending it.

He expressed remorse, explaining that he had tried to return it but Wayne had moved on too quickly.

Phil’s vulnerability was evident as he shared the challenges of street life and the constant struggle for survival.

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The tension escalated when Wayne jokingly threatened to call the police, only to reveal that he had actually been observing Phil the entire time.

He had seen Phil’s act of generosity in buying and distributing essentials to others in need.

Wayne’s initial jest was replaced by genuine admiration for Phil’s selfless actions.

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In a twist that tugged at the heartstrings, Wayne introduced himself as Dino and revealed that this was all a social experiment.

He had intentionally dropped the money to observe Phil’s actions.

Moved by Phil’s kindness, Dino gifted him an additional $1000.

As he did, he emphasized the importance of positivity and the impact one person can make in the lives of others.

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Phil’s humility shone through as he shared more about his life.

He spoke of distant family and the desire to present himself in a better light before reuniting with them.

Dino’s gesture was not just about money; it was a look into the inherent goodness in people, even when faced with adversity.

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Sometimes, what’s “right” can vary based on our life’s circumstances.

Phil’s actions, driven by empathy and a deep understanding of hardship, showcased that even in the face of personal need, the human spirit’s capacity for kindness remains undiminished.

See this heartwarming interaction unfold in the video below!

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