Social media can sometimes feel like an overwhelming mix of noise, but once in a while, it gives us something truly beautiful. Amid all the trending topics and viral challenges, real people share real experiences that can touch our hearts. Recently, a simple question on X (formerly Twitter) sparked an outpouring of kindness that was nothing short of moving.
It all began when @MarinatedTurks asked, “Has someone been so kind to you that you just sit weeping uncontrollably?” What started as a straightforward question quickly turned into a flood of heartfelt responses. People opened up about moments when kindness made them feel seen, supported, and even moved to tears.
One response that caught attention came from @MeetJMB, who shared an emotional story about a classmate, Chisom Ogbummuo, and the life-changing kindness she showed him.
Yes!
Her name is Chisom Ogbummuo, my class mate who spoke to her dad on my behalf to house me for close to 2 years until I found my feet after school.
When we were done with school (UNILAG), I didn’t have where to live in Lagos. And I swore never to go back home (Kaduna).
I was the Faculty president of my set so I had my office to live in for some days until it was pertinent for me to give keys to the new administration. And that day it actually dawned on me that I didn’t have where to go.
Yemi, another classmate asked that I followed him to his in-law’s 3 bedroom apartment as they (his sister and husband were in the US for holidays). I had just stayed 3 days when one early morning Yemi woke me up that I had to leave as his brother was coming back that day. I was confused with my phone.
So, I called Chisom who was my best friend at the time, and she said, bring your things to Ago Palace Way (my first time there). I went, saw the dad, explained my ordeal and he allowed me in, the rest they say is history.
My first night in their house, I CRIED and CROED!
If I write a book, Chisom and her family will take 15% of the chapters. I will never forget!”
It’s moments like these that remind us that kindness doesn’t always need to be loud or grand. Sometimes, it’s the simple, life-changing acts from those who genuinely care that make all the difference.
Check out the other incredible stories below to see how powerful a small act of kindness can be.
My wedding was scheduled for this year, my husband & I already started the year rough financially and left it to God, long story short everything at my wedding was sorted out, EVERYTHING. Imagine not knowing what your wedding cake looked like till the d-day.
— Doumoye 🌹 (@HildaKakain) December 10, 2024
Yes, when I was seriously down and couldn’t afford money to get my drugs it was @HOORLAR9 who came to my rescue countless times. May God bless you beyond human imagination sirAll you desire shall come trueYou will be immensely blessed. I can’t thank him enough. @HOORLAR9
— IBK❤️🌻🌞 (@ibukun_odelade) December 10, 2024
Oh Yes. Someone’s generosity made me cry .
Fast forward back some years. I was scrolling IG when a content caught my eyes. The poster posted a picture of ” CHRISTOPHER LEE” famous for acting Dracula and painted him Demonic.
I left a comment antagonizing him respecfully
— The_Bearded_Dr_Sina (@the_beardedsina) December 10, 2024
I stayed in someone house all through my service year, I was fed all through, bought few things by choice. I was so comfortable that I didn’t stress about being in a different environment. I’m grateful for that selfless act and I’m always praying for him. I was really amazed fr
— MIDEY 💫 ❤️|| Virtual Assistant (@Classymsmide) December 11, 2024
Yep… She saw my tweet “sleep hit different after crying” sometime last year or early this year.. she reached out, got me a whole package of food tray,was in awe of the thoughtfulness and kindness, she might probably see this tweet😆.. Thank you once again A.
— ~Damie.🧚🏾 (@dam_miegirl) December 11, 2024
Abdurrazaq asked how much my salary was for the kind of work i was doing(8hours daily). He was shocked, and asked me if there is anything i would like to do, i told him baking and he gave me a start up.
Almost 4years now, Alhamdulillah!
— Boulangère👩🍳 (@Aishatudanpullo) December 11, 2024
The day my cousin from the US sent e money that I didn’t expect. It was double my salary I was earning at the place I was sacked from. I was prostrating on the phone for him. I thanked him like 100 times.
— Effiong Asuquo (@skinnyfyoung) December 10, 2024
One time, I was sent home coz my school fees hadn’t been paid when I was in SS3. I sent a letter to my seat partner through another friend to let her know why I wasn’t in school for over a week. My mom was sick and we were on absolute zero. My friend took the letter and…
— Miracle (@sugar_mimy) December 10, 2024
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