The Narratives – Mohamed Miah

When life slows down, and I find myself reflecting on the moments that truly matter, one thought often lingers, What will people remember about me? We all leave behind impressions, big or small, on those we cross paths with. But if I could choose one thing—just one thing—that I hope people say about me, it would be this:

“He was kind.”

Kindness, to me, is the quiet cornerstone of a meaningful life. It’s not flashy or showy; it doesn’t scream for recognition. Instead, it’s felt in the smallest gestures—the way you speak to someone who’s struggling, the patience you offer in moments of frustration, the effort you put into making someone else’s day just a little easier.

Kindness isn’t about grand gestures or public applause. It’s in those everyday choices that might seem insignificant but ripple out in ways we’ll never fully see. Did I treat the people in my life with respect, love, and generosity? Did I make them feel valued, even in the smallest of ways? These are the questions that stay with me.

For me, kindness is tied to my faith, my family, and my sense of purpose. It’s about leaving a legacy that isn’t measured by wealth or achievements but by how I made people feel. It’s about my children remembering me not just as their father but as someone who showed them what it means to care deeply. It’s about my wife knowing that through all the ups and downs, I always tried to be her source of strength. It’s about the friends and colleagues who, hopefully, saw a little light in me when they needed it most.

I know I’m not perfect—far from it. There have been times I’ve let anger or frustration overshadow kindness. But I hope, in the bigger picture, those moments don’t define me. Instead, I hope my kindness is what people remember most. That’s the one thing I’d like to leave behind—a reminder that in a world so often driven by competition and chaos, kindness can still be the thread that connects us all.

If one day someone were to say, “He made me feel seen, heard, and valued,” then I’d feel I’ve lived my life well.

What about you? What’s the one thing you’d hope people say about you?