💬 The question no one expected — and the answer they never forgot
A reporter once asked Bill Gates, one of the richest men in the world:
“Is there anyone richer than you?”
He paused. Then, he shared this story:
Years ago, before Microsoft changed the world, Gates was at an airport. He had no change to buy a newspaper. A man working at the kiosk offered to pay.
Gates was surprised. He promised to return the favor. The man smiled:
“When I help someone, I don’t keep track. I do it because it feels right.”
Years later, Gates — now one of the wealthiest people alive — sought out that man.
He invited him to dinner. And said:
“You gave me a small act of kindness when I had nothing. I want to repay you.”
The man smiled again:
“Don’t you see? By trying to repay me, you’ve put me above you. I gave when I had little. You give when you have everything.”
And Gates concluded:
“That man is richer than me. Because real wealth is giving when you don’t have to.”
🕊️ True wealth isn’t in the bank. It’s in the heart.
And to everyone who gives without waiting — remember:
🪶 Every fall has a rise. Every struggle has a story.
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🙋 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this a real story from Bill Gates?
A: This story has been widely circulated and attributed to Gates in various talks and interviews. The moral remains universal.
Q: Why is this on LowToGlory?
A: Because we believe that true success is measured not by what we keep, but by what we give.
Q: Can I suggest a story about kindness or wisdom?
A: Absolutely. Email hi@lowtoglory.com with your submission.
