Kindness is Ubiquitous

By Sophie Bernstein ‘22, Keystone Foundation Fellow

A common saying in Tamil is “Saptacha,” meaning “Have you eaten?”. It’s often used as a greeting, similar to how we say “How are you doing?” in the United States. I find this expression to be thoughtful, as it reflects concern for someone’s well-being and health. This exchange is reflective of the warmth and care that define the culture in South India, where people are invested in each other.