Think aloud
The first thing that comes to mind when I think of someone being empathetic is having a crystal-clear heart. But what does it mean to have a pure heart?
If you stop for a second and look around yourself, you’ll see those signs that someone has a pure heart in their chest. They simply radiate a different energy, something that’s untainted and innocent, something that’s not corrupted by these earthly sins.
It’s interesting that such a person who has a pure heart is guided through life by positive thoughts. Their heart is kind and even if they’ve endured many hardships, they’ve still managed to remain true to themselves.
Today’s world is filled with fake people, people who only wear masks and express fake emotions. The thing is that they don’t properly serve God and as a consequence, they’re not able to establish a deeper emotional connection with other human beings.
However, there are still good people in this world.
Those with a pure heart carry a certain beauty within themselves. They always try to empower others to follow their lead as they want to make the world a better place with their crystal-clear, loving heart that can’t hurt anyone.
Even when it may seem as if the problems in life are never-ending, those with a pure heart don’t show any signs of negativity or desperation. They always keep their head high because they’re extremely proud of the things they created by themselves.
What does it mean to have a pure heart?
Well, the answer to this question isn’t that easy. In a world where people pretend to be nice in order to feel powerful and be praised by others, sometimes it’s difficult to notice a person with a pure heart.
You should never trust a man or a woman whose actions or intentions aren’t honest or straightforward. Their only goal is to deceive you into thinking that their intentions are pure.
So, that’s why if you’re wondering how to notice a human being with a pure heart, pay attention to their actions and the way they behave toward others.
Having a pure heart means that you can back up your words with actions. Everyone can talk highly about themselves but not everyone can show that they’re real.
Take a closer look at a person’s actions, as they’ll reveal much more about them than words ever could. That’s the only way you’ll know whether that person has a kind and pure heart.
Those people with a pure heart only wish for good things to happen to everyone else and wearing a mask and pretending to be someone you’re not is never a good idea.
Why? Because that mask is bound to come off sooner or later and once it does, the people who are close to you could easily want to leave you since you created this false image of yourself.
Having a pure heart means that you’re 100% real, all the time. Those with a crystal-clear heart and a good soul will never force you to have doubts about them.
You won’t have any problems trusting them. You’ll always know that they’ll watch your back no matter what.
Their intentions are always to help each other, as it’s the only way you can survive in this cruel world.
So, what it means to have a pure heart…
Having a pure heart means different things but I will mention the most important ones in this article.
However, besides reading about it, you’ll also be able to sense when someone has a pure heart. You’ll feel more alive and peaceful at the same time.
1. They treat everyone with respect
You’ll never hear a bad word from the lips of a good-hearted man or woman. They won’t go behind your back and talk trash about anyone, as they’re not like that.
On top of that, they don’t show any signs of disrespectful behavior. Good-hearted people respect each and every person that they encounter in their life.
They do so because they know that everyone has their own problems. No one’s life is perfect and they understand that, which is why they’ll always treat others as they deserve to be treated, with respect and appreciation.
Even though you may not see eye to eye about a particular topic, they still won’t pressure you to change or adapt your opinion according to theirs.
A person with a pure heart will give you the space to do whatever it is that you like to do.
They won’t hold you back in any way and instead, they’ll welcome your opinion and they’ll be glad that you gathered enough courage to express yourself in front of them.
Many people often hate those who don’t agree with them. Eventually, those tainted hearts start to resent others and don’t show them any kindness or respect.
On the other hand, a person with a pure heart will treat you with the deepest respect and they hope others will treat them the same way.
That’s why it’s up to you to decide how you’ll treat other people. Do you want to make others happier and hurt less or is it the other way around?
2. They don’t stay angry at others
Someone with a pure heart can’t stay angry at you for a long period of time, no matter what you do to them. They will always try to justify what you did and why you did it.
It could be that you had one of those bad days and said something to them that hurt their feelings. Those words were unintentional but still, it happened.
Or maybe something bad happened in your life and you’re going through a crisis right now, so your stress levels are pretty high. Due to this, you may act in ways you usually don’t and you may say something that you’ll later regret.
However, a person with a pure heart will turn the other cheek and they won’t stay angry at you forever. They’ll always try to find an excuse for you and move on from something that might have hurt them.
Good-hearted people believe that everyone can be good and that others mean well, it’s just that sometimes life hits you hard and you may act differently from normal.
A good-hearted person won’t punish you for your bad behavior. They know you don’t deserve to be treated badly for the rest of your life based on one small inappropriate act.
It doesn’t matter to them whether they’ve known you for years or if you’re a complete stranger to them. They will treat you the same way they treat a member of their family and they won’t stay angry at you forever.
Someone with a pure heart knows that if that anger turned into resentment, the world would be a worse place than it is now.
3. They always find a reason to smile
Life isn’t easy at all and we all know that. They’re always something for you to worry about and that could make you lose your mind.
But good-hearted people won’t smother you with their own problems. You have enough on your plate, so why should they come and add salt to your wound?
You won’t hear them complain about their own problems because they know it’ll only make your life harder than it is right now.
They believe that deep down, everyone can find a reason to smile every day and that the world would be a better place if only we could all make a bit more effort.
That’s why you’ll see them finding reasons to smile day in and day out because they know you have to start with yourself first if you want to make an impact on others.
When you walk into a restaurant or a room filled with people, you’ll immediately recognize such a person with a pure heart because of their smile. They exude positivity and you instantly feel more comfortable when you’re around them.
So, what does it mean to have a pure heart? It means that you always find a reason to smile, even as life gets harder with each new day.
A smile costs nothing. The least you can do is put a smile on that pretty face and enjoy living life.
When you find yourself around people who have a pure heart, you’ll feel much better, as if the burden that you carry within you has been removed completely.
You’ll also know that they’ve been through a lot. You’ll see that from the way they look at you but they don’t hold on to those bad experiences.
They won’t let those bad memories turn them into a negative person. Life is so much better when you smile, trust me.
4. They’re generous
Some people have a hard time giving and yet expect too much from everyone. However, life is much more than that and a person with a pure heart knows this.
No matter what you ask from them, they’ll always give you more than you expect. If you’re in trouble and you need some help, you won’t even have to ask, as they’ll be there to help you.
Good-hearted people are all about giving more and receiving less. They’ll always watch your back and won’t expect anything in return.
It doesn’t matter whether you need a shoulder to cry on, advice, or gifts – they’re always nearby to help you. They generously share everything they have with those people around them.
They also prioritize others because they feel like it’s their duty to do so and they would feel guilty if they didn’t put others as a priority.
Their heart is content knowing that they’ve helped someone and they’ll continue doing so for as long as they can.
They’re generous and all about giving because they see love everywhere. They want to share it with everyone they encounter.
If you have a person with a pure heart by your side, my advice to you would be to always cherish them and show them your appreciation.
5. They’re trustworthy
If you told them a secret about yourself, don’t worry because it’s safe in their hands. You won’t have to be afraid that they’ll tell someone else because they would never fail you in that way.
They would never betray your trust. There are only two people who know about your secret and that’s you and them; period.
Their genuine kindness will make you feel comfortable around them, so you can put your heart in their hands and expect them to treat it with care, as they will make sure to never hurt it.
This person is trustworthy and you can always share your secrets with them. They know that once trust is broken, it’s very hard to regain, which is why they’ll never use anything against you.
You can trust them to fulfill their promises no matter the circumstances. They’ll go through thick and thin to keep their word.
So, what does it mean to have a pure heart? It means to be trustworthy to the bone and never betray those who share their secrets with you.
6. They’re forgiving
A person with a pure heart won’t hold on to negative thoughts and emotions because they know they’re unhealthy. They’re unfamiliar with feeling anger toward other people as they can’t despise them for their actions.
That’s the way they’ve lived their whole life and they won’t change it for anything. They know that living a life being irritated and feeling resentment will only make you bitter and sad and no one likes to be around those people.
Instead, good-hearted people will always find a way to forgive other people’s wrongdoings. They focus on the positive things and don’t care about their mistakes.
They know that no one is perfect and everyone slips up from time to time, which is why you should never hold a grudge against anyone and you have to let happiness walk into your life.
That’s the only way you’ll bring a smile to your face.
Even if you’ve made their life harder than it is, they won’t blame you for it. They’ll always try to forget about it and find an excuse for why you did what you did.
Don’t think they would ever blame you for anything that happened. They’ll be the first to tell you that they’re sorry, even if they aren’t the one to blame.
That’s just how it works with someone like this. Their unique heart will only bring you joy and on top of that, you’ll get a fresh perspective on things.
Don’t expect them to go to bed angry, as they don’t know how to do that. They’d rather forgive you for your bad deeds and mistakes than go to sleep thinking about how you’re suffering now.
They see good in everything and everyone, so forgiveness is a part of who they are. Even if you’re the biggest liar and you try to deceive a person with a pure heart, they’ll surely find a reason why.
Their superpower is being extra forgiving toward everyone.
7. They give and expect nothing in return
My personal opinion is that there’s nothing purer than helping others and expecting nothing in return.
When a person with a pure heart helps you, don’t think you owe them anything. They’ve helped you because of their kindness and they have no hidden intentions.
Such a person will always strive to do things for others and not expect anything back. They won’t ask you to lend them money, or for any favor for that matter, because their intentions are pure.
You have to know that these types of people are very rare but once you find them, your life will become so much easier.
In a world where everyone does things and expects something in return, having a friend with a pure heart is a true blessing. It’s quite tough to find someone who will watch your back and won’t expect anything in return from you.
And the reason for that is quite simple. Good-hearted people know that it’s morally right to help others.
Good things truly come to those who give and that’s the reason why they won’t expect any favors from you if they’ve done something to help you.
The most important thing for them is that they know their intentions are pure and that they can sleep at night knowing that they’ve done the right thing.
8. They have an optimistic mindset
When you walk down the street, do you see people smiling and enjoying life, or do you see them in a hurry trying to get somewhere or achieve something? It’s probably the latter, right?
Now picture this: A person who’s smiling no matter how hard life gets.
When you encounter such a person, you feel and hear how optimistic they are about life and how they encourage you to become a better person.
So, what does it mean to have a pure heart? Well, it means to have an optimistic mindset.
Good-hearted people always see beauty in everything, wherever they go. They believe that everyone can be better with a bit of encouragement.
They’ll talk to you in a way that will give you a much-needed push to improve yourself with every day that comes along.
And how do they achieve that? Well, they use their previous experiences as lessons to become a better person tomorrow.
They don’t think too much about what happened or what could have happened but rather focus on the future.
Their mind and soul are filled with positivity and no matter what life throws their way, nothing will change until the world shuts down.
They know that after the rain comes the sun and they live by that mantra.
9. They empathize with others
Human beings feel emotions and whether those are good or bad, it doesn’t matter, they’re still there. You can’t avoid or hide them, no matter how badly you want to.
This means that you have to embrace when you feel pain and when you feel happy. You share those feelings with others and they either accept or reject them.
Those with a pure heart will always empathize with you. They’ll show you that they understand how you feel because they’ve been through all of that.
They know how it feels when your heart aches after being left by everyone. They know what’s going on in your mind and heart.
The beautiful thing is that they’re there for you if you need anyone to talk to and if you decide to open up your heart and soul to them, their tone of voice will change and you’ll see that they empathize with you.
You won’t feel alone in this world, as they won’t feel the need to judge you for anything. Instead, you’ll instantly feel calmer as you’ll know that you have someone who knows how you feel right now.
10. They’re humble at all times
A person with a pure heart will never go around and brag to others about their accomplishments. If you decide to have a conversation with a good-hearted person, you’ll see how humble they actually are.
That’s because they know that nothing is permanent. Your worth is based on how much you give to the outside world and how well you treat others.
Even if you accumulate a huge amount of money, you’ll never be truly happy if you don’t give it to others. That’s why people with a pure heart focus on what’s on the inside and not outside.
They care about your soul and whether you have a positive mindset. When you really think about it, that’s the only thing that matters, as your worth is determined by how good your soul is.
You can’t fool anyone if you pretend to be someone you’re not and if you only take and don’t give anything to the world.
