Sometimes you stumble across something online that stops you in your tracks. This week, I found myself reading a discussion thread that started with someone asking for cleaning advice to help tackle their cousin’s apartment while she’s in rehab. What began as a simple request for product recommendations quickly transformed into something much more meaningful - a reminder of the quiet heroism that exists in our everyday lives.

The original poster was matter-of-fact about their situation. Their cousin had given permission, was grateful for the help, and they just needed to know whether Bar Keepers Friend or bleach would work better on some pretty serious bathroom stains. But what struck me wasn’t the cleaning advice (though there was plenty of that), it was the overwhelming response from people who recognised something beautiful in this simple act of service.