We all have to find ways to make ends meet, regardless of our circumstances. For those who are differently abled, this can present additional challenges, but they still find ways to adapt in order to survive.
In a recent video posted by @bosmel, he shares a heartwarming moment of meeting a differently-abled pak cik selling art portraits at the walkway of the shop lot area in Wangsa Maju.
It started with a social experiment
In the video, Bosmel approaches the pak cik and inquires about his work as a portrait artist. He then requests the pak cik to draw a portrait of him.
Speaking to WORLD OF BUZZ, Bosmel explained that he began his journey by helping others and wanted to conduct a social experiment while doing so.
He mentioned that after the pak cik finished the portrait, he offered RM10 even though the pak cik usually charged somewhere between RM30 to RM40. Despite this, the pak cik accepted the lower amount, with no questions asked.
“I knew asking for a discount in his situation wasn’t appropriate, but it was part of the social experiment,” Bosmel explained.
The pak cik has been drawing since he was 18 years old
In the video, the pak cik shared that he travels to work in his wheelchair, a journey that takes about 20 minutes. He often has to sleep there, especially when it rains.
He also explained that, as an artist who has been drawing since he was 18, he finds that art requires a peaceful mindset to complete. If he’s not in the right mood, he struggles to finish his work.
However, he pointed out that when it comes to making a living, you can’t always rely on your mood or do things on a whim.
When asked about his condition, the pak cik shared that he wasn’t always differently-abled. He revealed that he became that way after a past accident.
He helped out the pak cik by giving him RM500
Bosmel shared that he initially planned to give only a small amount of money after their conversation. But as he delved deeper into the pak cik’s story, he realised how much the extra cash could help.
“I decided to give him more. In the end, I gave him RM500. I put the portrait in a frame in my office to remind myself to work harder.”
Bosmel reflected on the social experiment, saying that it’s everyone’s duty to provide support where it’s needed most. He believes that by uplifting others’ spirits, we make the most significant impact.
You can watch the full video down below:
@bosmel Tuhan sudah bagi tubuh badan kita kena hargai. Kita doa pakcik sentiasa kuat dan dipermudahkan lagi segala urusan 🙏🏻
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