The article reflects on a year marked by violence and conflict across the globe, highlighting the recent terrorist attack on the Jewish community in Bondi Beach, Australia. It praises the courage of Ahmed Al-Ahmed, an unarmed shop owner who intervened during the attack, saving lives despite being seriously wounded. The piece calls for hope and unity during the Christmas season, urging individuals to recognize their power to break cycles of violence and to celebrate acts of bravery and compassion. Amid ongoing wars in places like Ukraine, Gaza, Sudan, and beyond, the author encourages readers to focus on the good in humanity and to aspire for a future defined by peace and empathy.