Hidden

As Jesus talks about fasting, prayer and alms giving, he advises that we perform these acts without fanfare, but hidden from view, so that only the Father can see them. (Mt 6: 1-6,16-18). Like Mary, we remain in the background, as much as possible, and see to it that others benefit from our acts of kindness, penitence  and prayers, while we don't look for anything for ourselves.  Doing Good Quietly, is what Jesus advocates.
Sometimes it's hard, as in the case of First Responders or COVID workers, who, especially these days, deserve all the thanks and acclaim we can give them. However, in all that we do, we can do it first for the Lord, and, if there's any acknowledgement for it, let it come from him.
Bro. Rene