kindness
Self-Care: An Act of Kindness
Most of us would agree that a little more kindness in our world is always much appreciated. Unfortunately, too many of us spend our days rushing around doing too many things while feeling frantic and overworked. This leaves little time to be kind to ourselves. Self-care is an important act of kindness that not only
An Added Touch Of Kindness
In a world far too consumed by anger, hatred, and despair, an extra dose of kindness from all of us just might balance things out. By definition, kindness is the gesture of being friendly, generous, and considerate to others. Oddly enough, these qualities are likely to take little time, money, or effort to execute but
What Defines Your Best Self?
There is no getting around the reality that we all have our good and not so good habits. Simply defined, a “habit” is an acquired pattern of behavior regularly followed until it becomes almost involuntary. While it is often quite easy to determine our “bad” habits, let’s focus on the good. Take a moment to
Ways To Cultivate Faith
At times, things may not go as we expect or plan. We might find ourselves doubting or losing faith in ourselves, those we love, in humanity, the government, or life itself. Circumstances beyond our control can cause us to experience a sense of failure which may lead to feelings of hopelessness and depression. Faith, in
How To Create Your Happiness Jar
There is a lot to say about being happy, especially after going through a challenging year like 2020. So, why not make your happiness a focus for 2021? To start your journey, take a few moments each day to answer this question: What special persons, places or things brought you joy and laughter today? To
The Best Kind Of Thanks
A single expression of gratitude can go a long way. Offering meaningful thanks to others gives them a sense of accomplishment and validation that they matter. It demonstrates a level of respect and value in the individuals’ abilities to perform a task. It encourages them to remain on their path of doing something well and
Brighten Up Someone’s Day
In an era marred with political strife, bullying, and senseless acts of violence, perhaps it is time for us to shift more attention to the soul of humanity: kindness, charity, and goodwill. Can you imagine how much better life would be if all of us practiced a bit more humanity towards each other? Keeping it
10 Ways To Cultivate Kindness (While Social Distancing)
Our words can change a life. Our actions can do the same. Every day we have the ability to choose to act in a positive or negative way. It is important to remember the impact our words or behavior can have on others. When we think about our words and actions in this way, why
Surprisingly Easy Ways to Spread Kindness
A simple act of kindness can make a huge difference to the person on the receiving end. In fact, it just might set off a ripple effect that can positively touch the lives of many more people than one might believe possible. From a genuine smile to a stranger, volunteering to feed the homeless, or
A Simple Smile Can Do It!
There is something special about a smile. Just watch those people who naturally smile. They often radiate a sense of happiness, kindness, and friendliness that make us want to gravitate towards them. Even when these individuals are struggling with their own personal hardships, the façade of a smile can cover it all. And, in many