Motivation 2020: World Kindness Day
“I shall pass through this world but once. Any good, therefore, that I can do or any kindness I can show to any human being, let me do it now. Let me not defer it or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.” Stephen Grellet
Motivation 2020: World Kindness Day
Motivation 2020: World Kindness Day
Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for kindness. Lucius Annaeus Seneca
Truth is a deep kindness that teaches us to be content in our everyday life and share with the people the same happiness. Khalil Gibran
Goodness is about character – integrity, honesty, kindness, generosity, moral courage, and the like. More than anything else, it is about how we treat other people. Dennis Prager
The mission of the World Kindness Movement (WKM) is to inspire individuals and connect nations to create a kinder world. TheWorldKindnessMovement.org
What does kindness mean to you? Even though today, November 13, is the official World Kindness Day celebration, it can’t hurt to be reminded during this coming holiday season that kindness is an everyday affair. Each of us can perform acts of kindness to help others. We can share our goodwill with our loved ones, folks in need, strangers, and perform exhilarating random acts of kindness that create ripples of love and harmony around the world. We can share our food, shelter, and even a smile. Every kind act we perform will be multiplied because goodness spreads in a ripple effect that touches many people. Sadly, the same can be said for unkind actions so, choose wisely. In case you’d like to know more, World Kindness Day is the brainchild of the World Kindness Movement which originated in Japan in 1997. WKM’s purpose remains to bring people and nations together by creating communities of kindness and caring globally.
Today, over 25 nations participate in events organized by TheWorldKindnessMovement, and you can join in and share your goodwill too. No one is an island unto him/herself and we all benefit from the kindness of others. In a world that has grown rift with violence and anger, we need to remind ourselves, and those around us, to be kind, to be compassionate, and to be grateful. If there is anything we need more of in the world today, we can say that kindness is sorely missing and needed. Kindness should definitely be one of the top 5 on our list. It is up to us to choose to be/act kind. We can start by thinking kind thoughts and matching them with actions that uplift us and others.
Kindness By Naomi Shihab Nye – 1952- via poets.org
Before you know what kindness really is
you must lose things,
feel the future dissolve in a moment
like salt in a weakened broth.
What you held in your hand,
what you counted and carefully saved,
all this must go so you know
how desolate the landscape can be
between the regions of kindness.
How you ride and ride
thinking the bus will never stop,
the passengers eating maize and chicken
will stare out the window forever.
Before you learn the tender gravity of kindness
you must travel where the Indian in a white poncho
lies dead by the side of the road.
You must see how this could be you,
how he too was someone
who journeyed through the night with plans
and the simple breath that kept him alive.
Before you know kindness as the deepest thing inside,
you must know sorrow as the other deepest thing.
You must wake up with sorrow.
You must speak to it till your voice
catches the thread of all sorrows
and you see the size of the cloth.
Then it is only kindness that makes sense anymore,
only kindness that ties your shoes
and sends you out into the day to gaze at bread,
only kindness that raises its head
from the crowd of the world to say
It is I you have been looking for,
and then goes with you everywhere
like a shadow or a friend.
“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” Lao Tzu
Motivation 2020: World Kindness Day
Motivation 2020: Happy Diwali – Festival of Lights
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. Aesop
What wisdom can you find that is greater than kindness? Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. Mark Twain
Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference. They bless the one who receives them, and they bless you, the giver. Barbara De Angelis
Who have you shown kindness today? While we might not always be able to perform random acts of kindness, we can all remember to extend a smile, a kind word, and a conscious act of goodwill to all life forms. Instead of always trying to be first or disrespecting the earth and others around us, we can make a conscious effort to be considerate of all around us. When our acts of kindness are sincere, they water the earth with rich deposits of goodwill that nourish the soil and all who come in contact with it. Give with an open heart and a sincere spirit. What we practice becomes second nature. What we resist persists, and what we remember stays fresh in our hearts. Stay motivated on the path of kindness and it will bear great results for you and all around you. Here’s wishing all a very happy and kind holiday season. Who have you helped today?
How can we find a place for kindness in our hearts and homes? When we open the door to allow kindness to find a place at the center of our lives, it will rise to meet us. We must start wherever we are. It is neither forced nor feigned. When we feel compassion and kindness for those in need, it is our spirit of gratitude shining through. So on this special World Kindness Day, let’s consider as many solid reasons as we can think of to help us get out there and make a difference; begin with a random act of kindness to your fellow man/woman. The spirit of compassion and kindness is always around the corner waiting for us to acknowledge and share it.
HAPPY DIWALI – On another note: I’d like to wish everyone a very Happy Diwali – Festival of Lights and the start of a New Year in India. Diwali symbolizes the spiritual “victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.” It is often associated with Lakshmi, goddess of prosperity, as an expression of joy after Lord Rama returned to Ayodya upon killing the demon Ravana, and as a celebration of many other deities depending on what part of India you come from.
Seeds Of Kindness – Poem by Annabel Cruz via poemhunter
Every seed of kindness
That you plant today
Will one day
Be a bouquet
That they’ll lay
Upon your grave
For no one is loved
For the money that they’ve made
No one is remembered
For the people, they’ve betrayed
It is your thoughtfulness
And kindness
That will live
When you are gone
A Story: Killed By False Kindness
Once upon a time, there were two merchants, who were friends. Both of them were getting ready for business trips to sell their merchandise, so they had to decide whether to travel together. They agreed that, since each had about 500 carts, and they were going to the same place along the same road, it would be too crowded to go at the same time.
One decided that it would be much better to go first. He thought, “The road will not be rutted by the carts, the bullocks will be able to choose the best of all the grass, we will find the best fruits and vegetables to eat, my people will appreciate my leadership and, in the end, I will be able to bargain for the best prices.”
The other merchant considered carefully and realized there were advantages to going second. He thought, “My friend’s carts will level the ground so we won’t have to do any road work, his bullocks will eat the old rough grass and new tender shoots will spring up for mine to eat. In the same way, they will pick the old fruits and vegetables and fresh ones will grow for us to enjoy. I won’t have to waste my time bargaining when I can take the price already set and make my profit.” So he agreed to let his friend go first. This friend was sure he’d fooled him and gotten the best of him – so he set out first on the journey.
The merchant who went first had a troublesome time of it. They came to a wilderness called the ‘Waterless Desert’, which the local people said was haunted by demons. When the caravan reached the middle of it, they met a large group coming from the opposite direction. They had carts that were mud smeared and dripping with water. They had lotuses and water lilies in their hands and the carts. The head man, who had a know-it-all attitude, said to the merchant, “Why are you carrying these heavy loads of water? In a short time, you will reach that oasis on the horizon with plenty of water to drink and dates to eat. Your bullocks are tired from pulling those heavy carts filled with extra water – so throw away the water and be kind to your overworked animals!”
Even though the local people had warned them, the merchant did not realize that these were not real people, but demons in disguise. They were even in danger of being eaten by them. Being confident that they were helping people, he followed their advice and had all his water emptied onto the ground.
As they continued on their way they found no oasis or any water at all. Some realized they’d been fooled by beings that might have been demons and started to grumble and accuse the merchant. At the end of the day, all the people were tired out. The bullocks were too weak from lack of water to pull their heavy carts. All the people and animals lay down haphazardly and fell into a deep sleep. Lo and behold, during the night the demons came in their true frightening forms and gobbled up all the weak defenseless beings. When they were done there were only bones lying scattered around – not one human or animal was left alive. Contd Below! Via Zen Stories on Jataka Tales
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10/01 – 01 Nigeria Independence, 01 National Poetry Day, 02 World Smile Day
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“Beginning today, treat everyone you meet as if they were going to be dead by midnight. Extend to them all the care, kindness, and understanding you can muster, and do it with no thought of any reward. Your life will never be the same again.” Og Mandino
Motivation 2020: World Kindness Day
Motivation 2020: World Kindness Day
Motivation 2020: World Kindness Day
When the norm is decency, other virtues can thrive: integrity, honesty, compassion, kindness, and trust. Raja Krishnamoorthi
When you carry out acts of kindness you get a wonderful feeling inside. It is as though something inside your body responds and says, yes, this is how I ought to feel. Harold Kushner
A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love. Saint Basil
Food for Thought: Be grateful and be kind. We need both to propel us all forward in this world. I remember a favorite teacher saying that the world is sustained by the good and kindness of grateful and mindful people. Even with the darkness and hatred that we see globally, many send out showers of kindness to the world and those souls sustain our planet… Think about it. Our actions don’t have to be huge. A kind and caring effort or word can make a difference too. Something more… Join the #worldkindnessday movement because by inspiring others & spreading kindness throughout your community, you will bring joy to more folks.
A Story: Killed By False Kindness Contd!
After several months, the second merchant began his journey in the same way. When he arrived at the wilderness, he assembled all his people and advised them – “This is called the ‘Waterless Desert’ and I have heard that it is haunted by demons and ghosts. Therefore we should be careful. Since there may be poison plants and foul water, don’t drink any local water without asking me.” In this way, they started into the desert.
After getting about halfway through, in the same way, as with the first caravan, they were met by the water-soaked demons in disguise. They told them the oasis was near and they should throw away their water. But the wise merchant saw through them right away. He knew it didn’t make sense to have an oasis in a place called ‘Waterless Desert’. And besides, these people had bulging red eyes and an aggressive and pushy attitude, so he suspected they might be demons.
He told them to leave them alone saying, “We are businessmen who don’t throw away good water before we know where the next is coming from.” Then seeing that his own people had doubts, the merchant said to them, “Don’t believe these people,
who may be demons, until we actually find water. The oasis they point to might be just an illusion or a mirage. Have you ever heard of water in this ‘Waterless Desert’? Do you feel any rain-wind or see any storm clouds?” They all said, “No”, and he continued, “If we believe these strangers and throw away our water, then later we may not have any to drink or cook with – then we will be weak and thirsty and it would be easy for demons to come and rob us, or even eat us up! Therefore, until we really find water, do not waste even a drop!”
The caravan continued on its way and, that evening reached the place where the first caravan’s people and bullocks had been killed and eaten by the demons. They found the carts and human and animal bones lying all around. They recognized that the fully-loaded carts and the scattered bones belonged to the former caravan. The wise merchant told certain people to stand to watch around the camp during the night.
The next morning the people ate breakfast and fed their bullocks well. They added to their goods the most valuable things left from the first caravan. So they finished their journey very successfully and returned home safely so that they and their families could enjoy their profits.
The moral is: One must always be wise enough not to be fooled by tricky talk and false appearances. Via Zen Stories on Buddhist Tales – Jataka Stories
Is This Thy Kindness to Thy Friend (Christ a Redeemer and Friend) by John Newton via poeticous
Poor, weak and worthless though I am
I have a rich almighty friend;
Jesus, the Saviour, is His Name;
He freely loves, and without end.
He ransomed me from hell with blood,
And by His pow’r my foes controlled;
He found me wand’ring far from God,
And brought me to His chosen fold.
He cheers my heart, my wants supplies,
And says that I shall shortly be,
Enthroned with Him above the skies;
O what a friend is Christ to me!
But ah! I my inmost spirit mourns,
And well my eyes with tears may swim,
To think of my perverse returns;
I’ve been a faithless friend to him.
Often my gracious Friend I grieve,
Neglect, distrust, and disobey,
And often Satan’s lies believe,
Sooner than all my Friend can say.
He bids me always freely come,
And promises whate’er I ask:
But I am straitened, cold and dumb,
And count my privilege a task.
Before the world that hates his course,
My treach’rous heart has throbbed with shame;
Loth to forego the worlds applause,
I hardly dare avow his name.
Sure were not I most vile and base,
I could not thus my friend requite!
And were not he the God of grace,
He’d frown and spurn me from his sight.
Kindness We Offer by Hasmukh Amathalal via poemhunter
What in return of kindness we offer?
Will it be blessings or simple murmur?
Words may not simply fall or flow?
If it is with affection face will always glow
May it be in form of kiss?
Special offer and gesture from miss
I shall welcome it without any hiss
Who knows it may be real bliss
I shall prefer to live alone
Even if no help from someone
I must accept it with full joy
Even if that is offered with face decoy
Why so much noise is created?
Is there not real love recreated?
Do we sing when someone dear is cremated?
Do we not shed tears even if lamented?
How do we define it in terms and exactly?
Message is conveyed properly and correctly
May it not look so neat and clean?
As heart and mind act together and lean
Why simple kiss creates hornet’s nest?
Is it not the ideal to offer as best?
Why at all it should give nuisance test?
No gossips, no rumors and put them at rest
What difference it makes if offered on forehead
Love and true affection as if spread
All sentiments can simply be read
Fragrance smells all over and spread
Lovers may take as warm welcome
Daughter may feel simply good and awesome
Wife to husband as emerging gesture
Happy moments with glittering future
Any Zen Antics stories via 
Positive Motivation Tip: The kindness we give comes back to us tenfold.
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I didn’t know it was world kindness day today – it happens to be my mom’s birthday as well! Lovely ideas you’ve put in this post about being kind, and I like the poem at the end as well.
Happy Birthday to your MOM!!!! 🙂
I agree it’s important for us to spread kindness it will always come back to us the same way
i simply loved the opening quote by Stephen Grellet , it makes me think how i am just not doing what i should do in this life of mine
I saw some of the classes at my boys school were doing things for World Kindness Day today. It’s hard for us to do much as a family on school days but we plan to do a few things this weekend to remind the boys that simple acts of kindness can go a long way for others.
Kudos to you. It all begins at home.
I think it is really easy to forget how impactful simple acts of kindness are. This has definitely reminded me that I need to of those around me more
I think everyday should be a day of kindness! Kindness goes a long way!
Before you know what kindness really is
you must lose things,“ thats so true .love this line and thanks for sharing
I didn’t even know there was a World Kindness day. Sometimes I feel like giving a day to celebrate these things takes some of the meaning away from it. I makes you feel like you can only be kind on that day but kindness should be an everyday thing. Anyways, I really love these poems and quotes, their are so deep, thoughtful and pure. Is This Thy Kindness to Thy Friend (Christ a Redeemer and Friend) by John Newton Is my favorite. Thank you for sharing!
Hopefully, folks would remember that it takes 365 days to recognize the value of a 1-day celebration.
Love all this quotes. And yes we should always be kind. Love anyways.
World kindness day should be everyday! thanks for spreading positivity.
I agree… 🙂
We all should spread some kindness and care to the world and that’s great that we have a day to remind us all the importance of this. Thanks for your post – Knycx Journeying
Kindness is powerful that can moved mountains. Also, the blessings it gives to you is bountiful.
Especially in these difficult and challenging times, kindness is so important to keep us mentally stable and going.
Kindness needs to be celebrated in each moment of our lives, without waiting for the day or month or week.
Let that guy merge. So true. I always tell my boyfriend, you’ll appreciate the favor one day!
Read your post after a long time. Yes kindness is something we tend to forget in our busy world. A smile, some good words, some appreciation or a thanks can change someone’s day and life.
It took me many years to get over my issues growing up as a child/ teenager to see that kindness and empathy are so much more important than anything in this world. When it was my time I wanted people to remember me for my willingness to always be there for others and let those who are normally not seen, be seen by me. I never treat any one differently. I know what it feels like and would never want anyone to feel that way by my hand.
I hear you… Empathy is a gift so many seem to be losing it of late. <3
It’s a great reminder, a great thing to celebrate…I just wish people would celebrate it everyday.
I met a few people who are blessed with oozing kindness and seems doesn’t have any ulterior motives in their bones, and I find them amazing, and yes I am keeping them all! So blessed to have them in my life, kindness is a total huge gift!
Kindness is so important, especially during these hard time.
Oh this is such an inspiration to me. That poem is beautiful.
I didn’t know about this special day but I’ll make sure to send some e-mails with nice wishes to my friends, even if I’m a bit late.
I didn’t know there is a world kindness day! But that’s so nice to know. Our world need more kind people especially during these trying times. 🙂
We discussed World Kindness Day in my classroom. If everyone does something nice for someone else, 365 days a year, imagine what a change that could make, in so many lives. Even little changes matter. 🙂
The change would be huge 😉
I think one of the most important thing to be in the world is to treat people with kindness, and also be kind to everything, thanks a lot for the positive energy and I would love to share it with the world as well – Knycx Journeying
I had no clue that 25 nations participate in events for World Kindness Day. I think I rather celebrate this instead of other major holidays because it’s the kindness and goodwill that are society and world always and currently needs.
First of all, I would love to wish you Happy Diwali too. It’s the kindness that has stopped the world from destruction…I loved the Lao Tzu quote.
Your motivational thoughts are really inspiring. And they can be helpful to people who feel less and feel unworthy. Kindness is really a values learned from the people you admire, which is mostly your parents.
One of many life teachers. 🙂
If everyone showed a little bit more kindness it would make a huge difference in the world. So many people are living the lifestyle of every man for themselves. It is so sad.
These are lovely! Thank you so much for sharing!
We should celebrate World Kindness Day not just one day. It should be celebrated everyday! We should be kind and compassionate.
I love that quote by Saint Basil! It is true that we seed the fruits of kindness every day and hopefully we can produce great fruit in order to create a world of joy and kindness.
Thank you for spreading the kindness and amazing ideas, Kindness is both what we offer and what we get in return. Nice read.
Love these ideas great job!!! World kindness day needs to occur more often.
With all the things that are happening now in the world, a simple kind act can make a huge difference. Always practice kindness because we all need it these days. Learn how to be grateful and appreciate what you have.
I don’t understand why people don’t get that. Just a simple act can cause a big ripple effect to others.
Kindness never goes out of fashion. And the world needs a lot of it right now. Thanks for these inspiring reminders. Shalom!
Right? Sorely needed
The world needs about 365 Kindness days to get itself back on track again after 2020!
This is such an important post, it’s just a great feeling when someone is kind to you buy even greater when you are able to reciprocate that kindness
Thanks for sharing the awareness about the world kindness day as I wasnt aware about it until I read it here. Time to reflect for me on practising kindness efforts
We’ll never know how much impact kindness can do to others but it’s one way we can show our unconditional love for others. Also reminding myself of this especially during these hard times where we all just need kindness! I love the John Newton poem too. It’s my first time to read that poem, Reminded me of his song Amazing Grace because I just listened to it recently, Thanks for sharing!
Ahhh Delightful hymn. One of my favorites too.
Wow thank you for all of this positivity and optamism. This really brightened my day
Is it not sad that we are in need of a World Kindness Day? Cuz obviestly there is, otherwise they would not have formed it…
We need so much more kindness in the world. This year, I learned that there is some very real darkness in this world. The only way to get rid of it is to be a light in the world.
This year has shown me that kindness is in short supply. We need to do what we can to bring it back. I think World Kindness Day is a good start, but let’s turn that one day into every day.
kindness for me is sharing what you can afford not giving it all and brags about it in the end…we dont have to tell anyone that we give something…important is it comes from our heart and not waitting for anything in return
showing kindness is a sigh of strength and mental health. Great day to think about
What a wonderful motivation tips and teach about moral message. This is so beautiful for me” by inspiring others & spreading kindness throughout your community, you will bring joy to more folks.
Such a well needed post with the state that the world is in right now. I think it is so important to remember that small changes start with us and in our own homes.
Such an important day to celebrate. Love the positive vibes and kind thoughts in yoir post.
Happy World Kindness day. Kindness comes a long way. Always choose kindness every time. Hahaha
I think that every single day should be World Kindness Day. However, hopefully the small acts we do today encourage everyone to carry it through all year ’round.
Kindness makes the world go round. We definitely need as much of it as we can get!
I must be living under a rock, I had no idea there was such a thing as World Kindness day, but imagine if we treated every day like World Kindness day, how much the world would be better off. Seeds of Kindness was my favorite of the poems.
The powerful effect of poetry in emotion!
In these times of anger and uncertainty little acts of kindness are so important.
Thanks for sharing!
Quite so, yes
What thoughtful pieces! Thanks for sharing!
The World Kindness Movement, , never knew about this . I so agree to the thought you spoke that we are not islands , we need to connect and hence we need to show as well as receive kindness
Happy World Kindness Day to everyone! Don’t forget that the kindness you give to someone creates a ripple and will one day come back to you in other forms! <3
ditto… as sure as the world is round. 🙂
The poem is amazing!!!! Yes, a day to celebrate for sure! Happy Kindness day everyone.
which one? 😉
Kindness is a fundamental part of the human condition. We all need to remember this.
This is so inspiring! It is important to be kind and celebrate kindness in our communities. Beautiful poems!
There are so many lovely ways to show kindness to the world and to ourselves. This post is a great reminder.
You gotta love some motivation. Really lovely!
I love that you shined such a powerful spotlight on World Kindness Day. WE need somuchmore of that in the world, especially now.
definitely…
I really enjoyed the poems you shared in thish post. I think they capture the spirit of kindness perfectly.
I love this post so much. Kindness seems to be somthing that we are in short supply of these days. The good thing is that we can bring it back, though. It just takes us being willing to be points of light in the world.
I’m not sure how it happened, but kindness seems to have become more and more scarce these days. I love that you highlighted this day. It’s the perfect way to start bringing kindness back.
Wow I didn’t even know when world kindness day is which is terrible considering everyone seems to know when it’s national nutella day. Thanks for sharing and bringing awareness to this day!
For me, we should always show kindness not only to our loved ones but to everyone in our society and you already show kindness by simply giving a nice smile and a compliment to others.
Motivation world kindness these sounds so inspiring.Thanks for sharing
Love this quote from Aesop! “No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” It is so true, no matter how big or small, anything can do something can make the biggest difference in someone’s life. So always be kind!
indeed. such a simple act yet so difficult for some to express.
The world can definitely use a lot more kindness. Thanks for sharing this!
What a beautiful tribute to this wonderful day. This world definitely more kindness in it right now as we are so divide at the moment.
we need it…
Kindness makes the world brighter. The world can always use more of that! Thank you for sharing such wonderful thoughts on kindness and motivating us all to be kind <3
It’s nice to see that there are still people who take interest in writing about kindness and giving their thoughts about it. Thank you for sharing!
Yes, it is still a great gift to share…
Lovely poems to read and a good reminder for us the different ways to be kind and show how powerful kindness is. Let’s face it , no matter how bad the ones day , kindness brightens it up and most importantly it gives hope to those that feeling down.
Every people act of kindness grows the spirit and straitening the soul Celebrating World Kindness day is for everyone we rise by lifting others.
Kindness is very much in short supply
Oh I wish that I had known about World Kindness Day beforehand! I would love to promote kindness on this day but I guess you shouldn’t need a particular date in the calendar to be kind. I even have a tuition company based around kindness for people that suffer from anxiety when learning mathematics and I donate 10% of profits each month to charity, so I really do love kindness. Thank you for this lovely post 💚
That’s a lovely idea too. 🙂
We need much more kindness in our world. Always a good inspiration for kindness here on your blog.
Kindness should be every human being’s everyday affair and not just on a specific date. I’m glad to see that this has clearly been explained here. Thank you Elizabeth for this.
That is one thing I don’t understand we get A LOT more done with kindness and understanding, but all of that is normally pushed to the backburner.
Aaahhhhh….the world needs more kindness than it even knows! Let’s sprinkle it everywhere like a fire.
Kindness is a very important quality to have and not only to the people you know, but even to strangers, the nature, animals and all things around us. Thank you for this inspiring post.
I agree. I am nice to every person I meet or at least I try to be… because you never know what they are going through.
It’s great that we have a day dedicated to kindness! Thank you for sharing all of this!
The world definitely needs more kindness. I always believe a little act of kindness can change someone’s life for the best.
Great read! Universe needs more kindness, care and thankfulness. Wishing a better Thanksgiving next year 🙏💕
Always choose to be kind without expecting anything in return. There’s a fulfilling sensation yiu feel after giving and that is reward enough
Kindness is so important, and it’s free to be kind! The world definitely needs a lot more of it. Thanks for this post as a reminder to be kind.
Thank you for sharing about this..I have never heard about The world kindness day
Kindness is something that touches lives and has the power of transforming them. Let us all resolve to be kind every day to everyone.
These are all such great ideas! Just imagine what the world would be like if we all intentionally implemented these ways to show kindness to our neighbor 💖
Thank you for sharing the lovely poems and quotes. It’s just so important to be kind in this day and age. It’s a real sentiment on who you are ♥️
I love this and everything about this post. Truly being kind to someone can mean so much, just a simple complement or holding the door .
I don’t know that there’s a Kindness day. So glad you’ve shared it.
I love Stephen’s quote. So inspiring to be kind always
Kindness is very powerful a word. If we can practice the act of kindness, there is peace and serenity all around. Liked your post
I love that world kindness day exists! If this makes people be nicer to each other, then YES PLEASE!
Kindness is the only virtue that can save this world. I really enjoyed this post and the poems that you’ve shared.
The most precious gift you can give to someone is kindness. Be generous, and be kind. Happy World Kindness Day!
True. Happy Kindness Day to all!
Agree. We only live once and short. So love anyways.
Agree. We only lived in this world once. Might as well leave a great memory of kindness.
It should be World Kindness day every day!
Thank you for this post! Definitely needed it 🙂
When we spread kindness to others, life feels so good and no heavy burden. Also, good graces flows freely going to your home.
Seven ways to start making kindness the norm is my way to go. Not only do you make someone else happy but it pings back on you too.
I did not know that there is a kindness day too. Kindness improves our quality of life in the workplace as well as in the community. It brings people together. Doing good for others feels good. Showing kindness to others is just as rewarding as receiving it from someone else.
Especially in these difficult times, we can all need an extra-share of kindness – given and taken!
World Month day is what we need. The world needs kindness on a regular basis so we can heal but a day is a good reminder to reflect.
I love this! Showing kindness to our fellow humans is so important!
kindness for me is doing even the smallest gesture just to make the other person smile. it will surely live a mark. example: buying a drink for a busy person. <3
why only in one day…kindness should be practice as a way of life
Loving the positivity of this post! Had no idea that day was World Kindness Day.
Every act of kindness is a piece of love we leave behind. We need to be kind each & everyday to others. Really inspiring post!!
I love that World Kindness Day is here to serve as a reminder for us all to implement even small acts of kindness and generosity to others every single day. It’s so important!
Random acts of kindness do ripple. It’s like pay it back. Love it!
Kindness for me is being selfless, putting other people’s needs before your own.
I love the quote from Lao Tzu. It goes to show that nothing negative comes from kindness — only love, light, and positivity.
I love the quote by Lao Tzu. It goes to show that nothing bad comes from kindness — it creates love, light, and positivity!
That’s wonderful to share kindness with the people around us and I didn’t know there is a kindness day in the world. Thanks for the positive energy and a warm reminder. – Knycx Journeying
Being kind doesn’t just give good feelings to other people but also to ourselves. It’s always nice to be kind knowing we make others feel better. Thanks for the inspiring ideas on how to start making kindness the norm in our daily lives.
Truly an important post, being kind will never get old
Kindness is a very important part of human soul. we should share it and embrace it in others.
The world would be a much better place if we were kind to each other. Thank you for sharing
We really need to all actively celebrate this one this year! Actually every year. But it’s been succha tough year, we all need to be kind to each other!
Great day to share kindness and help each other. It also show how much we appreciate each other haha.
Love this, “feel the future dissolves into the moment,” Kindness is free and yet so many of us struggles to show it to others.
World kindness day? I’m here for it! When just one person is kind to me during my day, it makes SUCH the difference. I work in customer service and I really appreciate it when someone goes out of their way to be nice to me. I try to pay it forward and be extra helpful and kind to those around me! It definitely rubs off on others!
Oh wow … Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for kindness. – I’m going to print this on my wall!
Kindness is the key factor to making this world a better place to live in. Thank you for this post and this is needed to be shared.
I did not know that this was a thing. We need more kindness, I hope it spreads like crazy! A new craze of kindness is just what this world needs!
If you can be anything, be kind. This post was much appreciated. I want my students to read it. This is a very important post.
I love this and all of the ideas you have. I have tried to teach my children by leading through example. When they see me be kind, they learn to be kind. Wonderful post!
When we spread kindness to others, unknowingly we received triple blessings than we expect. Let’s spread kindness, not bitterness.
Kindness is one of my favorite words and I hope this will be the words of the year. We need more of it. Beautiful post. – Paolo
If kindness and love are always present 365 days in this world no one will get hurt.
Let’s always choose love and kindness, keep safe everyone!
I am a firm believer that a little kindness can make a better world. Showing kindness could change someone’s life for the best and every day should be kindness day.
I’m a firm believer that kindness is the greatest gift you can give to someone. It makes the world a better place!
We believe that everything we do should be for everyone’s goodness. We should always be kind in whatever we do.
“Before you know what kindness really is, you must lose things”. It reminded me very much of a saying that you’ll know who your true friends are when you get ill or poor. So true.
Wow, I did not know there was a world kindness day! I wish it could be every day …
Kindness By Naomi Shihab Nye sounded amazing . I think kindness s the need of hour right now
Never let a day pass without spreading kindness. We can effect change if we practice small acts of kindness everyday, even just a smile, or letting someone get ahead of you in a line, even paying forward for a cup of coffee.
We should always choose to be kind everyday because we never know what other people are going through.
Kindness should be a every day mission. If everyone showed a bit of kidness everyday, the world would be a different place.
When we share kindness to someone, it makes an amazing ripple, positive effect which leads to more kindness and positive outlook everywhere. After all, kindness is FREE!
Kindness is everything and so much! thanks for making this post
I think that showing kindness is super important and something we should all make an effort to do daily.
Kindness is super important in my classroom. It is important to show it. We can change and lead some much if we do.
Remembering what it means to be good and kind shouldn’t just happen at Christmas, so good motivation are yours!
Kindness By Naomi Shihab Nye is a beautiful piece. I like it.
I can’t wait to share world kindness day with my kids!
Kindness, in my opinion, will save the world. Pure beauty!
I feel it’s important for us all to practise kindness in our daily lives. It makes the world a better place.
These are beautiful kindness poems! Always spread kindness to everyone.
You know what? This is one of my fav day to celebrate. We don’t prectice kindness often and this is mad, we should everyday. Thanks for pointing out. – Paolo
I hope every week, we could have a word kindness day, I bet, everyone would be happier.
I love all the 7 ways of kindness that you mentioned. Kindness is not about you give once but it’s about you share it once you have blessings that given to you.
I love these quotes about kindness. A small act of kindness makes a big difference. Let’s spread kindness everyday!
We should be kind to everyone. We have no idea what the other is going through.
It is truly important to live in kindness and to help others. World Kindness day should be celebrated every day for sure.
Everyone need some kindness and it’s even better sharing it with the world. Thanks a lot for helping this message spread and it is really meaningful.
Spreading kindness is SO important! One small act of kindness can changes someones whole day and make them feel important even if it’s something as small as a smile!
I have been trying to teach my kids all about kindeness. Even the little things ass up. I try them to show kindess each day.
Always be kind to others, and it will come back to you.
I wish people treat others as they want to be treated by them. There would be more kindness in this world. Its very interesting subject that not many talk about. Thank you for sharing this!
ALWAYS be kind because we never know what that other person is going through. Maybe a simple smile could help someone brighten up their day 🙂
Happy kindness day. Remember to always choose to be kind!
Happy World Kindness Day! A few days late but I was so happy to see it become more of a mainstream day to celebrate, as in more people knew about it this year. And a happy Diwali back to you as well!
There are many days in honor of so many things – however, kindness is finally one that’s not pointless. Kindness would make all our lives lighter and better – and we can give it away for free…generously!
Another World Kindness Day is upon us and I am looking forward to celebrating it! It’s quite important to the world sharing some kindness!
Kindness is great attitude that we have to spread. Making do good to others will lift our heart of full of happiness
Kindness By Naomi Shihab Nye is such an inspiring poem. I find it relatable.
Love the 7 tips to implementing kindness into my daily life. Definitely going to try some starting today. Being kind can really change the whole outlook of a person in untold ways.
Those are some great quotes of kindness. And we need more of it in today’s world.