“How beautiful a day can be when kindness touches it!” George Elliston
Ms. Elliston is an American Journalist. This quote is from a poem. She donated money to a university. This reminds of a story that my dad told me last week. Three old ladies paid for his meal at a steak house. He told me, my brother and sister. I think this act of kindness made my dad’s week.
“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” Aesop
Here is an interesting post about this quote. I constantly want to make a difference in a BIG way rather than a small way. So, I need reminders that small “acts of kindness” can make a big difference in the life that you have done it for.
“Do what you can to show you care about other people, and you will make our world a better place.” Rosalynn Carter
If everyone did this, our world would be a much better place.
“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” Lao Tzu
This quote made me think of how a patient trainer can make me feel safe enough to try something new with less of a fear of failure or mistakes. I think that is the meaning of the idea that kind words “creates confidence.” The second part makes me think of the need to treat oneself in a kind manner. This will help you to be more creative and explore new ideas.
” A kind heart is a fountain of gladness, making everything in it’s vicinity freshen into smiles.” Washington Irving
Chat GDP suggested two others that I liked.
“Be kind for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.” Wendy Mass
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Mahatma Gandhi
This quote reminded me of when I was training to be an addiction counselor. The act of listening in a conversation without my emotions or thoughts interfering with my focus is a hard skill to learn. I’d catch myself thinking about something the pretend clients said that is similar to something in my life. Then, I’d want to give advice rather than listening and encouraging him/her to find the solution that works best for them. I know that what is best for me may not be best for someone else. But, this is my instinct.
We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone. Ronald Reagan.
