The heart and science of kindness
A recent study reported on how people felt after performing or observing kind acts every day for seven days. Participants were randomly assigned to carry out at least one more kind act than usual for someone close to them, an acquaintance or stranger, or themselves, or to try to actively observe kind acts. Happiness was measured before and after the seven days of kindness. The researchers found that being kind to ourselves or to anyone else — yes, even a stranger — or actively observing kindness around us boosted happiness.
Below are some thoughts on kindness – how to give and receive it. Read more here.
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Kindness starts with being kind to yourself
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Lead with compassion, follow with kindness
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We feel happier when we act in service to others
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Choose kindness
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Give to give, not to receive
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We become kinder with practice
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Kindness begets kindness
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Kindness is lasting
