Kindness Matters More Than You Think

Happiness Spikes With Kindness

In several experiments, researchers found that people experienced higher levels of happiness when they were the recipient of an act of kindness, according to a study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology.

Good for All

Kindness is considered pro-social behavior that benefits all of us. When we act kindly, we are helping to ease pain, provide support or inspiration, connection, or other help. This leaves us feeling better about ourselves, too. We like who we are when we do good. And you know what? Others like us more, too.

Go Big With Little Kindnesses

When we fail to act because we believe our small act of kindness isn’t that big of a deal, we not only limit the happiness and other benefits for the potential recipient and ourselves, but we also reduce the level of kindness in the world. We can offer kindness as a gift without expectation. It is a way of acknowledging, validating, and supporting each other.

4 ways to make random acts of kindness part of your routine.

1. Look for inspiration. Elevate your mood. Tune into good things happening.
2. Work from your skill set, interest level, and expertise. It’s okay to give what you are good at, whether it’s in a passing moment or an extended period.
3. Remember your power to make a positive difference. Stop overthinking and step into it.
4. Schedule a kindness. You may not know what it will look like, or when the opportunity will occur, but you can make a note in your schedule or set an alarm to remind you to lead with a random act of kindness. This reminder prompts us to set the intention and seize the opportunity.

Read the complete article available at Psychology Today!

Reflection:

What was an act of kindness you did today?

*I sent my notes to friends who needed them.*

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