{About the Kindness Project–Too often kindness is relegated to a random act performed only when we’re feeling good. But an even greater kindness (to ourselves and others) occurs when we reach out even when we aren’t feeling entirely whole . It’s not easy, and no one is perfect. But we’ve decided it’s not impossible to brighten the world one smile, one kind word, one blog post at a time. To that end, a few of us writers have established The Kindness Project, starting with a series of inspirational posts.}
I’ve had this image saved on my computer for some time now. You may have probably seen it already, what with all these memes and other images flying around these days on social media. Anyway, of all the images that have flitted across my facebook feed, I chose to save this one. Why? Well, since the first day I saw, and many days since, I am reminded that kindness starts with me, and that even one simple, genuine word of praise has lasting, transformative power. It has inspired me to step outside of my comfort zone in terms of how I deliver encouragement, and to whom, and hope it will do the same for you.
Has someone been on your mind recently? Why not send them an email or message right now letting them know you’re thinking of them. Did you have exceptional service while out in your local restaurant? Why not tell your server how much you enjoyed his or her service.
Thank you for stopping by, and I hope you were inspired to spread a little kindness today.
Well said. Kindness lifts us up as much as it does those we extend it to.
I love this! It’s so powerful, and so true. But also can be SO hard to do, especially with certain people in my life. But I will keep trying. Thank you!
Oh how I love this! When we feel discouraged, the tendency is to withdraw, isn’t it? But what we really need is to reach out. And you do that well, my dear. You are, as always, an inspiration to me. I really need to save this one.
Lovely, lovely idea, and we often forget others— too busy thinking about ourselves. I will remember this. Thank you– you just encouraged ME!
Yes! This! You are a great encourager, Liza. You live it! It’s amazing how reaching out to others helps with our own discouragement, even if only to distract us for a while. But usually, it’s more than that and we come out of it with a renewed sense of purpose and passion.
What a great image. So much said in so few words. And so wise. We should give away what we want to receive. Thanks for sharing