The Daily Kindness Digest #876

Kindness Quote

“True empathy requires that you step outside your own emotions to view things entirely from the perspective of the other person.”

Anonymous

Act of Kindness

Put yourself in the shoes of someone you are mad at, so you can empathize with them.

Positive Affirmation

Today I release past anger and hurts and fill myself with serenity and peaceful thoughts.

Kindness Media

A Judge treats a war veteran with respect and kindness.

The Daily Kindness Digest #875

Kindness Quote

“Be strong. Live honorably and with dignity. When you don’t think you can, hold on.”

James Frey

Act of Kindness

Write something nice on that person’s updates who posts on social media.

Positive Affirmation

Today I am the architect of my life; I build its foundation and choose its contents.

Kindness Media

A hot plate of dignity with a side order of kindness.

The Daily Kindness Digest #874

Kindness Quote

“If you have a dream, don’t just sit there. Gather courage to believe that you can succeed and leave no stone unturned to make it a reality.”

Dr. Roopleen

Act of Kindness

Think ahead. Be mindful of others and help them come with solutions and strategies that work for them.

Positive Affirmation

Today I am a problem solver. I focus on solutions and always find the best solution.

Kindness Media

Determined to find a positive path forward, they have seized opportunities to forge second chances, drawing strength from adversity.

The Daily Kindness Digest #873

Kindness Quote

“Creativity doesn’t wait for that perfect moment. It fashions its own perfect moments out of ordinary ones.”

Bruce Garrabrandt

Act of Kindness

Create a thoughtful playlist for someone close to you.

Positive Affirmation

Today I am self-reliant, creative and persistent in whatever I do.

Kindness Media

When kindness and creativity get connected. #KindnessRocksProject

The Daily Kindness Digest #872

Kindness Quote

“Courtesies of a small and trivial character are the ones which strike deepest in the grateful and appreciating heart.”

Henry Clay

Act of Kindness

Call the person that made the biggest influence in your life and let them know how much they mean to you.

Positive Affirmation

Today I will not take for granted that people know what I love and appreciate about them.

Kindness Media

Matisyahu joins a young man singing his song One Day.

The Daily Kindness Digest #871

Kindness Quote

“Courage is the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can’t practice any other virtue consistently.”

Maya Angelou

Act of Kindness

Give someone a word of encouragement to inspire them throughout the day.

Positive Affirmation

Today I face difficult situations with courage and conviction. I always find a way out of such situations.

Kindness Media

Michelle Defrisco's inspiring courage story.

The Daily Kindness Digest #870

Kindness Quote

“If everyone helps to hold up the sky, then one person does not become tired.”

Askhari Johnson Hodari

Act of Kindness

Delegate as much as possible. Allow others to show off their strength and respect them for it; in turn they will respect you.

Positive Affirmation

Today I make a significant difference to the lives of people around me.

Kindness Media

Working together to make things happen.

The Daily Kindness Digest #869

Kindness Quote

“Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.”

Lao Tzu

Act of Kindness

Bring extra coupons and give them out to people in line at the store you go to.

Positive Affirmation

Today I feel joy and contentment.

Kindness Media

A Seussian-style adventure through a life being content with what you have.

The Kindness Flash #39

This month’s theme: RESPECT


Reflections

Respect. It’s not something you fight for, demand or achieve. Respect is something you live and breathe. Respect is not something you obtain, but rather something you give over to others regardless of their views, religious preference, ethnicity, race, culture, financial status or job title. Oftentimes we measure and rate people – thinking that only certain individuals are deserving of our respect or our time, but respect belongs to everyone at every moment. Who is to say the value of one individual over the other? Will we allow metrics determine the value we place on an individual? Read More >>


Articles of the Month

Respect for Others: The Foundation of Every Relationship – A definition of respect from different viewpoints and how you can incorporate respect into your professional and personal lives.

Respect: The Starting Point for Good Ethics – A practical view of both respect and ethics and how they intertwine to create the character that is you.

Teaching Respect for Adults – Before laying down the rules of respect for the children, lay down some rules of respect for yourself. Assess how well you’ve been modeling respectful behavior.


“Respect for ourselves guides our morals, respect for others guides our manners.”

Laurence Sterne


Act of Kindness

We all want to be respected. But respect is something we earn. How?

Remember basic kindness.
Encourage others.
Stand firm in your convictions.
Play fair and smart.
Extend a helping hand.
Cause no harm.
Think before you speak.

This month, commit to taking upon yourself one of the above elements of respect. Remember, it’s not about giving to receive – it’s simply giving to give!


Question of the Month

How do you define respect? Share here or in the comments below.


Kindness Media

Photo of the Month

Why does this picture represent respect? Share.

Song of the Month

We all seek to build ourselves up in this world and make a name for ourselves. But oftentimes we can become so consumed with the race to the top, that we forget those who helped us get there. In this heartfelt song, we are reminded that we must respect others as we rise.

Videos of the Month

School children and their teacher make an awesome rap video about the importance of respect.

The wise professor once again teaches his class another valuable lesson. This unexpected lesson is about showing respect to our fellow.

Teens learn a lesson about self-respect and respecting others from an unlikely source.

Books of the Month

The Art & Science of Respect: A Memoir by James Prince – Respect isn’t given, it’s earned. In recounting his compelling life story, Prince analyzes the art and science of earning respect – and giving respect – and how to apply these principles to your own life.

A Road Map for Respect, Kindness, Gratitude, Grit, Courage and Resilience: Words of Wisdom from Montville Township Public Schools Students and the Superintendent. – This book is the outcome of a collaborative writing process within the Montville Township Schools. As part of the district’s Character Education and Mindfulness Initiatives, students and the superintendent of schools share their perspectives on a variety of topics which reinforce the importance of respect, kindness, gratitude, grit, courage and resilience in our daily lives.

Respect: An Exploration – Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot – In these many-layered and masterfully written portraits, Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot reaches deep into human experience—from the drama of birth to the solemn vigil before death—to find the essence of respect.

Teach Your Dragon Manners: Train Your Dragon To Be Respectful – This playful book will teach kids what disrespectful behaviors are, and how to use good manners and be respectful for others.

Why Should I?: A book about respect (Our Emotions and Behavior) – A young boy learns how being respectful is important to others and himself. A wonderful lesson for children of all ages.

Do Unto Otters – Laurie Keller – This book is all about treating others like you would want them to treat you. This is key to teaching respect since we all have the desire to be treated nicely by others. If a child isn’t sure if they’re doing the right thing with a friend, they can use this book to reflect on good manners and what respect actually means.


Reflections on Respect

Respect. It’s not something you fight for, demand or achieve. Respect is something you live and breathe. Respect is not something you obtain, but rather something you give over to others regardless of their views, religious preference, ethnicity, race, culture, financial status or job title. Oftentimes we measure and rate people – thinking that only certain individuals are deserving of our respect or our time, but respect belongs to everyone at every moment. Who is to say the value of one individual over the other? Will we allow metrics determine the value we place on an individual? Perhaps if we spent less time evaluating who is worth our respect and who is just unworthy we could uncover hidden potential. Sometimes a person simply needs someone to see them, give them a chance, bet on them. You may not see the ROI on a spreadsheet, but investing in a person is the greatest investment we can make. Think about how many people one person encounters in their lifetime? Your encounter isn’t a solo investment, it’s an investment in every person that person will encounter. Let’s make an effort to see people because when we are all at our very best, we make the whole that much stronger.


The Daily Kindness Digest #868

Kindness Quote

“Consideration is the soil in which wisdom may be expected to grow, and strength be given to every up-springing plant of duty.”

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Act of Kindness

Be fully present each moment. If you stay present completely to the moments as they pass, you live them more richly.

Positive Affirmation

Today I am fully present in all of my relationships.

Kindness Media


The Daily Kindness Digest #867

Kindness Quote

“To love yourself right now, just as you are, is to give yourself heaven. Don’t wait until you die. If you wait, you die now. If you love, you live now.”

Alan Cohen

Act of Kindness

Compliment yourself. It helps you see the positives not just in yourself, but in your surroundings.

Positive Affirmation

Today I inhale confidence and exhale timidity.

Kindness Media


The Daily Kindness Digest #866

Kindness Quote

“When you show up authentic, you create the space for others to do the same. Walk in your truth.”

Anonymous

Act of Kindness

Be authentic. Live your life on your terms and live it bravely.

Positive Affirmation

I am unique. I feel good about being alive and being me.

Kindness Media


The Daily Kindness Digest #865

Kindness Quote

“Unless a commitment is made there are only promises and hopes, but no plans.”

Peter Drucker

Act of Kindness

Volunteer to read to kids at an after-school program.

Positive Affirmation

I have been given endless talents which I begin to utilize today.

Kindness Media

A college commencement speaker vows to pay off the student loans of all the 2019 graduates at Moorehouse College.

The Daily Kindness Digest #864

Kindness Quote

“A person might be an expert in any field of knowledge or a master of many material skills and accomplishments. But without inner cleanliness his brain is a desert waste.”

Sathya Sai Baba

Act of Kindness

When you’re throwing something away on the street, pick up any litter around you and put that in the trash too.

Positive Affirmation

Today I create a clean, safe and secure space for myself wherever I am.

Kindness Media

Learn the number one cause of clutter in any area of your life, and how to bust through for lasting results.

The Daily Kindness Digest #863

Kindness Quote

“There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up.”

John Holmes

Act of Kindness

Support a friend’s fundraising campaign. Friends stand up for friends, they help each other and can rely on one another.

Positive Affirmation

Today I use my time and talents to help others. Our gifts or talents are purposely created not just for ourselves but to help those around us.

Kindness Media

A woman living with MS receives continued kindness from her neighbors for years.

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