Yesterday, I talked about how the thoughts
we feed our mind shape our life. Today is a new day.
“Kindness can become its own motive. We are made kind by being kind.” - Eric Hoffer
I’ve talked about the benefits
of kindness to death already, but it cannot be stressed enough.
Kindness in its own way makes the world go round. Most people want to
be happy and know that being able to help others feels great. Knowing
how to become kind is the real struggle.
I like to practice kindness for
the sake of being kind. No expectations, just doing thing because I
want to. I liken it to the spirit of Christmas. Getting presents
isn’t the point. On the contrary, it is about giving to others and
being thankful for what we have and spreading that joy with others
(at least that’s what years of family tradition and watching movies
has taught me over the years).
My time in Japan has reinforced
this idea, too. Although some think of the gift-giving custom as
excessive and obligatory, I think their sense of duty has made them
forget the true meaning behind it. It feels good to give and by
giving to others the love will go all around. It eventually comes
full-circle and we in-turn are rewarded with a sense of joy by giving
joy to others. Some call this karma. I call it being happy and at
peace.
Peace
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| You don't always need a reason to do things. |
Today’s assignment: Practice deepening your kindness habit.
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