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Kindness isn’t a new topic here on the blog. In previous posts, I\u2019ve discussed the benefits of kindness<\/a><\/strong>, how\u00a0kindness breeds success<\/a><\/strong>, and offered ways to share kindness<\/a><\/strong> with others. While I’ve covered the topic before I do think it’s worth revisiting, so for this month’s motivation, let’s look at four simple steps we can take to create and share kindness.<\/span><\/p>\n Many of us have a hard time actively listening. During a conversation, two people take turns saying what’s on their mind, and it’s not really a two-way dialogue. If you want to to help someone, the best thing you can do is really listen. A person’s body language, tone of voice and facial expressions, as well as their words, will help you understand how they\u2019re feeling and what they might need from you. Try not to react or second-guess. Just observe and tune in. By truly listening, you can give them the gift of being heard.<\/span><\/p>\n When you empathize, you put yourself in another person’s shoes. You feel their pain, hurt, or confusion, but don\u2019t judge, criticize, or rush to advise. You just hold space and acknowledge where they are right now.<\/span><\/p>\n Compassion is fundamental to kindness. While it’s important to empathize with another’s feelings, compassion compels us to ease someone’s pain\u00a0through positive action. Think of compassion as next-level empathy in action.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Generosity is a key element of kindness. Give someone a smile. Let someone go in front of you. Pay for someone’s soda. Volunteer your time or skills. Whether you share your money, your time, a listening ear, or other practical help, your generous kindness will make a difference.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n In this stressful, modern world it\u2019s not always easy to make kindness a top priority. Moreover, no one is perfect. If you’re having a bad day or feeling stressed out, you may only be able to acknowledge your limitations, and resolve to be more kind. But you have the power to create kindness, so train yourself to find the good in people and situations, and do your best to act with sincerity and kindness. Be as kind as you can, whenever you can. I think you’ll find your world will be a happier place.<\/span><\/p>\n Along with these steps for kindness, I’ve created a pretty new printable. I hope it helps you remember that, in a world where you can be anything, you can be kind!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n My posts may contain affiliate links. Using the link to purchase will cost you no extra and helps to support artists and their groupie \u2013 me\u00a0<\/em> This pretty artwork is by Alex Green Art, and if you’d like it for yourself, you can get it here.<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n The fun lettering is from the All in One Bundle by WinterWolfeSVG. Pick up the big bundle\u00a0here.<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Before you go,\u00a0click here to sign up!<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0Subscribers receive post updates, direct links to my newest free printables and exclusive digital desktop images of each month’s featured printable. Digital desktop images are only available for the first month, so don’t miss out!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Define what success means to you, and download a pretty You are up to You<\/span><\/strong><\/a> printable!<\/span><\/p>\n Change your life with a positive mindset, and download a pretty Choose Happiness<\/a><\/strong><\/span> printable!<\/span><\/p>\n Download your pretty Begin with Kindness<\/a><\/span><\/strong> printable!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Sources:<\/span>![\"download](\"https:\/\/www.hallstirredup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/BeKind-Collage_1170x1755_PROMO.jpg\")
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