Every day should be Kindness Day!

I was reading a “friend’s” comment on Facebook this morning and found it so relevant that I decided to share it here.

Esther Pelchat writes…

November is a month of gloom and doom. This weighs heavily on the morale of many of us. But someone had the wonderful idea of declaring November 13 a day of kindness.
As you may have guessed, the reason I’ve decided to talk to you today about this event – because it is one – is because the rules of etiquette, politeness and courtesy make us nicer people. Friendliness is a highly coveted quality, but one that is greatly altered by the time pressure we all face. Relegated to second place, it gives way to impatience, intolerance and indifference.
We don’t tolerate hesitation at street corners, as if we all had to have GPS in our brains. We’re in too much of a hurry to let a pedestrian pass. We don’t offer help to a colleague who’s overwhelmed, even if we’re personally in a less busy period.
Who doesn’t dream of evolving in a world where everyone cares about others to the point of showing their esteem and consideration? Unfortunately, these days, kindness is not in everyone’s favor. Perceptions have changed to such an extent that kindness is often interpreted as “sucking up”. What a shame!
Today, if we all set ourselves the goal of making an extra effort to be kind, imagine how much more pleasant this day will be! With your best smile, tell the old lady trying to find her change at the bottom of her purse that she can take her time. “Take all the time you need, ma’am. I’m in no hurry…” You’ll be surprised at the result. Not only will she be grateful, but with the pressure off, she may even be able to complete the maneuver more quickly. Don’t hesitate to encourage a colleague or even give him a hand (if you have the time, of course), he’ll probably have the same reflex when he sees you in the same situation.
Remember that we instinctively respond to a smile with a smile, and that kindness begets kindness. It’s a win-win situation.
Dare to be kind!
Good manners and kindness precede good relationships… in fact, they lead to them!

I suggest that you make kind gestures every day. To smile more at the people around you who cross your path. Open the door for someone with a full arm. Give up your seat on the bus to someone who looks tired…

Be a little kinder… every day!

The world will be a more beautiful place thanks to you!

Laughter, joy and health

Linda