On Kindness

Offers important tips and practical suggestions for gaining an advantage in business through acts of kindness and respect by highlighting how a good rapport and caring attitude benefits the bottom line, creating a culture of kindness at work, and avoiding barriers when using kindness as a strategy for success.

Scholarly reflection on kindness raises a variety of issues and perspectives. In order to consider the impact of kindness on various aspects of human existence, it is first necessary to give it a concrete meaning. This seemingly simple task turns out to be quite challenging. The prevailing definitional chaos in the literature, the lack of consensus on basic terminological assumptions, indicates a deficit in the theoretical understanding of the concept of kindness and, perhaps more importantly, poses a problem when attempting to verify existing empirical findings, raising doubts about the generalizability of the conclusions and possible comparative studies. The book is an attempt to clarify the definition of the phenomenon of kindness. It is the result of the first research of its kind and carried out on such a scale in Poland. The main aim of the study was to determine how Polish youth understands the concept of kindness.

A man is never tired of hearing about what he cares much for; neither ought his fellowmen to weary of telling him things needful for him to know.Now, there is nothing in our neighbour’s dealings with us more engaging than kindness; yet of no duty do we require to be more frequently reminded than of that of being kind.This thought has emboldened the author of the following pages to write in his turn on a subject treated before him by very many others. Aeterna Press

Discover the power of kindness to change your heart, inspire your family, and draw you closer to God. Have you found yourself stagnant in your faith, wondering if there’s more to life than just the daily routine? Are you frustrated with your kids’ selfish attitudes (or even your own), yet are not sure how to make a lasting change? Discover how practicing intentional kindness can change your family, your community, and your faith with 100 Days to Kindness. Over the next 100 days, receive encouragement and practical insight as you develop a habit of kindness that will help you find and give away the love of Jesus. (Adapted from The One Year Daily Acts of Kindness Devotional)

Full of inspiring meditations, affirmations, and true stories, this book acts as a guide to creating real change in our world through acts of kindness. All over the nation and beyond, people are realizing the power of kindness. With one act, you can change someone’s day—and make the world a better place. It doesn’t take much to offer kind words or deeds to someone, but it can change the whole course of their day. When we participate in random acts of kindness, we join the movement of building a better future. This book by the editors of the Random Acts of Kindness series, with a foreword by Rabbi Harold Kushner, presents readers with a motivational guide to living out kindness each day of our lives. From the wake of Hurricane Katrina to the tragedy of the tsunami to troops in Iraq performing acts of daily compassion, this book highlights the ways in which people are working towards creating a more benevolent world. It demonstrates the weight that a single act of compassion can have and how powerful our actions can be when we all join together. In addition to inspiring true stories, this “course in compassion” includes meditations, affirmations, and suggestions for how you can go out and make a difference. Filled with practical wisdom and motivational quotes, this book is your go-to guide for turning the kindness spark into a flame. “One of the best things about this spiritual practice is that it is portable and can be done anywhere and anytime. Kindness brings joy and happiness into the lives of others and opens our hearts.” —Spirituality & Practice

BookFest Awards First Place Winner for Inspiration, Nature & Love Poetry Literary Titan Gold Book Award Winner Step into an uplifting collection of poetry and rediscover the profound nature of kindness. From award-winning author, K.A. Bloch, Scatter Seeds of Kindness is a thought-provoking collection of poems and short stories that offers a unique perspective on the timeless themes on life, love and connection. Dancing through both light hearted and heavy topics, this book weaves together a tapestry that celebrates the beauty of memories and the passage of time, while also shedding light on the stereotypes lurking within society and the painful impact of bullying. Bursting with personal reflections, stories, and poems that are raw and authentic, deep and tragic, and beautifully uplifting, Scatter Seeds of Kindness will resonate with the hearts and minds of kindred spirits. It echoes with a powerful message, gently encouraging us to embrace kindness in our everyday lives and be more mindful of the struggles of the people around us. Perfect as a memorable introduction into the world of poetry, this collection will take you on a revitalizing journey; one that challenges you to not only be kind to the people around you, but also to yourself. Step into an uplifting collection of poetry and rediscover the profound nature of kindness. What readers are saying about Scatter Seeds of Kindness: *** This collection looks into a variety of subjects-some that are truly bothering us in this day and age, and others that remind us, no matter how difficult something may be, there is a way to have fun and be light hearted simply by reading these words." *** "In a world with so much indifference this book of poetry left me feeling hopeful that if we all remember to be kind to one another the world would be a better place. I love reading her poetry and can relate in so many ways." *** "For those who love poetry, get this immediately. For those who don't tend to read poems...get this immediately [...] This is a book that will bring a smile to your face!"

Want to Feel Hopeful About the Future? Share in inspirational stories of generosity written by children of all ages that reveal their surprisingly insightful feelings about kindness and compassion. Look back at why the Random Acts of Kindness series was such a sensation. When the adult version of Random Acts of Kindness was first published hundreds of teachers across the country gave assignments to their students to write about unsolicited acts that they had experienced or initiated. Teachers sent the results to Conari Press which then put out a call for similar stories in a teacher’s magazine. Stories poured in and the result was Kid’s Random Acts of Kindness. Whimsical and funny to moving and thoughtful, Kid’s Random Acts of Kindness helps restore your belief in the potential for goodness in man. In Kid’s Random Acts of Kindness, you will see how children are the truest examples of open-hearted giving: · Kids are hopeful. They believe they can change, easily and often. They look forward not back. They like to think about what could be, not what was. · Kids are possibility addicts. They’re always working on something. If you listen you’ll hear a language of hopefulness and striving, an elasticity that keeps them going and trying. · Kids love to master challenges. They want to try new things, move in new directions, be productive. They are risk takers, sometimes out of faith, sometimes out of desperation. More than anything else, children want and need to belong, to partner, to collaborate. Readers of other books in the Random Acts of Kindness series and motivational books and stories like Chicken Soup for the Soul: Random Acts of Kindness, A Pebble for Your Thoughts, I've Been Thinking…, and You Can Do All Things will love the encouraging, inspirational stories in Random Acts of Kindness.