A friend I used to go to high school with is literally the sweetest soul I have met. I myself am a pretty big giver and she reminds me of myself the most. We were never even super close, but she has noticed my dark times. She always shows love to me on social media or on my accomplishments, and she is always there to look out. She reminds me why I am the way I am, and that there is still hope for kindness and humanity and people similar to me.
I have known a lot of kind people but today one friend that stands out is my friend Karen. We have been friends for like 25 years. She lives in Cincinnati, OH. We met at work when I lived out that way. I actually remember vividly the day we met she was admiring my children’s pictures on my desk. She is that friend that just touches your soul. We may not talk for a several months but then we can’t get off the phone when we do talk. She is always so kind and thoughtful, never judges and we always seem to be on the same page about so many things. She is a blessing to be a friend even though we don’t live close to each other anymore we find time to visit each other every so often 💕
I must say today, my best canine pal Birdie comes to mind. He spoons me every morning when it’s time to get up as if to say, “Shake your bones! Today is a new adventure…and breakfast is a gift!”
Animal companions,
dear Merrin,
are perhaps
one of the greatest gifts we could ask for . . .
I feel the same way
about every one who has graced my life with his/her presence
with love
and with kindness . . . ♥
My dear sister is one of the kindest people I know, as she always is willing to help, and I love her. But I have to mention my boss truly is kind in heart in a way I never have met before. Most generous in heart and doing and highly sensitive in all directions, he looks for the well being and true unfolding of all his employees and peers, striving to holding all in perfect balance through teaching us being humble, honest, kind and most important, meeting our clients in need with a humble heart full of compassion. To the detail, he is reliably available in times of urgency or needed help, farsightly making decisions for the well being of all in his broad view of needed adaptations related to the possible unhealthy or underdeveloped aspects someone might still suffer from. In fact, I don´t know someone kinder than him, touching me deeply with all he does for the well being of all while helping us unfold and grow individually in a very helpful and always honest way. I can nevertheless and doubtless sense the heart full of Universal Love in every as difficult perceived situation, which inspires deeply to move into the same direction of lived kindness, lived compassion and Universal Love. With a deep and humble bow, may all blessings be with him allways.
One of the kindest people I know is my Cousin Lisa. She gives & gives & gives, always with a smile on her face. She is the bright light in my life, full of love, joy & smiles. 😊
She gives with no expectation of getting something back. She freely gives & her giving, support is genuine.
I am blessed to have her friendship & love.
🙏🏻🩷
My wife is so kind, and one of the most non judgmental people I know. I’ve learned a lot from here. I don’t know if she was born this way, or if her kindness was formed from her struggles and experiences.
It seems to me, that suffering can push you towards bitterness and lashing out, or kindness and empathy.
I wonder what tips people in either direction.
I don’t know what it has been for your wife,
dear Charlie,
but for me
it was an active decision,
sitting on my bed in a small town in NY,
heartbroken and alone.
Your wife
sounds like an exceptional person . . .
I think
you are fortunate to have each other. ♥
One of the kindest people I’ve known was my mentor, Jim (RIP). His childhood was so horrific (not an exaggeration) that he ran away from home at the age of 12 and road the rails with the hobos in the 1930’s. He ultimately became an Episcopal priest and a mental health chaplain. He continued to ride the roads and preach in small rural parishes. He found AA after he began wearing his priestly collar and sponsored so many fellow alcoholics during the days when there were no treatment centers and your phone rang at all hours. His kindness taught me humility. I was so angry when I met him but I was also desperately dealing with my spouse’s alcoholism that I knew I needed to reach out for help. He was tough but always kind — a man of God — whose actions spoke louder than his words. Through his kindness, his patience (not something that came easily to him!), I began to find my own worth and how to trust Life and myself.
To me, I believe the kindest people I know are those who quietly pick up and clean garbage at the parks. I don’t know the people who did the job, but I recognize their acts of kindness when I walk in the cleaned park. Their kindness taught me that doing good deeds doesn’t matter if I am recognized or not. The important thing is that I highly respect the kind acts by not throwing trash in the wrong place.
My Ngoc, It doesn’t have to be squeaky clean, but keeping a clean enough environment is required where it’s not messy. I’d hate to see trash everywhere, especially in public places.
I was at the the funeral of a church member. I remember his kindness to me as he offered a cup of coffee, without me asking, after a long food serving line. He was the one that spent many hours painting and building houses for Habitat. He was a quiet Giant. He taught me attentiveness and giving.
Josh Klander, my best friend who I’ve talked about before, is one of the kindest people I’ve known. He’s the one who is blind and has mental health struggles I’ve talked about before. He speaks hard truths in ways that feel comfortable. Turning kindness into technique is the biggest thing I’ve learned from him over the years.
The first two people that came to mind were my dad and my great aunt on my mom’s side. My mom is extremely kind as well and so giving and generous , but I think questions like this bring up memories of the loved ones we have lost.
My dad was a quiet man. When he did raise his voice I would cry because it was so rare it would startle me and “ hurt my feelings”. He never gave with a price tag or a returned expectation. Not a fan of crowds he would come to my soccer games and stand off way to the side. But he always showed up.
My great aunt would cook and feed whoever showed up at her door, which was always open and friends and family would just “pop” in to say hi. She accepted everyone and gave all that she could afford to give.
I know so many kind people, but the person I want to talk about today is Amy my daughter’s dance teacher and my dance teacher. She has always had faith in me even when I was at my worst, she never got angry at me and led me to really get to know Jesus. She has helped me so many times in my life and I have hardly ever seen her be upset or angry with anyone. (ok there was a couple times and I knew that was well deserved) but even when she has, she has prayed about it and given it to Jesus.
I know a lot of kind people, for which I am truly grateful. A very kind soul in my life over the past year is my friend Alejandra. She was the studio manager before me, and when I started my work trade there, we became friends. She is loving and giving, but has strong, admirable boundaries. I don’t know that her kindness has necessarily taught me anything but rather is a nice reminder of our shared humanity. We are so different, yet so much the same. Much like each of us here 🙂
One of the kindest people I know, her name is Maryellen. I met her many years ago as a fellow Monday Nighter Timoney Irish Dancer. She is thoughtful, caring and very generous. For 9 yrs now, she never fails to always send me flowers on my Mom’s passing anniversary as well as on my bday. She is retired and I know how expensive flowers are. Her kindness has taught me the meaning of true friendship and that there are good people in this world.
The senior minister at my spiritual center. His kindness is genuine and consistent. I know him well enough to know he doesn’t like everyone AND he loves everyone. I mean that, regardless of their personality or how their personalities bump up against each other he access his kindness and respect. He’s a consummate antiracist and is willing to do deep work to build bridges. I respect his gentility. There are several ways he has positively impacted me. One simple way is addressing people like they’re human when you’re sending email. I work in a corporate environment and it’s easy to just jump in and state your business without regarding the person’s humanity. It seems like a little thing, but if you get 100 emails a day it is deeply impactful.
”I know him well enough to know he doesn’t like everyone AND he loves everyone.”
Your senior minister,
dear Avril,
sounds like a very wise man.
He draws a clear distinction
between the “sinner” and the “sin”.
I am happy he has you in his life,
just as I am sure
he is happy to have you in his life. ♥
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A friend I used to go to high school with is literally the sweetest soul I have met. I myself am a pretty big giver and she reminds me of myself the most. We were never even super close, but she has noticed my dark times. She always shows love to me on social media or on my accomplishments, and she is always there to look out. She reminds me why I am the way I am, and that there is still hope for kindness and humanity and people similar to me.
Yes, there is always hope for kindness Valerie.
I have known a lot of kind people but today one friend that stands out is my friend Karen. We have been friends for like 25 years. She lives in Cincinnati, OH. We met at work when I lived out that way. I actually remember vividly the day we met she was admiring my children’s pictures on my desk. She is that friend that just touches your soul. We may not talk for a several months but then we can’t get off the phone when we do talk. She is always so kind and thoughtful, never judges and we always seem to be on the same page about so many things. She is a blessing to be a friend even though we don’t live close to each other anymore we find time to visit each other every so often 💕
I must say today, my best canine pal Birdie comes to mind. He spoons me every morning when it’s time to get up as if to say, “Shake your bones! Today is a new adventure…and breakfast is a gift!”
Animal companions,
dear Merrin,
are perhaps
one of the greatest gifts we could ask for . . .
I feel the same way
about every one who has graced my life with his/her presence
with love
and with kindness . . . ♥
My dear sister is one of the kindest people I know, as she always is willing to help, and I love her. But I have to mention my boss truly is kind in heart in a way I never have met before. Most generous in heart and doing and highly sensitive in all directions, he looks for the well being and true unfolding of all his employees and peers, striving to holding all in perfect balance through teaching us being humble, honest, kind and most important, meeting our clients in need with a humble heart full of compassion. To the detail, he is reliably available in times of urgency or needed help, farsightly making decisions for the well being of all in his broad view of needed adaptations related to the possible unhealthy or underdeveloped aspects someone might still suffer from. In fact, I don´t know someone kinder than him, touching me deeply with all he does for the well being of all while helping us unfold and grow individually in a very helpful and always honest way. I can nevertheless and doubtless sense the heart full of Universal Love in every as difficult perceived situation, which inspires deeply to move into the same direction of lived kindness, lived compassion and Universal Love. With a deep and humble bow, may all blessings be with him allways.
Sounds like a wonderful being, Ose.
I am grateful with you,
dear Ose,
that you have such a kind and generous boss.
You are one of the fortunate ones. ♥
One of the kindest people I know is my Cousin Lisa. She gives & gives & gives, always with a smile on her face. She is the bright light in my life, full of love, joy & smiles. 😊
She gives with no expectation of getting something back. She freely gives & her giving, support is genuine.
I am blessed to have her friendship & love.
🙏🏻🩷
My wife is so kind, and one of the most non judgmental people I know. I’ve learned a lot from here. I don’t know if she was born this way, or if her kindness was formed from her struggles and experiences.
It seems to me, that suffering can push you towards bitterness and lashing out, or kindness and empathy.
I wonder what tips people in either direction.
I don’t know what it has been for your wife,
dear Charlie,
but for me
it was an active decision,
sitting on my bed in a small town in NY,
heartbroken and alone.
Your wife
sounds like an exceptional person . . .
I think
you are fortunate to have each other. ♥
One of the kindest people I’ve known was my mentor, Jim (RIP). His childhood was so horrific (not an exaggeration) that he ran away from home at the age of 12 and road the rails with the hobos in the 1930’s. He ultimately became an Episcopal priest and a mental health chaplain. He continued to ride the roads and preach in small rural parishes. He found AA after he began wearing his priestly collar and sponsored so many fellow alcoholics during the days when there were no treatment centers and your phone rang at all hours. His kindness taught me humility. I was so angry when I met him but I was also desperately dealing with my spouse’s alcoholism that I knew I needed to reach out for help. He was tough but always kind — a man of God — whose actions spoke louder than his words. Through his kindness, his patience (not something that came easily to him!), I began to find my own worth and how to trust Life and myself.
You are fortunate Carol Ann, to have such a soul enter your pathway.
A man truly,
dear Carol Ann,
with a story to tell,
and he used that story
to bring salvation to himself
and to others . . .
bless him. ♥
To me, I believe the kindest people I know are those who quietly pick up and clean garbage at the parks. I don’t know the people who did the job, but I recognize their acts of kindness when I walk in the cleaned park. Their kindness taught me that doing good deeds doesn’t matter if I am recognized or not. The important thing is that I highly respect the kind acts by not throwing trash in the wrong place.
My Ngoc, It doesn’t have to be squeaky clean, but keeping a clean enough environment is required where it’s not messy. I’d hate to see trash everywhere, especially in public places.
I was at the the funeral of a church member. I remember his kindness to me as he offered a cup of coffee, without me asking, after a long food serving line. He was the one that spent many hours painting and building houses for Habitat. He was a quiet Giant. He taught me attentiveness and giving.
I’m happy,
dear Yram,
that there are still heroes in our lives . . .
and in your life as well.
Namaste. ♥
Josh Klander, my best friend who I’ve talked about before, is one of the kindest people I’ve known. He’s the one who is blind and has mental health struggles I’ve talked about before. He speaks hard truths in ways that feel comfortable. Turning kindness into technique is the biggest thing I’ve learned from him over the years.
LOC Josh sounds like a beautiful friend. So glad to hear you have such a friend in your life.
Thanks, Carol Ann. I drew a lot of my communication style from him over the years.
The first two people that came to mind were my dad and my great aunt on my mom’s side. My mom is extremely kind as well and so giving and generous , but I think questions like this bring up memories of the loved ones we have lost.
My dad was a quiet man. When he did raise his voice I would cry because it was so rare it would startle me and “ hurt my feelings”. He never gave with a price tag or a returned expectation. Not a fan of crowds he would come to my soccer games and stand off way to the side. But he always showed up.
My great aunt would cook and feed whoever showed up at her door, which was always open and friends and family would just “pop” in to say hi. She accepted everyone and gave all that she could afford to give.
I know so many kind people, but the person I want to talk about today is Amy my daughter’s dance teacher and my dance teacher. She has always had faith in me even when I was at my worst, she never got angry at me and led me to really get to know Jesus. She has helped me so many times in my life and I have hardly ever seen her be upset or angry with anyone. (ok there was a couple times and I knew that was well deserved) but even when she has, she has prayed about it and given it to Jesus.
I know a lot of kind people, for which I am truly grateful. A very kind soul in my life over the past year is my friend Alejandra. She was the studio manager before me, and when I started my work trade there, we became friends. She is loving and giving, but has strong, admirable boundaries. I don’t know that her kindness has necessarily taught me anything but rather is a nice reminder of our shared humanity. We are so different, yet so much the same. Much like each of us here 🙂
💓
💞
One of the kindest people I know, her name is Maryellen. I met her many years ago as a fellow Monday Nighter Timoney Irish Dancer. She is thoughtful, caring and very generous. For 9 yrs now, she never fails to always send me flowers on my Mom’s passing anniversary as well as on my bday. She is retired and I know how expensive flowers are. Her kindness has taught me the meaning of true friendship and that there are good people in this world.
💓
The senior minister at my spiritual center. His kindness is genuine and consistent. I know him well enough to know he doesn’t like everyone AND he loves everyone. I mean that, regardless of their personality or how their personalities bump up against each other he access his kindness and respect. He’s a consummate antiracist and is willing to do deep work to build bridges. I respect his gentility. There are several ways he has positively impacted me. One simple way is addressing people like they’re human when you’re sending email. I work in a corporate environment and it’s easy to just jump in and state your business without regarding the person’s humanity. It seems like a little thing, but if you get 100 emails a day it is deeply impactful.
”I know him well enough to know he doesn’t like everyone AND he loves everyone.”
Your senior minister,
dear Avril,
sounds like a very wise man.
He draws a clear distinction
between the “sinner” and the “sin”.
I am happy he has you in his life,
just as I am sure
he is happy to have you in his life. ♥