Thanks to Pam P.
Between the “Be Kind” graphic T-shirts in every department store and Harry Styles crooning his signature reminder to “Treat People With Kindness,” the concept of kindness is rather trendy in our current climate.
But kindness goes beyond a fleeting trend or a singular act; it’s a lifestyle and mindset shift that implores us to meet the world — and each other — with greater empathy and justice.
Kindness asks us to extend our approach beyond niceties and good manners, and into transformative action, compassionate and intentional inclusion, and empowering solutions.
Kindness is a choice, a muscle we all flex, and could frankly use a little more of our attention.
World Kindness Day — which takes place every year on November 13 — is a great opportunity to deepen our relationship with kindness and connect with one another in new and exciting ways.
We’ve compiled some ideas to help you celebrate World Kindness Day (and World Kindness Week, which is November 7-13 this year).
What is World Kindness Day?
World Kindness Day is an international holiday first introduced in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement. The holiday is devoted to promoting kindness throughout the world, understanding the positive potential of large and small acts of kindness, and unifying together as human beings.
Activities To Celebrate World Kindness Day —
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Learn about the science of kindness.
There is real science about the power of being kind. In fact, research even suggests that doing good for others is contagious. Now that’s a virus we can get behind!
Learn a little more about the science behind kindness and then apply what you’ve learned to the relationships and situations in your life. Here are a few resources to get you started: