
Being kind doesn’t come naturally to everybody. But kindness shown to anyone is always remembered and appreciated. Last night I was thinking about my family, grandparents, uncles, and aunts. Some of them were very kind and caring towards me when I lost my mother. Others, because it wasn’t inherent in their nature, were aloof. Though I loved the family of both my mom and dad, my gratitude to my paternal family is far greater than that towards my late mother’s family. I’m sure they also loved me and my siblings but there weren’t any overt signs of kindness there. So when I pray for my family, my prayers for those who were kinder are mixed with my heartfelt gratitude too!

I believe that one of our purpose in life is to be kind to whoever we can be. We may know them or not, but being kind doesn’t require any bonds of friendship or blood. Be kind just because you can be.

Kindness begets kindness. Caring for others, even in a small insignificant way can have a magnifying effect on their life and they can in turn initiate a cycle of paying it forward. How wonderful to be that precursor who starts this chain reaction.

Marsha, our host for WQW is traveling this week and is busy. She didn’t post a prompt on Wednesday but I have decided to write a post anyway as this was a topic I wanted to write about. I hope it’s okay.
Written for WQW # 17, Writers choice, hosted by Marsha
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Amen to all these sentiments.
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Thanks VJ
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Well said Sadje👏🏾👏🏾 Kindness begets kindness. People are endeared to those who are kind and treat them likewise most of the time.
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Absolutely right Geenha. Thank you so much
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I love this. Kindness was the topic of my post this week as well. It’s so needed and is a gift that we can all give. Thank you.
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Thanks a lot my friend. Indeed we do need a lot more kindness than we have.
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Yes, kindness is a gift both ways…giver and recipient. Inspiring words Sadje. Thank you!
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Absolutely right! My pleasure
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Well said, Sadje. Kindness is not an inherent nature and those who are kind have seen or received kindness in some way or the other. In my humble opinion being kind to everyone is such a simple and powerful gesture. You don’t know what battles the other person is fighting, the least you can do is meet everyone with a smile on your lips and kindness in your heart.
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Thanks Swati! Showing a smiling face is the simplest act of kindness.
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It doesn’t cost a dime to smile at someone or simply acknowledge their existence by saying “hello”. Kindness is indeed one of our most powerful human qualities.
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Very true Sandy. Every positive action needs a positive thought behind it.
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Great thoughts and quotes about kindness, Sadje 🙂 I’m sorry some members of your family didn’t seem overly kind at a time when you needed the support but glad that others were kind.
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I’m grateful for that too. Thanks Trent.
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A wonderful post on kindness, Sadje. My favorite part is the reality that the kindness that we give out, comes back, and is the seed for future acts of kindness by us, and everyone we touch. Love this one.
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Thanks a lot Jeff. It is a law of universe, what goes around comes around!
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You’re welcome, Sadje. Always. Exactly so!
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kind tacit ok s tomorrow and to day
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A beautiful post!! Hugs and ❤
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Thanks a lot Joy
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You exude kindness Sadje and this is another example of it! 💖
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You’re very kind dear friend
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It’s true!!💕💕💕👍
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a little kindness goes a long way, and always touches hearts!
To quote a very famous man, Kindness is my religion 😉
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Absolutely right! Goodness, and Godliness all arise from kindness
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absolutely 🙂
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Great post. Indeed kindness is a beautiful act ❤
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Thanks a lot Laiba
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Welcome❤
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An awe-inspiring post penned by a fantastic lady who knows the true meaning of kindness and emits 💯 positivity on a daily basis to all. 😊
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Aww, how sweet of you to say so dear friend. Thank you so much
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Love this post, Sadje. Here, here… three cheers for kindness. Always and forever. xoxo
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Thank you so much Selma.
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Absolutely true, Sadje ♥️
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Thanks Jane
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Welcome dear ❤️
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Love the Bob Kerry quote
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Thanks Philo
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welcome Sadje
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I say amen to all these Sadje..
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Thank you so much Mich
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What a beautiful post, Sadje! Let kindness prevail.
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Thanks Eugenia! Amen
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You’re welcome!
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Awesome post I have read today. The quotes are amazing and the way you started is wonderful.
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Thank you so much Kritika
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Being kind is so easy but doesn’t come easily to some. Sometimes it is mistaken for pity which it certainly is not!
Couldn’t agree more, aapa. It is the simplest way to make this world better. ❤️
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Thanks Punam! You’re absolutely right my dear sister.
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My pleasure.🙏🏼
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Kindness, like Happiness, is first and foremost, a choice we all must make.
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Very true Dreamer. Thanks
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You’re very welcome.
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