Now, I understand the title makes it seem pretty vague, and something like you would learn in a health & social lesson in pre-school, but I promise you that it is one of the most important Magnificent Monday's I shall write.
One of the many quotes I like to live by is 'Treat others how you wish to be treated yourself'. I honestly think it is of such importance to be kind to others. Whether it be complimenting their outfit, telling them how lovely they are, or simply just smiling at them. You have no idea how one little kind word or warming smile can impact someone elses day. You never know, your compliments on their hair or their outfit may help them gain a little more confidence and help them progress past their insecurities. Whilst at the time, a little compliment or two seems like nothing, to them, it could really change their whole day. Maybe they are having a generally poopy day, and needed something to cheer them up. Or maybe, someone has been not so nice to them, and they need a few compliments to boost their confidence again. Always remember that words of kindness stay with someone for ever, no matter how little.
Being kind to someone is a wonderful feeling. After every act of kindness you do, you will feel better about yourself. Nobody values how truly amazing kindness is. The person offering the kindess and the person accepting the kindness will each feel so much happier after an exchange of kindess - no matter how little. So always remember not to necassarily expect it back. Just because you complimented somebody, don't wait around all your life to receive it back. Giving isn't about receiving back. Kindness should be something you voluntarily desire to give, and if you are being kind and expecting a whole lot of kindness back - then the kindness you originally gave will seem insincere. Give kindess because you want to, not because you want good things to happen to you in return. Be kind - not selfish.
When you think about it, you could either say nothing at all to someone, or you could say something nice. For the small ammount of effort it requires to be kind, it will make a huge difference. Similarly, if you don't have anything nice to say - don't say anything at all. After all, that negativity you are enforcing will help nobody, and will only downgrade yourself and how people view you as a person.
Being kind isn't all about compliments, it can just be pure kindness. Like helping someone out a little when they need, or sharing with them, or just having a friendly conversation or a giggle with them. This theme fits fits in nicely with the new year actually. If you're stuck for a new years resolution, then why not make your resolution to be kinder to others. I'm not saying you have to go completely out of your way to let someone know you like their coat or something like that, just make a little more effort to be kind, and remember to only ever speak words of kindness. After all, negative words aren't going to help anyone become a better person, and are pointless, really. Just be kind - always. Smile, compliment, share, help, build new friendships, care for others, offer words of wisdom. Do what ever you can to spread kindness.
Go through this week (and the rest of your life, for that matter) with kindness at the front of your mind - always be thinking about ways you can be kind.
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Thank you for reading lovelies
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