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“KIND WORDS DO NOT COST MUCH, YET THEY ACCOMPLISH MUCH.”
“KIND WORDS DO NOT COST MUCH, YET THEY ACCOMPLISH MUCH.”
- BLAISE PASCAL
- BLAISE PASCAL
World Kindness Day is celebrated annually on November 13th to promote kindness and compassion, fostering a more empathetic and caring world. It was introduced in 1997 when Japan brought kindness organizations from multiple nations together and emphasized the necessity of a global kindness movement. The organization was registered as an official NGO under Swiss Law in 2019.
Encouraging acts of kindness brightens children's spirits. It has a ripple effect on their growth, fostering a happier and more optimistic individual, whose positivity transmits to others. Research highlights the positive impact of kindness training on young children; promoting compassion and improving social skills being two of the most notable benefits. Investing values of kindness and empathy in children from an early age is essential, as it sets the foundation for a profoundly positive impact on their lives and the world around them.
Below are the positive impacts of practicing kindness:
To your brain
Boosts serotonin and dopamine, those cool neurotransmitters make your brain’s pleasure - reward center light up.
Release endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers.
Blood pressure buddy
Brings down blood pressure, keeping it in check.
Heart health hero!
Improves heart health, which means saying bye-bye to cardiovascular issues.
Kindness and cancer support!
Helps people dealing with cancer feel the support they need.
Stress and depression buster.
Acts like a stress antidote, making those stressful vibes take a backseat.
Resiliency booster.
When you feel good and have a strong immune system, it helps you stay strong when things get rough. It's like having a superpower to stay cool and handle tough times like a champ!
Below are suggestions to teach and encourage children about kindness:
1. Involve Children in Volunteer Activities:
Participate in volunteer activities as a family, such as serving at a local food bank, joining a community clean-up, or visiting a nursing home. Experiencing the impact of their actions firsthand can inspire children to continue performing acts of kindness.
2. Share Stories of Kindness:
Read books or share stories with your children that highlight acts of kindness and compassion. Discuss the characters' actions and the positive outcomes of their kindness.
3. Practice Politeness:
Encourage saying "please" and, especially, "thank you."
4. Spread Positivity:
Smile and wish a passerby good morning or afternoon – from a socially acceptable distance.
5. Sibling Support:
Help a sibling; it can be as simple as providing guidance with homework.
6. Kindness Cards for Kids:
Consider using kindness cards as a fun way to encourage thoughtful actions.
By incorporating these strategies into your parenting approach, you can help instill a strong sense of empathy and compassion in your children, fostering a culture of kindness that extends beyond the family and into the community.
Spread that kindness and let the good vibes roll! 🌟
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