It's a hazy day in Hong Kong and as I was surfing the web for a bit of inspiration I came across this great foundation with a long but meaningfull name: the random acts of kindness foundation.
The idea of kindness or lack thereof resonates strongly to me; especially today. I've lost someone very near and dear to me and can't help but think that maybe the outcome would've been different or at least more amicable, was I a little kinder towards him.
Anyway, here are 10 ideas for kindness that I got from the above mentioned site:
1. Say hello
2. Visit a friend
3. Let another go first
4. Forgive mistakes
5. Share a smile
6. Say hello
7. Lend a hand
8. Be tolerant
9. Offer a hug
10. Do an act of kindness every day
To that I would add:
Don't try to convert people to feel the same as you do about life; choose your battles carefully; turn a blind eye sometimes; stop gushing about yourself and your achievements and listen to what others are saying for a change AND be positive, even if it means you need to "fake" it (the real deal will follow soon enough).
I'm off to go smile and say hello to people - over a coffee of course.
Kung Hei Fat Choy!
