8 Easy Ways to Be a Kind Human

What other people do with their lives is none of your business. You’re not walking in their shoes. Gossip says far more about the person gossiping than it ever could about the person who is being discussed.

Show genuine interest in the lives of others, and give them your attention. We all have a desire to be heard, seen and respected. Ask questions about people’s lives and genuinely listen to their responses. Give people a chance to feel important.

Smiling is the easiest way to spread a little good energy. You don’t even have to know a person, yet you can still show them a little kindness and warm up their day with a smile.

Take the time to say hello and acknowledge people when you walk into a room. A quick “hello” in the morning can set the day up on a positive note when you are relating to others. It shows the other person you care.

We are all cut from the same cloth; divine sparks of magic in human form. We may have different roles in life, but that doesn’t make any of us more important. A truly kind person will show everyone respect regardless of their job or title.

If you are blessed to have all you need, be willing to give a little. We teach our children to share their toys so don’t be a greedy adult. Where you can – give. It may be time, money or resources, but look for opportunities to share with those who are less fortunate than you.

If somebody does something for you, take the time to acknowledge it. A simple and genuine “thank you” can warm the heart of another. Always take the time to acknowledge when you are grateful for what someone has done for you.

Kindness matters. Some days we will naturally be better at demonstrating it than others, but every day brings a fresh opportunity to live up to the type of ideal you aspire. Keep kindness front of mind and always look for little opportunities to brighten the day of someone else.