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    Be Kind
    Be Kind
    Be Kind
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    Be Kind

    By Teen Breathe

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    Discover the power of kindness—and how you can change yourself and your world, one act at a time.
     
    Whether you show empathy toward others, or are lucky enough to receive the gift of compassion yourself, kindness has an infinite transformative energy. Practice it every day with the advice in this guide from Teen Breathe, and see how the benefits ripple through your life. Master the art of giving compliments, be welcoming to a new student at school, recognize the hidden strength (not weakness!) in sensitivity, and learn to celebrate rather than fear differences.  And because it’s also important to be kind to yourself too, you’ll get advice for identifying your own good qualities and creating a self-care kit.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherUnion Square & Co.
    Release dateJan 15, 2020
    ISBN9781454936503
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      Be Kind - Teen Breathe

      The power of

      KINDNESS

      There’s a reason that kindness is a major component of the essential teachings of every spiritual philosophy in the world since the beginning of time. After all, kindness is at the heart of so many positive human qualities, including compassion, forgiveness, love, friendship, hope, and generosity. Whether you practice kindness toward others, or are lucky enough to receive the gift of kindness yourself, it has an infinite transformative energy

      Kindness has become a huge movement in the electronic age, despite being generated by a medium that can foster an atmosphere of separateness and aloneness. Today the internet is flooded with heartfelt and well-intentioned ideas from people all over the globe, keen to find ways to practice random kindness and senseless acts of beauty. This phrase was coined by artist Anne Herbert, who wrote it on a tablemat in a Californian restaurant back in 1982. Bestselling author Jack Kornfield included her story in his writing, promptly launching it into the world and inspiring countless generous actions and selfless good deeds.

      BUT CAN YOU BE TOO KIND?

      If you spend too much time doing things for others, it may start to feel like other people are draining your well of kindness completely dry. If this is the case, it might be time to take a step back and ask yourself what is really going on. Being aware of the true reason you’re giving so much is important. Could it stem from a misguided sense of duty or your own need for approval, rather than simple generosity? Being kind to others is wonderful, but don’t forget to be kind to yourself. Do you speak gently to yourself and take good care of you?

      An act of kindness a day

      Why not keep a record of the kind acts you give and receive over the course of a week and note down how they made you feel? Then simply read them back when you need an emotional pick-me-up.

      We rise by lifting others

      Robert Ingersoll

      KINDNESS: THE ESSENTIALS

      The expression be kind to your enemies sums up the very nature of kindness. It acts as a reminder that everyone is part of the same world and, as such, deserves to be treated with kindness and compassion.

      Even the smallest act of kindness can have a profound effect. Aesop, the ancient Greek fable writer, was certainly onto something when he said, No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. Think about a time when you received a warm smile from a stranger when you were feeling low, or someone helped you to carry your heavy luggage, rather than watch you struggle. Both have transformed a negative into something positive.

      Kindness is contagious. When people are kind to each other, a sort of alchemy flows between them. It’s a win-win because the person giving and the person receiving both enjoy a feel-good buzz. The receiver leaves the exchange more likely to want to pay it forward or to share the generosity to others. And so the magic spreads.

      Kindness is a willingness to full-heartedly celebrate someone else’s successes—to be openly happy for the other person. It’s a wonderful way to lead a more positive life and get more in return.

      Practicing kindness on a daily basis can transform your view of the world. Those little exchanges all add up, helping to create feelings of trust and safety. We’re all in this together and can help each other along the way.

      The heart-opening benefits of kindness will ripple through all aspects of your life. You’ll be more mindful of everyone around you and will experience greater feelings of contentment and ease.

      A wonderful world of

      DIFFERENCE

      Don’t fear cultural contrasts—celebrate them

      We are all different but we are all equal is a motto everyone should strive to live by. The world is full of people of different races, religions, sexualities, and abilities and that’s what makes life interesting. Everyone has the right to exist happily as long as they aren’t causing harm to others—yet still some people are afraid of those they consider to be different from them. They may mock others who don’t share the same interests or because they look different. Sadly, as you may see in the news, some even lash out violently at people with different beliefs and values.

      Luckily, most people realize that whatever people’s differences, underneath everyone is the same. We are all human, with similar hopes and dreams. Cultural differences are things to be celebrated as there are so many ways they can change everyone’s lives for the better.

      VIVE LA DIFFERENCE!

      Here are a few tips on how you can embrace other cultures while enhancing your own world at the same time . . .

      1 Be curious

      At school or at clubs you will be surrounded by many different people and you may hear them talking about an aspect of their life which interests you, such as a religious holiday or food that they eat. If you’re sure they’re happy to talk about it, ask them questions. No one should be afraid to talk about their differences but sometimes people may find issues difficult or embarrassing to discuss. If you’re unsure, approach it in a respectful way, for example: Do you mind if I ask you about what you mentioned earlier? If you’re worried you’ll offend someone, you could always ask your teacher if a question is appropriate.

      2 Be open

      If you’re different in a very particular way from the rest of your class, consider how you might help to educate your peers about it. It could be that you invite them to your home, or bring in food for them to taste. Speak to your teacher to see if you can do something in school to help others understand a different culture. People are curious and want to know but may be fearful of being offensive—try to break the cycle by making the first move.

      3 Educate yourself

      Other people’s histories and traditions can be fascinating. If there’s a particular culture you’re interested in, look it up on the internet and read about it in novels. Speak to your tutor or student council about holding a diversity day to celebrate the many cultural differences.

      4 Learn a new language

      Hola! Bonjour! Ciao! How many languages can you speak? You could take on a new challenge and learn new words and phrases from other languages. There are many apps and online videos available to anyone who wants to learn another language. Just choose a language you’re interested in and see how much you enjoy it. Learning a few words really can make you feel like you’re embracing a fresh world.

      5 Play music

      You have access to music from across the world on streaming sites such as Spotify™ and Apple Music™, so think about looking at what’s in the download charts for different countries and listen to their top 10 singles chart. Hearing the words of songs in other languages is great and a different way to learn. You may even find a new singer you like who no one else has heard of—yet.

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