The Whole Cure Wellness Wednesday: 10 Ways to Spread Hope Through The Gift of Kindness & Prayers for Peace

This past week the world witnessed horror and sadness on a day that was meant to acknowledge the value of human kindness. World Kindness Day is observed around the world to highlight the positive power of kindness and the common thread of compassion which connects us all. While we can easily feel powerless in a world full of strife, we each have the power to touch someone in a positive, meaningful way. 

The anguish of terror and suffering is difficult to comprehend and can leave us doubting everything we believed about humanity. While the violence in Paris and in too many places around the globe seems to be the antithesis of kindness, it also brings attention to the strength of humanity and the power of connection, compassion and support that we can have for one another. 

Amidst the overwhelming nature of all that troubles our world, hope may seem naive or like a childish dream. But violence and cruelty often stems from a lack of hope, arising from a vast hopelessness. Conversely, compassion connects us at a soul level and pulls us up when hope seems lost. When we are supported and connected, we can be hopeful. 

In Paris and across the globe, people reached out to help one another; sharing prayers, donating blood, opening their doors to provide sanctuary to those stranded by the violence and gathering in solidarity. These tragedies highlight the suffering of too many around the world but also the power of human kindness. 

Living your life from a place of unconditional kindness, for yourself and others, is a key element of The Whole Cure. When you act with kindness and compassion, you can add a much-needed ease and grace to your life.

Genuine kindness comes from the heart. It cannot be faked or forced. It arises when the soul recognizes that another person deserves the same love and openness that you desire.  As you approach life without judgment towards yourself or others, you will notice that there is a shift in your perception and experience of life. Compassion enhances our connections with ourselves, with those we interact with and with the world around us.

Make kindness–toward yourself and others–a daily habit! 

Take inspiration from the people of Paris and those around the globe who are striving for a more kind, peaceful world. Though it is easy to feel powerless amidst such violence, we as global citizens can start at home, in our own communities, to find ways to help our neighbors and reach out to our fellow human beings. 

Use these ideas as inspiration to reignite the spark of compassion between all of us and spread hope through simple acts of love and kindness.

 

• Start with self-compassion.
  • How often do we fail to act in a kind way to ourselves? Maybe you over exercise, overeat, drink more than you intended or self-criticize. Speak and act positively towards yourself and about others. Your words reflect your thoughts and make a huge impact on your life. When we become more aware of the ways we habitually react to situations, we regain the power to step back, pause and choose how to purposefully act.
  • Make a habit of taking time to act kindly towards yourself-get a massage, allow yourself time to simply relax or buy yourself a bouquet of flowers. Whatever you give to yourself, do it with consciousness and an open heart.

• Listen openly without interrupting or judging.
• Be willing to say no when you feel it is appropriate. 

• Give without expecting something in return.
• Write a thank-you card for someone that has helped you. Show people you value them and appreciate their kindness. 

• Tell someone what you appreciate about him or her.
• Reconnect with an old friend.
• Leave uplifting, positive comments on social media or blogs you enjoy.

• Compliment someone. Often we get caught up in judgement of others as well as ourselves. We may think “I look fat in the mirror.” or “Her shirt is so ugly.” or “I can’t believe she said that!” Instead, focus on the positive. Think about what you like, admire and appreciate about yourself and others and tell them!  Share a genuine complement with a co-worker, acquaintance, friend or family member.

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How do you spread kindness around you? What gives you hope?

May we all believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word.

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I invite you to embrace the Whole Cure today and reconnect with your heart and spirit so that you can navigate the natural cycles of life with compassion, joy and equanimity!

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