Kindness Definition

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Kindness, A simple word, a simple gesture, can hold a powerful yet meaningful impact in someone's life. There are so many people in this world that are willing to take the time and to be kind and compassionate towards others. Many have come together and have created organizations to help support many people around the world. An act of Kindness to me means treating others the way that you want to be treated. Kindness should not be forced. I believe kindness resides in all of us, however it is up to the individual to unleash it. It should come from your heart. An act of kindness towards someone else can influence others to do the same. It inspires people to share kindness by watching others benefit from our acts. What can we do to help spread …show more content…

Families grow, styles change, never throw away gently used items, these items can be donated at various shelters churches, donations stores and schools. There are also many pets that need a loving home. One can always adopt a pet and give it a home. There are many organizations where you can send money where they can feed starving children, help with medical expense or donate for a cure. These simple things can changes someone's life. I have seen an act of kindness when my aunt gave a slice of pizza to a homeless man, in chicago. I will never forget the look on his face. I have also heard of an act. When my mom and dad were very young, their tire blew on an abandoned road. All of a sudden, three men, in suits got out of their car and offered to take them to the nearest car shop. It was the only thing my parents could do because back then they didn't have a cell phone and they were scared and young. At the end the three men waited for them until their car was fix and even offered money to pay for the car, luckily my parents had enough. My parents were so grateful and asked for their names and address to send them a thank you note and flowers.The three men explained that they were just glad that they could help and that they were on their way to church. My mom and dad never forgot what those three men did for them. It was a true act of

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