It is no surprise that acts of kindness, compassion, gratitude, giving to others is really good for our immune systems and our stress response. Here are wise and caring thoughts from Simon Sinek about the beauty and necessity of getting out of our self absorption, being present for others and allowing generosity to arise. Share what happens when you practice both random and intentional acts of kindness every day.
The Giving Mindset
We all forget that our own happiness is not solely based on how we live our lives; it’s very much influenced by how others live theirs also. How we’re treated impacts how we feel, daily. Even if for selfish reasons we want to go about our business, do our own thing and live our happy lives, then it matters that we do so with a giving mindset. Next time we walk through a door, lets all commit to holding open that extra three seconds longer so the person walking behind doesn’t have to catch the door we let go of. If we are the ones who happily step to the side as we walk toward someone on the sidewalk, instead of expecting them to move, we’ll all get to where we’re going a little faster. None of us will miss our flights or our meetings or whatever else we’re rushing off to if we let that one person trying to merge into our lane during rush hour just slip in. And the next time the airline runs out of cereal, just turn to the person you’re sitting next to and say, “You have it.” After all, we don’t know who that person is and if they can help us with something we want or need later. Who cares if we get exactly what we want if we can take some comfort in that we helped someone else get exactly what they wanted.
How do Small Acts of generosity, thoughtfulness and kindness make a difference in your life? What happens to you when you are pay attention to what causes genuine happiness for others?
Simon Sinek http://www.startwithwhy.com/
