Introduction: 

The power of compassion and kindness 

Hello GYT seekers, again we are here with the eye-opener article about the Power of Compassion and kindness in today’s life.

A lot of people are asking the Question,

Is compassion and kindness the same thing? 

Let’s understand what is the difference between kindness and compassion.: 

Compassion:

Compassion is having a deep understanding of other’s pain or suffering, not just regretting their pain or suffering but also connecting emotionally with them and offering Help in their sufferings.

For instance: 

When we see someone in emotional trauma we try to show empathy and act to make a positive difference.

Kindness:

Kindness is being generous to others, and giving equal value to all who communicate with you, being friendly with them. A small act of Helping others and giving compliments to someone is kindness.

Kindness doesn’t require big action to make an impact, just a small act of kindness can uplift someone’s spirit.

I promise you by reading this article, you will be a different person, you will feel a big difference in you. You will start being a reason for people’s smiles. And empathy for sad people will instill inside of you. 

And you will find Kindness and compassion quotes at the end of every heading point.

What researchers are saying about Compassion and kindness?

Many studies have shown that acts of kindness and compassion will improve mental health. Act of kindness releases “feel good” hormones like Oxytocin and serotonin which are responsible for good feelings inside of us.

Harvard University:

A study conducted by Harvard University that those who practice kindness and compassion in daily life, can live a life with satisfaction and have a beautiful experience in improving relationships.

There are many health benefits also noted by doing kind acts. 

• Like doing kind acts will lead to lower blood pressure because it triggers the release of Oxytocin which is also referred to as love hormones.
• University of Michigan researched kindness, it shows that those who indulge in regular acts of kindness tend to live longer lives, because kindness reduces stress and worries.

Emory University:

Emory University conducted a study that shows kindness releases serotonin which is responsible for healing wounds, calming the nervous system, and happiness.

Now we are aware of the power of compassion and Kindness,

further, we will discuss why it is important and how it affects the world positively.

Why is it important to be kind and compassionate

“GOOD DEEDS BRING US HAPPINESS”

Our act of kindness and compassion expresses our character.

Research shows that a major way we can boost our well-being is by being kind to others.

In our daily life, we often get an opportunity to help others, by choosing to help others we can make a big impact in someone’s life.

Actually, sometimes God takes a test of us, and they create Small situations around us in which we can perform Kindness and compassion. Remember God is always watching. And we never know which act of kindness will be rewarded many times over.

Nowadays many people are suffering from many life problems like stress, tension, sadness, etc. which release Cortisol Hormones in our body.

To undo the effect of cortisol hormones, our body needs happy hormones like Oxytocin and serotonin. Practicing kindness in everyday life Will help you to get these hormones.

Huge oxytocin is released when a woman gives birth to a child. The more oxytocin we have in our body the more generous we become. There are many ways to get this chemical and one of them is the act of kindness and compassion.

There are a lot of other life-changing benefits of compassion and Kindness.

There is a beautiful Quote about kindness:

“Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see” 

•  Mark Twain

Thus, we should always be a part of a kind and compassionate community that always prefers to help others.

Ripple Effect of Kindness 

Lord Krishna has said:

“Whatever KARMA we have done will definitely come back to us.”

This Earth Has a Round shape. It doesn’t have a corner to keep your KARMAS.

So The act of kindness also creates a ripple effect. 

There is a beautiful Quote about kindness and compassion:-

“A Simple Act Of Caring Creates Endless Ripples That Come Bakes To You”

Whenever you find someone in trouble or helpless, then don’t wait for someone to help them, but take a step forward and be the one drop of kindness and spread warm ripples around you. 

If you develop a spirit of kindness and compassion, Who knows by seeing you someone will get a vibe of kindness and compassion, and they will start doing the same with others.

This is the power of compassion and Kindness, that if you do any small kind act with someone that releases likewise vibrations around you, and it positively affects your surroundings.

Quote:-

“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the water and create many ripples”.    

•  Mother Teresa 

Practicing self-compassion at the first step

Sometimes what we are doing is, by seeing others doing kind acts or being compassionate with others, we also get a little kick to be kind and compassionate with others. 

It’s a very positive thing that someone’s kind act affects you and you are thought to be kind to others. But firstly you must have to be kind and compassionate with yourself.

Once you feel kindness and Compassion towards yourself, you will realize the actual power of kindness and compassion that you will spread to others.

Kindness and compassion must be practiced with oneself first. It’s a first step to installing kindness and compassion inside of you.

Quote:- 

“Compassion is not complete, if it doesn’t include oneself.”

• Allan lokos

Acts of kindness: small gestures big impact

Acts of kindness are very small gestures that we practice with others, but the ripples of these small gestures have extremely powerful vibrations that can impact both the giver and receiver. 

Let’s take an instance of this:-

Once I was walking on a street and I see there is a old men going with the hand cart of Vegetables, and suddenly 

The cart stopped and many Vegetables were Dispersed across the road.

Everyone is just watching old men struggling to gather all the Vegetables that are dispersed on the road. I took a step towards that old man and started helping her to gather those Vegetables on the road.

By watching me slowly, people who were just watching that old man started helping him gather all the Vegetables that were dispersed on the road.

The power of compassion and kindness can impact your surroundings in a very positive wa

Your small act of empathy can inspire others to do the same with others. And the beautiful bubble of kindness will be created by like-minded Souls.

According to science and the research conducted by many universities, acts of kindness compassion, and the Act of generosity are responsible for releasing Oxytocin and serotonin in our body which are known for happy hormones.

Quote:- 

Philosopher of Alexandria once said:-

“Be Kind Towards Anyone You Meet, Because They Are All Engaged In A Big Battle.”

Mindful listening: showing compassion through attention 

Sometimes what people are doing, when old men or less rich or normal men try to talk with them, they ignore them by seeing their outfit and their condition.

When you are there in that moment with them, when you give pure attention to them, when you listen to their story, and feel their emotions of, and put yourself into their shoes, then they will feel valued, and happy to share things with you.

Mindful listening is a beautiful way to show compassion through attention, and It will help you to stay connected with people.

Kindness is not only helping others and solving problems, but if you give individual attention to someone and listen to them, it’s also a beautiful act of compassion that shows you care about others. 

Quote:- 

“The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the greatest intention” 

• Kahil Gibran

Spreading kindness in your community and beyond

We often get an opportunity to do an act of kindness and compassion but with that, we also get an opportunity to spread it in our community.

Spreading kindness means, once you help someone and in return, if they are thankful to you, then give a beautiful smile and encourage them to do the same with others.This is how kindness in a relationship works.

By spreading kindness in your community you will experience beautiful relationships with people you have. You will slowly notice the power of kindness in a relationship.

Quote:- 

“God cannot reach all people, that is why He gave us strength and mercy so that we can spread it to others”

•  Keval Soni (The men behind this blog)

Conclusion: Apply kindness and compassion in your daily life.

Now we all are familiar with the power of compassion and kindness. 

Kindness and compassion are the greatest gifts we can offer the world.

It is easy to say that we should apply kindness and compassion in our daily lives. But the question is:

How to cultivate kindness and compassion in our daily lives?

If you want to start a kind act in your daily life, start with a Random Act Of Kindness. 

What is the Random Act of Kindness?

We go outside of the house daily, and we often face many situations like, 

Random acts of kindness ideas:-

1. A blind lady trying to cross the road,  

    You can hold her hand and help her to cross the road.

2. a small creature or insect struggling to stand up, 

You can help them to stand up and let them fly in the sky.

3. many animals that can’t speak need food to survive

You can always take food for animals who don’t have owners. 

4. If someone asks you for an address somewhere.

You can help them to reach their chosen location.

5. You go somewhere and you see there are a lot of dogs 

 You can buy biscuits for them.

6. You go to a restaurant and see a few beggars seated outside of the restaurant.

You can buy a tiffin parcel for them. It’s normal for you but not for them.

Etc.

All these are random situations where you can practice Random acts of kindness. The impact of kindness acts creates a ripple effect that can inspire others to do the same with others.

By taking a small step towards kindness you can change your vibes along with people who stay around you.

I hope this article might be an eye-opener for you and I want your promise that you will start taking part in God’s Work.

Yes, kindness is God’s work, and we can perform it on their behalf.