Try a Little Kindness

Life is not easy. It is a constant struggle. We struggle to land that job, to put food on the table, we struggle with relationship problems, personal problems, health issues... The list goes on. We struggle to stay alive, dealing with difficulties life heaps upon us moment after moment – the decisions we have to make, the chances we have to take.

No wonder some people go crazy, and there are some who took the easy way out, by ending it all. They got overwhelmed, and in a moment of despair decided to give up on life and end it all.

The rest of us put on a brave front and do the best we can, while battling our sorrow and pain, our demons, and our insecurities. All we hope for is that maybe someone will understand what we are going through and empathise with us. A kind word, a smiling face, a few words of encouragement, even from a complete stranger, is very much appreciated.

Unfortunately, we are so wrapped up in our problems, we failed to see that the people around us are also dealing with their own problems in any way they can. Sometimes, their loud, obnoxious behaviour is a scream for attention, and help.

Kindness is a rare commodity – so rare that people are surprised, or become suspicious when they are showed kindness. The world at large needs kindness. So, be kind, always – especially if you are the lucky ones who get some respite from life. Whenever possible, wherever possible, be kind. It’s always possible. It could be as simple as a smile, a kind word of encouragement or a word of empathy.

Imagine what a wonderful world/life this will be, if everyone is kind to another, helping one another.

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Do not underestimate a moment of kindness. It has the power to change lives in ways you may never know. - Unknown

It is not genius, nor glory, nor love that reflects the greatness of the human soul; it is kindness. - Unknown

Kindness always happens at the beginning of a smile. - Robert Clancy

Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. - Mark Twain

Never regret the right things you’ve done, even for the wrong persons. Kindness should be universal, not selective. - Unknown

One of the most difficult things to give away is kindness – it is usually returned. - Cort R. Flint

That best portion of a good man’s life, – his little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and of love. - William Wordsworth

The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention. - Oscar Wilde

Do not consider any act of kindness insignificant, even meeting your brother with a cheerful face. - Unknown

A little spark of kindness can put a colossal burst of sunshine into someone’s life. - Unknown

So, always have a kind word, or a smile ready. There will always be a demand for them. And always show more kindness than seems necessary, because the person receiving it needs it more than you will ever know.

Like the song says, when we try a little kindness, we will overlook the blindness of narrow mind people on their narrow minded streets.

Glen Campbell performing Try A Little Kindness live

And if you want to learn to sing the song, here’s one with lyrics.

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we all need kindness in our lives don't we... especially when one is down and out !

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A very nice post Vincent. Thank you for your kindness in taking the time to write and share with others. I've resteemed it.

The second video is unavailable when i click it by the way. You might wanna check that out & if you cant find a replacement then add they lyrics instead if you can find them. I always prefer to have lyrics / subtitle as my hearing is not so good.

I look forward to seeeing more of your posts.

Namaste
Atma

I thank you too Atma for your kind words, and for resteeming the post. I checked the second video and it was showing fine. I wonder what happened there.
Vincent

Howdy sir Vincent! Well shoot, I'll just be mean as a junkyard dog then, that way people won't be suspicious of me! lol. Glen Campbell was the best.

Howdy Jonboy. Just be who you are. Nobody will be suspicious of you. 😎

Well if I was over there EVERYONE would be suspicious of me! lol. they'd say who's THAT cowboy and what is he doing here?? lol.

Howdy Jonboy. Nah. Singaporeans are used to all sorts of weirdos. 😊

What? Are you callin me a weirdo? Hey I resemble that statement! I might be weird but what did you do over the weekend?

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