This Kindness exercise allows us to pay attention to what is going on around us so we can be aware in a non-judgmental state and focus on the present. This state of mindfulness allows us to act with kindness which consistently over time leads to more happiness, better health, stronger, long lasting relationships and increased longevity.  “Kind words and actions can seem so small, but their effects are truly endless.” (Author Unknown)

· Visit to learn how to make “Kindness the Norm”. Random Acts of Kindness Week is February 13-19 and Random Acts of Kindness Day is February 17. 

· Visit to learn more: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/

Suggestions on small acts of kindness:

· Pay for the coffee or meal of the person in front of you in line.

· Leave a kind note for someone, no explanation needed.

· Share words of encouragement. You never know who might need them.

· Put your skills to work for someone in need. For example, offer to create a résumé for someone seeking a new job.

· Drop off a load of groceries at the local food pantry.

· Mail a “thinking of you” card to someone you’ve not spoken to in a while.

· Order a bouquet of flowers to be delivered to anyone in the hospital or nursing home.

· Send a thank you note to a school, hospital, local fire department, police department, or any military personnel.

· Just smile.  

· Share the attached coloring page with someone.

· Be kind to yourself by practicing “A Mind Full of Kindness” meditation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgYOBMewsqo

1. Identify one intentional act of kindness you will practice or practiced this week.

2. State one act of kindness extended to you this week. 

3. Caring and Respect for Self and Others is a concept of mind resilience. How is kindness rooted in this core concept?