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Sending Our Problems Downstream

OK Doomer • 225 implied HN points • 31 Jul 25
🎭️ Culture Kindness
  1. People often pass their negative feelings to others instead of dealing with them. It’s like a cycle where one person's bad mood affects another.
  2. We’re facing deeper issues than just loneliness; we're not giving ourselves enough space to feel safe and cared for. This can lead to increased aggression and disconnection in society.
  3. Doing small acts of kindness can help us regain a sense of control and connection in a world that feels chaotic and hostile. It's important to clean up our reactions rather than pass on our frustrations.

Kindness

Venture Prose • 379 implied HN points • 25 Jun 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Kindness
  1. Kindness should be a default currency when engaging with people, not something to reserve only for special situations.
  2. Expressing kindness can help to quickly determine if someone is trustworthy or not.
  3. Kindness is a valuable attribute that triggers positive responses, builds trust, and fosters happiness.

Overcoming

Innovation Nation • 137 implied HN points • 15 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Kindness
  1. People go through struggles, some more publicly than others, but everyone faces challenges in life.
  2. Kindness is important because we never know the inner demons someone might be dealing with.
  3. There is a severe mental illness problem in the US, especially among young adults, so treating each other with kindness can help society heal.

A New Romanticism

Marginally Compelling • 52 implied HN points • 04 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Kindness
  1. Kindness can overpower cynicism in the face of nihilism and irony.
  2. Brandon Sanderson's approach to writing is based on empathy and finding wonder in people.
  3. There is a call for a return to 'New Romanticism' focusing on kindness, uniqueness, and human potential.

I got goosed!

My Home Office Hacks • 2 implied HN points • 09 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Kindness
  1. Acts of kindness can create a ripple effect. One good deed can inspire another, leading to more positive moments.
  2. Sometimes, unexpected conversations can lead to meaningful connections. Sharing personal experiences can help both parties heal and find comfort.
  3. Be cautious with emails about payments, especially around holidays. Always check your accounts directly to avoid scams.

Be a Helper

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 16 May 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Kindness
  1. During the pandemic, people are exchanging friendly greetings more than ever before, even with just their eyes.
  2. True kindness is helping others without seeking praise or recognition.
  3. Small acts of kindness, even when done in secret, have a powerful impact on our mental health.

Bite-Sized Self-Care Challenge Day 24

QUALITY BOSS • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Kindness
  1. Doing something nice for others can also make you feel good. Kindness can boost your mood and spread happiness.
  2. Simple acts like holding the door open or buying coffee for someone can brighten someone's day. These little gestures can create a positive impact.
  3. Connecting with friends or family, even just by sending a letter, shows you care and can strengthen your relationships.

Are You Encouraging or Cutting Others Down?

Spilled Coffee • 0 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Kindness
  1. In a world centered around social media validation, we often forget about real-life connections and kindness.
  2. Instead of criticizing and cutting others down, we should encourage and support them in their pursuits.
  3. We all need to improve how we treat others, offering help, insight, and kindness to create a more supportive community.

Adam Smith on Loving Others

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 18 Dec 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Kindness
  1. Adam Smith emphasizes the benefits of being kind and considerate towards others, highlighting that acting lovingly can bring joy, satisfaction, and positive feedback from those around us.
  2. Adam Smith underlines the importance of showing kindness not only to those close to us but also to strangers as a way to build meaningful relationships and create connections with people we may never have met otherwise.
  3. Adam Smith points out that being loving towards others can lead to success, as showing care and generosity can help us achieve our own goals, create positive relationships, and open up new opportunities.
  4. Adam Smith's ideas on being lovely still hold true today, showing that demonstrating love towards others can lead to personal fulfillment, meaningful connections, and unexpected opportunities.

How Adam Smith’s Theory of Human Nature Can Help Us Be More “Lovely”

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 18 Dec 22
📖 Philosophy Kindness
  1. Adam Smith promoted the idea of being 'lovely' by showing kindness, generosity, humility, and empathy towards others.
  2. To be 'lovely' in our daily lives, we can get involved with our community, understand diverse perspectives, and be mindful of our actions to create positive relationships.
  3. Striving to be 'lovely' according to Adam Smith can lead to more positive relationships, understanding between different groups, and a harmonious society.

#18: How to make people happy; Theory of Mind; On sarcasm; Kind vs nice

I Learned • 0 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Kindness
  1. Express gratitude, give genuine compliments, and reach out to old contacts to make people (including yourself) happier.
  2. Having a strong theory of mind is important for efficient collaboration and decision-making in a team or leadership role.
  3. Sarcasm may not contribute positively to discussions and problem-solving, while aiming to be kind rather than just nice can lead to more constructive feedback and growth.