We live in a fast-paced world; we’re always on the go. We’re always worried about something or someone. And because our brains are continually filled with thoughts and worries, we often fail to stop and do something kind for someone else. Or perhaps its because we are witness to constant suffering, abuse, disease, death, war, hunger, bullying, and violence that we just become numb to it all. Perhaps it has become all too much and we choose to ignore it. However, what we must remember, no matter how distressing the events of the world are, that we have the power to make a change. It starts with each one of us and the understanding that because we are human we have been bestowed with the power to change the world through kindness. Today, consciously choose in any given moment to be kind. The beautiful thing about kindness is that it lives in your heart. It’s always there waiting to come out and make an appearance. You always know it’s a true kindness when you don’t expect anything in return, like gratitude or reciprocation; you simply want to make someone feel better. Today, look for ways to be kind and choose to practice kindness and you just might find that the world in which you live becomes a whole lot kinder back to you.

Just for today, Divine peace and harmony dwell within me and all around me. I feel tolerance, compassion and love for all people, including myself. Kindness, love and appreciation are the greatest gifts I can give. I give them out them out freely and watch them return to me multiplied. I practice loving kindness for everyone including myself. I am safe. I am loved and all is truly well in my world. And so it is.