John M. Sweeney is (as well as being one of Kindness Blog’s inspirations) the creator of Suspended Coffees, a nonprofit organization partnering with a variety
Tag: advice
Life Lessons Learned From Being Homeless – by Kenny Murray
I’ve been homeless four times in my 25 years on this planet. When I was 7 my father kicked my mother, me and my four
Is It Bullying? – A Visual Guide
Wikipedia describes Bullying as; “the use of force, threat, or coercion to abuse, intimidate, or aggressively dominate others. The behavior is often repeated and habitual.”
Hot Dogs Aren’t Really Meat and How to Have the Best Birthday You’ve Ever Had – By Carmelene Melanie Siani
When we got to the hospital I went inside to register on the computerized screen. “Date of Birth?” the computer asked. It happened to be
The Perfect Thing My Doctor Said About My Life With Chronic Illness – By Catherine Richardson
My doctor sat at his desk facing his computer as he read through my chart and got updated on the various specialists I’d seen and
Wisdom of the Elders
There’s this old Wonderbread store where I live, and when I was a kid I would go with my mom sometimes because she liked buying
7 Reasons The Kindest People Are Actually The Strongest – By James Michael Sama
Being a man who writes about kindness and chivalry can bring some interesting lessons. One of which, is just how many people feel as though being kind
My Regrets as a 46-Year Old, and Advice to Others at a Crossroad – By John Jerryson
Hi, my name’s John. I’ve been lurking for a while, but I’ve finally made an account to post this. I need to get my life
The Graduate
In a matter of days, our family will celebrate my oldest daughter’s graduation from elementary school, and I find myself awash in emotions that range from
Let Us Commence – by Anne Lamott
I gave the undergraduate and interdisciplinary studies commencement address at the University of California at Berkeley in May. A number of people asked for a
10 Specific Suggestions for How to Help a Grieving Friend – by Howard Whitman
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from Keys to Happiness, an anthology of articles published in 1954. Most of us want to be helpful
50 Things I Want For My Little Sister – by Lexi Herrick
1. The ability to first fall in love with herself, and with the true beauty that lies within her heart. 2. Many nights spent laughing
Words of Wisdom From a Child
Gabriela, aged-5, offered some good advice for all of us… Source: Daily Saint Share Gabriella’s lovely advice using the buttons below.
Are You Feeling Weighed Down?
Lots to do? Sometimes we need to do nothing for a while so that we can come back, to face our challenges, renewed and with
Read Great-Grandma’s Advice – Aged 97
‘CollectedDog614 ‘ wrote: “My great grandma just turned 97. She wanted me to print this out for her.” Timeless, beautiful wisdom! 🙂
The Importance of Kindness Video
Animated adaptation of a commencement speech given by George Saunders at Syracuse University, May 2013. Please share, thank you 🙂
George Saunders’ Advice to Graduates
George Saunders delivered this convocation speech at Syracuse University for the class of 2013. It subsequently went viral, and there’s a really solid reason for
Sound Advice From Mom
ps…what an incredibly curly thumb! 🙂
“My friend just died. I don’t know what to do.”
Alright, here goes. I’m old. What that means is that I’ve survived (so far) and a lot of people I’ve known and loved did not.
