Think of others

People silently struggle and suffer from all kinds of terrible things. They suffer from depression, ambition, substance abuse, and pretension. They suffer from family tragedy, failing marriages, physical pain, and poverty. There is no end to suffering in case of a huge majority of our populace. People have accepted suffering as their fate. Most of us are focused on our own lives and easily forget to take a moment to think about what other people need. Since goodness and kindness are largely inherent in human kind, doing things for others is actually loved by people for their own satisfaction. Ironically, doing something nice for others isn’t only good for them; it can be good for us, too!

Propelled by the urge to do something for their less fortunate brethren, World Kindness Day was designated is an annual event that encourages individuals to practice kindness in their daily lives. It highlights the importance of empathy, understanding, and cooperation to create a more harmonious and caring world. In 2023, it falls on a Monday - the same day India is celebrating Deepavli , the festival of lights this season - providing an opportunity for people to start their week with acts of kindness and goodwill.

World Kindness Day is to highlight good deeds in the community focusing on the positive power and the common thread of kindness for good which binds us. Kindness is a fundamental part of the human condition which bridges the divides of race, religion, politics, gender and location. World Kindness Day 2023 is a global observance dedicated to promoting and celebrating acts of kindness. This day serves as a reminder of the positive impact that kindness can have on individuals, communities, and the world at large. It encourages people to perform intentional acts of kindness and foster a culture of compassion and generosity.

Participating in World Kindness Day is a simple yet impactful way to make a positive difference in the world. Perform Acts of Kindness: Throughout the day, consciously perform acts of kindness, such as helping a neighbour, complimenting a colleague, or donating to a charity; spread positivity: share uplifting and positive messages on social media to inspire others to be kind and compassionate; volunteer: offer your time to volunteer for a local charity or nonprofit organization that aligns with your values; donate to a charitable cause that you believe in, whether it’s for humanitarian aid, education, or healthcare; teach kindness; educate children and young people about the importance of kindness and empathy through storytelling or classroom activities. Random Acts of kindness include surprising someone with a random act of kindness, such as buying a stranger’s coffee or leaving an encouraging note for a friend.

World Kindness Day is an international holiday that was formed in 1998, to promote kindness throughout the world and is observed annually on November 13 as part of the World Kindness Movement. It is observed in many countries including the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia and the U.A.E. World Kindness Day presents us with the opportunity to reflect upon one of the most important and unifying human principles. On a day devoted to the positive potential of both large and small acts of kindness, try to promote and diffuse this crucial quality that brings people of every kind together. Kindness Cards are also an ongoing activity which can either be passed on to recognize an act of kindness and or ask that an act of kindness be done. Approaches are being made to the United Nations by the peak global body, the World Kindness Movement, to have World Kindness Day officially recognized and its members unanimously sign a Declaration of Support for World Kindness. According to Gulf News, "it is a day that encourages individuals to overlook boundaries, race and religion.”

It was in 2010 that at the request of Michael Lloyd-White, the NSW Federation Parents and Citizens Association wrote to the Minister of The NSW Department of Education to place World Kindness Day on the NSW School Calendar. In 2012, at the request of the Chairman of World Kindness Australia, World Kindness Day was placed on the Federal School Calendar and then the Minister of School Education, Early Childhood, and Youth. The Hon Peter Garret provided a Declaration of Support for World Kindness Australia and placed World Kindness Day on the National School Calendar for over 9000 schools. Ever since, the World Kindness Day has gained recognition and participation from people around the world, making it a day to celebrate and promote positive human interactions.

Schools across the globe are now celebrating World Kindness Day and work with local NGOs such as the Be Kind People Project and Life Vest Inside in the USA. In 2012 in Australia, Marie Bashir, Governor of New South Wales, hosted an event for the first time at Government to celebrate World Kindness Day and accepted a Cool To Be Kind Award from year 3 & 4 students. Australian Councils representing over 1.3 million residents have also signed Declarations of Support for World Kindness Australia placing World Kindness Day on the Council Calendar of Events.

Events include THE BIG HUG, handing out Kindness Cards, Global Flashmob, which was coordinated by Orly Wahba from the US and was held in 15 countries and 33 cities with its images of the event making the big screens in New York City. Canada celebrates with The Kindness Concert and in Singapore in 2009, 45,000 yellow flowers were given away. In 2017 World Kindness day was also celebrated in Slovenia, organized by volunteering organisation Humanitracek as part of their project Randomised Kindness.

The most important pillar of mankind is kindness and as humans, we must never forget to be kind to everyone around us as that is the only way to keep emotions alive and hearts warm. Happy World Kindness Day! World Kindness Day reminds us to always keep the kindness in us alive to make this world a better place to live. We can only save this world by being kind to everyone around us. Happy World Kindness Day! This world will become a much happier and more beautiful place to live with kindness. Never stop being kind. Happy World Kindness Day!

Never miss a chance to perform even the smallest act of kindness. Because no matter how small it is, it will never get wasted. Happy World Kindness Day! You are never so busy that you cannot think of others. You are never so occupied that you can never offer your helping hand. You are never so busy that you cannot be generous. Happy World Kindness Day! If you have the potential and strength to be generous to people with all your heart and soul then you have the power to touch the deepest feelings and melt the toughest hearts. Happy World Kindness Day!