Nice Is A Four-Letter Word
Let’s not confuse nice with kind.
Or random with intentional.
The original definition of kindness goes back to the 14th century: noble deeds and courtesy, as shared by a friend and coach. The modern-day definition of kindness is the act of being generous and friendly.
What was once noble is today dumbed down and diluted.
I want to lead from a place of kindness. Intentional kindness. Deep and deliberate kindness that shows up consistently every day. From being honest and direct to having uncomfortable conversations with positive intentions and asking, 'How can I help?' Intentional, not random.
We celebrate random acts of kindness because of their randomness. Random is a delightful moment - a one-off. Not a state of being where kindness is intentional, deliberate, and consistent.
Nice is fine, and also a four-letter word.
Kindness as a state of being is not arbitrary.
Kindness has the power to change your life and the lives of others.
Kindness in our actions and behaviors isn’t a big stretch.
The kindness to be celebrated is the kindness that embodies how we show up in service to others.
We’ve been barraged by the news of horrible and horrific acts of depravity this week that have hit home to many of us personally and as a society.
Mel Robbins’ quote - Go the extra mile. It’s never crowded. - is a reminder of what the world needs right now.
While my mind works to make sense of the madness, I know that going the extra mile is in my control.
The thought of going the extra mile has me stepping up to:
Learn
Listen
Understand
Where can I make a difference?
Where can I be of support?
How can I help?
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That’s one way for me to step up and take ownership.
Go the extra mile…
Smile as you walk by a stranger today and say Hi. This is a proven mood enhancer for both the giver and receiver — as with all acts of kindness.
Reach out to your contacts with a text message that simply offers a hello; I was thinking of you and hope you are well.
If you have people who work for you, ask them how they are doing, really doing. Look out for the answer, ‘I’m fine.' Fine is also a four-letter word that is a signal to be explored.
The more conversations we can inspire, the closer we get, and the more we understand each other.
Do the unexpected. Jump off of the daily hamster wheel. Stop yourself and think about being more intentional, deliberate, and consistent with kindness.
Kindness is a gift, and it costs nothing.
Kindness, if embraced by all of us, could deliver that much-needed hug we all need right now.
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