Tag Archives: kindness

Self-compassion

Self-compassion allows us to look honestly at our lives without judgment. It gives us the emotional safety to acknowledge what isn’t working, while also recognizing that struggle is part of being human. When we meet ourselves with warmth instead of … Continue reading

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How to be a villager

“Everybody’s longing for community. We long to be part of a village. We long to havepeople come over and help us. But when’s the last time you’ve hosted something? When’s the last time you helped somebody move? When’s the last … Continue reading

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RAVE

RAVE to George! He pulled over on a hectic section of I-5 South to help my friend and me change our flat tire. We were facing a one-plus hour wait for roadside assistance. He shared that he used to help people … Continue reading

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Celebrating Kindness

RAVE to the young woman who randomly gave me a beautiful bouquet of flowers in the parking lot of a Metropolitan Market! RAVE to MSHH Donor Closet and its volunteers. My son died in January, and we had a wheelchair and other items … Continue reading

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When an Angel Walked In

It was a bittersweet day. After having my new business broken into for the second time in just a few short months, it felt like another setback. Community leaders and the police major came out to my store to show support and encourage me to … Continue reading

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