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kindness quotes 200+ Collections
kindness quotes
Human kindness has never weakened the stamina or softened the fiber of a free people. A nation does not have to be cruel to be tough. – Franklin D. Roosevelt
Constant kindness can accomplish much. As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust, and hostility to evaporate. —Albert Schweitzer
Be mindful. Be grateful. Be positive. Be true. Be kind. ― Roy T. Bennett
Kindness is an electrical spark of life that runs through all kingdoms and has a reciprocal action when shown to others. —Joe Hayes
Just imagine how different the world could be if we all spoke to everyone with respect and kindness. -Holly Branson
Simple kindness may be the most vital key to the riddle of how human beings can live with each other in peace, and care properly for this planet we all share. – Bo Lozoff
Kind words do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much. -Blaise Pascal
A laugh, to be joyous, must flow from a joyous heart, for without kindness, there can be no true joy. -Thomas Carlyle
A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees. -Amelia Earhart
You can accomplish by kindness what you cannot by force. -PUBILIUS SYRUS
be kind quotes
Kindness can transform someone’s dark moment with a blaze of light. You’ll never know how much your caring matters. Make a difference for another today. —Amy Leigh Mercree
The words of kindness are more healing to a drooping heart than balm or honey. – Sarah Fielding
You can get much further with a kind word and a gun than you can with a kind word alone. ― Al Capone
A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees. – Amelia Earhart
Compassion isn’t about solutions. It’s about giving all the love that you’ve got.
I feel like anything I’m doing in life, I try to stay myself and be as honest and true as I can be, you know, and be a nice person. I’ve always been taught to be kind to people and have an open mind about life. -Liam Hemsworth
One who knows how to show and to accept kindness will be a friend better than any possession. -Sophocles
Spread the love wherever you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier. – Mother Teresa
Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive. – Dalai Lama
Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. -Mark Twain
being kind quotes
Kindness is a passport that opens doors and fashions friends. It softens hearts and molds relationships that can last lifetimes. – Joseph B. Wirthlin
One who knows how to show and to accept kindness will be a friend better than any possession. -Sophocles
Kindness is the golden chain by which society is bound together.
Be so good they can’t ignore you. – Steve Martin
It is only when a man tames his own demons that he becomes the king of himself if not of the world. ― Joseph Campbell
Beautiful spirit and an evil heart don’t match. ― Germany Kent
That’s the biggest thing: be kind and be original. -Lil Rel Howery
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. – Wendy Mass
Act with kindness, but do not expect gratitude. -Confucius
Just imagine how different the world could be if we all spoke to everyone with respect and kindness. – Holly Branson
kindness quotes for kids
What this world needs is a new kind of army—the army of the kind. —Cleveland Amory
Constant kindness can accomplish much. As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust, and hostility to evaporate. -Albert Schweitzer
Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love. ― Lao Tzu
Never be so busy as not to think of others. – Mother Teresa
Be kinder to yourself. And then let your kindness flood the world. -Pema Chodron
Good words bring good feelings to the heart. Speak with kindness, always. -Rod Williams
True beauty is born through our actions and aspirations and in the kindness we offer to others. – Alek Wek
Only a smile, only a word, only a kindness done. A brief exchange, a little light of love from one to one. -John McLeod
Create actions for the words or phrases in the quotation, and use them as you say the quotation aloud together.
A child is a beam of sunlight from the Infinite and Eternal, with possibilities of virtue and vice, but as yet unstained. — Lyman Abbott
be kind to yourself quotes
You are doing the best you can do right now. Stop beating yourself up – Steven Aitchison.
The most proactive approach is to instantly acknowledge the mistake you made, fixing it and learning something valuable from it. – Stephen R. Covey
Be kind to yourself. God thinks you’re worth his kindness. And he’s a good judge of character. -Max Lucado
People will come and go in life, but the person in the mirror will be there forever. So be good to yourself.
Be kind to yourself, to others and everything around you.
I am willing to release the need to be unworthy. I am worthy of the very best in life, and I now lovingly allow myself to accept it -Louise L. Hay
A warrior feeds her body well. She trains it, works on it. Where she lacks knowledge, she studies. But above all, she must believe in her strength of will, purpose, and heart and soul.
Respect yourself, love yourself, because there has never been a person like you and there never will be again. Osho
This is a moment of suffering. Suffering is part of life. May I be kind to myself in this moment. May I give myself the compassion I need. — Kristin Neff
Because in this harsh world, gentleness is important. Kindness is integral to gentleness. And being kind to myself and others is the least I can do. -Shanna Loga
short kindness quotes
Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” – Mark Twain
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
We can’t heal the world today, but we can begin with a voice of compassion, a heart of love, an act of kindness. – Mary Davis
There’s nothing so kingly as kindness, and nothing so royal as truth. -Alice Cary
There is no duty more obligatory than the repayment of kindness. -Cicero
If you want to lift yourself up, lift someone else up. – Booker T. Washington
Kindness is more important than wisdom, and the recognition of this is the beginning of wisdom. -THEODORE ISAAC RUBIN
Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. ― Mark Twain
Kindness cannot be quarantined. ― Germany Kent
A little thought and a little kindness are often worth more than a great deal of money. -John Ruskin
act of kindness quotes
You cannot do a kindness to soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late —Ralph Waldo Emerson
Kindness and politeness are not overrated at all. They’re underused. – Tommy Lee Jones
Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world. —Desmond Tutu.
Kindness begins with the understanding that we all struggle. – Charles Glassman
My religion is simple. My religion is kindness
Every day, some act of kindness comes my way, even if it’s just someone opening the door. It happens every day if you keep an eye out for it. Keeping an eye out, that’s the key. – Aaron Neville
We should give as we would receive, cheerfully, quickly, and without hesitation; for there is no grace in a benefit that sticks to the fingers. —Seneca
One who knows how to show and to accept kindness will be a friend better than any possession. – Sophocles
When you encounter difficulties and contradictions, do not try to break them, but bend them with gentleness and time.- Saint Francis de Sales
Being considerate of others will take your children further in life than any college degree. —Marian Wright Edelman
bible quotes about kindness
Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad. -Proverbs 12:25
She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.
Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
Whoever despises his neighbor is a sinner, but blessed is he who is generous to the poor.
I am the LORD, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight,” declares the LORD. — Jeremiah 9:24
Consider therefore the kindness and sternness of God: sternness to those who fell, but kindness to you, provided that you continue in his kindness. Otherwise, you also will be cut off.
For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin.
She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.
You have granted me life and lovingkindness; And Your care has preserved my spirit.
random acts of kindness quotes
Always be a little kinder than necessary. —James M. Barrie
You can cultivate mercy when you extend acts of compassion and kindness to yourself and to other people. —Bree Miller.
Three things in human life are important. The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind. And the third is to be kind. – Henry James
Secrets are only secrets to those who can’t see. There are many people who got 20-20 vision and can’t see a secret right in front of them. ― Linda Armstrong
Kindness is more important than wisdom, and the recognition of this is the beginning of wisdom. -Theodore Isaac Rubin
One who knows how to show and to accept kindness will be a friend better than any possession. -Sophocles
You can accomplish by kindness what you cannot by force. -Publilius Syrus
Kindness begets kindness evermore. -Sophocles
You might not always have the time to do big, over-the-top random acts of kindness. But every day there’s a chance to help, uplift or impact others in a positive way.
Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love. – Lao-Tzu
inspirational quotes about kindness
A little thought and a little kindness are often worth more than a great deal of money. – John Ruskin
When words are both true and kind, they can change the world —Buddha
Sometimes it takes only one act of kindness and caring to change a person’s life. —Jackie Chan.
No one has ever become poor by giving. ― Anne Frank
Constant kindness can accomplish much. As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust, and hostility to evaporate. – Albert Schweitzer
There’s nothing so kingly as kindness, and nothing so royal as truth. -Alice Cary
Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for a kindness. -Lucius Annaeus Seneca
Kindness has no religion. Religions are like narrow tracks but kindness is like an open sky. -Amit Ray
Ignorant kindness may have the effect of cruelty; but to be angry with it as if it were direct cruelty would be an ignorant unkindness. -GEORGE ELIOT
Kind words do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much. -Blaise Pascal
kind heart quotes
Always be true to yourself and live your best life. ― John R. Miller
Kindness is like snow- It beautifies everything it covers. – Kahlil Gibran
Nothing hurts a good soul and kind heart more than to live amongst people who can’t understand it.
The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the greatest intention. Kahlil Gibran
I like Obama. I don’t know who could do a better job. He’s got an incredibly tough situation, and a good heart and mind. I’d like to see him rally support a little better. -Ted Turner
Kindness is in our power, even when fondness is not.
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible —Dalai Lama
Angels only care about what you look like on the inside. A pure heart is the vessel that contains a soul’s true beauty. – Molly Friedenfeld
The everyday kindness of the back roads more than makes up for the acts of greed in the headlines. – Charles Kuralt
With a good heart,you can win many battles.
love and kindness quotes
Loving-kindness always point in the direction of truthful,wise,compassionate,understanding and forgiving actions. ― Celeste Hoeden
Treat everyone with respect and kindness. Period. No exceptions. -Kiana Tom
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. – Wendy Mass
She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.
Do not think that love, in order to be genuine, has to be extraordinary
With mindfulness, loving kindness, and self-compassion, we can begin to let go of our expectations about how life and those we love should be. -Sharon Salzberg
Through the kindness we bestow on others and through the kindness others bestow upon us — we help keep each other afloat in the stormy seas of life.
-Orly Wahba
Choose, everyday, to forgive yourself. You are human, flawed, and most of all worthy of love. — Alison Malee
There are two ways of spreading light. To be a candle or mirror that reflects it. – Edith Wharton
That old law about ‘an eye for an eye’ leaves everybody blind. The time is always right to do the right thing.
one of a kind quotes
Normal is never one of a kind. ― Richie Norton
Being unique is better than being perfect!
Life is mostly froth and bubble; two things stand like stone: Kindness in another’s trouble, courage in our own. – Adam Linday Gordon
How beautiful a day can be when kindness touches it! -George Elliston
The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the greatest intention. -Kahlil Gibran
One who knows how to show and to accept kindness will be a friend better than any possession. – Sophocles
How do we change the world? One random act of kindness at a time. — Morgan Freeman
I believe in a reasonable amount of “right to bear arms”. But private citizens of the United States are not allowed to own nuclear weapons. I always wanted a nuclear weapon, if I could have gotten one. I’m every other kind of power, but I’m not a nuclear power. -Ted Turner
Be honest, be kind, and share the love. – Suzi Quatro
Remember there’s no such things as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end. – Scott Adams
always be kind quotes
I think in this life it’s important to be kind, be thankful, and always be creative. -Bishop Briggs
Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference. They bless the one who receives them, and they bless you, the giver. – Barbara de Angelis
To err on the side of kindness is seldom an error.” —Liz Armbruster.
Always be a little kinder than necessary. -James M. Barrie
If humor and rumor are needed more than faith and truth,
then it tells me something about the kind of world we live today. ― Toba Beta
Don’t let a cruel word escape your mouth. There’s no greater sin than breaking a great. – Kamand Kojouri
What wisdom can you find that is greater than kindness? Jean-Jacques Rousseau
The world is always going to be dangerous, and people get badly banged up, but how can there be more meaning than helping one another stand up in a wind and stay warm? – Anne Lamott
You can be rich in spirit, kindness, love and all those things that you can’t put a dollar sign on. – Dolly Parton
It should be maintained forever because where you quit your kindness, you squandered your dignity.
choose kindness quotes
Never look down on anybody unless you’re helping them up. -Jesse Jackson
When given the choice between being right and being kind, choose kind.
Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor
Kindness makes you the most beautiful person in the world, no matter what you look like. – Anonymous
Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end. – Scott Adams
Because that’s what kindness is. It’s not doing something for someone else because they can’t, but because you can. – Andrew Iskander
Tenderness and kindness are not signs of weakness and despair, but manifestations of strength and resolution. – Kahlil Gibran
Wherever there is a human in need, there is an opportunity for kindness and to make a difference. -Kevin Heath
don t take my kindness for weakness quotes
I’m a very nice guy, but don’t mistake my kindness for weakness. -Robert Herjavec
I no longer have the energy for meaningless friendships, forced interactions or unnecessary conversations. – Joquesse Eugenia
Tenderness and kindness are not signs of weakness and despair but manifestations of strength and resolution.
Be more loving. Great teams are built by authentic leaders who are not afraid to speak truthfully and show kindness. This is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength. -Robin S. Sharma
Don’t mistake my Kindness for weakness. I am kind to everyone, but when someone is unkind to me, weak is not what you are going to remember about me.
Sunshine all the time makes a desert. -Arab Proverb
you thought? I was raised by this street shit Dont take my kindness for weakness Ima grind hard, go harder than you seen bitch Self made boss so i get
Don’t mistake my kindness for weakness. I am kind to everyone, but when someone is unkind to me weak is not what you are going to remember about me. – Al Capone
People mistake my kindness for weakness and take advantage of our friendship.
famous kindness quotes
When words are both true and kind, they can change the world. —Buddha.
Kindness is in our power, even when fondness is not. -Samuel Johnson
Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end. – Scott Adams
Always find opportunities to make someone smile, and to offer random acts of kindness in everyday life. ― Roy T. Bennett
Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world. – Desmond Tutu
How beautiful a day can be when kindness touches it! -George Elliston
The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the greatest intention. -Kahlil Gibran
Getting money is not all a man’s business: to cultivate kindness is a valuable part of the business of life. -Samuel Johnson
Today I bent the truth to be kind, and I have no regret, for I am far surer of what is kind than I am what of what is true. – Robert Brault
A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees. – Amelia Earhart
kind words quotes
Kind words make heart tender. ― Lailah Gifty Akita
Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. -Unknown
Words have no power to impress the mind without the exquisite horror of their reality. -Edgar Allan Poe
Thank you for seeing my pain and walking with me in love. It comforts me to know that you are there for me, and I cherish our friendship.
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. – Aesop
Words may show a man’s wit, but actions his meaning. —Benjamin Franklin
One kind word can change someone’s entire day. -Anonymous
Make up your mind that no matter what comes your way, no matter how difficult, no matter how unfair, you will do more than simply survive. You will thrive in spite of it. – Joel Osteen
When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around. —Willie Nelson
We rise by lifting others. -Robert Ingersoll
kindness for weakness quotes
you must be careful with kindness. It’s usually mistaken for weakness by stupid people.
The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. -Mahatma Gandhi
Respect yourself enough to walk away from anything that no longer serves you, grows you, or makes you happy. – Robert Tew
I don’t worry about people misinterpreting my kindness for weakness.
Never assume that loud is strong and quiet is weak. — Unknown
People confuse goodness with weakness. It is weak people, not good people (goodness demands strength), who are taken advantage of. -Dennis Prager
And kindness is a weakness. I can see that now. But it’s a weakness I’m still not sure I’d want to give up entirely . — Kallypso Masters
Infinite altruism is the basis of peace and happiness. If you want altruism, you must control hate and you must practice patience. The main teachers of patience are our enemies.
Modest, kind or optimistic people often smile more than snobbish, unkind or pessimistic people. – Dr T.P.Chia
Kind words can be short and easy to speak but their echoes are truly endless.
appreciation kindness thank you quotes
Kindness like yours can move mountains. Thank you for your supportive and loving heart. I treasure you!
When we focus on our gratitude, the tide of disappointment goes out and the tide of love rushes in. —Kristin Armstrong
Take the chance to highlight their kindness and make them feel good about who they are! This is also a great opportunity to tell them how much you’re looking forward to the next time you get to see them.
At this difficult time, it’s so nice to feel appreciated.
I can never thank you enough for the things that you do for me. Your constant effort to make me happy is highly appreciated. Thank you!
One way to love yourself and take charge of your life is through the practice of gratitude. Practicing gratitude increases self-awareness.
Kindness is like a viral YouTube video. Every person who sees it feels like sharing it with others. Thanks for sharing your kindness with me.
In our oftentimes cruel world, it’s a breath of fresh air to see people acting so unselfishly towards others, especially strangers. You inspire me so much! Thank you for all that you do!
There’s no possible way, I could ever repay, How I wish, there were more I could do, But, I thank you my friend, my friend to the end. – Jim Thistle
Thank you for sharing your home with me, I had such a great time catching up.