Kindness isn’t always easy or obvious, because the urgent race to the bottom, to easily measured metrics and to scarcity, can distract us. But bending the arc toward justice, toward dignity and toward connection is our best way forward.

“The longer I live, the more I notice how valuable it is to do one simple thing: be kind.

– When someone does a good job, tell them.

– When someone makes a mistake, forgive them.

– When someone tells you their problems, listen.

Being kind barely costs a thing. You'll hardly remember you did it, but the other person may never forget that you did.”

I agreed to do something for someone for the wrong reasons. I wasn’t being generous or kind. I said yes to be likable and to avoid being seen as “difficult.” Moving forward, I give myself permission to ask for what I need—to take care of myself. I can never be sure about the intentions of others, but I believe that assuming the best about other peo

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