The idea of kindness, applied to the self and the people encountered, is advised upon in this handy guide to compassionate everyday practices from the author of }Mindfulness{ and }Emotional Intelligence{ YOU HAVE THE POWER TO MAKE THE WORLD A NICER PLACE The hectic pace of everyday life makes it easy to get wrapped up in our own lives and forget each other. So how do we regain that all-important human connection that makes life really worth living? Kindness. Kindness creates an instant bond, whether fleeting or lasting, that makes people feel noticed - and feel like they matter. ONE SMALL ACT OF KINDNESS CAN CHANGE A PERSON'S LIFE, AND THAT PERSON MIGHT EVEN BE YOU When you step out of your own life and take more notice of what's happening in other people's lives, you realise that you have the power to make a difference - a positive difference - in their lives and your own. In Kindness, personal development expert Gill Hasson shows you how to rediscover your worth, boost your confidence and make the world a better place using nothing but the power of being kind to others - and to yourself. Kindness will show you how to: Recognise kindness all around you Identify opportunities to be kind to others Establish a habit of self-care Remain kind in the face of rudeness and apathy See silver linings in even the darkest clouds Packed with tips, ideas, recommendations and advice, Kindness will not only help you see the beauty in the world but also show you how to create some of that beauty yourself. Introduction Part One: Being Kind to Others 1: Being Kind 2: Kindness and Empathy 3: Go Out of Your Way to Make a Difference 4: Kindness and Respect 5: Be Kind When Others are Rude and Inconsiderate Part Two: Being Kind to Yourself 6: Feel Good About Yourself 7: Don t Be So Hard on Yourself; Be Kind 8: Kindness When Your Life is Really Difficult Useful Websites About the Author Index