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Finding meaningful ways to express joy and kindness to those we care about requires a complete understanding of their wants, desires, and interests. It all begins with actively listening to and observing their words, actions, and emotions. If we are present and attentive, we can gain insights into what might please them and make them feel cared for.

Personalizing our gestures and acts of compassion is another way. Tailoring our activities to the tastes and circumstances of the individual demonstrates care and consideration. It could be as simple as surprising them with a small gift relevant to their interests, assisting them with difficult work, or simply spending quality time together doing activities they enjoy.

Acts of kindness can also extend beyond tangible gestures. Offering emotional support, a compassionate ear, or encouraging words can make a significant difference in someone's day. Genuine acts of kindness can have a long-term impact on a person's well-being, fostering deeper connections and creating a positive ripple effect in their own and others' lives.


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Close your eyes and make yourself comfortable, bringing your awareness to your breath. Imagine that you're seated at a table. On the table are four cards, face down. Each card has a name written on it. A name of someone you know. Choose a card and flip it over. Whose name is on the card? Now imagine that person's face in your mind. You have the power to make their day. You just need a little bit of help first. As best you can, open your heart. Expose that deep, vulnerable place within you. Open it wide to the world around you, to the universe, to God. Remember the person on the card, and ask God to help you see what small thing you might do for them today. And now, listen. What ideas, what images come to mind? Will you send them a text? Call them? Invite them to get lunch? Or does something else come to mind? Look for subtle feelings of peace or positive energy that confirm your idea. Now take this energy and go do it.

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Four Cards
Four Cards
Skylight • 03:44

Finding meaningful ways to express joy and kindness to those we care about requires a complete understanding of their wants, desires, and interests. It all begins with actively listening to and observing their words, actions, and emotions. If we are present and attentive, we can gain insights into what might please them and make them feel cared for.

Personalizing our gestures and acts of compassion is another way. Tailoring our activities to the tastes and circumstances of the individual demonstrates care and consideration. It could be as simple as surprising them with a small gift relevant to their interests, assisting them with difficult work, or simply spending quality time together doing activities they enjoy.

Acts of kindness can also extend beyond tangible gestures. Offering emotional support, a compassionate ear, or encouraging words can make a significant difference in someone's day. Genuine acts of kindness can have a long-term impact on a person's well-being, fostering deeper connections and creating a positive ripple effect in their own and others' lives.


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Close your eyes and make yourself comfortable, bringing your awareness to your breath. Imagine that you're seated at a table. On the table are four cards, face down. Each card has a name written on it. A name of someone you know. Choose a card and flip it over. Whose name is on the card? Now imagine that person's face in your mind. You have the power to make their day. You just need a little bit of help first. As best you can, open your heart. Expose that deep, vulnerable place within you. Open it wide to the world around you, to the universe, to God. Remember the person on the card, and ask God to help you see what small thing you might do for them today. And now, listen. What ideas, what images come to mind? Will you send them a text? Call them? Invite them to get lunch? Or does something else come to mind? Look for subtle feelings of peace or positive energy that confirm your idea. Now take this energy and go do it.


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