To be kind is to love

The world needs more kindness to lift and uphold one another. Yes, being selfless can be draining sometimes.

There are days you’ll say, “I’m not doing this anymore.” Especially when you expected a lot from someone. It leaves you sad and unsettled.

The shock is always that the people on the receiving end are never bothered. It’s like nothing happened.

It leaves you thinking "Am I normal?, am I overreacting or where did I go wrong?.

Then I remember: Variety is the spice of life. People live by the influence of their home, environment, and their own choices. Some might even feel like they are doing the right thing and you are the problem.

Sometimes, it’s not “the devil’s work.” It’s just their inordinate, uncontrolled desires playing out.

Humans know what they’re doing most times and blame-shifting seems easier. That is why honesty and integrity get doubted, even when they’re real.

Just ask someone "How do you feel loved?". They will rush to mention tangible things: money, gifts, clothing, vacations. They barely check or consider the other person’s welfare. It’s always about them.

Receivers do not know boundaries.
You were probably told “givers never lack.” yet wisdom is required, so you don’t become bankrupt or bankrolled.

Kindness does not have a refund policy, So basic gratitude and consideration should be standard. While trying to be kind, be smart smart. Do not change because you were not appreciated today. Kindness leaves rippling effects for the future. Someone, somewhere, will drink from the well and offer sincere gratitude and prayers. To be kind is to love.

Cover image is generated by meta AI.