The Many Reasons to Be Kind

KIND-NESS:  the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate

Being kind to others not only feels good but it is good for your health.  So being kind should be a no brainer, right?  Acts of kindness have been shown to reduce blood pressure, reduce pain, increase healing and acceptance by others, and to boost one’s state of joyfulness.  Acts of kindness can improve relationships and forge bonds that develop into lasting friendships.

Being kind means different things to different people.  There is a difference between being kind and being nice!  A kind person often does helpful things like run an errand, drop by to check in on a neighbor who has just come home from the hospital, make a soup for a dear friend who is feeling blue – all gestures from the heart without expecting anything in return.  The greatest part about kindness is that it does not have to take time or money  - the smallest acts are often the most impactful and sustainable over time.  And a wonderful habit to teach children!

Next time in the grocery store checkout line, let that person with two or three items go ahead of you.  Send a note to school with your child to thank their teacher for being so supportive during these COVID days.  Don’t forget to thank a first responder, active military, or a veteran for their service.  If your loved ones have outside caregivers, thank them for their empathy and understanding.  It really does take a village!

Senior Helpers of Greater Oklahoma City is blessed to make a difference in the lives of our clients and their families.  Our entire team helps to lighten the load every day.  Whether it be medication reminders, meal preparation, transportation for errands or an escort to appointments, companionship or personal care, our professional caregivers help our seniors stay as healthy, safe, and independent as possible wherever they call home.  We change lives, one client at a time.   Please call us at 405 608 4339 if we can help you or your loved one.