Download or read book Deliberate Acts of Kindness written by Meredith Gould and published by Image. This book was released on 2002-05-14 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An indispensable guide to the spiritual and the practical aspects of devoting one’s time and energies to the service of others. Deliberate Acts of Kindness is for people who are ready to supplement"random acts of kindness" with intentional acts of generosity, decency, and integrity. More than simply a handbook for volunteers, it explores the significance of service as an expression of spirituality and the commitment to something greater than oneself. Meredith Gould guides readers through their journeys, from recognizing when they are ready to answer the call to service to finding the right place to donate their time and talents. She offers invaluable advice on discovering the types of work that best suit their personalities and the areas in which they can make the greatest contributions. There is helpful information on how to get involved, as well as sensible suggestions about what to do when things go wrong in a service situation. An easy-to-read mix of tips, quotations, reflections, and short narrative passages, Deliberate Acts of Kindness presents a comprehensive, honest look at what service is like on a day-to-day basis. Its insights will help new volunteers and veterans alike negotiate the practical difficulties that sometimes arise and achieve the spiritual maturity that comes from answering the call to service. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Download or read book Deliberate Acts of Kindness written by Meredith Gould and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An indispensable guide to the spiritual and the practical aspects of devoting one's time and energies to the service of others. Deliberate Acts of Kindness is for people who are ready to supplement "random acts of kindness" with intentional acts of generosity, decency, and integrity. More than simply a handbook for volunteers, it explores the significance of service as an expression of spirituality and the commitment to something greater than oneself. Meredith Gould guides readers through their journeys, from recognizing when they are ready to answer the call to service to finding the right place to donate their time and talents. She offers invaluable advice on discovering the types of work that best suit their personalities and the areas in which they can make the greatest contributions. There is helpful information on how to get involved, as well as sensible suggestions about what to do when things go wrong in a service situation. An easy-to-read mix of tips, quotations, reflections, and short narrative passages, Deliberate Acts of Kindness presents a comprehensive, honest look at what service is like on a day-to-day basis. Its insights will help new volunteers and veterans alike negotiate the practical difficulties that sometimes arise and achieve the spiritual maturity that comes from answering the call to service."--Pub. desc.
Download or read book Intentional Acts of Kindness written by Michelle Hunter and published by . This book was released on 2023-05-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Intentional Acts of Kindness" is an engaging, interactive and transformative guided workbook designed to inspire and encourage everyone to embrace the power of considered, conscious, deliberate acts of kindness.Divided into 13 styles, each is filled with thought-provoking ideas, reflective prompts, and practical suggestions, along with a kindness tracker and space for notes. The 13 different styles can be explored in any order and for any length of time and, whilst they are quite different to each other, they span 4 types of action - verbal, physical, emotional and financial.This workbook offers a structured and progressive journey towards identifying opportunities for kindness and developing a more compassionate and empathetic mindset. It invites readers to explore diverse perspectives, embrace personal growth, and make a positive impact on the world around them.My hope is that by the end of this journey, you will integrate into your everyday, those intentional acts you enjoyed most and that bought you and others the most joy.
Download or read book Acts of Kindness written by Rhonda Sciortino and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Random or otherwise, acts of kindness and generosity are essential to making our world a better place. A celebration of humanity at its best, author and motivational speaker Rhonda Sciortino inspires and delivers in Acts of Kindness, a powerful little book, rich with love. Through the simplest act of kindness, all of our lives are improved. Genuine human sentiment is best expressed through helping others, in ways big and small. It enables us to rely on one another for strength and happiness. But in the confusion and chaos of the modern world, even small acts of kindness are often overlooked and ignored. Acts of Kindness shines a spotlight on the best that humanity has to offer, one good deed at a time.
Download or read book Deliberate Kindness Project written by Nanci Reed and published by . This book was released on 2024-04-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Deliberate Kindness Reflection Journal is designed as a gentle guide for those embarking on a heart-centered journey of self-discovery and transformation. Rooted in the practices of deliberate kindness, mindfulness, and the teachings of "A Course in Miracles," this journal aims to foster and invite a deeper connection between daily acts of kindness, quantum manifestation, sustainable happiness, and to promote well-being on the levels of the mind-body and spirit. Best Selling Author, Nanci Reed is a celebrated happiness mindset coach, author, speaker, spiritual teacher, and quantum manifestation specialist, renowned for her unique approach to fostering deep, sustainable happiness and transformation through deliberate kindness without the paralysis of perfectionism and self-doubt. Each page serves not only as a space for personal reflection but also as an invitation to explore the profound impact kindness can have on our lives and the lives of others. With prompts encouraging introspection, the journal supports readers in remembering that everything they desire is already within their grasp, emphasizing the unique journey of each individual. This holistic approach ensures a nurturing path towards personal growth, self-acceptance, and the realization of one's dreams, making deliberate kindness a daily practice intertwined with mindfulness and self-reflection. Through Nanci's guidance, individuals learn to embrace their perfectly imperfect selves, unlocking their potential to manifest abundance, joy, and a deep sense of fulfillment.
Download or read book Chicken Soup for the Soul Random Acts of Kindness written by Amy Newmark and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-02-07 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of 101 uplifting, true stories will help you see the hidden heroes around you and inspire you to be a hero in someone else's life. From random acts of kindness to doing what's right, this book shows how positive attitudes and good deeds can change the world.
Download or read book The Kindness Quotient written by Rhonda Sciortino and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2018-09-04 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harness the power of kindness to change your world. KQ, or kindness quotient, is a measure of how much each of us embodies the virtues of kindness, caring and generosity. A high KQ means taking advantage of all opportunities to be kind and finding personal success by bringing kindness into the world. Now there’s a way to boost your KQ and maximize your kindness potential. The Kindness Quotient helps you understand exactly how kindness affects, and is affected by, everything you do. In doing so, we learn to better appreciate the importance of kindness in our personal and professional lives and learn new ways to share and experience the best that the world has to offer. With The Kindness Quotient, you will: - Develop the proactive habits of successful kind people - Learn how kindness shown to others can boost your happiness - Experience how tapping into the power of kindness can create success at work, at home and in the world - Pinpoint new opportunities for kindness in your daily life - Learn to embody the nine principles of kindness Each of us has the potential to improve the world around us and increase our level of peace and happiness through kindness. So, what’s your KQ?
Download or read book Mindfulness Acceptance and Positive Psychology written by Todd B. Kashdan and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2013-04-01 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many have wondered if there is a key ingredient to living a full and happy life. For decades now, scientists and psychologists alike have been studying the strengths and virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive. The positive psychology movement was founded on the belief that people want to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives, to cultivate what is best within themselves, and to enhance their experiences of love, work, and play. At the same time, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)—a mindfulness-based, values-oriented behavioral therapy that has many parallels to Buddhism, yet is not religious in any way—has been focused on helping people achieve their greatest human potential. Created only years apart, ACT and positive psychology both promote human flourishing, and they often share overlapping themes and applications, particularly when it comes to setting goals, psychological strengths, mindfulness, and the clarification of what matters most—our values and our search for meaning in life. Despite these similarities, however, the two different therapeutic models are rarely discussed in relation to one another. What if unifying these theories could lead to faster, more profound and enduring improvements to the human condition? Edited by leading researchers in the field of positive psychology, Mindfulness, Acceptance, and Positive Psychology is the first professional book to successfully integrate key elements of ACT and positive psychology to promote healthy functioning in clients. By gaining an understanding of "the seven foundations of well-being," professionals will walk away with concrete, modernized strategies to use when working with clients. Throughout the book, the editors focus on how ACT, mindfulness therapies, and positive psychology can best be utilized by professionals in various settings, from prisons and Fortune 500 business organizations to parents and schools. With contributions by Steven C. Hayes, the founder of ACT, as well as other well-known authorities on ACT and positive psychology such as Robyn Walser, Kristin Neff, Dennis Tirch, Ian Stewart, Louise McHugh, Lance M. McCracken, Acacia Parks, Robert Biswas-Diener, and more, this book provides state-of-the-art research, theory, and applications of relevance to mental health professionals, scientists, advanced students, and people in the general public interested in either ACT or positive psychology.
Download or read book 100 Acts of Kindness Journal written by Kilsyth Love and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-09-06 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Practicing intentional kindness on a daily basis is one of the best things you can do for the world we live in, and for yourself. But at times this daily practice can seem daunting to start, and overwhelming to maintain. This daily journal invites you to jot down just one act of kindness that you have performed for another person, each day. So easy, and yet so powerful. As you reflect and write just a few words each day, you'll be training your mind to focus on ways to bring more kindness into the world. It won't be long until this increased focus on kindness begins to have a positive effect on your life, and therefore the world. Just one tiny change - a jotted sentence each morning or evening - with such powerful results. Start your practice of intentional kindness today with the 100 Acts of Kindness Journal: A Quick and Easy Way to Start and Maintain a Daily Practice of Intentional Kindness. The world - and your future self - will thank you. 6" by 9". 102 Pages.
Download or read book The Spiritual Practice of Good Actions written by Greg Marcus and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2016-09-08 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bring your everyday life into alignment with your aspirational values through Mussar, a thousand-year-old Jewish practice of spiritual growth based on mindful living. Perfect for anyone, regardless of age or experience, this comprehensive book presents thirteen soul traits—ranging from humility and gratitude to trust and honor—and the simple daily actions you can take to develop them. Drawing on universal principles and providing grounded instruction, The Spiritual Practice of Good Actions helps you explore soul traits through daily techniques and exercises, including mantras, mindful observation, and journaling. Nurture your spirit with inspiring stories and build a soul trait profile to better understand yourself. By dedicating two weeks of practice to each trait, you'll see major changes in how you approach the world and feel empowered to be your best self. Praise: "The Spiritual Practice of Good Actions opens wide the doors to a traditional Jewish spiritual practice that has the power to transform your life."—Alan Morinis, Dean, The Mussar Institute and author of Everyday Holiness "Weaving ancient wisdom with twenty-first-century circumstances, Greg Marcus beautifully presents how the teachings of Mussar can bring you a deeper sense of purpose and a better life."—Tiffany Shlain, Emmy-nominated filmmaker and creator of The Making of a Mensch
Download or read book How to Raise Kind Kids written by Thomas Lickona and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-04-10 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Can you teach a child to be kind? This vital question is taking on a new urgency as our culture grows ever more abrasive and divided. We all want our kids to be kind. But that is not the same as knowing what to do when you catch your son being unkind. A world-renowned developmental psychologist, Dr. Thomas Lickona has led the character education movement in schools for forty years. Now he shares with parents the vital tools they need to bring peace and foster cooperation at home. Kindness doesn’t stand on its own. It needs a supporting cast of other essential virtues—like courage, self-control, respect, and gratitude. With concrete examples drawn from the many families Dr. Lickona has worked with over the years and clear tips you can act on tonight, How to Raise Kind Kids will help you give and get respect, hold family meetings to tackle persistent problems, discipline in a way that builds character, and improve the dynamic of your relationship with your children while putting them on the path to a happier and more fulfilling life.
Download or read book After Freedom written by Mary VanderGoot and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2012-07-01 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The youngest Boomers are not quite fifty; the oldest have already turned sixty-five. A generation that started out in the 1960s, determined to be young forever, is now asking what the point is of growing old. Convinced they were special, Boomers discounted authority and charted their own course. They believed they could make the world better by pursuing freedom. The legacy of the Boomer experiment is becoming evident. Freedoms that were new when Boomers were young are now taken for granted, and we are living "after freedom." Are our freedoms real or illusory? Can we count on anything to be certain? Do virtue and character matter? In a secular age can we recover respect for the sacred? The time is ripe for Boomers to reconsider those good things in the past they refused to honor, to voice their blessings for generations who will shape the future, and to reclaim conviction as they stand firm and dare to say, "This is what I believe." Table of Contents: Part One Baby Boomer Dilemma How Did We Get So Socially Alienated and Spiritually Lonely? Chapter One - The Stories Chapter Two - Boomer Legacy Chapter Three - Forever Young Chapter Four - Liberty to License Chapter Five - Is Freedom an Illusion? Chapter Six - Free Opinions Chapter Seven - Tangled in Freedom Part Two Rethinking Freedom, Reclaiming Virtue, and Searching for Meaning Chapter Eight - Daring to Face the Truth About Ourselves Chapter Nine - Gratitude Makes a Difference Chapter Ten - Offloading Anger Chapter Eleven - Recovering Attachments Chapter Twelve - Seasoned by Care Chapter Thirteen - Reclaiming the Sacred Circle Chapter Fourteen - A Last Chapter Notes
Download or read book Buddhist Voices in School written by Sue Erica Smith and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-10-30 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TCSE-Smith, blurb (final 9 August 2013) There are 400 million Buddhists in the world. Buddhists in Australia make up 3% of the population. So why have Buddhists had so little to say about educating youth? And, can Buddhism survive in Australia without educating youth? Sue Smith in Buddhist Voices in School answers why Buddhists are reluctant to ‘go public’ on education, and how Buddhism has much to offer the critical area of enhancing the wellbeing of young people. Here she distinguishes spiritual education from religion. Using case studies of Buddhist classes in primary schools Smith shows how a community adapted Buddha-Dharma to fit with contemporary education. The book describes how Social and Emotional Learning, inquiry and experiential approaches to education fit well with the intentions of Buddhism. In these classes students learned to meditate and explored ethics through a lively selection of Jataka tales. Voices from a Buddhist community, state school teachers, parents and also students inform the narrative of this book. It is the students themselves that reveal over time how they have developed calm, focus, kindness, resilience and better ability to make choices through their participation. The author concludes that the principles and techniques used in this program make potent contributions to current pedagogy. This book will be of great value to educators, academics and all those who have interest in Buddhism and who care about how children are educated.
Download or read book Kindness Rule Book Rules Intentional Acts Of Kindness written by Renée Johnson and published by Primedia Elaunch LLC. This book was released on 2021-10-27 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This booklet contains short stories about kindness that was extended to others. The short stories were submitted by our members who shared the kindest thing that someone had done for them. We know that all acts of kindness matters, those acts of kindness can be the turning point in the life of someone that needs it. Abide by the rules of being kind, be happy and love one another. We hope that the stories will inspire you, and others to be kind to one another. Ephesians 4:32"And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you." kjv.
Download or read book Positive Psychology For Dummies written by Averil Leimon and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-02-27 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do some people achieve greater success and happiness than others? The key is positive psychology. For most of its history, psychology has focused mainly on the darker side of human behaviour - depression, anxiety, psychosis and psychopathic behaviour. In 1998, Martin Seligman became president of the American Psychological Association and inspired a movement to focus on the positives in human behaviour. Positive Psychology For Dummies: Taps into the burgeoning media focus on happiness and positive mental attitude Provides key information on the origins, theory, methods, practitioners and results of positive psychology Demonstrates how to understand what makes you tick, how to hone positive emotions and how to use positive philosophy for success in both your personal and working lives. Is perfect for a wide audience, from those wanting to get more out of their life, to psychology students or counsellors About the author Gladeana McMahon is co-author of Performance Coaching For Dummies. She is regarded as one of the UK’s top ten coaches. Averil Leimon is co-author of Performance Coaching For Dummies. She is a business psychologist and a leading UK leadership coach.
Download or read book The ACT Practitioner s Guide to the Science of Compassion written by Dennis Tirch and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2014-12-01 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is proven effective in the treatment of an array of disorders, including addiction, depression, anxiety, self-harm, eating disorders, and more. Evidence shows that mindfulness and acceptance exercises help clients connect with the moment, uncover their true values, and commit to positive change. But did you know that compassion focused exercises can also greatly increase clients’ psychological flexibility? More and more, therapists are finding that the act of compassion—both towards oneself and towards others—can lead to greater emotional and physical well-being, increased distress tolerance, and a broader range of effective responses to stressful situations. One of the best advantages of compassion focused methods is how easily they can be integrated into an ACT approach. An important addition to any ACT professional’s library, The ACT Practitioner’s Guide to the Science of Compassion explores the emotionally healing benefits of compassion focused practices when applied to traditional acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). This book offers case conceptualization, assessments, and direct clinical applications that integrate ACT, functional analytic psychotherapy, and compassion focused therapy to enhance your clinical practice. This is the first book on the market to provide an in-depth discussion of compassion in the context of ACT and other behavioral sciences. The integrative treatment model in this book provides powerful transdiagnostic tools and processes that will essentially build bridges across therapies. If you are ready for a new, easily integrated range of techniques that can be used for a variety of treatment applications, this guide will prove highly useful. And if you are looking to build on your previous experience with cognitive and behavioral therapies, this book will help to enhance your treatment sessions with clients and increase their psychological flexibility.
Download or read book Embrace The Happiness Within A Guide to Elevating Your Mental Well being written by G.K.SHOO and published by G.K.SSLHOO. This book was released on 2024-01-31 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover a journey to happiness and a fulfilled life with "Embrace The Happiness Within." Dive into a comprehensive guide that combines actionable steps and profound insights, designed to revolutionize your approach to life and mental wellbeing. This book breaks down complex psychological concepts into practical, easy-to-understand strategies, offering a roadmap to transform your daily habits and elevate your happiness quotient. Written by G.K. Shoo, this guidebook integrates various psychological perspectives, unveiling the core elements shaping happiness. From exploring the intricacies of psychological theories to dissecting the biological, behavioral, cognitive, and socio-cultural influences on happiness, this book is your compass to navigate through the intricacies of mental wellbeing. With a blend of the most effective models like the "PERMA" Model of Wellbeing, Hedonic Model, Authentic Happiness Concept by Martin Seligman, and insights from Ed Diener's Subjective Wellbeing, this guide empowers readers with practical action points and checklists that transcend theoretical boundaries. Learn how environmental factors, such as positive influences and social connections, impact happiness and mental health. Engage with Bandura's Self-Efficacy Concept, Easterlin Paradox, Sonja Lyubomirsky's Notion, Carol Ryff's Model, and Kahneman's Model, unlocking powerful strategies and examples to enhance your overall happiness. Navigate cognitive patterns and cultural influences on happiness while embracing genetic and environmental roles in shaping your emotional wellbeing. Find a curated exploration of happiness facts, a reader-friendly guide, and an insightful end note that ties together the essence of this transformative journey. "Embrace The Happiness Within" isn't just a book; it's your partner in crafting a life brimming with joy, resilience, and fulfillment. Step into the realm of genuine happiness, uncovering the secrets to living a life of contentment and lasting mental wellbeing. This book is your ticket to transforming your mindset and achieving enduring happiness in every facet of life.
