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Archive for June 1, 2014
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| For over a decade the KindSpring community has focused on inner transformation, while collectively changing the world with generosity, gratitude, and trust. We are 100% volunteer-run and totally non-commercial. KindSpring is a labor of love. |
Inspiring Quote
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| “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou |
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June 1, 2014
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 Editor’s note: This week’s newsletter honors the amazing life of African American author, poet, and civil rights activist Maya Angelou. A phenomenal woman who inspired so many with her life message. Thank you for reminding us that "We delight in the beauty of the butterly , but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty." |
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Small Acts of Kindness
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fern514 wrote: “Saw someone that needed help on the street and decided to stop and help her even though I was in a rush to get to work. Sometimes, the littlest things go a long way!” |
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melsgordon wrote: “I want to bring a smile and joy and that can make 1 person smile and have a better day then perfect and if they pay it forward then thats a bonus. One smile one person at a time!” |
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princessliz wrote: “Having a clear conscience openly is better than secret gossip in every way. Always try your best to direct your energy in the right place when something goes wrong.” |
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Featured Kindness Stories
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Idea of the Week
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Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life.
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6 Mindfulness Practices For Leaders (And Everyone, Really)
As Jon Kabat-Zinn puts it, mindfulness “wakes us up to the fact that our lives unfold only in moments.” If we’re not fully present for those moments, we may miss what’s most valuable in our lives, both personally and professionally. Simply put, mindfulness is about not living in your head all the time and is about paying attention to where you are, what you’re doing, or who you’re talking to so that you are in touch with the right here, right now. Research shows that mindfulness reduces stress and increases concentration and clarity. Read on for five simple ways to practice mindfulness to improve your personal and professional life. { read more }
Be The Change
Establish mindfulness triggers in your daily routine so you can regularly take time to reconnect to the here and now. You could decide to take a moment of silence before each meal to reconnect to and savor the present. Or, you could decide that when the phone rings you will put everything aside and be fully present to the person on the other line. You could also use a desktop mindfulness app to remind you to take a 60 second mindful breathing break every hour during your work day. Find something that works for you! |
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Sangha of Auspicious Companions 