Humankind Quotes

“youmattermarathon.com”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“No expression of love is wasted, and even the smallest gestures tend to go much further than we think they will.”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“During her years as a meeting and event planner, it always bothered her that so much money was spent on flowers that would be thrown away as soon as the event was over. Colorful, fragrant flowers in full bloom were simply tossed into dumpsters. Why not deliver the “used” flowers to people who need thoughtfulness more than just about anyone—people in hospice and their loved ones?”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“The company we keep doesn’t just say a lot about us - it’s a major determinant of who we are.”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“When it comes to caring for others, don’t underestimate the power of the most modest investment.”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“so thoughtful.” Besides reshaping how you see the world, you might make someone’s day. •Keep a gratitude journal. Every night, write three things you’re grateful for. (By the way, researchers have also found that people who regularly write down what they’re grateful for are 25 percent happier.)15 You can also have a nightly family discussion about what happened that day that you’re thankful for. •Perform a daily act of kindness. When you perform a kind act every day, you’ll start noticing other opportunities to be kind, creating a cycle of positivity in your mind. Think small—a thank-you note or letting someone cut in front of you in traffic. (Yet another way to make yourself and someone else happier.)16 •Be mindful of who and what you expose yourself to. Who you spend time with and what you watch, listen to and read all send messages to your brain that influence how you see the world.”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“•Compliment at least one person every day. Maybe you begin the day by sending a short email or text telling someone why you appreciate them. “Just wanted to thank you for being a great friend.” Or “I appreciated your call yesterday. Thanks for being”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“Help others to say yes Sharon, one of the nurses we often saw at chemo, noticed a woman who was having trouble walking and approached her. “Can I walk with you?” she asked. The woman agreed and Sharon held her arm, guiding her to a chair. While watching them, I thought about how much more thoughtful that was than saying, “Can I help you?” Sharon’s choice of words didn’t imply a need for help, which made it easier for the woman to accept help. Similarly, instead of saying, “Can I visit and see if I can help with anything?” I can say, “Can I come see you?” Instead of “Do you need me to come to the hospital with you?” I can say, “Can I come to the hospital with you?” Sometimes it’s hard to accept help, but we can make it easier by not calling it that.”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“Write ten to fifty things you love about someone. Put each reason on a separate piece of paper and put them in an envelope or a small jar. Tell the person to take one from the jar anytime they could use a boost.”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“to five seconds to see if someone is finished speaking before”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“Thanks to him, I made it through one of the most stressful days of my life, and I was that much more prepared for the next day’s battle.”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time

“The day she returned home after undergoing open-heart surgery, a malfunction of the device that pumped her medicine left her incapacitated and close to death. When the phone rang, Ben pulled the receiver out of its cradle with his mouth and started barking—that had been part of his training. Karen’s father was on the other end of the line and knew something was wrong and called the police. Ben was still barking when they arrived.”
― Brad Aronson, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time