"Three things in human life are important. The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind. And the third is to be kind." -- Henry James
A collection of essays, fiction, poems, meditations, and inspired ideas on the grace and rewards of being kind. Contributors include Anne Lamott, Frederick Buechner, James Martin, Jack Kerouac, Mother Teresa, Dorothy Day, Jack Kornfield, George Saunders, Joan Chittister, Joyce Rupp, Richard Rohr, Henri Nouwen, Steve Hartman, and many others whose insights and spiritual perceptions bring compassion and grace to many.
I started reading a chapter or 2 a day a year ago, and then put it down for awhile. I recently picked it back up and resumed my 1-2 chapters a day.
While many chapters have Christian leanings and I am not Christian, I loved the book. I loved the mindset it put me in at the beginning of each day. I loved many of the messages above all else, be kind.
Deeply affected. Kindness has been something I have been extra curious about this last year. I believe I have much to learn in this area but according to this book, it doesn't take much to do a lot.
Wonderful collection of stories and essays to read when you feel your heart harden just a tad. It will soften your heart back up and fill it with kindness to share.