The Negativity Remedy: Unlocking More Joy, Less Stress, and Better Relationships through Kindness

by Nicole J. Phillips

We're all pretty nice people, right? It's just that occasionally we're tempted to gossip or indulge in a little justified road rage . . . or snap at our spouse . . . maybe scream at our kids . . . I mean, if everyone else would get with the program, we wouldn't be this way!

But maybe the trouble isn't with all those other people who aggravate us. Maybe we're the problem--specifically, the way we react to inconveniences, accidents, and just plain old everyday life with negative words, thoughts, and actions. Because the truth is, when we stop focusing on how we're being affected and start responding in kind ways, that's when something remarkable happens: we actually feel happier ourselves.

With humor, compassion, and encouragement, Nicole Phillips draws on scientific research and real-life examples to help us recognize unhelpful negative thought patterns, show kindness toward others even when we don't feel like it, and discover how one little change actually changes everything.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Christian

165 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 8, 2020

Reviews

[Lydia Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Maybe the trouble isn't with all those other people who aggravate us. Maybe we're the problem--specifically, the way we react to inconveniences, accidents, and just plain old everyday life with negative words, thoughts, and actions. Because the truth is, when we stop focusing on how we're being affected and start responding in kind ways, that's when something remarkable happens: we actually feel happier ourselves.

With humor, compassion, and encouragement, Nicole Phillips draws on scientific research and real-life examples to help us recognize unhelpful negative thought patterns, show kindness toward others even when we don't feel like it, and discover how one little change actually changes everything.

[Monica H (TeaandBooks) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Has your day ever started out with a seemingly inconsiderate driver cutting you off in traffic? Or dealt with someone who pushed ahead of you in the grocery line? Those little things can not only be frustrating, but can add stress to our whole day if we take them personally. However, Nicole J. Phillips has a lot of good ideas to handle things differently in The Negativity Remedy--for your own peace of mind.

The Negativity Remedy starts out with Phillips sharing her personal story of having a bad day and how someone turned it around for her with a simple positive comment. Then throughout the book, she shares a lot of her personal stories, as well as other people's stories, about how kindness has changed their day--and maybe even someone else's day. She also encourages readers to be kind to your family members at home to start with. And she shares about the harder challenge of being nice to those who have hurt us. At other times, Phillips acknowledges that kindness probably won't fix a problem--however, it may help someone feel loved while they deal with something difficult like a cancer diagnosis. She also acknowledges that sometimes acts of kindness don't go as planned--just so you know that in real life things may not always work out like you hope, even though many times they do. At the end of the book she has a list of 365 acts of kindness to consider doing.

I enjoyed Phillips conversational style in The Negativity Remedy. I felt like we were just sitting together sharing ideas over a hot beverage. She shares from the perspective of a real person who has had struggles and challenges of her own. She seems to cover all the bases in regards to kindness, which is understandable since she has written a newspaper column on kindness for several years along with the other kindness-inspiring-related work she currently does. I found a lot of good ideas in this book to put in to action in my own life. My book is full of page markers of things to look at again. The Negativity Remedy is a keeper for my bookshelf and one that I think I would refer to again.


I received a copy of this book from Baker Publishing Group through JustRead Tours. All opinions within this review are my own.

[Kelly-Ann ~ Sassy Bookish Mama · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am not a huge non-fiction reader but I am getting better at it because really sometimes it is needed. This book is definitely very needed in today's current events and the way society deals with things. I have always taught my former students and now my children that being kind trumps everything else. You not only feel good but you never know how that response may trigger a chain of reaction on the other person.

Nicole explains this in greater detail and to perfection in her book. She does so by sharing personal stories along with other people's stories, so she makes the book relatable and easy to read because it is something that she lives not that she's just spouting off to make a book. She touches on some very important and deeper issues of being nice to those that have hurt us but she also acknowledges that sometimes acts of kindness may not go as planned.

The conversational style makes it feel like you are chatting with a friend over a cup of coffee. I definitely recommend this as an addition to your non-fiction bookshelf.

(I received this book through Just Read. I was not required to post a positive review. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.)

[Lydia Wright · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book, good message. Really expands on the verse “Count others more significant than yourselves” in Philippians 2:3.

[Kristie Ingerto · Rating 5 out of 5]

I feel like Nicole has written something that we all need to read right now. 2020 has been an interesting and different year to say the least, a pandemic and a presidential election, heaped upon top of our normal daily lives, which turned into not being quite so normal. All of that builds up and causes stress, anxiety, fear, which spews out of us in angry actions and words. So enter in this book, "The Negativity Remedy: unlocking more joy, less stress, and better relationships through kindness," a book that is so needed at this time (at least in my life!). Kindness, such a simple word, a pleasant word, but in practice it can be tough, tough to be this way, tough to interact with others with kindness when we ourselves are struggling.
What I love about this book is that it is filled with so much! There are personal stories shared, real-life experiences. Then there is also scientific research mixed in, to add credibility and really show that this works. Lastly, there are activities and things for the reader to do and really ponder and think about. All of that mixed in together creates this great book that I have read and will be reading again or the parts I have marked in the times I am feeling less than kind.

I highly recommend this book, it is a great read and very useful!

[Kimmie · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a much-needed book this is! I love Nicole J. Phillips perspective and background about kindness, from her opening thoughts to the ending, the whole book has her unique style of writing and narrative that pulls you in and makes you really sit up and listen. She speaks from personal experience and I loved her story, I think so many people can see themselves in her story. I also believe that we all can use more kindness in our lives, and it all starts with how we treat ourselves like Nicole J. Phillips points out. We must be kind to ourselves before we can show kindness to those around us.

“They (people) need a way to feel powerful and important, and kindness can give them that feeling” (p.85).

The Negativity Remedy is one book I think everyone needs to read, it shows real life and how we need to make little changes each day to spread kindness to others; it is one book I know I will read again just to keep the ideas fresh in my mind and in the minds of those around me. I highly recommend this book and give it 5 out of 5 stars.

*I volunteered to read this book in return for my honest feedback. The thoughts and opinions expressed within are my own.

[Kendra Neal · Rating 5 out of 5]

We all have "Bad Days" and those days could lead to being unkind and bad attitudes. I know I had a couple of days like that recently. We sometimes don't realize how much Negativity is happening until it is too late. The Negativity Remedy: Unlocking More Joy, Less Stress, and Better Relationships Through Kindness by Nicole J. Phillips is a book that shows us how to change the Negativity into Kindness.

Nicole shares how she saw the reach of kindness one day in her own life. She was having a bad day and someone gave her a Kind comment and it totally changed her day around and encouraged her. I also LOVE how Nicole encourages the "Kill them with Kindness", even to those who might have created deep hurt in our lives. Being Kind won't always change a Negative person's attitude and perspective, but being the one who gives kindness helps our own perspective and day. Kindness can go a long way for all involved.

I was very encouraged by this book. I have my "Bad Days", but those who know me will say I am one of the kindest people they know. So on my "Bad Days" it seems easy to be kind, but that isn't always the case with many. I really liked the list at the end of the book of 365 ideas of showing Kindness. I highly recommend this book! GREAT BOOK!

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great book, especially right now in these crazy times. I can’t remember highlighting a book as much as I did this one – I need to go back and digest all the evocative ideas. Through sharing some very personal stories, the author weaves in many powerful, positive ways to change our lives. We are continually influenced by the world, people around us, and our “internal meanie”, all working to bring negativity into our lives daily. But we have the power to change how we react, and Nicole Phillips walks us gently through ways to change our perspective. “Hurry, worry, and jury” will stay with you after reading this book, and you’ll have kindness at the forefront of your mind.

Thank you to JustRead tours and NetGalley for a copy of this book. I was under no obligation to write a positive review; all opinions are my own.

[maiaisreading · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Negativity Remedy by Nicole J. Phillips 5 stars

I finished this book a day before we had a big storm. Power and the internet were out for two days. All the negative thoughts were closing in. But thanks to God and to Nicole’s lovely book, I was reminded to look at the bright side. The book says, kindness is not about them but about us. Yes, us. With everything that’s going on, I could have chosen to focus on all the bad stuff...well I might have done that for a bit but the pull to be positive and kind was strong. I can tell it pays to be pulled to the brighter side of things.

I kept on thinking about all the experiences, personal or not, that Nicole shared. I enjoyed those and the idea of kindness became more relatable. Oh I love the hurry, worry or jury categories. There are scientific references that I find very informative. I highly recommend this book. I have highlighted a lot of things to go back to and rereading the whole book wouldn’t be a problem. It’s timely and classic. This book is great no matter what situation, season or social status we are in. May we always say YES TO KINDNESS.

Thank you to the publisher for sending a copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

[Candy Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm very thankful for this author's view of how we can change our lives to be more happier and kinder. She uses humor, stories and science to help show us how to that. This book was perfect for where I'm at in my life and helped me grow in unexpected ways!

[Suzie Waltner · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read The Negativity Remedy then flipped to the front and read through it again to glean even more wisdom and inspiration about kindness. This book simultaneously convicted, challenged, and inspired me. Whether give generously, can use some generosity, or are somewhere in between, everyone should read this book.

Using personal stories as well as ones from friends and those she’s received for her kindness column, Nicole J. Phillips shares the physiological and emotional results as well as what hinders us, how to deal with being taken advantage of and more. But she also speaks to those who are on the receiving side of kindness. I can relate to turning down kindness but Phillips offers a mental shift to my knee jerk reaction when I feel that others need kindness more than I do with this one sentence: “Sometimes people are offering to help us paint a room or weed a garden or taxi children simply because they need to get out of their own space.”

The book also includes practical applications for changing your mentality around kindness (and on the opposite side of that when people are rude to you). There’s also a list of ideas to spread kindness that, if you exercise one a day, will last you an entire year.

Y’all, we need more kindness in our world. Wouldn’t you rather log onto your social media and be uplifted, encouraged, and inspired rather than finding another argument or negative post? It’s through kindness we show Jesus to others. We may not ever see that person we offer a kind word or smile or buy lunch or a tank of gas for, but that act of kindness will lead to another and for those moments, God’s love and light shines on both you and the recipient.

Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.

[Angela Kreais · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been reading more non-fiction books this year. Its not a normal go-to genre but COVID has me reaching for all the self-help books. 2020 has NOT been my year... or my families. With a title like: The Negativity Remedy: Unlocking More Joy, Less Stress, and Better Relationships through Kindness - I had high hopes and this book delivered. I recently had similar expectations for another book in the same genre and was completely disappointed so reading chapter one 'Lessons from Dinoland' made me smile and instantly relating and invested.

Is kindness a magical cure-all? Kind of (in my opinion) ... but the author says different. She backs up her claims by quoting other experts in the field and scientific data. I loved all the truths and personal stories thrown in with examples of both good and bad. Nicole claims to be a work in progress with an inner meanie waiting in the background just like everyone else, and she has a plan to keep it in check.

As soon as I started reading I began text friends and family and telling them about this book, reading passages and giving my own examples. I especially enjoy the part advocating for volunteerism. I loved it from the first page. I felt validated. It was like the author was speaking truths I have tried to impress upon my family for decades... but in a way that probably made way more since.

I signed up for a review tour, hosted by JustReadTours. I received a copy of this novel from the publisher. All opinions are my own, I do not need to leave a positive review.

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book and all the stories the author shared on her own life to tell the story on how she learned to use kindness to improve her life. Many think they are not negative or unkind but many circumstances in our lives bring out the worst in all of us. Seeing things from others perspective and offering kindness goes such a long way to show ourselves just how much kindness matters.
I read this in one sitting and couldn't stop from highlighting passages and tips. Nicole even has 365 ideas of kindness acts at the end for a final take away.
I gained so much from this book and I'm so blessed to receive an ecopy from Susiebookreviews in exchange for an honest review.

[Jennia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Have you ever thought, “it’s the rest of the world, not me” to explain your attitude or behavior? In this small but impactful book, the author makes the case that our perspective has the biggest impact on how we treat not only others, but ourselves.
The author is no stranger to life’s plot twists and hardships. When a chance encounter at mall play area shocks her into taking a new look at her thought process, the idea of kindness as a way of life becomes her focus. After launching a weekly column, she looks further into the kindness mindset and the science that supports her conclusions. Her key findings are summarized in this tidy little book with easily understandable explanations.
Part autobiography and part self-help, this was a quick read that was nevertheless full of sound advice and depth. Her scientific findings are sufficient enough to convince the reader that her suggestions are rooted in fact and more than just whimsical ideals or trendy mindfulness mantras. Knowing the author’s own struggles only added to the reliability of her proposals and research.
I found this book insightful and eye-opening and immediately implemented some of the teachings. What a world of difference! Yes, I do need to give myself constant reminders, but the author admits she still sometimes needs to do the same. Her honesty and openness made my own difficulties and feelings feel validated and like I wasn’t some sort of monster for not immediately “getting it.” There were a few repeated phrases that could have been cut down but this was mostly a personal preference.
If you’re tired of being stuck in a mental rut, I urge you to pick up this book. Take it one chapter at a time, try out the ideas even if they see overly simple or silly and stick with them for at least a week to best see the results. In a time when it’s so easy to get bogged down by everything going wrong in the world, this is just the pick me up and mental reset many of us need.
My thanks to the publisher and Just Read Tours for a complimentary copy. This did not impact my review.

[Christi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have always considered myself a pretty kind person. I always am as polite as I can be, and try to put the needs of others before my own, but I've never really sat and thought about my level of kindness, and where I lack, until I picked up The Negativity Remedy.

Most nonfiction books are easy to get lost in the information, but The Negativity Remedy is so engaging! Filled to the brim with personal stories from the author, as well as other acquaintances, you feel like you're chatting in a coffee shop with friends rather than reading about these instances.

Though a bit redundant, and on the repetitive side, with a topic like kindness I believe this to be an unavoidable trait. Plus, the stories kept the book fresh and intriguing, which helps break up the repetition.

Since reading this book I have already caught myself unconsciously doing some of the things recommended, especially since COVID, and all of the negativity that is currently in our world, which has seeped into my own life, but I truly believe Nicole Phillips has found the best cure for negativity, and I plan to fight the negativity with kindness! Thank you Nicole Phillips for a positive, uplifting, and motivational read!

*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the publisher, Baker Books, through NetGalley. All views and opinions are completely honest, and my own.

[Melanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Negativity Remedy was a good read. I highlighted so many quotes in the book and thought it made a lot of good points. I did feel like it was a little self-focused at times and wished it would have had a more faith focus. I liked the emphasis on kindness.

*I received a free copy of this book for a takeover tour. I was not required to review it. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own and I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.*

[Steph Leeson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great reminder on why it’s important to be kind and less negative in life.

[Conrade Yap · Rating 4 out of 5]

In a broken world, how can we create more joy, less stress, and better relationships? How can we identify the negativity in us that threatens to create more negativity outside? Beginning with a confession of her own tendency toward meanness, author Nicole Phillips invites us to battle own own "inner meanie" and to put on kindness. Avoid the trap of thinking that the world is against us when it is simply this means deception within us that is saying that. Essentially, this book is about turning over a new leaf in terms of our own behavior. We might not be able to change other people but we can definitely change our own selves, especially on how to respond to any circumstances. We can curtail any tendency to be mean and to cultivate our ability to be kind. How do we do that? That is the main purpose of this book.

Phillips learned personally the power of kindness and how the capacity for kindness will never be exhausted. For those who finds that incredible or hard to believe, Phillips recommends that we learn to do some soul searching to discover the inner meanie in us. Nip that in the bud and we should be on our way to kindness. She gives scientific evidence on the benefits of showing kindness, how it releases feel-good chemicals in our body: Endorphins, Serotonin, Dopamine, and Oxytocin. We can say yes to the positive via six ways of attracting more kindness in our lives. We can say no to the negative also through six ways. We need also to differentiate between showing kindness and not letting others take advantage of us. She also reminds us that kindness is more about treating others rather than satisfying our own needs. Start our journey of kindness at home. Good things need to begin at home. Then move a level higher by learning to be kind to those who annoy us; and then to people who have hurt us. Phillips treads this path carefully knowing that it is not only difficult but tricky. Relationships are never easily fixed. That said, it is better to cultivate good relationships when they are good. Don't wait until the relationships go south before taking action.

My Thoughts
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It has been said that life is difficult. With the current global pandemic, it is getting more challenging each day. Even though this book is all about kindness, it is not a magic formula to solve all our problems. It is simply a way forward for us to grow into more joyful people each day, one act of kindness at a time. There are people who believe in random acts of kindness. As far as Phillips is concerned, kindness is never random but intentional. This is important for three reasons. First, we are social people, and relationships form a core part of our belonging and identity. Even the most individualistic person would need to interact with people at some point in time. Things like basic government services, healthcare, mailing assistance, technical support, etc, all require people to man, to maintain, and to manage. Computerized helpdesks and general information booths can only do so much. Even the most comprehensive manuals would have a number or contact information for people to reach a live person for help. Since we can never avoid meeting people, unless we live in a cave in the desert, why not prepare ourselves with an arsenal of kindness.

Second, kindness needs to be practice with regularity. When that happens, we can make it into a good habit that will come naturally as time goes by. For instance, the six ways of saying yes to positives, and the six ways of saying no to negatives provide us ample opportunities to put kindness into practice. After all, life is full of ups and downs. The good news is that whether it is up or down, we can still practice kindness, albeit in a different manner. This is where this book comes in handy. With wide-ranging methods and examples, Phillips shows us the world of opportunities that we can be kind.

Finally, we all need a little more love each day. Money may be said to make the world go round. It is love that will make relationships whole. Kindness is an attribute of love, described in the famous list of the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5. Love is a choice. Kindness is a choice. When we are in doubt, be kind. More importantly, kindness will beget kindness. Spread the love. Spread the kindness. Maybe, we can start a movement of changing the world one kind act at a time.

Nicole J Phillips is a breast cancer survivor, host of The Kindness Podcast program, a regular guest on Hallmark Channel's Home & Family Show, and the author of books about kindness. This is her third book. She lives in Aberdeen, South Dakota with her husband and three kids.

Rating: 4.25 stars of 5.

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This book has been provided courtesy of Baker Books and NetGalley without requiring a positive review. All opinions offered above are mine unless otherwise stated or implied.

[Allegra · Rating 5 out of 5]

We read this in a book club through my work. Otherwise, I probably would not have picked up this book. I'm not much for self help unless it's Brene Brown. But I was assured it would be a quick read and that it was really good.
I finished it in the space of a weekend. I finished work on Friday in a foul mood, angry at my family for not doing their part around the house while we are all pent up here during the pandemic. Feeling sorry for myself for being a mom during this time. Doesn't everyone know how hard moms have it right now?? I mean, come ON! I was ready to erupt, and I decided to have a little quiet time and start the book.
The eruption never happened. Not to say the bad feelings went away, but I was asked to see this in a different perspective. We ALL hate this. We are all depressed. Some people, when depressed, can't handle an extra load of housework. My family didn't get a free pass, but they got compassion from me. And maybe I knew this stuff all along, but I sure needed the reminder.
The author writes in a very personable tone which I appreciate. None of the reading felt boring. And mercifully, when new information had ended, so did the book, unlike many self help books I've read. It was like talking to a friend.

[Cara · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was fortunate enough to receive an Advanced Readers copy from the author, and I read it in one night. I couldn't put it down and kept thinking about it for days later. As I was mowing the lawn, driving to work....it stuck with me. That is a sign of an effective read. "The Negativity Remedy" is an insightful and honestly written account of how a person can change their life through kindness. What a timely subject for everyone. We all know there is plenty of negativity in the world and just as that can become some sort of plague, KINDNESS is contagious and life changing in the best possible way. Phillips is very honest and humble as she explains how kindness changed her life, how the act of being kind filled a dark space in her heart and how others can learn to do the same. We all learn kindness from others as we see them being kind, are the recipients of kindness, etc. This book is available for purchase September 1, 2020. Giving this book to someone in your life IS a great kindness. Go forth and be kind and get rid of your own negativity in the process.

[Sarah Tachon · Rating 5 out of 5]

My new favorite book! Wow, this book is packed with rich information and makes you really think about how you see the world. During current times of heavy news, fear, uncertainty, and negativity, this book is the perfect tool to fight that by showing readers how they can shift their perspective. "Think about what you're thinking about" is an example and the idea that we can actually control our thoughts and we don't have to let our minds rest in one place. The author does a beautiful job giving real life examples in a story telling style and the end is filled with 365 ideas for kindness to try. There is scientific evidence for why kindness works and the book will share the research and a story to go with it. This is a quick must-read for anyone that wants a pick me up or tips to fight those tough days. We all can choose to be kind and kindness IS the Negativity Remedy. By focusing on kindness for others, we take our minds off of ourselves and this in turn forces us to put things in perspective. This book and the tips shared are empowering!

[Michelle Kidwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Negativity Remedy
Unlocking More Joy, Less Stress, and Better Relationships through Kindness
by Nicole J. Phillips
Baker Books
Christian
Pub Date 01 Sep 2020


I am reviewing a copy of The Negativity Remedy through Baker Books and Netgalley:





The majority of us are pretty nice people, right? But occasionally we’re tempted to indulge in gossiping, or allow anger to overcome us. We often think if everyone around us wasn’t this way we wouldn’t be either.





Maybe the trouble isn’t with everyone that aggravates us though, perhaps the problem is with us. More specifically the way we react to inconveniences, accidents, and just plain old everyday life with negative words, thoughts, and actions. When we start responding in kind ways, that's when something remarkable happens: we actually feel happier ourselves.





This book is written with humor and devices, and ends with over 300 ideas for acts of kindness.




I give The Negativity Remedy five out of five stars!


Happy Reading!

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I often forget how really simple it is to be kind. And even though it may be simple, it’s not always easy. We are reminded in this book (and all her books) how just one simple act can change a person’s day and touch another’s life.
“The Negativity Remedy” reminds us that even when bad things happen in our lies, there is always some positive aspect that we can bring to mind.
Nicole shares her life and experiences with honesty and a lot of humor. But her serious side is also very evident and we can relate very easily with the situations she shares.
This book once again challenged me to remember that life is not always about me and to find ways to be kind in all areas of life. After all, isn’t that what we are here on earth to do?
A good read for everyone.

[Celeste DiMilla · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve listened to every episode of The Kindness Podcast and love it! So I finally decided to read this book because it was written by the host of this podcast, Nicole J. Phillips. I’m so glad I did!! I love that Nicole is honest with sharing her own story (which includes some major challenges) and how she discovered the transformational power of even very small kindnesses. Once she discovered this, she began living it and sharing it. She offers wonderful ways that all of us can incorporate more kindness into our daily lives. She also shares a lot of inspirational stories!! She makes a strong case that kindness is transformational. It transforms us, it transforms others and ultimately it can be world-changing.

[Andrea Theis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nicole's uniqueness is a gift to us all. Her combination of talent, heart & passion for kindness gives life to her writings. She is down to earth, practical, and thoroughly engaging. Nicole's insight on the effect that kindness has, not only on the giver and receiver, but the witness as well is impactful. Her personal commitment to live a life marked by kindness gives a beating heart to her message that enables the reader to find and grow from incorporating kindness into their everyday life. Through sharing kindness Nicole guides us down a pathway that you do not want to miss out on as the life that is transformed is your own.

[Brandi · Rating 4 out of 5]

We chose to read this book for a book club through work. We were blessed with the ability to talk with Nicole during the discussion of the book!
There are a lot of great stories Nicole shares with readers and a lot of great ideas for readers on how to be kind.
The book is easy to read and very relatable. There were a couple stories that I felt there was no way i could every do something like what she did where others i thought were great ways to look at things.
I really enjoyed the book!

QTIP: Quit Taking it Personally

[Kristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a life changing book, prompted by a simple moment that changed the way the author looked at the world. Kindness can truly change the world and Nicole Phillips provides so many practical applications and her kindness philosophy.

Full review on my blog: https://achristianreads.com/42/

I received an advanced reader copy of the ebook of this title from the publisher via Netgalley for review; all opinions are my own

[Debra · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is not a long book, and I should have finished it ages ago, but that "inner meanie" put a conviction on me. I put the book down and then Christmas came, I just kept putting off picking it up again. It is an excellent book if like me you want to get negativity out of your life. I plan on reading it again this year to make sure I am working in the right direction. I also read daily one of the stories in Kindness is Contagious right now. Love Nicole's wisdom.

[Liz A · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some of my dear friends and I got together and formed a book club for this book. It was a perfect read. Easy, informative and filled with the humor that we have come to love from Nicole Phillips. She really speaks to your inner meanie and gives useful tips to change your mindset and ultimately your life. The kindness queen does it again!

[Marilyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Want to bring a little more light or optimism into your world or that of others? Read this quick and easy book to see what you can do differently or affirm yourself for what you are already doing. Life doesn't have to be blah. Start looking around to see how colorful it can be.