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Psychologist's Kindness Exercise Could Change How We Feel
A psychologist's kindness exercise helps people feel better by giving without expecting returns.
In brief
A psychologist's kindness exercise helps people feel better by giving without expecting returns. Psychologist Ilios Kotsou's kindness exercise improves well-being by focusing on giving without expecting returns. Originally reported by Psychologies.
Kindness as Natural Trend
The article says kindness and generosity are natural human tendencies that improve well-being.
Simple Kindness Actions
Suggesting smile to neighbors, helping carry groceries, making compliments, or picking up litter.
Kindness Exercise Steps
Ask what makes you happy to offer, how to give what you want to receive, and small free gestures to brighten others' days.
Real-Life Impact
Noémie, 46, a music producer, felt better after giving her son attention without expecting a positive response.
“Dans ma vie, j'ai souvent eu l'impression que les autres avaient plus de chance que moi. Je me sens souvent discriminée et injustement traitée. Cet exercice m'a permis de réfléchir à ce qui était important pour moi, et le fait de l'offrir à quelqu'un a tout changé.”
The short version
Psychologist Ilios Kotsou's kindness exercise improves well-being by focusing on giving without expecting returns.
