Tonight in Buddhist class we were reminded to each day, do as many kind acts as possible or at least just one kind act no matter how small or simple it seems.

Even the simplest, most brief act of kindness is never in vain, even if it seems to go unnoticed or not be appreciated. It generates positive energy, inprints our minds in a positive way, and can touch someone tremendously. Performing just one act of kindness is like planting positive seeds. And one negative act is like planting negative seeds. Our actions, speech, and thoughts will blossom later whether they are positive or negative.

The Buddhist people call it karma but it can apply even to non-spiritual people in this sense. We know our actions, thoughts, and speech have consequences even if not immediately.

We are encouraged to act in love, not just to gain something for ourself. To genuinely be selfless.

A couple suggestions in class tonight they gave us are:

Feed the birds & squirrels, and other outside animals. We may not have a lot to give but maybe we can find a few strips of bread or seeds to feed them.

Encourage those around us with positive messages. Compliment people genuinely.

Smile at people.

Show love & compassion to our pets.

Not sending rude messages to or about people even if we feel they deserve it and not talking trash to or about people in person. Sometimes love is holding our tongues when we want to spew negativity. Sometimes love is saying nothing. I definitely can use this reminder! lol I’m generally kind & compassionate but sometimes I tend to talk shit if I don’t like something someone does. But all that does is perpetuate and generate toxic energy.

No act of kindness is ever wasted or too small or in vain.

These are some great reminders!
What a very practical class!

❤ 😀

Much love to you,

xoxo Kim