Be kind Quote by Charles Bukowski
“Those faces you see every day on the streets were not created entirely without hope: be kind to them: like you they have not escaped.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry Collection: "The Pleasures of the Damned", 1978
Even ordinary people carry hope; treating them kindly acknowledges their hidden aspirations.
In simple terms: Be kind; everyone has hope.
Key Takeaway
Practice daily kindness toward strangers.
Themes
compassion
hope
humanity
empathy
Mood
reflective
gentle
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- public transport
- neighborhood walks
- customer service
- online interactions
Key Concepts
existentialism
social connection
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you show kindness without expectation?
- What hope might you discover in a stranger?
A Different Perspective
Kindness may be ignored or unreciprocated, limiting impact.
