Be kind Quote by David O. McKay
“I'm going to tell you the most important secret of human life. The most critical need of the human soul is to be kind.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1965
Human fulfillment depends on kindness; caring for others satisfies a deep spiritual need.
In simple terms: Kindness satisfies a core human need.
Practice kindness daily.
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When to use this quote
- volunteering
- family interactions
- workplace culture
- community service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you show kindness in difficult relationships?
- What barriers stop you from being kind?
Kindness alone cannot solve systemic injustice.