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“You see,” she interrupted his blank stare, “it doesn’t take much effort to be kind. It only takes the ability to recognize where kindness is needed.” quote by Stephen Reid Andrews
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““You see,” she interrupted his blank stare, “it doesn’t take much effort to be kind. It only takes the ability to recognize where kindness is needed.””

Stephen Reid Andrews

About This Quote

Source Interview: Discussing kindness, 2020

Kindness requires awareness of need, not effort; recognize where it’s required

In simple terms: Being kind is about noticing others’ needs

Key Takeaway

Practice attentive kindness

Themes

kindness awareness empathy

Mood

gentle thoughtful

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • customer service
  • volunteering
  • daily interactions

Key Concepts

social perception ethical behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you train yourself to notice?
  • What barriers prevent kindness?
A Different Perspective

People may ignore subtle cues of need

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