Kindness and Respect

Instead of a resolution for 2020, I have simply made a commitment to kindness and respect. To be sure I knew what I was committing to, I looked up both words.

Kindness comes from the heart. It requires empathy and giving love and consideration to others.

Respect is due regard for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of others.

Giving kindness and respect doesn’t take anything away from me. It doesn’t mean being a doormat. Rather, it encourages my heart. So the gift gives both ways. What I give to others comes back to me.

What experience have you had with a two-way gift?