Welcome to May 2025 , the month of Mental Health Awareness and Kindness.
‘Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.’
Matthew 5:16
Kindness is defined by doing something towards yourself and others, motivated by genuine desire to make a positive difference. Kindness and our mental health are deeply connected. Kindness is an antidote to isolation and creates a sense of belonging. It helps reduce stress, brings a fresh perspective and deepens friendships. Kindness to ourselves can prevent shame from corroding our sense of identity and help boost our self-esteem. Kindness can even improve feelings of confidence and optimism.
Everyday Acts of kindness are good for the giver and the receiver. In addition, what might seem like a small kind gesture could have a greater impact than you might think.
Acts of Kindness
This month you are encouraged to let your light of Kindness shine. Below are suggestion of what you can do…
- Make a donation to a charity
- Call a friend that you haven’t spoken to for a while,
- Tell someone you know that you are proud of them and why you are thankful for them.
- Tell your family members how much you love and appreciate them
- Make someone laugh,
- Lend your ear – listen to your colleague who is having a bad day
- Reach out to spend time with a friend, family member or neighbour who is experiencing loneliness
- Sign up to do voluntary work in your local community
- Send money to someone that could use it
- Pay for someone’s grocery
You are Blessed and Highly Favored.