Empathy and compassion rarely look extraordinary at first—but their impact can be powerful. These 12 acts of kindness show ...

The idea that small acts of kindness can change the world isn’t just a nice sentimental thought — it’s backed by science. A meta-analysis of over 200 studies covering over 198,000 participants found ...

As a parent of three, I've seen how social awareness helps us build strong connections and better understand the world around us. Social awareness is the ability to relate to other people and to ...

In 1965 Martin Seligman "discovered" learned helplessness. He found that when animals are subjected to difficult situations they cannot control, they stop trying to escape. They become passive. Human ...

Hey readers, we think you're great! We wanted to share that kind thought with you because today, November 13, is "World Kindness Day" — created back in 1998 by a consortium of kindhearted charities.

On a rainy day in Chanthaburi, Thailand, one random act of kindness made all the difference. At a street crossing, a man in a wheelchair was getting drenched while waiting for the light to turn green.

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

I have had two recent experiences that have prompted me to ponder the meaning of kindness. The first was a compliment from a precious lady on my recent trip to South Africa. As she approached me after ...