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In Defense of Kindness

Why It Matters, How It Changes Our Lives, and How It Can Save the World

by Bruce Reyes-Chow
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When did kindess become a sign of weakness? What if kindness actually has the power to change the world? Culture is at a crossroads when it comes to kindness. These days we either view kindess as an inert act based on the absence of being a jerk, or we see acts of kindness as heroic and herculean, beyond the reach and capability of mere mortals. Choosing kindness is also exhausting. The public and private back-and-forth exchanges of hatred and de-humanizing that is more about ratings, retweets, and winning than relationships and community is taking a toll on our motivation to even contemplate kindness as a valid response. In Defense of Kindness makes a case that we each can choose kindness as a way to experience community and wholeness in new ways. With a playful spirit, tender heart, and unwavering commitment to justice, "kindness enthusiast" Reyes-Chow explores the many ways in which kindness can bring about healing, wholeness, and hope in ourselves and the world. Through unfiltered sharing of his own experiences, Bruce invites the reader into an adventure of discovery and rediscovery of kindness of heart, mind, spirit, and action.

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    March 16, 2021

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      • ISBN: 9780827216778

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      • ISBN: 9780827216778
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    • English

  • Reviews

    • Library Journal

      February 5, 2021

      According to Presbyterian pastor and leadership coach Reyes-Chow, being kind and being nice are not synonymous actions. To be kind is to treat other people in such a way that will preserve their dignity, while choosing to be nice is a way to avoid conflict. Drawing inspiration from the late Fred Rogers, Reyes-Chow wrote this book to convince readers that showing genuine kindness can make a positive difference. After all, being kind has become the exception rather than the rule in the world today. The author argues eloquently for a subject that means a great deal to him, drawing from his own life experiences. One key argument is that a person should be kind to others without expecting the same treatment in return. At the end of each chapter, the author asks a question to encourage personal reflection and provides a challenge for readers to take action. Blending spirituality and self-help, this book is a masterly reinforcement of Dale Carnegie's classic How To Win Friends and Influence People. VERDICT This encouraging guide is recommended for persons who seek motivation in being a light in the world.--Chad Clark, Nederland, TX

      Copyright 2021 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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