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Being kind is the secret to happiness, it is one of the most powerful forces for good. In a challenging world, kindness brings comfort and strength Kindness costs nothing, but means everything.
Benefits of practising kindness
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Brain releases
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Oxytocin (love hormone) - helps us to feel connected, leading to more positive interactions
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Nitric acid - lowers blood pressure and improves heart health
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Serotonin (happy hormone) - improves mood and reduces depression
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Tones the vagus nerve - people with higher vagal tone have better overall heart health, lower levels of inflammation, stronger social bonds and tend to exhibit better emotion regulation
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Enhances good mental health - promotes gratitude and positivity
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Helps anxiety - research has shown that those who perform 6 acts of kindness per week found a significant improvement in mood, relationships and social avoidance