kindness

Why i’m raising a kind daughter, not a nice one

There's a video making the rounds on TikTok right now about a mom who's teaching her daughter to be kind, not nice—and let me tell you, I'm here for it.

Retired craftsman rebuilds single mom’s fence for free—and it’s touching hearts everywhere

His TikTok video has now been viewed over 16 million times, with thousands of comments praising not just his craftsmanship, but the heart behind it.

This mail carrier left a care package for a single mom with COVID-19

"I had just run out of orange juice and I needed that to give to my son."

I’m raising average kids

But I pray every day that they will be extraordinary at love.

These viral photos of newborns dressed like Mr. Rogers are exactly what the world needs right now

He was the personification of kindness in a world that needs more of it.

This teacher’s viral photo proves we all have ‘baggage’ (and that’s okay)

You never know what someone else is going through.

My only New Year’s resolution is to be kinder to myself

For many years, I've devoted myself completely to my children, believing it was best for them. But you can't pull water from an empty well, and this past year my well went dry.

My child inspired me to give to those in need—and it was a humbling experience

Discover how my child's compassion led to a rewarding experience of helping others in need. A must-read for parents!

Airport kindness goes viral: How 3 women saved this mama during a hard flight

Her toddlers were melting down and kind strangers stepped in.

I vow to stop judging other mothers—and it feels so much better

So much more good can come from being kind to yourself and others. After all, we are all just doing our best.

Dear Husband, we are so different—but that’s exactly what I love

It may be our strengths that define us, but it is our differences that, when allowed, loved and respected, round us out and make us whole.

17 kind ways to say no to your child

Because we can’t always say yes, even if we want to.

Why gratitude isn’t something you teach—but help your children feel

The problem lies in thinking emotions are lessons to be learned rather than feelings that need to be felt.

What if mom guilt is good?

Perhaps mom guilt is a sign that you are a caring and aware mother.

I wish I could be as brave as my son

Because sometimes it takes courage to be the kind one.