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What does it mean?
Kindness should be practiced in excess, going beyond what is strictly required.
In plain terms
Try to be slightly kinder than you have to be.
What can you take from it?
Be kinder than necessary.

Where it applies

  • conflict
  • daily life
  • service

Putting it to work

  • be extra kind
  • practice generosity
  • exceed expectations

Questions to consider

  • How can you be kinder today?
  • Is kindness enough?

Another view

Being too kind can sometimes invite exploitation.

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