Did you know that Kindness has a positive impact on mental health?
Sense of belonging: Kindness can help reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness by creating a sense of belonging.
Stress relief: Kindness can help reduce stress and emotional reactivity.
Improved self-esteem: Kindness can help boost self-esteem and feelings of confidence and optimism.
Better support networks: Helping others can improve support networks and encourage more activity.
Increased happiness: Kindness can increase feelings of happiness.
Brain chemistry: Kindness can boost serotonin and dopamine, which are neurotransmitters that can cause feelings of well-being and satisfaction. It can also release endorphins, which are the body's natural pain killer.
Diverts attention: Kindness can help people with depression or anxiety divert their attention from themselves and their symptoms.