Top 96 Show Kindness Quotes
#1. your character is the sum total of your habits. You can't claim to be kind unless you are habitually kind - you show kindness without even thinking about it. You can't claim to have integrity unless it is your habit to always be honest.
Rick Warren
#2. An enemy to whom you show kindness becomes your friend, excepting lust, the indulgence of which increases its enmity.
Saadi
#3. We're all mankind and humankind - so just be one and show kindness.
Amani
#4. Think before you speak. Don't be an asshole. Show kindness when it's warranted and walk away when it costs you more than you're willing to give. Don't be an ATM that people can take from but never deposit into. Be a depositor. And always, always give your best only to those that deserve it.
Amber L. Johnson
#5. I can and will improve the world.
I will smile, show kindness, and be grateful.
I refuse to be unhappy.
Richelle E. Goodrich
#6. Show kindness and respect to everyone. Pure intentions make the biggest difference.
Stacy Keibler
#7. ... if only people experienced death earlier, they would know how important it is to show kindness to one another
Gretchen Haight
Emily W. Upham
#9. Divine opportunities are all around you every day. Make a conscious effort today to show kindness to someone.
O. S. Hawkins
#10. I shall pass through life but once. Let me show kindness now, as I shall not pass this way again.
William Penn
#11. Show kindness whenever possible. Show it to the people in front of you, the people coming up behind you, and the people with whom you are running neck and neck. It will vastly improve the quality of your own life, the lives of others, and the state of the world.
Ann Patchett
#12. Don't just show kindness in passing or to be courteous. Show it in depth, show it with passion, and expect nothing in return. Kindness is not just about being nice; it's about recognizing another human being who deserves care and respect.
Colin Powell
#13. Treat people kindly. When you are kind to somebody and I don't mean necessarily "buddy-buddy", just show kindness and consideration. Show that people are worthy and you respect them and you are glad they're with you.
Colin Powell
#15. I, for one, am profoundly grateful to feel the hand of God at work in my life. But at the beginning and end of the day, when my default setting is to show kindness and love to others, I never regret it. And to me, that is what faith is all about.
Charity Sunshine Tillemann-Dick
#16. At the end of the day, I can't force any of you to treat people the way you should. But it should be on your conscience that whatever law I pass won't do much unless each of you takes it upon yourself to show kindness to your fellow citizens.
Kiera Cass
#17. Be more loving. Great teams are built by authentic leaders who are not afraid to speak truthfully and show kindness. This is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength.
Robin S. Sharma
#18. He could not show his feelings. People told him he was unemotional: but he knew he was at the mercy of his emotions: an accidental kindness touched him so much that sometimes he did not venture to speak in order not to betray the unsteadiness of his will
W. Somerset Maugham
#19. Heroes show us courage, honor, integrity and strength. Now more than ever, we need heroes.
John Patrick Hickey
#20. I really don't care much about what you do, where you're from, the size of your bank account, or even where you went to school. Show me kindness, respect, act with integrity, and you'll have a fan and a friend for life.
Charles F. Glassman
#21. People are already disappointed by their acquaintances, they can not handle anymore hate from stranger, so show some instantaneous kindness and forgiveness to them.
Amit Kalantri
#22. Smallest kindness is our greatness.
Every moment could be great if we show our kindness.
Debasish Mridha
#23. Most of the truly kind people of this world show some measure of discomfort when offered kindness. Their gratitude stems not only from their understanding of the depth of the force of kindness, but also from their conviction that kindness should not be taken for granted.
Janvier Chouteu-Chando
#24. Dalai Lama has not coming to show us his kindness, so that we can enjoy his charisma, he's coming with a specific message for the specific circumstances of the world today.
Pico Iyer
#25. Parents, choose your words wisely, carefully, thoughtfully. In the same way that violence begets violence and anger begets anger, kindness begets kindness and peace begets peace. Sow words of peace, words that build, words that show respect and belief and support.
L.R. Knost
#26. Beating drums while doing a kindness to someone is a very ugly show of ego!
Mehmet Murat Ildan
#27. What chilling blows we suffer-thanks to our conflicting wills-whenever we show these mortal men some kindness.
Steve Berry
#28. What to one person is common courtesy is to another tender words of life - and by the same token, what one person intends to show as great affection may be to his beloved an irrelevant show of frivolousness compared to the kindness of simply doing the laundry sometimes.
Anna Broadway
#29. I expect to pass through this life but once. Therefore, if there be any kindness I can show, or any good thing I can do for another human being, let me do it now, for I shall not pass this way again.
William Penn
#30. Don't run away from me, Logan. I'm not sure why you're scared every time I try and show you some kindness, but don't reject me. It's not easy for me either. I'm not a natural. I've forgotten how it feels to put down the barriers and let someone in.
Caroline Cairn
#31. Well, I'll tell you something, this wedding is something that I will always, always cherish. It was a show of love and support and kindness like I'd never seen from the people, and that's who I entertain. I entertain the people.
Liza Minnelli
#32. I caught myself feeling that vile need for others to be grateful to us, to show themselves as small and dependent, because that is what creates our favor, nurtures it, and heightens the importance of our deeds and kindness.
Mesa Selimovic
#33. You've got to try a little kindness, yes show a little kindness Just shine your light for everyone to see. And if you try a little kindness, Then you'll overlook the blindness Of narrow-minded people on the narrow-minded streets.
Glen Campbell
#34. Humans are powerful spiritual beings meant to create good on earth. This good isn't usually accomplished in bold actions, but in singular acts of kindness between people. It's the little things that count, because they are more spontaneous and show who you truly are.
Dannion Brinkley
#35. He who confers a favor should at once forget it, if he is not to show a sordid ungenerous spirit. To remind a man of a kindness conferred and to talk of it, is little different from reproach.
Demosthenes
#36. I have tried to live my life by: I cannot control others. I can only control myself and my reactions to others. And when all else fails, I choose kindness. I show compassion. Then, if I have made poor choices, I have at least not damaged my spirit.
P.C. Cast
#37. Random acts of kindness show that even amidst the hustle and bustle, Paris inhabitants are more welcoming that their reputation gives them credit for.
Vicki Lesage
#38. For what I received, I would like to show you my gratitude. For your love, kindness, and friendship, I thank you.
Debasish Mridha
#39. The most sincere form of kindness is not to show off our greatness but to help another discover their own.
Charles F. Glassman
#40. Wherever you are, be there with love. Be there with compassion, kindness, and gratitude. Smile and show you care.
Debasish Mridha
#41. To friends and eke to foes true kindness show; No kindly heart unkindly deeds will do; Harshness will alienate a bosom friend. And kindness reconcile a deadly foe.
Omar Khayyam
#42. Kindness only goes so far, and then it's time to show your claws.
RuPaul
#43. Why must you know the details of my troubles to have compassion? Is it not enough to show compassion simply because you know that everyone has troubles?
Richelle E. Goodrich
#44. To change a person's feelings show him unexpected kindness.
Debasish Mridha
#45. If there were other civilizations out there, why would they ever want to make contact with humanity? If this was how we treated each other, how much kindness could we possibly show to some race of bug-eyed beings from beyond?
Ernest Cline
#46. Look inside yourself; there is always something special you can do today! Look around yourself; there is always someone special do it for! Don't spare what you have to share, show you care and dare not to make it rare!
Israelmore Ayivor
#47. I give myself the kindness and forgiveness I would show others.
Alan Cohen
#48. Imagine treating yourself with the kindness that you show people you love.
Geneen Roth
#49. When beauty lives in the heart, it doesn't need to show up anywhere else.
Steve Goodier
#50. One who knows how to show and to accept kindness will be a friend better than any possession.
Sophocles
#51. Friends, show me a man who hates himself, and I'll show you a man who hates his neighbors more! He'd have to
you'd not grant anyone else something you can't have for yourself
no love, no kindness, no respect!
Mary Ann Shaffer
#52. Some show their kindness to the poor by employing them in their kitchens. Would they not be kinder if they employed themselves there?
Henry David Thoreau
#53. Take care of him, Soteria. And remember it takes great courage and heart for a man who knows no kindness to show it to another. Even the wildest of beasts can be tamed by a patient and gentle hand. (Takeshi)
Sherrilyn Kenyon
#54. Kindness does not require us to be blind to facts or to live in fancies, but it does require us to cherish a habit of goodwill, ready to show pity if sorrow appears, and slow to turn away even if hostility appears.
Alexander MacLaren
#55. May we show increased kindness toward one another, and may we ever be found doing the work of the Lord.
Thomas S. Monson
#56. When we love others, we feel better. We begin to show ourselves the same kindness, focusing less on our own flaws. Our relationships flourish and our self-concepts improve.
David Mezzapelle
#58. Good manners is just being respectful of others. Whether you know them or not, you should show respect for all people.
John Patrick Hickey
#59. God made us alive and secured us in Christ so that he could make us the beneficiaries of everlasting kindness from infinite riches of grace. This is not because we are worthy. Quite the contrary, it is to show the infinite measure of his worth.
John Piper
#60. A person who always fights back with an enemy is not strong; a person who shows kindness to an enemy is strong.
Debasish Mridha
#61. Always show more kindness than seems necessary, because the person receiving it needs it more than you will ever know.
Colin Powell
#62. I came here to show you the way to happiness is not through success but through love, compassion, and kindness.
Debasish Mridha
#63. When you show up with kindness, others can be more themselves.
Sue Fitzmaurice
#64. Whenever we show others the goodness of God, whenever we follow our Teacher by imitating His posture of humble and ready service, our actions are sacred and ministerial. To be called into the priesthood, as all of us are, is to be called to a life of presence, of kindness.
Rachel Held Evans
#65. So be gentle with yourself; show yourself the same kindness and patience you might show a young child - the child you once were. If you won't be your own friend, who will be? If, when playing an opponent, you are also opposing yourself, you will be outnumbered.
Dan Millman
#66. I expect to pass through this world but once. Any good therefore that I can do, or any kindness that I can show to any fellow creature, let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.
William Penn
#67. You are kind when you show your kindness to a person who is rude to you. It doesn't mean that you are weak, it shows your greatness and kindness.
Debasish Mridha
#68. God does not love us because we are lovable, have a pleasing personality or a good sense of humor, or at rare times show exceptional kindness. In spite of who we are and what we have done, God wants to pour out His love on us, for the unlovable are also precious unto Him.
David B. Haight
#69. Jellyfish do not respond to reason, they usually don't respond to kindness, and they will always show up to ruin a fun party if possible.
Kelly Williams Brown
#70. Never be afraid to offer a smile; sure the risk is that a few foolish people may misinterpret your kindness as weakness, but the reward in their error be that at least they cannot blame you because you did show your teeth.
Johnnie Dent Jr.
#71. Home cooking is the true embodiment of love. It makes us show patience, kindness, humility, hope, and perseverance.
Agus Ekanurdi
#72. Not always actions show the man; we find who does a kindness is not therefore kind.
Alexander Pope
#73. Be Kind. Be Generous. Be Helpful. Show Mercy. Be Forgiving. Give Love.
Be Thankful. Be Cheerful. Do Acts Of Kindness for Those Who Can Never Repay you. It all helps to brighten humanity!
Timothy Pina
#74. A wise person will be slow to show their anger ...
But very quick and diligent to show love and kindness to all.
Timothy Pina
#75. Instead of showing strangers kindness and giving them the benefit of the doubt, we increasingly show them only fear, and that is bad for us and them.
Julian Baggini
#76. And remember it takes great courage and heart for a man who knows no kindness to show it to another. Even the wildest of beasts can be tamed by a patient and gentle hand.
Sherrilyn Kenyon
#77. Neoptolemus: I am glad to see you and take you as a friend.
For one who knows how to show and accept kindness
will be a better friend than any possession.
Sophocles
#78. I'm trying to show by my actions that you can make a far better world if you just care enough. That's all you have to do. It's no big deal. One act of kindness a day can do it.
Betty Williams
#79. It's the easiest thing in the world to be kind to someone, to show love, to forgive. You are born with this instinct - it should be your first reaction. NOT violence, anger and hatred! That is something we are taught, it's a Choice You Make.
Michelle Horst
#80. This mother needs happy, reputable children, and that one needs unhappy ones: otherwise she cannot show her kindness as a mother.
Friedrich Nietzsche
#81. Surely we ought to show them (animals) great kindness and gentleness for many reasons, but, above all, because they are of the same origin as ourselves.
Saint John Chrysostom
#82. This is a way to kill a wife with kindness,
And thus I'll curb her mad and headstrong humour.
He that knows better how to tame a shrew,
Now let him speak. 'Tis charity to show.
William Shakespeare
#83. Every time we hold our tongues instead of returning the sharp retort, show patience with another's faults, show a little more love and kindness, we are helping to stock-pile more of these peace-bringing qualities in the world instead of armaments for war.
Connie Foster
#84. Like Mother Theresa, your greatness unfolds by the kindness you show to the weakest members of humanity.
Debasish Mridha
#85. To pick out the wildest and most fantastical odd man alive, and to place your kindness there, is an act so brave and daring as will show the greatness of your spirit and distinguish you in love, as you are in all things else, from womankind.
John Wilmot
#86. Sometimes situations call for us to act strong and brave even when we don't feel that way, but the payoff is better if we don't pretend when we feel weak or scared so that we allow people to show the kindness that's in them
Daniel Gottlieb
#87. One of the sweet things about pain and sorrow is that they show us how well we are loved, how much kindness there is in the world, and how easily we can make others happy in the same way when they need help and sympathy.
Louisa May Alcott
#88. Take a month and show some kindness for the folks who thought that blindness was an illness that affected eyes alone.
Maya Angelou
#89. Smile upon those that are downhearted and sad; lift the load from those that find theirs too heavy to bear, in gentleness, in kindness, in long-suffering, in patience, in mercy, in brotherly love. And as ye show forth these to thy fellow man, the ways and the gates of glory open before thee.
Edgar Cayce
#90. Stay the course, daughter. But show yourself some kindness along the way.
Nancy Horan
#91. everlasting love. So I will continue to show you my kindness." Jeremiah 31:3
Dianne Neal Matthews
#92. To a well deserving person God will show favor. To an ill deserving person He will simply be just.
Plautus
#93. When you are young you take the kindness people show you as your right.
W. Somerset Maugham
#94. They may rail at this life - from the hour I began it,
I've found it a life full of kindness and bliss;
And until they can show me some happier planet.
More social and bright, I'll content me with this.
Michael Moore
#95. I expect to pass through life but once. If therefore, there be any kindness I can show, or any good thing I can do to any fellow being, let me do it now, and not defer or neglect it, as I shall not pass this way again.
William Penn
#96. Precious moments are small elements of time, we show and share love and kindness, with those we care about.
Tom Baker
