Being kind not only helps others, but also yourself

Random acts of kindness can improve your well-being more than planned acts of charity, but both activities are highly encouraged for the creation of a better society. Photo: AFP

One kind word can warm three winter months: This Japanese proverb resonates strongly within the global context of the Covid-19 pandemic, terrorism and election drama in the United States.

With World Kindness Day having been marked on Nov 13, let’s remember that a simple act of kindness can have positive effects not only on its recipient, but also on its giver. So what do you have to lose?