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Add Kindness Courage and Hope to Create Life’s Magic

Add Kindness Courage and Hope to Create Life’s Magic

Every morning brings a fresh start. It’s one of the simplest truths of life but also one of the most profound.

The sun rises, the day begins, and with it comes the opportunity to wipe the slate clean. No matter what happened yesterday—or even last year—today is a chance to begin again.  

That’s the beauty of mornings. They don’t demand perfection or require us to have all the answers. They simply invite us to show up. And how we show up is up to us. 

Some days, we might greet the morning with a clear plan and unshakable determination. Other days, all we might muster is a cup of coffee and a willingness to try again. Both are enough. 

The question is: What will you bring to your new day?  

Kindness: The Gentle Force of Renewal

If in doubt, try kindness. That’s my motto.

Kindness, especially toward ourselves, is a powerful way to begin anew. Often, we’re hardest on ourselves for what we didn’t do, what went wrong, or how we fell short. But mornings remind us that life isn’t about being perfect; it’s about progress. A little self-compassion—a moment to remind ourselves that we’re doing the best we can—can shift our entire perspective.  

And kindness isn’t just for us. When we extend it to others, we create ripples that can transform ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. A smile, a kind word, or an unexpected gesture of generosity might be the spark someone else needs to start their day with hope.  

Courage: The Strength to Try Again

Sometimes, a new beginning feels daunting. Perhaps yesterday brought challenges, failures, or heartbreak. But courage isn’t about erasing the past. The past has passed. Courage is about choosing to move forward despite it. 

Courage can be as quiet as taking the first step toward a goal or as bold as daring to dream again after disappointment.

Even a tiny act of bravery—like saying “yes” to something new or “no” to what no longer serves you—can remind you of your strength. 

Hope: The Light That Guides Us

And then there’s hope. The soft, steady flame that keeps us looking forward. Hope doesn’t promise that everything will be easy or perfect, but it does assure us that there’s potential in every day. 

It allows us to envision a better future and take steps toward it, even when the path feels uncertain.  

A pinch of kindness, a dash of courage, and a sprinkle of hope—these small ingredients can transform the most ordinary morning into something meaningful. They remind us that while we can’t change what’s behind us, we can shape what lies ahead.  

So, as you sip your coffee or take that first step into the day, ask yourself: How will you begin again? With a kind heart, a courageous spirit, and a hopeful mind, there’s no limit to what today might hold.

Credit - David R. Hamilton PhD

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This article is a summary of some of the content in Chapters 1 and 2 of ‘The Joy of Actually Giving a F*ck’, David R Hamilton PhD (Hay House, July 2024). You can also read more about the actual studies that tested the impact of mindfulness on kind behaviour, and more on kindfulness and the scientific benefits of compassion and kindness, including the impact on mental health, the heart, immune system, and ageing.

David R. Hamilton PhD
After completing his PhD, David worked for 4 years in the pharmaceutical industry developing drugs for cardiovascular disease and cancer. During this time he also served as an athletics coach and manager of one of the UK’s largest athletics clubs, leading them to three successive UK finals. Upon leaving the pharmaceutical industry, David co-founded the international relief charity Spirit Aid Foundation and served as a director for 2 years.

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