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The concept of kindness can seem simple, but it leads to powerful experiences and profound human connections.

Kindness is more than behavior. The art of kindness means harboring a spirit of helpfulness, as well as being generous and considerate, and doing so without expecting anything in return. Kindness is a quality of being. The act of giving kindness is often simple, free, positive and healthy.

The Ohio State University and the Ohio State Kindness Committee have developed resources to help you practice kindness in your life.

Kindness Resources

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Give Kudos

You can pass on kindness by sending kudos to those who have been kind to you.
Loving Kindness Meditation

Kindness Meditation with Dr. Jacqueline Hoying

Jacqueline Hoying, PhD, RN, leads you in a meditation focused on kindness.
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Kind Song Playlist

The Ohio State University Kindness Committee with the Boo Radley Society, a kindness student organization, created the Kind Song Playlist on Spotify.
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Kind and Feel-Good Movie List

The Ohio State Kindness Committee and the Boo Radley Society compiled this list of kind and feel-good movies that are sure to warm your heart and inspire you to spread kindness.
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Kind Zoom Backgrounds

The Office of Student Life created two kind Zoom backgrounds you can use to spread virtual kindness.
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Kindness at Ohio State YouTube Playlist

Take a look back at all our favorite kindness moment at The Ohio State University by viewing our YouTube playlist.