'Kill them with kindness' doesn't always have to be seen in a negative way or as a form of manipulation, as many believe. Instead, it's up to us to use it in a positive way so that we can all incorporate it into our lives.
1. You Become a Better Person
When we say and do nasty things to people, sometimes it can make us feel nasty about ourselves instead of leaving us feeling better. This is especially true if you're a good person who tries to avoid conflict and negative confrontation. But on the other hand, making an effort to be a genuinely good person makes us feel really great about ourselves. Treating other with kindness will do this for you and will leave you feeling happy and positive.
2. It Helps You Achieve
This reason comes from a genuine and good place as well. A good example of when to kill them with kindness is in a personal situation where things are not going well or it's turning negative, to the point that you're not comfortable with the way it currently is. And even when this happens it can be very hard for us to change it alone. So, you can kill them with kindness to help this happen for you. There will be a much higher chance things will change in a positive way from acting this way, rather than deciding to make demands.
3. It Spreads Positivity
One of the best reasons is because it means you're bringing a whole lot of kindness into the world, which is always a positive thing! We should all spread positivity at every chance we get because it really does make the world a better place.
4. It's Gratefully Received
As we all know, not everyone in this world displays kindness and so often we're met with rudeness and negativity rather than kindness and love from others. So when we do come across someone who displays kindness to such an extent, it really does go noticed and it will be gratefully received by each person you decide to be kind to.
5. You're Treating Other Well
Sometimes we don't think much of how we treat others, especially the ones we might treat in a bad way. But if you've ever been on the receiving end of this you'll know of the huge negative impact it can have and the repercussions. Have peace of mind that you're treating others well, knowing that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and kindness to an extent.
6. It Makes the World a Better Place
If you decide to treat someone with kindness and they receive this in a positive way, there is a much higher chance they will decide to pass this on to the next person (meaning they will show the same kindness to you in return and/or someone else). Believe it or not, we're constantly learning off each other because of our ability to influence each other.
At the end of the day, make the decision to kill them with kindness because it's something you genuinely believe in and want to do. Changing your behaviour in a really positive way like this is so beneficial to ourselves and other people, so what are you waiting for?!
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does it mean to 'kill them with kindness'?
- Oh, great question! 'Killing them with kindness' means responding to negativity with such overwhelming kindness that it disarms the other person and stops their negative behavior. It's like, instead of fighting fire with fire, you're using water to cool things down. 😊
- Why should I respond to negativity with kindness?
- Well, for starters, it helps you keep your cool and stay the better person. It's way more satisfying in the long run! Plus, it can actually turn things around and make the other person rethink their behavior. Trust me, kindness can be so powerful!
- Can you give me an example of killing someone with kindness?
- Absolutely! Imagine someone at work is being super rude to you. Instead of snapping back, you stay calm and respond politely, maybe even compliment them or offer to help. It might throw them off a bit, but in a good way. They might even apologize or at least back off.
- Isn't it exhausting to always be kind, especially to mean people?
- Oh, I hear you! It can be tough, no doubt about it. But think about it this way: it takes a lot less emotional energy to be kind than to hold onto anger or frustration. Plus, it can actually make you feel better about yourself and the situation. So, in a way, it's a win-win!
- What if kindness doesn't work and the person keeps being mean?
- Great point! Sometimes, no matter how kind you are, people can still be jerks. In those cases, it's okay to set boundaries and protect yourself. You've done your part by being kind, and that's all you can control. Just remember, their behavior is a reflection of them, not you.