Empathy And Kindness Definition

Our values are something that is not only important, but effect almost every single decision we make in life. Usually before I react or make a choice, I think about my values first and what really matters most to me. Empathy would be the value that I hold dearest, it’s as simple as that. Empathy and kindness. Why? Empathy is the ability to understand other human beings feelings and struggles, and I believe that’s one of the kindest things. To explain how the value of empathy has changed me, I’d have to start from the beginning, and truthfully, empathy wasn’t always a value I treasured. I was bullied in elementary school and treated badly by other children, whether it be because I was quiet or my outer appearance. Those experiences for a short
time made a part of me bitter. When things like that happen you may start to think, “Why should I be kind and understanding to others when no one has ever kind and understanding to ME?” The more I grew up, the more experience I gained over the years, is what made me more gentle towards others, especially since I am able to understand what someone is going through. I’ve used this value in my life quite often, almost every day. One memory that sticks in my mind is back in middle school, a girl was sitting at a table alone at lunch crying. After talking to her the problem was clear that her group of friends had all been turning their backs on her, she was upset and all she needed was someone to talk to, so I tried to put myself in her shoes and offer any help I could. You could see the change in her facial expressions and mood, that’s when I realized even something as effortless as just listening to someone can go a long way. This is why I will carry this value for the rest of my life, other people deserve kindness and understanding.