#Human Kindness

Progress Measured by Warmth, Not Distance

Finally, Stoic exercises operationalize warmth. Begin with a morning intention to be useful; widen perspective with a “view from above” to see others’ needs in context (Meditations 7.48); and close the day with a candid review—Where was I helpful, where did I chill the room, how will I repair?—echoing Seneca’s nightly self-examination (On Anger 3.36). By repeating these small disciplines, we ensure that the path may be short or long—but it always leaves warmth behind. [...]

You May Be Surprised to Find That the World Is Not So Cruel - A. C. Grayling

The message serves as a subtle encouragement to persist through difficulties, trusting that the world holds unexpected moments of grace and understanding. [...]