The Side of Kindness

Book excerpt: All too often, the complex society in which we live forces us to take sides-between political parties, religious denominations, sports teams, and more. But how can we be sure we've chosen the right side? And is there a way to overcome the divisiveness and hostility that often accompanies choosing one side over another? This book offers a unique look at choosing the side that really matters: the side of kindness. In a series of sometimes humorous, always thought-provoking reflections, author Sandra Makowski reminds us that we can always choose the side of kindness, even in the smallest decisions of daily life. Our conversation, tone of voice, and even the way we dress can be shaped by kindness. And together, those many small decisions can make a great difference in our broken and fragile world.