The Science of Kindness

This chapter explores the concept of kindness, tracing its roots in the animal kingdom and emphasizing its biological and evolutionary significance. Through studies on children and specific measurement tools, it highlights the innate capacity for kindness and empathy in humans, revealing how these traits are essential for communal survival. The discussion further examines the distinctions between genuine kindness and mere actions, along with the varying tendencies toward kindness based on age and socioeconomic status.