The Impact of Alertness on Acts of Kindness

In a classic psychology experiment, seminary students in a hurry to give a speech on being a good Samaritan were less likely to help someone in need. This highlights the importance of alertness in showing kindness. Kindness is often equated with niceness, but it can also mean engagement and addressing uncomfortable situations. Being nice is about making people feel good in the present, while being kind is about helping them in the long run.

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