kind genes

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The Helper’s High: How Helping Others Heals Your Heart and Immune System

We’re genetically wired to care. When we show kindness or compassion, the body doesn’t stay neutral. We receive a genuine biological boost — mentally and physically.

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It’s not the thing itself, it’s what it’s like

“Why does being kind to someone affect my heart, brain, and immune system?” This was…

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A cream coloured cup on a table with a pink daisy flower beside it. Resting on the cup is a torn off piece of paper with the words, 'You are stronger than you think' typed on it.

Kindness Isn’t Weakness

“Kindness is weak”, “Kindness is soft and flimsy”, “Kindness is for the weak”, “Nice guys finish last.”

These are common misperceptions.

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Section of DNA in 3D, lying left-to-right. It's lit in the centre, like a light emanating. The DNA is made of small bubbles in pastel blue and pink colours.

Kind genes: Nature’s reward package

You have kind genes! Seriously. We all have. Kind genes are some of the oldest…

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