The trait of kindness is one of the most benevolent, but strangely, can also be volatile. Perhaps it’s by our collective hubris that we simply take kindness for granted, as we assume we are perfectly capable to sharing it. But kindness is deceptive to those who try to wield it, as it takes a lot of mindfulness and experience to know just what kind of kindness is best. While it comes in multiple forms, there are some forms of kindness that can leave one vulnerable to being taken advantage of, kindness that can be an enabler for another’s self-destruction, or kindness that can go too far and spoil the recipient into adopting an unrealistic standard on others. Sometimes, the kindest thing to do is put aside the pleasantries, be assertive, and like a true friend, push others in a direction they don’t want to go.
 
Kindness is plentiful,
 
But kindness can be tough.
 
It’s not just flowing with the current…
 
…But staying rooted and asserting others to sustain the right path.