Kindness research briefing

There are many definitions of kindness, and kindness is often entwined with related concepts like empathy, compassion, and altruism. At its core, researchers suggest that kindness is a gesture motivated by genuine, warm feelings for others.

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Random acts of kindness

Research shows that helping others can be good for our mental health. It reduces stress, improves our emotional well-being and even benefits our physical health. In short, doing good does you good.

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Why kindness matters so much right now

This blog explores the importance of kindness for the mental health and wellbeing of ourselves and others, as well as ways we can practice kindness on Random Acts of Kindness Day and beyond.

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Pets and mental health

How a pet can help your mental health, deciding if having a pet is right for you, and options if you can’t have a pet.

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Why kindness got me to where I am today

Ntale is a psychotherapeutic counsellor and activist from South London and now works for the Mental Health Foundation. He touches on the role kindness has played in his life and how kindness has helped him be who he is today.

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The importance of kindness

Cassandra Baker is a single mum of two from Bromley and runs her own business, Baker Girl Beauty. She speaks on the importance of kindness during COVID-19 and the struggles of being a single mother.

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Altruism and wellbeing in an age of austerity

We discuss the impact of altruism and acts of kindness on people's well-being and mental health, and recommend things we can all do for others that can improve the world we live in.

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