7 Types Of Kindness We All Need In the Workplace

If I had to choose one rule for company culture, it would be:

𝐀𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐛𝐞 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝.
Here are 7 types of kindness we all need in the workplace:

1. Physical Kindness
Caring for someone’s physical well-being.

↳ Offer a hug.
↳ Help with heavy lifting.
↳ Treat a colleague to lunch.

2. Mental Kindness
Supporting someone’s mental health.

↳ Listen without judgment.
↳ Help with problem-solving.
↳ Suggest breaks during stressful times.

3. Sensory Kindness
Creating a comfortable sensory experience.

↳ Lower the volume in shared spaces.
↳ Avoid playing music without permission.
↳ Keep the environment clutter-free.

4. Social Kindness
Nurturing social connections in the workplace.

↳ Organize team-building activities.
↳ Check in on a colleague.
↳ Invite someone new to your group.

5. Spiritual Kindness
Fostering purpose and belonging.

↳ Encourage others to pursue their passions.
↳ Share inspiring quotes or stories.
↳ Support others’ beliefs and values.

6. Emotional Kindness
Being supportive of others’ feelings.

↳ Validate colleagues’ emotions.
↳ Offer to talk when they’re feeling down.
↳ Give compliments to lift their spirits.

7. Creative Kindness
Encouraging creativity and self-expression in the workplace.

↳ Share artistic resources or workshops.
↳ Collaborate on a creative project.
↳ Gift a handmade item.

Kindness comes in many forms but is always essential.

A simple act of kindness can lead to much stronger teams.