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“Kindness is Invincible” Marcus Aurelius

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“Kindness is Invincible” Marcus Aurelius

 

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“…if you can show them the better way. If you cannot, remember that this is why you have the gift of kindness…you can do it too. Or tell me-who is stopping you?...” Marcus Aurelius

 

This is my third contribution to the Active Rain December Challenge Titled “Acts of Kindness” How appropriate the Host Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist   has taken on this challenge of co-hosting such a meaningful Active Rain Challenge. Needless to say, she has been on top of every post written and she interacted with every person who wrote or commented. No complaints no disgruntled or snarky comments, pure kindness from the host. I have hosted Active Rain Challenges over the years and it is not easy. It is labor intensive, for us hardworking Realtors during the Holidays it is even more challenging and difficult. Then to boot each member has the opportunity to do three blog posts, makes it even more labor intensive.

Some of you might have noticed, that she is the team player in this hosting, something must have happened to  Dr. Paula McDonald      clearly very important, not to be on the platform for 31 days, hope all is well with her and her family.

This Act of Kindness by our friend Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist  is so Inspirational to me. I always have a hard time with being so kind. Like Marcus Aurelius, I felt overpowered with this kind act by our fellow Active Rain Member.

Just as Marcus Aurelius recognized the duty to care and kindness to one’s fellow, it did not come easily to him, it does not come easy to me either. (this observation is just from reading his Meditations on a regular basis)

“…we all work together to the same end, some with conscious attention, other without knowing it…”   Marcus Aurelius

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This has truly touched my heart and I will inspire to be like her, even if I fail, I will continue to try. Thank you for the wonderful “Acts of Kindness” Challenge and you are an inspiration to all of us. Leading by example is true Leadership.

Wishing you a very Happy, Healthy and Prosperous 2024 Kathleen and to those who read this post.

 

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Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

In the current world climate, I think this message is more important than ever. Love and light..

Dec 31, 2023 11:55 PM
Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Endre Barath, Jr. - "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but  a habit," says Aristotle. What a nice tribute you wrote to Kathleen Daniels. 

Jan 01, 2024 02:36 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

What a beautiful way to end the Kindness Challenge, by recognizing the kindness of our challenge host. I agree with everything you said.

Jan 01, 2024 04:55 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Endre. What a way for me to start the New Year reading your post. You definitely nailed in writing what many others were thinking. So, like Kat Palmiotti, I am going to agree and move on. Enjoy your day. 

Jan 01, 2024 05:11 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Endre, Great way to start the New Year off with a Marcus Aurelius quote! Cheers to you and Diane for a Happy New Year!

Jan 01, 2024 05:12 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Good morning, Endre. Kindness is indeed invincible. It was thousands of years ago and it remains so today. Wishing you and Diane the happiest of new years.

Happy New Year 2024

Jan 01, 2024 06:16 AM
Leanne Smith
Dirt Road Real Estate - Golden Valley, AZ
The Grit and Gratitude Agent

Your comment is so right on for each and every day.  As you are a fan on the philosophers of the past, I am not surprised by the sharing of this quote.  Happy New Year and congratulations on your third entry into this challenge of gratitude.

Jan 01, 2024 06:31 AM
Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

After being challenged in church yesterday to think about what I wanted for the new year, I finally came up with Kindness.   Think of how many disagreements and conflicts could be avoided with kindness toward your fellow man.  I think that the whole focus on diversity and inclusion could be avoided by pivoting to an emphasis on kindness

Jan 01, 2024 07:46 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

My guess is hate and division are at the top of the negative emotions that stop people from being kind, Endre Barath, Jr.  

Kindness is my default. Yet, I am human. When I see evil, wrong, and at times just bat crap crazy, my defender warrior comes out. When that happens, the kindness filter is at risk of going out the window unless I pause, step away, and give myself time to chill. 

Thank you for your kind words and our friendship. Reading this post this morning leaves me feeling honored and appreciated. A double thank you! 

You are correct, hosting takes a lot of time. The biggest frustration for me is the site has been so slow and unresponsible causing the time spent even greater. 

Thank you for your full participation in the December Kindness challenge. 

It is time to wrap the challenge up and get the points submitted to the powers that be. 

 

Jan 01, 2024 09:28 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Kindness is what moves heaven and earth and everything else in between Endre! Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist is a dear heart and I so appreciate her kind soul, fun spirit and willingness to give wholeheartedly. She and I finally connected yesterday and it was so delightful to share little stories with her!

Jan 01, 2024 10:40 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

Hello, Miss Anna "Banana" Kruchten It was wonderful to catch up with you yesterday.  I feel the same about your heart, soul, and kindness.  Oh, and your sense of humor and wholehearted giving are all appreciated. 

Jan 01, 2024 10:58 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Giving through kindness is appreciated by the receiver and elevates both parties spirits, Endre. May 2024 be yours and Diane's best year ever!

Jan 01, 2024 01:05 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Giving through kindness is appreciated by the receiver and elevates both parties spirits, Endre. May 2024 be yours and Diane's best year ever!

Jan 01, 2024 01:05 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Endre:

We can never have too much kindness, and it has the power to do so much.

Jeff

Jan 01, 2024 07:23 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

There's definitely a shortage of kindness going around these days and I applaud you for recognizing our own Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist for doing such an amazing job hosting this month. You're right, it's the busiest month of the year and she didn't miss a submission! THANK YOU, Kathleen and thank you, Endre, for sharing this post.

Jan 01, 2024 09:12 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

Thank you, Debe Maxwell, CRS for all that you do to keep the AR lights on and wheels on the AR bus spinning forward.  

Jan 02, 2024 04:23 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Hmm, Dr. Paula McDonald doesn't comment on my posts very often, so I didn't even notice that she hasn't been in the Rain lately.  I do hope that all is well with her, I love reading her posts.

Jan 02, 2024 04:52 AM
Dr. Paula McDonald
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279

Endre, thank you for your comment. I will be putting out a post today regarding my absence. However, the only person who has contacted me was @Kathleen Daniels.Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist. December was a bust for me for many reasons. Blessings to you.

Jan 02, 2024 05:31 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Endre- Kindness is a gentle word yet its impact can be great. If we do nothing else each day but show kindness to someone, then we would have achieved quite a bit. 

Jan 02, 2024 07:45 PM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

This post may be too heavy for my simple mind to comprehend Endre Barath, Jr. but with your always witty analysis, YES! Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist may be the Kathleen "Aurelius" Daniels adopted into the family of "The Purple" empresses of Active Rain and true gift to us. HAIL Kathleen!

Happy New Year!

 

Jeff

Jan 02, 2024 09:43 PM
Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ
Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ
HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

Could not agree more Endre!  Kathleen has been front and center with comments, which in turn are acts of Kindness.  GREAT post!  I hope Paula is doing well!

Jan 03, 2024 10:07 AM