Quote by Emanuel Swedenborg

Kindness is an inner desire that makes us want to do good things even if we do not get anything in return. It is the joy of our life to do them. When we do good things from this inner desire, there is kindness in everything we think, say, want and do.

Kindness is an inner desire that makes us want to do good th

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This quote explains that kindness is a deep-seated desire within us to do good deeds, even without the expectation of receiving anything in return. It suggests that performing acts of kindness brings us genuine joy and becomes an important aspect of our lives. When driven by this inner desire, kindness permeates our thoughts, words, intentions, and actions, enriching everything we do.

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