Quote by Samuel Johnson

Kindness is in our power, even when fondness is not.

Kindness is in our power, even when fondness is not.

Summary

This quote suggests that while we may not always have strong feelings of affection towards others, it is still within our control to be kind to them. Even when we don't particularly like someone, we have the ability to show them kindness, empathy, and compassion. It reminds us that kindness is not solely reserved for those whom we have a attachment to, but rather, it is a choice we can make irrespective of our personal feelings.

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