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Paperback Edition
- 978-1-03-834383-3
- 5.5 x 8.5 inches
- Premium Color interior
- 68 pages
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Hardcover Edition
- 978-1-03-834384-0
- 5.5 x 8.5 inches
- Premium Color interior
- 68 pages
- Keywords
- Kindness,
- Positivity and happiness,
- Self-improvement and personal growth,
- Philosophy,
- Community engagement,
- Inspiration,
- Practical memoir
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The Heart of Kindness
by
Ardi Parker
In today’s fast-paced world, does kindness still have a place? The Heart of Kindness answers with a resounding yes. Part guidebook and part reflective philosophy, this inspiring work centers on a powerful truth: kindness matters. Whether shown to others or extended inward to yourself, kindness is a simple yet profound force that can transform both your inner self and the world around you. Inside this book, you’ll discover: • A clear explanation of the nature of kindness • How kindness shapes our lives in quiet yet powerful ways • What it means to live with love and kindness in your heart • The ripple effect kindness has on the people around us With thoughtful insights and practical reflections, The Heart of Kindness offers encouragement to bring more compassion into your daily life, in your community, and within yourself.
Ardi Parker’s journey to kindness is rooted in a lifetime of learning, observation, and growth. Raised in a large family as the eldest daughter, she naturally strived to be a positive role model for her younger siblings. Like many, her path was filled with challenges, and through them, she sought to understand the roots of negativity and the meaning of true happiness. Ardi studied psychology, taught high school English for nearly forty years, and has always been a keen observer of human behavior. Her experiences in education deepened her understanding of how people want to be treated and how vital kindness is to personal growth and emotional well-being. Over time, she came to a simple, powerful realization: it all begins with a kind and healthy heart. Now retired and living on beautiful Vancouver Island with her husband of over fifty years, Ardi enjoys writing, playing guitar, singing, and swimming. With The Heart of Kindness, she shares the wisdom earned from a life dedicated to compassion, self-reflection, and the quiet power of love.
Contributors
- Author
- Ardi Parker
- Illustrator
- Cindy Moore
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