Quick, informative read. I feel like the title is a perfect indicator of what you can expect from this book. It's all about how kindness can strengthen your well-being and improve your life. It's short, to the point, and well-written. I'd recommend it to anyone.

The Five Side Effects of Kindness by David… In this book David shares how kindness alters the brain and how it lowers blood pressure. It helps with depression and slows processes of ageing.
The five side effects of kindness are:
1. Makes us happier- People of all ages, including children are happier when they are kind. It was also found that older people (65 and older) who volunteer to help other were happier and had a greater sense of purpose which resulted in a greater will to live. Kindness physically changes the brain.
2. It is good for the heart – Kindness uplifts us when we witness it, receive it or show it. This feeling causes medical things to happen that help the heart, reduce blood pressure and reduce stress. Having a dog reduces the chances of a heart attack. Even being kind to other animals reduces blood pressure which is good for the heart. Hugs are also good for the heart. I read somewhere else that a person should have seven hugs a day.
3. It slows ageing- He shares in more detail the seven processes of ageing that can be slowed by acts of kindness.
4. It improves our relationships- Kindness makes us more likeable to others and is one of the best traits found in friendships and relationships.
5. It is contagious- Seeing acts of kindness make us feel good and motivates us to do something kind to someone else.
David shares how and why this happens and the science behind it. He shares stories from people who performed acts of kindness. He shares 50 suggestions for acts of kindness that we can perform throughout the book. At the end of each chapter he provides a chapter summary. He closes the book with a 7 Day Kindness Challenge.

A quick and uplifting book to read. It's filled with anecdotes and practical suggestions. Doesn't take long to read and I guarantee it will put you in a good mood.

I was given this book by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Beautifully written. This is such a positive read full of inspiration and hope. Read it!

What a beautiful book. All the way through reading it my brain was constantly thinking up ways to be kind. For each person who reads this book the world will become a better place. The writing style was easy and welcoming and it was pitched just at the right level. I loved all the stories dotted about they really lifted your spirits. It is an important book that will do a lot of good. I am also feeling the urge to nip down to the local dog rescue centre and bring back some furry love. Thank you