Why kindness matters | John Sweeney | TEDxStPeterPort

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  • @evelina9623
    @evelina9623 5 років тому +66

    Please tell me I’m not the only one who’s here bc they wanna be nicer and need more motivation bc life sucks and ppl are pretty rude sometimes

    • @maggotcrowly4530
      @maggotcrowly4530 5 років тому +7

      You are nice for trying to be nicer.
      Hope your days are getting better.

    • @janr6057
      @janr6057 5 років тому +4

      You are not alone in that thought. I am not sure what country you are from, or your situation but you matter. We all matter. Sometimes a smile and a kind word can mean more than you will ever know. I hope your situation gets better soon. 💕

    • @blacksupra001
      @blacksupra001 5 років тому

      Yep same reason.

    • @evelina9623
      @evelina9623 5 років тому +2

      James Williams 777 good thing I’m not alone 😬😓

  • @yaminimehta5520
    @yaminimehta5520 8 років тому +15

    I logged into youtube specifically to engage into a talk which talks about kindness. I get so enraged when things don't work my way. It angers me. I realize that internally I become unkind to people. I do think for once letting my anger out, which I don't do but that is again frustrating. I don't wanna be a person like this.I don't wanna poison my head against anyone even momentarily. This was extensively inspiring. Thanks John!

    • @asankagurusinghe6128
      @asankagurusinghe6128 3 роки тому +1

      I think we all have moments like this. Takes something to admit this and try to improve.

  • @truly7468
    @truly7468 4 роки тому +8

    If you ever feel like a bad person, just remember that truly bad people don’t care that they are bad.

  • @tealpari
    @tealpari 9 років тому +40

    I totally agree with you that kindness matters! Keep on spreading your kindness! It is worth it! You are worth it! You are amazing! You have a beautiful soul! Have a lovely day! -Miss Kindness 😊

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому +1

      +Pari Kim I really appreciate the kind words.

  • @believeinyourself4457
    @believeinyourself4457 6 років тому +2

    I'm most grateful you stepped up to share John, thank you. Exercising kindness has been a path to frequent joy, and a means to live within happiness.

  • @light-lc8ud
    @light-lc8ud 6 років тому +3

    Thank you...i can see the shine in your eyes

  • @LadyMagenta13
    @LadyMagenta13 2 роки тому +1

    Great how you’ve turned your trauma around and are helping others now…well done , very inspirational 👏🏽

  • @richstruchen4473
    @richstruchen4473 9 років тому +9

    your a wonderful man Mr. Sweeny! I really enjoyed watching your video. I've had so many people help me through my illness over the last couple of years and I try to pay it forward as much as possible. Thank you for the inspiration. you made this man smile with your kindness :)

  • @camman6912
    @camman6912 6 років тому +2

    Thank you so much John
    Just doing little things to help other people can bring you so much happiness

  • @camillacruise7972
    @camillacruise7972 9 років тому +3

    Such an inspiring story from a wonderfully unassuming kind man, how the seed of something so little can grow and grow . The kindness movement started by John is on my mind every day and like to try to do my little bit and spread the word too x.

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому

      Camilla Cruise Camilla, you're such a kind and wonderful lady. Thank you. :)

  • @70italiana
    @70italiana 4 роки тому

    happiness is the answer ... love you JOhn.

  • @cynthiahawkins2389
    @cynthiahawkins2389 7 років тому +1

    My group, "Flotsam, Reconsidered", takes clothing, appliances, books, etc..and passes them on to people in need. I make it a point to learn their names, their kid's names, where they are from, how they came to be in want..and then, give them, based on what they have said, and I have heard..things I think they can use. I also seek out other venues, such as a local church which has a free store for people in need. Many poor families have children, and recently when a neighbor's child outgrew the stroller/pram..they gave it to me. I wiped and cleaned it, as it was still in great condition, and passed it to the free store, for another to use. It really does not take an advanced college degree, or a huge amount of money to perform acts of kindness. Start where you are - use what you have - and then, DO WHAT YOU CAN!! From NYC Union Square...Blest be, all.

  • @aliciale4797
    @aliciale4797 5 років тому +1

    In a world where you can be anything, be kind.

  • @nealatwell8929
    @nealatwell8929 9 років тому +4

    Hi John. Your message inspired me the first time I heard it and I'm so pleased to hear you are now being kind to yourself too. Great talk followed by great actions. Thank you.

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому

      Neal Atwell Thank you Neil, I appreciate it mate!

  • @TheBenjaminHero
    @TheBenjaminHero 9 років тому +27

    Powerful! Love the passion for kindness!

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому +1

      Benjamin Hero Thank you my brother! Hope we see you again soon. :)

    • @TheBenjaminHero
      @TheBenjaminHero 9 років тому

      John M Sweeney Haha, yess! Speaking to Liam at the moment!

    • @ceciliahyde7891
      @ceciliahyde7891 6 років тому

      Benjamin Hero - Motivation Fred?

  • @misciatarlit
    @misciatarlit 6 років тому +2

    Kindess matters because they need kindness and love.

  • @janr6057
    @janr6057 5 років тому

    This man is an amazing soul! Thank you.

  • @sharonmcleskey1859
    @sharonmcleskey1859 9 років тому +1

    Glad to finally see and hear the man behind the movement. I'v been a follower since nearly the beginnng, and am supporter of Suspended Coffee. I love the concept! ...thank you for listening to the heart of God.

  • @aliasgrace3203
    @aliasgrace3203 9 років тому +8

    the best kind of karma imaginable...thank you I will be passing this on and on and on x

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому

      Alias Grace I appreciate it Alias :)

    • @tealpari
      @tealpari 9 років тому

      I appreciate your kindness Alias! You are so marvelous! Thanks for being alive! You rock! 😍

  • @TomOMara
    @TomOMara 9 років тому +2

    Well said John. A truly inspiring talk and such a simple idea. Going to call someone now that I haven't talked to in a long time.

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому

      Tom O' Mara Thanks Tom! Hope you're well. :)

  • @kellymariebuckley3371
    @kellymariebuckley3371 9 років тому +2

    John, what an amazing video, you brought tears to my eyes, that of pride and admiration. I'm also from cork , what a kind beautiful soul. I'm make sure to inspire and share my kindness! Thank you!

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому +1

      Kelly Marie Buckley Thank you Kelly, I really do appreciate the kind words. :)

    • @tealpari
      @tealpari 9 років тому

      Kelly, you are so kind! I love when people are kind. Keep spreading your love and kindness in this world! It is beautiful. Don't forget: YOU are cared for! -Miss Kindness 😊

  • @pialove3988
    @pialove3988 3 роки тому

    Kindness does matter. But remember some see kindness as a weakness.

  • @signecomfort8135
    @signecomfort8135 9 років тому +3

    This is great! Thank you for sharing your kindness and inspiring others for doing the same.

  • @huongtrinh8609
    @huongtrinh8609 7 місяців тому

    Thank you!

  • @charlesglassman3841
    @charlesglassman3841 9 років тому +3

    Thanks, John, for your inspiring message.

  • @dmw1948
    @dmw1948 8 років тому

    thank you John Sweeney! Paying it forward!

  • @mariakeegan4099
    @mariakeegan4099 8 років тому

    John, I loved your talk. I loved your open honesty and I especially love your willingness to show vulnerability. This I believe shows strength of character. If I'm ever in Cork I'd be happy to buy you a coffee😊🤗. Keep up your great work!

  • @Leto85
    @Leto85 7 років тому +1

    15:03 I recognize the woman on that picture. Wasn't she who does interviews with actors and is know for her positive humour that people make like her almost instantly?
    I believe the UA-camr CharismaOnCommand did a video about her some day.

  • @danreichart4829
    @danreichart4829 8 років тому

    Great talk John! My friend told me of the caffe sospesso concept a couple of days ago. She just sent me the wikipedia article on it and from there got a link to this talk. Classic serendipity! Cheers.

  • @juliayoutube24
    @juliayoutube24 5 років тому +1

    I want to share kindness ❤️

  • @kylec.3293
    @kylec.3293 8 місяців тому

    Oooof.. the end aged poorly unfortunately.
    Joking aside, thank you. Working on kindness with my son, this helped our talk a lot.

  • @nvo265
    @nvo265 2 роки тому

    I'm curious, Were you able to share a coffee with any of the three people?

  • @rayjayclarkfamily6518
    @rayjayclarkfamily6518 6 років тому

    KINDNESS

  • @tehv0001
    @tehv0001 9 років тому +2

    Great talk!

  • @wylde39
    @wylde39 6 років тому

    that voice

  • @jackiness
    @jackiness 9 років тому +1

    I adore you, mister, and always will. Also, I love you. Also, you're awesome. Also, thank you. #youwinatallthethings #kindnessmatters

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому

      Jackie Lea Shelley Thank you so much, Jackie. Means a lot from a fellow misfit. :)

  • @Rleetuber
    @Rleetuber 8 років тому +2

    Amazing talk😊

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 8 років тому

      +Robin Veysey Thank you for the kind words. :)

  • @richardwarnock5375
    @richardwarnock5375 9 років тому +1

    Inspiring!

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому

      Richard Warnock Very kind of you. :)

  • @JAlanHans
    @JAlanHans 9 років тому

    Amazing and profound.

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому

      mrmoo524 Very kind of you. :)

    • @JAlanHans
      @JAlanHans 9 років тому

      John M Sweeney I hope this makes it to Ellen. Also, the day after I watched this, I bought a Starbucks gift card and gave it away. It's a start.

  • @chrissiebawn9357
    @chrissiebawn9357 4 роки тому

  • @basmaaltwejri8871
    @basmaaltwejri8871 8 років тому

    amazing~

  • @shawnhunter7581
    @shawnhunter7581 4 роки тому

    I believe I'm pretty nice, but I am pretty stressed as well. This world being reee reee doesn't help either!

  • @johnkeogh08
    @johnkeogh08 9 років тому +1

    Well done Johnny :)

  • @prezentz
    @prezentz 9 років тому +3

    happy to have coffee with you any time John :D if I'd had your phone number I would have used your 103 seconds to call you I called my sister instead :D

    • @Johnmsweeney5
      @Johnmsweeney5 9 років тому +1

      Sussan Munt I hope it was awesome. :)

  • @satyaahimsa
    @satyaahimsa 9 років тому +2

    Napels Rules!

  • @bobsbigboy_
    @bobsbigboy_ 3 роки тому

    is he vegan tho

  • @mcdijkhuizen941
    @mcdijkhuizen941 7 років тому

    Don't feed the unkind because they live on it. Don't give them any attention. Work on your self-esteem

  • @chunyuenlau56
    @chunyuenlau56 Рік тому

    Very good message overall. But the part where you want to meet Ellen DeGeneres didn't make this video age well. Oops that's not a kind thing to say.

  • @richstruchen4473
    @richstruchen4473 9 років тому +1

    your a wonderful man Mr. Sweeny! I really enjoyed watching your video. I've had so many people help me through my illness over the last couple of years and I try to pay it forward as much as possible. Thank you for the inspiration. you made this man smile with your kindness :)

    • @tealpari
      @tealpari 9 років тому +1

      You are such a wonderful man Rich! It really touches my heart that you're so kind! Your sweetness and loving spirit make you such an awesome human being! Thanks for existing! -Lots of kindness, Miss Kindness 😊