Why do we have few kind people and lots of on-kind people around us?

We have fewer kind people because kindness requires empathy, patience, and effort, while unkindness often stems from stress, fear, or self-centeredness in today’s fast-paced, competitive world.

That’s a thoughtful and complex question. In brief:

It might feel that way sometimes, but there are likely many kind people around — kindness is often quiet, while unkind actions can be more visible or memorable. People also carry their own struggles, which can sometimes make them seem harsh or closed off. Everyone shows up in the world differently based on their experiences.

But kindness exists. Sometimes it just takes looking a little closer — or being the one to start it.