Stop Being Nice, Start Being Kind - by Clint van Heerden

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Stop Being Nice, Start Being Kind

With Clint van Heerden

Stop Being Nice, Start Being Kind teaches you to move beyond politeness and act with authentic care. You will learn practical skills to notice your inner state, discover your personal style of kindness, and make small, meaningful gestures daily. By the end, you will be able to create genuine connections and practice kindness intentionally in everyday life. Music attribution: Music by Monume from Pixabay

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Meet your Teacher

Clint van Heerden
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Clint is a Chartered Accountant (SA) with a Master’s in Education (ICT), passionate about helping others grow. He has 15 years of experience in people development, leading global training programs and creating engaging learning experiences. Outside of work, he enjoys running, wine tasting, travel, and reading.

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5 Days

7 students

No ratings

4 min / day

Compassion

English

Lesson 1

Every Interaction Leaves A Trace

This lesson helps you notice the impact you carry into each interaction. You’ll explore how mood, attention, and presence influence others, even in small moments. The goal is to build awareness before acting, so your influence is intentional and thoughtful.

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Lesson 2

Polite Behavior Versus Human Connection

Here, you’ll learn the difference between being polite and truly connecting with others. The lesson focuses on moving beyond surface-level niceness to engage with sincerity. You’ll practice noticing when your words or actions reflect genuine care.

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Lesson 3

Kindness Has Many Forms

This lesson shows that kindness can take many shapes, and your version should fit who you are. You’ll reflect on moments when your natural gestures made a difference. The aim is to identify a style of kindness that feels authentic and sustainable.

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Lesson 4

What’s Driving Your Reactions

You’ll explore how your inner state (stress, focus, or emotion) affects the way you treat others. This lesson teaches you to observe yourself before acting. Awareness of your own mind helps you respond with more intentional kindness.

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Lesson 5

Practicing Intentional Kindness

The final lesson guides you in making kindness a deliberate habit. You’ll practice setting intentions for interactions and noticing the effects of your actions. By combining awareness, style, and presence, kindness becomes a consistent, meaningful practice.

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