By Grace (Chen Tongxin) from 2501

Respected teachers and dear fellow students,

Good morning! I’m Grace from 2501. It’s my great honor to stand here and give a speech about The Importance of Kindness.

In a fast-paced world where we are often occupied with academic pressures, personal goals and praise, we sometimes overlook a simple but powerful virtue—kindness. Few of us realize that kindness is the most valuable treasure we can possess, and it is the base of a warm and peaceful society.

First of all, kindness has magic power to heal pain and connect people. A soft smile, a sincere word of comfort, or a small help can mean a lot to a person who is having a hard time. Think about the classmate who feels sad after failing a test; your timely encouragement can help her get out of bad feelings. Think about the stranger who is in trouble on the street; your voluntary help can make his unhappy day better. Kindness is like sunshine in winter. It cuts through the cold of hopelessness and warms every lonely heart. It breaks the walls between people, takes away misunderstandings and hate, and makes relationships more honest and gentle.