# Is Your Kindness Taken for Granted?

> I've been there too. Standing in that quiet space where I've extended my heart, only to feel its warmth overlooked or misused.

- **Published:** 2024-01-31
- **Author:** Mahakatha
- **Category:** meditation-wellness
- **Canonical URL:** https://mahakatha.com/blog/is-your-kindness-taken-for-granted/

I've been there too. Standing in that quiet space where I've extended my heart, only to **feel its warmth overlooked** or misused. It's a vulnerable spot, especially when kindness is met with apathy or when genuine compassion **is seen as a weakness.**

The world often feels like it's in a rush, and amidst the chaos, **our sincere gestures** sometimes go unnoticed. We may ask ourselves, **"Why bother?"** Especially when kindness isn't reciprocated. Or worse, when it's misconstrued as naivety. It's been a journey for me, learning that while compassion is a strength, it's equally **essential to guard one's heart**.

Have you ever felt the challenge of [holding onto your empathy](https://mahakatha.com/blog/best-shiva-mantras-for-healing) while being **surrounded by indifference**? I've wrestled with the tension between wanting to connect deeply and **fearing the pain of being let down**. Through it all, I discovered some lifebuoys:

1. **Reflective Moments**: I've started spending a few quiet moments each evening, reflecting on the day's interactions. It's a space to understand if I've overextended or if I'm **maintaining a balance** between giving and self-care.
1. **Empathy with Anchors**: Being empathetic doesn't mean being swept away. I've been practicing understanding others' feelings while staying rooted in my own emotions.
1. **A Soulful Reset with Aham Prema**: On days when the weight feels heavy, I whisper the "Aham Prema" mantra. "I am LOVE", it says, nudging me towards an inner realm where love is pure and unconditional.
**Being compassionate is a journey**, not just with others, but also with oneself. It’s about finding that sweet spot between giving love and remembering to replenish our own reservoirs.

### **TLDR**:

Kindness and compassion are strengths, not vulnerabilities. By introspecting, **setting emotional anchors**, and immersing in the "Aham Prema" mantra, we can [journey with our hearts open](https://mahakatha.co/acfig-spl-ab) and still feel grounded.

### Listen to the Aham Prema Mantra

## Related mantras

- [Hanuman Chalisa](https://mahakatha.com/mantras/hanuman/hanuman-chalisa/)
- [Om Mani Padme Hum Mantra](https://mahakatha.com/mantras/buddha/om-mani-padme-hum/)
- [Om Namah Shivaya Mantra](https://mahakatha.com/mantras/shiva/om-namah-shivaya/)

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Source: https://mahakatha.com/blog/is-your-kindness-taken-for-granted/ — Mahakatha, https://mahakatha.com