Kindness Courses and Certifications

Christian Virtues for Spiritual Growth

This Duke Divinity+ course is for all those who seek to cultivate their interior lives and to develop a way of thinking about ethics inspired by Christian tradition. In this course, renowned theologian Stanley Hauerwas reflects on the significance of…

• Coursera
• 5 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TEDx

The Grandness of Micro-Compassion

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Explore the power of micro-compassions in this TEDx talk by Immanual Joseph. Learn how small acts of kindness can transform lives and workplaces, with less than an hour of material.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Session 4: The habit of judging ourselves and others

Brown University's 15-minute course explores the habit of self-judgment, offering strategies to break the cycle and promote self-kindness.

• Independent
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

The Science of Compassion: An Introduction

This audio-only course combines science, inspirational stories, and research-based practices to help you build your capacity for generosity, empathy, kindness, and compassion.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Matthew Hoffman: How a Kind Word Can Make the World Better

Tune into this audio-only course to learn how artist and designer Matthew Hoffman's small gestures of kindness sparked a movement—and a growing business.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Practicing Mindfulness: An Introduction to Meditation

Master the core practices of mindfulness practices including preparation, position, breathing and more.

• Craftsy
• 1 week 6 days 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• $214.00

How to Have Compassionate Presence

In this course, learn about the various ways in which caring meditation can physiologically impact you and others around you.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Upward Spiral of Compassion

This course examines the concept of contagious compassion, and how one act can affect anyone directly or even indirectly involved with a compassionate act.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

TEDx

What Parkinson's Taught Me

Gain insights from Emma Lawton's TEDx talk on life lessons from Parkinson's disease. Learn to reassess life, boost positivity, and find humor in adversity in under 1 hour.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Otagaisama - Your Help With Kindness Will Make Our Society Better

Explore social capital recovery with Ryota Furuya in this TEDx talk. Learn how traditional Japanese shopping streets and modern communication technologies can rebuild societal ties.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Harness Kindness as Your Hidden Super Power

Harness Kindness as Your Hidden Super Power with Adrienne Bankert, Chase Jarvis

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

USENIX

Kind Engineering - How to Engineer Kindness

Explore how to be a kind engineer with USENIX's short program. Learn practical tips on code reviews, psychological safety, and honest feedback to enhance workplace happiness.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

The Power of Kindness

Explore the contagious nature of kindness in this TEDx talk by TV and Film Producer, Tom Morrill. Learn why choosing kindness over criticism benefits health, family, and the world.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

A HERO Within Yourself

In this TEDx talk, Darpan Dixit inspires listeners to recognize their inner hero, using examples from the Indian epic Mahabharata. A short, impactful lesson on self-worth.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

How Kindness in the Changing Room Motivates My Transgender Advocacy

Explore Siufung Law's journey as a nonbinary athlete and activist, highlighting the power of kindness in combating hostility towards trans and nonbinary individuals. Offered by TEDx.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk