I understand this sentiment well, JoEllen.
It wouldn't take much to invoke the kindness gene within us all and introduce a daily act of kindness that may make a difference and build someone's confidence.
Kindness is the answer to so much that needs addressing in our mixed-up world.
I came up with a few suggestions recently for World Kindness Day:
https://medium.com/illumination/help-make-world-kindness-day-count-40cfca1615e8