Lateral kindness sets a standard for friendship by opposing lateral violence. It means embracing tapahtêyimisowin (humility), sohkeyimowin (bravery), ka kwayaskwesihcikewnihk (honesty), iyinisowin (wisdom), tapwewin (truth), manâtcihiwewin (respect), and sâkihitowin (love). By practicing lateral kindness, we can break the cycle of anger (lateral violence) caused by colonialism, trauma, racism, and discrimination. Lateral kindness creates a more supportive and caring environment for everyone.