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When asked why kindness is difficult for some to embrace, Gaga said she feels, \"sometimes people maybe exist in a negative space.\"

The singer's background influenced why she is so passionate about sharing kindness with others now.

\"It's actually what my story is about. I was put in a garbage can by some bullies, and I went through many other things in my career,\" she said.

Superstar @ladygaga and her mom team up to teach kids about kindness in new book, \"Channel Kindness.\"@JujuChangABC https://t.co/shidnvjhYN pic.twitter.com/cWI1DAWoeo

— Good Morning America (@GMA) September 22, 2020

A book about kindness is no surprise from Gaga given she continually uses her platform to promote inclusivity and to encourage her followers to embrace their true selves.

She has also opened up about surviving sexual assault, living with PTSD and more trauma in her life to help other survivors.

\"I'm very proud of my daughter for having the courage to share her story,\" Germanotta said. \"Because it helped validate the emotions of other young people. It helped them all heal.\"

Video: The style evolution of Lady Gaga

\"Channel Kindness: Stories of Kindness and Community\" is available everywhere today.

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