No act of Kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. — Aesop
I don’t think there is a better way to connect with the world than doing tiny acts of Kindness daily.
I also believe that an act of Kindness has a snowball effect, encouraging everyone to do the same to increase positivity.
By doing these tiny acts of Kindness, you can make the world a better place.
What is the science of kindness?
We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. — Winston Churchill
Kindness is much more than just a kind thing to do. It plays a paramount role in our overall well-being.
Study shows that kindness helps to improve our physical and mental health — whether we are receiving kindness or giving kindness, or even just witnessing kindness.
Acts of kindness have to be repeated. Biochemically, you can’t live on the 3-to-4-minute oxytocin boost that comes from a single act. — Waguih W. Ishak, MD
Here is a list of a 30-day random acts of kindness for you. You must be surprised to know that there is also an unofficial day known as “Random Acts of Kindness” celebrated on February 17th each year.
1- Provide food for a stray
Nobody needs or deserves your affection more than animals! That little act of kindness may put a smile on your face and possibly gain you a lifelong super loyal friend!
2-Donate your grocery
Make a point of purchasing these necessities in larger quantities the next time you go grocery shopping. It is pretty inexpensive, and the underprivileged are desperate for it.
If we can earn a bit more than others of fewer means, we must make it a point to share the resources to spread a little joy.
3-Donate used toys
Toys, tiny or large, old or new, may still provide delight to a youngster. We outgrow them, but they never outgrow us — if you’ve ever watched Toy Story, you’ll understand what I mean. Old toys are frequently found in waste paper containers.
Consider donating toys to the local toy bank
4-Spend time with elders
If you were fortunate enough to spend time with your grandparents, they may have had a role in determining the path your life would follow. They have taught us more than just bedtime stories.
Spend your time with elders to learn from their wisdom. A listening ear and a kind heart may do wonders for their mental health.
5- Help someone to cross the road
Simple, nice, and effective — this is most likely the first random act of kindness we learned in school. We may have even done that many times! However, you can put this into practice right now.
Assist a blind or elderly individual in crossing the street. Kindness is free yet provides so much in return.
6- Leave a generous tip
Make a restaurant server, delivery guy, or curbside pick-up employee’s day by leaving a $5, $10, or $20 tip instead of the normal amount.
That additional tip might be exactly what that individual needs to purchase lunch, diapers, or a few more groceries.
7- Pay for the person behind you in the line
One of my favorite acts to pay at the drive-through I love to pay for the person behind you. Your thoughtful deed may motivate individuals to perform a few kind acts.
8- Leave some extra quarters on the vending machine
Who wouldn’t like to find a couple of dollars, This snack is on me. Have fun!
Leave some quarters or bucks for the individual who comes after you to brighten their day.
9- Hold the door for someone
Holding the door for the person behind you may be just what that individual needs to get through the day.
Your thoughtful gesture may even inspire that individual to do the same for someone else in need.
10- Compliment
Inform a coworker that they performed an excellent job on a project. Compliment a mother on a job well done in parenting her children.
Congratulate your neighbors on their well-kept yard or flourishing flower or veggie garden.
11- Bring goodies to work
Nothing brightens up a tired coworker like a tray of fresh muffins, doughnuts, cookies, or nutritious breakfast bars on the break room table.
If you are retired or working from home, send workplace snacks to a friend who is still traveling to work or contribute food to our local fire station.
12- Pamper pets
Purchase some chew toys or healthy treats for your dogs/cats for your cat to chase around the house. Petting might help you bond with your dog or cat.
13- Share your friend’s excellent qualities with him/her.
In an email or card, list 10–12 things you like about a friend and send it to that person.
For example, you may write, “You have the best sense of humor.” etc
14- Shelter animals
Volunteer to walk or play with dogs or cuddle cats at your local animal shelter or rescue group to show Kindness.
Perhaps you could foster a dog or cat while it looks for a home. Alternatively, you may offer dog or cat food, old towels, blankets, cleaning materials, pet toys, or Money.
15- An encouraging note in a public place
Make someone happy by posting an encouraging and pleasant message or statement in a washroom mirror.
Reading a word of encouragement such as, “You’re wonderful just the way you are,” is what someone requires to keep going forward.
16- Parking Meter
We’ve all stood in line nervously, knowing that our parking meter was nearing zero.
You can save someone from getting a parking charge by tossing in enough change to pay another hour.
17- Donate to the cause you care about
Donate toiletries, diapers, or clothing to a women’s or homeless shelter.
Give away your old phone. Donate old spectacles. You could even be able to donate your glasses to a local church or vision clinic.
18- Send cards to our friends
Send or drop off a card reminding someone how much you value their relationship or encouraging them through a difficult time.
19- Deliver home-cooked food to a friend
Isn’t it true that food usually tastes better when it’s prepared by someone else?
When you cook a large pot of soup, a stir-fry dish, or a favorite dinner, divide some to share with a friend.
20- Help your neighbor
Mow the grass of a neighbor, shovel the driveway, or rake leaves. I shovel all the time my neighbor’s driveway without any question, and I cannot explain the happiness in words.
Offer to take your neighbor’s dog for a walk if he/she is busy. If you’re a good neighbor, your neighbors will be there for you when you need them.
21- Post a great review
Were you satisfied with the small business owner or an online positive experience?
Leave a lovely review on social media: Facebook, SkipTheDish, Yelp, Google reviews, Amazon neighborhood groups, or other online review sites.
22- Encouraging quotes
Look up inspiring, motivating, or humorous quotations on the internet. After that, share them on LinkedIn, FB, Pinterest, Instagram, Quora, or another social media network.
23- Don’t post that negative review
Give them a break before you write a bad review of that cold pizza delivery guy.
After all, you never know what’s going on in the lives of others. Perhaps the person was distracted by children’s school shutting or concerned about his mother’s failing health.
24- Be kind to beautiful birds
Place a bird feeder, birdbath, or seed on your walkway.
Food is limited for our feathery friends throughout the winter, and watching them dine outside your window may be relaxing.
My grandmother used to keep fresh water in a big pot for birds to drink during hot summer.
25- Volunteer
The best way to help is to volunteer in the neighborhood. Simply search for volunteer positions in the neighborhood.
Perhaps you can answer phones from home, deliver meals, distribute groceries at a drive-up food bank, or instruct children via Zoom.
26-Thank you a teacher
You can send a card to your high school teacher or your child’s teacher to say thanks for their efforts in teaching a complex subject.
27- Call a person who lives alone
Even introverts miss their daily conversation when they are confined to their homes.
So, remember your friends who live alone and contact them regularly for mutual support.
28- Donate your books
Books are designed to be read, not sat on a shelf collecting dust.
Donate old books to senior living communities, children’s or other hospitals, jails, prisons, women’s shelters, public libraries, or other places where people want to broaden their horizons.
29- Send a surprise gift
Surprise a friend with a book, a warm scarf, coffee or tea, or any thoughtful present.
30- Allow someone else to go ahead of you in line
You can guarantee that someone else is if you’re not in a rush at the grocery store, drugstore, or coffee shop.
Smile and let the person in front of you go ahead. Perhaps your act of Kindness will motivate them to do the same for someone else.
31- Be kind to yourself
Be kind to yourself so you can be happy enough to be kind to the world — Misha Collins
Being nice to oneself is the most important act of kindness that you can perform without much effort.
When someone compliments you, accept graciously. Allow yourself to absorb spontaneous acts of Kindness from others so that they may feel good about bringing compassion to the world.
