Performing random acts of kindness is a sure-fire way to not only make yourself feel spectacular, but to really brighten someone else’s day. These kind acts are selfless things you can do in day-to-day life to make either someone you love or even a complete stranger smile. When you perform these random acts of kindness, make sure you leave a little note telling that person to “pay it forward” so that they use that as an incentive to brighten someone else’s day.
Next time you’re in line at the supermarket and you see a tired mother, an elderly couple or perhaps just someone you feel needs a little pick-me-up, quickly slip the cashier some money to pay for some or all of that stranger’s groceries. I can guarantee this selfless action will truly make them more appreciative than you could imagine. Read on for more random acts of kindness to do today!
When you go out, make sure you have a stack of Post-It Notes or even just a notebook and a pen, and scribble a nice compliment to a stranger for them to find. For example, you could write “you’re beautiful!” and stick it on a mirror in a public toilet. To make it a little more personal, you could compliment a person’s outfit or hair and slip it under their car’s wipers, for instance. Everyone loves a compliment!
There are just so many charities to choose from, so next time you’re feeling generous, donate some money to one that means a lot to you. Whether it’s a lot of money or just a small donation, every single cent helps, and you can rest easy knowing you have done a wonderful thing.
Handwritten letters just aren’t sent enough anymore, so the next time you want to tell someone you love how wonderful they are, write them a letter! There is something so magical about receiving a handwritten letter in the mail, and it is guaranteed to put a smile on any recipient’s face.
If you’re at a festival or carnival, how about you try to win a toy for a child? There is something so wonderful about seeing a smile on a little kid’s face when they get something unexpected, and not only will it make their day, but yours as well. Bonus points if you give it to a child that looks sad or upset, what a way to make them feel better!
Visiting the elderly at a nursing home or community is not only a great way to put a smile on their faces from knowing that people care about them, but elderly people have truly incredible stories to tell. Make them a cup of tea and let them tell you about their lives - they’ll love sharing their stories and you will learn so much.
If you’re walking down the street and see that someone’s parking meter has run out, putting some more coins in the meter is a great act of kindness to ensure that they don’t get fined. No one lets the meter run out on purpose, and coming back to your car to find a fine is really distressing. You could leave a little note saying what you did and sign it “love, Stranger” - they will really appreciate it.
Performing random acts of kindness is a really selfless way to make yourself and those around you happy. If more people performed random acts of kindness, the world would be a better place! Have you ever performed a random act of kindness, or had one done to you? What was it?