Give someone a compliment.
Genuinely ask someone how they are doing and listen intently to their response.
Apologize to someone, even if you don't believe you are at fault.
Forgive someone, even if it still hurts. Forgiving them will help you heal.
Let someone pass you while driving.
Randomly reach out to a friend you don't speak to regularly and wish them a great day.
We all have something lying around the house that we don't need, use or want. Donate it to someone in need or an organization.
Make time for that one friend who has been asking to spend time with you. You may be really busy, but they may really need someone to talk to and they chose you.
If you can, pick up the tab for a stranger.
Mind your manners more than usual today. Use "please" and "thank you" often.
Hold the door open for a stranger.
(or as many as you want)
Have you ever thought about doing charity work? Search online for local organizations that need volunteers and sign up.
Randomly call or message a friend, a relative or a co-worker and thank them for being who they are or for doing what they do.
Treat others the way you want to be treated, literally. Be very aware of your actions today and be sure to extend out exactly what you want others to do unto you.
Remind the people close to you how much you love them. They likely know, but the gesture is a sweet reminder that could make their day.
Just because, cook your best dish or order out and invite your friends over to unwind.
Do you have the pull or the power to make something great happen for someone? Use it! Enable them to get closer to achieving their goals!
Dining out? Tip the waiter more than usual today.
Know someone who is making strides towards a better life? Congratulate them on their success thus far. It could be anything... i.e. going to school, starting a business, losing weight, quitting smoking, quitting drugs or alcohol, etc... It will give them fuel to keep going.
Be a blessing. Offer words of encouragement to someone in distress. If you're comfortable enough, give them a hug. Let your goodness transfer to them. The physical touch of another being eases anxiety and stress.
Is someone you love taking their bad day out on you? Instead of fighting fire with fire, respond calmly. You might be the only kind person they talk to all day.
Going to the store? Let someone go ahead of you in line. Maybe they're in a hurry or have less items than you.
Send flowers to someone special, just because.
See that homeless person asleep on the ground? How cool would it be for them to wake up and see a meal right next to them? Pretty cool! Buy them a meal, quietly place it next to them and walk away.
See a car parked near a parking meter that is about to expire? Drop some change in the meter for them.
Did someone accidentally drop something? Pick it up for them.
Pay someone's bus fare.
Help a friend without expecting anything in return.
Know someone looking for work? Offer to help them with their resume or job search.
Leave anonymous positive notes for people. i.e. on someone's desk at work, in a book or on a wall.
Anonymously take care of someone's burden. Financially or otherwise... but shh! It's a secret!
Give someone closure. We've all had a bad break-up. If you ended the relationship, help them understand so they can stop agonizing over it.
Got an extra coupon? Offer it to the next person in line.
Got an old appliance in your garage? Donate it to a friend in need, a local shelter or a charity.
Pack several meals and/or basic hygiene products and give them to the homeless.
*Fun family and friends activity*
In a crowded place? Offer your seat to someone.
Is someone overwhelmed or do they not seem like their normal self? Without prying into their personal business, tell them "everything will be alright."
In every conversation today, listen to the other person to understand, not just to reply.
Is a classmate or a co-worker having a hard time with an assignment? Offer to help them.
Is a friend sick? Take them a care package.
Is someone mourning the death of a loved one? Cook them a meal. Take it to them. Sit with them, even if they have nothing to say.
Tell someone how much you appreciate them.
See a stranger who is down? Strike up a conversation with them. You may improve their entire day.
Is your gut telling you to reach out to someone? Do it. They may need a shoulder to lean on.
Do you see someone unhappy with something? Maybe it's their job or relationship. Give them some advice. They may get mad at you and tell you to mind your business or they may take your words to heart.
Help an elderly person with their groceries.
Suggest a carpool with a co-worker who lives nearby or a neighbor whose kids go to the same school as your kids. It's friendly and good for the environment.
Donate school supplies to a teacher or a local school.
Ask the local hospital if you could volunteer to read to their patients.
Send a "thinking of you" card to a friend or relative who you don't speak with too often.
See someone running to the elevator? Keep the doors open for them.
Write a special thank you note to your waiter on your receipt.
Do you like the service you received? Write a good review for a business.
Offer to help your family or roommate with a routine task at home... i.e. washing the dishes, laundry, cleaning, etc...
Did someone treat you exceptionally well at a restaurant or any other business? Ask to speak with their supervisor and tell them how amazing their employee did.
Make someone smile or laugh today. Even a little effort can make a difference.
Thank a soldier for their service.
Spend some time with the animals at a shelter.
Pledge money to a fundraiser, even if it's just a dollar. Or spread the word on your social media.
Start recycling your paper and plastic. You can even repurpose something old and make it new.
Send a "thank you" note to someone who helped you... a friend, a business, anyone.
Rainy day? Share your umbrella with a stranger.
Slip something special into a loved ones drawer, car, purse, etc... It could be a cute note, a gift card, money, a photo or anything else that may brighten their day.
You know that story you've heard a million times... the one your loved one enjoys telling? Ask them to tell you the story again. They will appreciate your interest in what makes them happy.
Go to the county jail and anonymously put money on the books of a random inmate.
Live in a crowded city? Share a cab with a stranger.
Has someone who has wronged you been trying to reach you? Are they trying to apologize? Give them a chance to apologize. Help them clear their conscience. Remember, forgiveness does not mean you have to continue the relationship with them.
Volunteer your time to a local orphanage.
Take a few minutes to understand your enemy. Reflect on their actions and their words. It is not to confront them. It is simply to put things into perspective and let it go.
Secretly, leave gifts on your co-worker's desks. A bite-size piece of candy, perhaps?
In every encounter today, give your undivided attention to whoever is speaking to you. Take the extra minute to show you care.
Pamper a friend, relative or significant other, just because.
Leave money in the vending machine for the next person.
Try to not judge anyone or anything today, not even yourself.
Greet the shy person at work or school... engage in a conversation with them, if possible.
Look in the mirror and say five positive things about yourself.
(Yes, talk to yourself!)
Allot 5 minutes out of your day to give thanks and appreciate all that you have.
Push yourself to complete a task that has been on the back burner. Be productive.
Set a day aside to be with yourself and recharge. You can't pour from an empty pot.
Try something new today. Break your routine and explore something different.
Forgive yourself. You deserve another chance. Yes, you!
Make a short-term goal. It could be something small and it could be due today or a week from now, but be sure to complete it.
For every compliment you give to someone today, give yourself a compliment too. Practice self-love.
Leave change in the "Leave a penny, take a penny" tray at the convenient store.
Pay for the food of the person behind you in the drive-thru.
Donate pet food to the local animal shelter.
Leave a gift card on your neighbor's door.
Send care packages to deployed soldiers.
Donate your books. They are old to you, but new to someone else.
Show an elderly person how to use a computer.
Offer to cover a shift for a co-worker who may really need the day off.
Anonymously, send cards with kind messages to random addresses.
Donate food, clothes, blankets or anything else to a homeless shelter.
Let someone go ahead of you in line at the grocery store.
Volunteer at your place of worship.
On social media? Go to five friends pages and wish them a wonderful day!
Surprise your parents or friends with dinner or their favorite treat.
Shine light on someone. Acknowledge a trait of theirs like their smile or their kindness.
Offer your assistance. Everyone needs help. Maybe your co-worker has a lot of filing to do. Maybe your friend needs a ride.
Create your own daily good deeds! Post them on your social media. Spread the goodness! Make a positive impact.
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