![]() ![]() What a great way to boost someone’s fun vacation or brighten their travels if its a gloom occasion. I love this! A lot of you said you like to pay for drinks/coffee for people at the airport, too. We always think of “nice things” to give as gifts, but I think sometimes helping to cover unexpected (or annoying) expenses for a friend or family member can be much more impactful! D says, “A woman at the airport restaurant secretly paid for my partner and I’s dinner for no reason!” I can vouch for this one–solo parents always appreciate an extra hand when it’s offered! Also, when you see a kid having a meltdown in public, give their parent a friendly, understanding smile–or better yet, tell them it’s okay and that they’re doing a great job! Other acts of kindness GG readers have received: Jill says her brother and sister-in-law paid for her new car tires. Help the mom struggling to get through airport security solo Whether it’s checking in, bringing a meal or helping them out with yard work, paying senior neighbors a visit is a great act of kindness! 18. I love this one, because it’s so universal, takes NO time and NO money! Whether it’s the person next to you at a workout class, a construction worker out in the heat or a cashier dealing with a long line, give them a compliment acknowledging their hard work and encourage them to keep going! 17. Knock on a neighbor’s doorĪbbey said it made her whole day when a neighbor came by to give her cookies and compliment her Christmas tree! It’s the little things sometimes that make the biggest difference. It’ll be a wonderful surprise when they come to pick it up! 15. The next time you see your hairdresser, therapist or manicurist, consider bringing them a pick-me-up! 14. Bring a snack/coffee to your next appointment Office morale is everything and compliments and acknowledging good work can go a long way in boosting that! 13. Leave a coworker a compliment post-it on their desk (or virtually)Īlso a nice idea for partners or roommates who stay up late working/writing/studying! 12. This literally takes no time at all! Tell her its for a glass of wine, or even an Uber home from work so she can get into her PJ’s faster and doesn’t have to take the subway! 11. Venmo a friend $10 for a pick-me-up after a bad day Go out of your way to get the door for someone with a stroller, wheelchair, or anyone!Īlso, eye contact and a friendly smile can go along way! 10. Such a simple way to thank your delivery/mailmen and women. Leaving out goodies, sodas or water for the hardworking delivery folks This idea comes from Annie who said, “I saw a woman give a homeless man her blanket, so then I bought her a Starbucks to pay it forward!” The next time you see someone doing something nice, consider treating them as a thank you, or pay it forward to someone else! 8. (Try code JESSKEYS for 15% off–not sure if it still works, but worth a shot!) 7. Make a homemade package or go straight to the experts- Small Packages makes curated gift boxes (each at three price points–$35, $50, $100) for all occasions (good and bad). Send a care package to those who are going through a health diagnosis/crisis Send a just-because card, snail mail!Īs reader Hannah put it, “Handwritten cards are better than 80% of gifts.” 6. Offer to help someone across the street under your umbrella in the rain Of course, offer your assistance beforehand, but this is a sweet gesture that can make a mom’s outing so much easier! 4. Sing or play with the baby in front or behind you in line so moms can checkout with ease I love this one! Check out this list of compliments that have nothing to do with physical appearance for inspiration! 3. Make your friend who is going through a sad or stressful time a happiness jar filled with compliments so they can pull one out anytime they’re feeling down This was by far the most submitted act of kindness, and for a great reason! What better way to start your day off than with a kind gesture from a stranger? Plus, this act tends to have an amazing ripple effect! Consider starting the chain the next time you stop in for a cup of coffee! Another reader who works at Starbucks said that oftentimes one person will start this, and it will keep going for hours! ❤️I love this so much! 2. Buy coffee for the person in line behind you Hope this feel-good post can be a bright spot in your day! Random Acts of Kindness Ideas to Implement Today: 1. I think everyone could benefit from more acts of kindness–and sometimes the smallest ones can make the biggest difference (for you, and for them!) After all, is there any quicker pick-me-up than making someone else’s day? I know a lot of us feel sad, anxious, angry and helpless at the moment with everything going on in the world. Today felt like a good day to refresh a heartwarming post from the archives: 25+ ideas from you all on little ways to make someone else’s day.
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