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35 Random Acts Of Kindness You Can Do Today

In a world full of despair, pain and evil, we all need to do our part in making it a better place.

Cat Tribble
Jul 03, 2017
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35 Random Acts Of Kindness You Can Do Today
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Living in a world where the news is full of terrorism and despair, we all need to do our part in giving back. Here's a list of random acts of kindness you can do today that can make the biggest change in someones day or even their life.

1. Pay for someones coffee or food in the drive thru or for the toll for the person behind you

2. Leave an overly generous tip for a server

3. Give compliments

4. Send a genuine and thoughtful text

5. Email a teacher or adult who's made a difference in your life

6. Surprise your friends with breakfast or coffee in bed

7. Leave sticky notes with a positive message for your roommate, friend, or even a stranger

8. Volunteer at church daycares, animals shelters, or anywhere you're interested in

9. Donate old clothes, electronics, money, or even your time to those in need

10. Genuinely listen to someone who needs talk

11. Call your grandparents or parents. They love hearing from you.

12. Say "good morning" and "goodnight"

13. Encourage anyone who's feeling down

14. Do the dishes, take out the trash, or clean the house even if it isn't your turn

15. Bring someone their favorite food/drink just because

16. Help an elderly person cross the road or help carry their groceries

17. Say "thank you"

18. Give a homeless person food

19. Pick up a piece of trash off the ground instead of leaving it

20. Let someone over into your lane while your driving

21. Do something for someone who's sick, struggling, or just has a lot going on

22. Go meet someone for coffee even if you think you don't have time

23. Send an old friend a text that you haven't talked to in a while

24. Pay for someones gas if they're giving you a ride or letting you borrow their car

25. Send someone a song, playlist or book that made you think of them

26. Hold the door for someone

27. Be patient

28. Help someone change a flat tire or jump their car

29. Give up your seat on the bus

30. Pay for someones parking meter thats about to expire

31. Take the time to help someone who seems lost

32. Be a mentor for someone

33. Write someone a letter. Hand written notes are the best.

34. Help someone with their homework or study for a test

35. Smile

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