Sometimes, the world needs a little extra love. Here are some easy, selfless ways to treat someone with kindness today.
1. Surprise them with their favorite tea or coffee.
Giphy
2. Genuinely ask how they are doing.
3. Finish their least favorite chore.
4. Be quick to listen and slow to speak.
Giphy
5. Braid or play with their hair.
6. Leave them an appreciation note.
Giphy
7. Send a song that reminds you of them.
8. Cook them a home-made meal.
Giphy
9. Slip notes in their lunchbox.
10. Knit them a scarf or blanket.
Giphy
11. Organize a movie night.
12. Bring them a bouquet of their favorite flowers.
Giphy
13. Write them a personal poem.
14. Patch up their torn clothes.
15. Wake them up with a warm breakfast.
Giphy
16. Tidy up their room while they’re gone.
17. Schedule a time to call them.
18. Settle indifferences with patience.
Giphy
19. Deliver their favorite food to their door.
20. Let them borrow your favorite books.
Giphy
21. Dance with them to a vinyl player (or Spotify works, too).
22. Let them have their much-needed space.
23. Give their pets lots of affection.
Giphy
24. Sweep their baby hairs from their face.
25. Bring them soup when they’re sick.
Giphy
26. Respect their friends and family, even if they’re a bit difficult.
27. Speak gently and purposefully.
Giphy
28. Bust out an intense workout together.
29. Dance together in the pouring rain.
Giphy
30. Express your appreciation for them.
31. Massage their aches and pains away.
Giphy
32. Know when the truth might only hurt them
33. Always give hello and goodbye hugs.
Giphy
34. Share your favorite recipes with them.
35. Help their anxiety by guiding them through breathing exercises.
Giphy
36. Think before you speak.
37. Avoid midnight conversations— it’s best to chat with a sober mind.
38. Make grocery trips an adventure.
Giphy
39. Be honest, even if it’s uncomfortable.
40. Shower them with personality compliments.
Giphy
41. Remember what caught their eye at the mall.
42. Let your arms be open when they’re hurting.
Giphy
43. Give them the AUX cord (happily, no complaining!)