20 Sweet Ways to Make Someone ’s Day

Even the smallest compassionate gestures can have significant impact. A kind act can do everything from make someone smile to turn their day around to instill a sincere sense of hope—an emotion they might’ve not felt in a very long time. Plus, kindness often has a domino effect: When people see you performing compassionate acts, they feel inspired to be kind, too. And in today’s fast-paced, go, go, go society, this is powerful. It is precious, and it is needed. Below you’ll find a range of sweet, compassionate deeds for supporting someone and making their day from the thoughtful, suggestion-packed book Simple Acts of Kindness: 500+ Ways to Make a Difference. Drive an elderly neighbor to their doctor’s appointment. Write a thank-you note to a coworker the next time they help you with a project or problem. Do laundry for a new mom—and cook her a meal before you go. (Of course, you can do this for any loved one who seems overwhelmed.) Teach a budding artist a new craft. Teach them how to knit a sweater or sew a quilt or make a birdhouse or add mosaic to a ceramic picture. Make a cup of tea or coffee or hot chocolate for the mailperson when it’s cold or snowy out. Find different ways to support our troops at Soldiers’Angels.org—such as sending cards and care packages. Make a donation to a loved one’s favorite charity in their name. Share an inspiring quote with your family. Jot it down on a piece of paper, and put it on the fridge or slip it into a person’...
Source: World of Psychology - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: Creativity General Inspiration & Hope Mental Health and Wellness Relationships Self-Help Source Type: blogs