Ideas for Random Acts of Kindness

Opportunities for random acts of kindness are everywhere.

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One time, I ordered a beverage at a coffee shop and when I arrived at the register to pay, the cashier told me that someone had already covered the tab. I had no clue who did this but it totally made my day. Another time, I was in the parking lot of a supermarket and a disabled woman across the lot was trying to load groceries into her car alone. So, what do I do? Of course I ran over to help her.

There are many ways to brighten someone’s day–whether you know them or not. They could be situations where you are legitimately helping someone who needs it but doesn’t expect it. They could be situations where it’s totally unexpected and unknown.

Random acts of kindness are not about personal praise. 

In fact, sometimes it’s even more fun if it’s a stranger and you’ll never be able to thank them. They are signs from the universe, connecting us and saying, “hey, it’s not all that bad”.

There are so many various random acts of kindness you can do and a ton of resources online. I took the honor of narrowing down some places to go and ideas to share

Random Acts of Kindness Ideas

Bookmark the Kindness Inspiration Station

I’m a fan of buying a coffee for a stranger, taking a homeless person out to eat (totally have done this) and writing inspirational quotes on post its and hanging them in random places.

Give ePraise

You don’t have to be in the same location to surprise someone with an act of kindness. Share a free e-card with an unsuspecting co-worker, friend or family member.

Compliment One Person Every Day

Even if you don’t know them–if you like someone’s shoes, tell them. If you think their shirt is hilarious, tell them. You have no clue if their day has been the worst ever and your kind words may actually make them smile. Tell your coworker that you really totally dig their way of communicating with customers and they inspire you to be better every day.

Put a Flower on Someone’s Desk

Get to work early and put a flower on someone’s desk at work. Or, perhaps a mug with a bag of tea. Or, a $5 and a note that says, “Have a nice lunch!”.

I must admit–while I do random acts of kindness here and there, I most definitely don’t do it often enough.

So–I urge you to do ONE random act of kindness this week. You can tell us in the comments section of this post or don’t tell anyone at all–just pinky promise me you’ll do one.

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