40 Simple Yet Meaningful Acts Of Kindness That You Can Do On A Daily Basis To Spread Happiness!
Kindness costs nothing. Most of us have heard these words n number of times, but have you ever taken a moment to ponder upon it? In a world, where every individual is chasing his/her dreams, are we slowly losing the basics? It¡¯s definitely something to think about.?
Come to think of it, every time you come across a piece of news that reinstates your faith in humanity, it does give you a little bit of hope that all the good hasn¡¯t been lost in this world, doesn¡¯t it?
Like recently, a woman won hearts when she designed a visiting card for her house help.?Similarly, women police officers in Assam volunteered to look after the babies of women who had to undertake Teacher's Eligibility Test.
In the middle of our monotonous routines, it¡¯s easy for even the most compassionate people to forget that little gestures have a potential to brighten up lives. A simple ¡®Thank You¡¯ or ¡®I¡¯m sorry¡¯ can easily make someone¡¯s day.??
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In the words of the great Princess Diana,
¡°Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.¡±
On the occasion of World Kindness Day, here are 40 simple and effortless gestures that you can do to make the world a better place for at least some people. As they say, one good deed can sometimes go a long way. Without further ado, scroll!
1. Instead of carrying out your daily prep to go to your office, how about you start with getting up 30 minutes early to spend time with your family? Having a sweet conversation with a loved one early in the morning can set the mood for the entire day! Sit down with your parents, spouse and loved ones and enjoy a new day with a cup of tea.?
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2. Be considerate of people on the road. While driving can be very cumbersome, pedestrians are equally hassled. Instead of exchanging death glares and honking, let them cross the road.?
3. If you commute via public transport, try to smile at strangers. In fact, sometimes it¡¯s good to put your extrovert skills to good use and spark conversations with random people.?
4. Try to compliment someone. It could be on the smallest of things. It can uplift the mood of that person tenfold. And anyway, who doesn¡¯t like to get appreciated, right?
5. We sometimes tend to take things for granted. Appreciate a co-worker or even you boss for teaching/guiding you on something. A quick email or a Whatsapp message to a mentor or an office friend can make a huge impact.
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6. In case you are travelling in metro/train, try to offer your seat to someone in need. You have no idea how much happiness it¡¯ll give the other person. In turn, that smile will give you instant gratification.
7. While everyone is in a mad rush to reach their workplace on time, try to give way to another car in your lane. I¡¯m sure you would be thinking that¡¯s the most absurd thing to do but in a way you will be testing your own road rage as well.?
8. Leave a note on a friend¡¯s desk. It could be a silly one but handwritten notes are the best way to uplift someone¡¯s mood.?
9. Try to strike conversations with the junior staff. For instance, the pantry guy who makes your coffee or the security guard who helps you in parking your car. Everyone likes to be given importance and respect.
10. At the risk of sounding controversial, it¡¯s good to introduce people. Playing cupid or even recommending a person for a job could do wonders!
11. If you have been holding onto a grudge with someone, resolve it. Let bygones be bygones. Just tell them to reboot. Not just the other person, it¡¯ll help your mental health and promote self-love. Life is too short to live with damaged relationships.
12. Apologise. Sometimes, even when you don¡¯t think it¡¯s your mistake. You are not only healing the other person but even your own self.?
13. Take a stand. Speak up for everything that you believe in, even if it¡¯s trivial.
14. Share music recommendations. Music binds people like no other. If you are tripping over a song, a web-show or a movie share it with people. I for one, have always been grateful for such recommendations because I got to learn about things that weren¡¯t even of my interest in the first place.
15. Healthy gossiping is a part of everyone¡¯s life but don¡¯t cross the line to an extent that it ends up hurting people. Honor the trust of the person who is confiding in you. Always stand up for the underdog.
16. Cook for someone. It could be as little as making tea, coffee or a sandwich.?
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17. Try to spend some of your time with old people. As we grow, we tend to feel very lonely. Just listening to their stories, will make their day.
18. Feeds the birds. Keep a dish of water/seeds for them in your balcony.?
19. Offer to hold someone¡¯s shopping bags for them.
20. Bring some treats for your colleagues. Toffees, chocolates, souvenirs from your vacation - the likes.
21. Try to be chivalrous - and it¡¯s not just limited to men. Hold the door for someone, stop the lift for a person who is in a rush, pull a chair etc. These might be little things but they make everyone happy.
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22. Instead of texting an old friend on his/her birthday, call them. In this digital age, talking is losing precedence. It¡¯s always a great idea to catch up with old friends every once in a while.
23. Check in with someone who is sick - even if it¡¯s just a common cold!
24. Offer help to friends and acquaintances who are going through a rough time. More often than not, it¡¯s not about the actual help but moral support.
25. Hug your closed ones. Sometimes, a simple hug can mean the world to someone.
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26. Volunteer to clear the table after a meal.
27. Leave a good tip for a server.
28. Let someone help you too. Allow them to do their random act of kindness.
29. Give someone a thoughtful gift. It doesn¡¯t have to be very expensive.
30. Try not to complain an entire day. Spread positivity and cheer up someone who¡¯s having a rough day.
31. Instead of trying to put your point across, try to listen to the other side of a discussion. Observe more and talk less
32. Donate items that you don¡¯t need - books, clothes, accessories, blankets etc.
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33. Give someone a lift in your car.
34. Keep your phone away while talking to someone. It¡¯s rude to use your phone in someone¡¯s company.
35. For a change, instead of arguing with a policeman, say thank you to him/her for their service.?
36. Share a friend¡¯s blog, startup business or website on your social media
37. Give away old gadgets to someone in help for free. Your house help needs that old phone more than your drawer.
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38. Instead of taking your own car, try to carpool with someone if possible.
39. While it¡¯s nice to learn new things, being pin-pointed in public can be humiliating. Correct your friend or colleague in person. He/She will appreciate it more
40. If you travel by your personal vehicle, wait for a friend¡¯s cab to arrive. See them off. Check with them if they made it to their destination okay.
It's the little things in life that make a huge difference!
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Illustration By Ranak Mann
