“Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” *Mark Twain*
Sometimes the smallest act of kindness can make the difference in someone’s day. Hold the door for the person behind you. Let the car desperately trying to get in your lane in.
Stop a stranger on the street to give them a compliment. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve done this when I see a hairdo I like (it’s all about the hair). Or compliment a woman in Target on her sparkle sandals. I did that once and she was so surprised and so happy.
Tell a friend how much it means that they noticed you were a bit down “do you want to talk?.” Tell a colleague how much you admire the work they do.
Text your bestie every morning to say “Good Morning! How are you? What’s on tap for today?” Call your Mom - if you are lucky enough to still have her with you. Write a letter to your grandkids – I mean snail mail. It will blow their minds.
Surprise your Vet or your Doctor with some home baked goods for them and their staff. Theirs is not an easy path; let them know they are appreciated. Leave snacks on your front porch for the delivery folks - especially during the holidays when they work so hard.
Donate to a cause that speaks to you – whether that be with your time, your talent or financially.
It’s not hard. This being kind thing. Sometimes it takes two minutes. And it can be a bit addictive. In the best of ways.
I always remind myself that we are more alike than we are different. On any given day you may be standing next to someone who is trying their best not to fall apart. Barely holding it together. Keep kindness in your heart.
