“No act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted.” — Aesop
A random act of kindness is doing something nice for someone other than yourself without wanting anything in return. The beauty of kindness is that one simple gesture can make a difference. The “power of one” has the capacity to spread like wildfire. It makes the world a better place. I’m challenging you to do something kind for someone today. It can be a friend, family member or a complete stranger. It doesn’t have to cost tons of money, so don’t let that stop you. Times are tough. Many people are crabby(adj.脾气暴躁的), down or stressed. Brighten someone’s day. Bonus points if it’s anonymous. You’ll be happy you did.
Here are a few suggestions:
THANK-YOU NOTE: Write a thank-you note to someone today. There are so many people we encounter in the course of our day who might not feel appreciated. They don’t expect thanks, but they are certainly deserving of it. If you don’t feel up to（感到能做）writing, then give someone a sincere compliment.
LOOSE CHANGE（零钱）: Leave some loose change somewhere. One reader, Christina from New York, shared: “I gave up my quarter in the grocery cart so a woman wouldn’t have to fumble to find one in the cold. ”
LISTEN: When we ask someone how they are, how often does our attention trail off（减弱）? Take time to really listen to someone. Seek out someone who is lonely, and spend time with him or her.
GIVE: Think of someone to send an anonymous gift to. Or do an act of charity. You can donate your time, items or skills. There are people who will truly benefit from this selfless act.
SMILE: Make it a point to smile the day away. No one wants to see unhappy people. Refrain from being negative. You can help lift others simply by smiling. It’s infectious(adj.传染的，有感染力的).
