I have always thought that one of the basic rules for a having a happy, fulfilled life was giving. Giving back. Giving to others. Giving away. Just giving. And, do you know there is one ridiculously simple way to give? Collectively, they have become known as Random Acts of Kindness (RAK).
What is a RAK? It can be anything! Yep, ANYTHING that makes a person's day a bit brighter, is completely unexpected, and there is no thought of anything in return. I know, anything is pretty broad, but that's the inherent beauty of a RAK - it's tailored to the situation. Some examples might be in order:
Taking out a neighbor's trash cans.
Bringing in a neighbor's trash cans.
Buying the next person-in-line's coffee at Starbucks.
Helping another carry a box if you see they are having a problem, or doing it before they have a problem.
If you walk for exercise, and know your neighbor's dog, take the dog with you.
Complete a simple repair for someone - like securing house numbers so they aren't falling.
Reaching for something in the store when you see someone having a challenge getting it.
Begin to get the idea? The list of possibilities is endless! Just take a look around. Opportunities are everywhere. A RAK is the ultimate way to customize helping another in some small unexpected way. As a result their day will be better - and so will your's.
A few more RAK's in the world and it would be a better place!
I would love to learn what RAK you might have done today.
"A little thought and a little kindness are often worth more than a great deal of money." John Ruskin
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