It’s time to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week (Feb 9th – 15th).
I’ve spoken about this great week before but it’s one that should not only get a mention again, but should be an frequent activity throughout the year. It’s always a good thing to help others and show you care. When you spread kindness, it comes back to you, almost always when you need the most.
A Random Act of Kindness (RAOK) is something small or big, that can make a difference in someone else’s day. Taking a moment to compliment someone or help him/her out can make a HUGE difference. It can turn what may be a challenging morning/afternoon around, give a boost of confidence to someone who needs it, or make someone feel appreciated — and who doesn’t want to feel appreciated.
Some of you may believe that this may cost a lot to do, but there are many ways that you can spread kindness that don’t cost a thing, or have a nominal cost. To keep this topic fresh, I’ve been reading other blogs for new ways to spread kindness to virtual strangers and to those I know and love. I’ve been inspired, seeing tips for things I’d never considered, and many that were free or only cost a dollar or two. Really… the amount you want to spend is up to you. It’s more about the effort you make, than in the cost, that makes it so meaningful.
The Appreciation Factor 