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“Always be a little kinder than necessary.”

Return a borrowed car with a full tank, no matter who lent it.

Today, I will be kinder than necessary, because someone may need that extra kindness.

“Life isn’t about getting and having, it’s about giving and being.”

Copy your favorite recipe and share it, maybe with a small sample.

Today, I embrace the power of giving and being present over having and owning.

“Getting the most out of life isn’t about how much you keep for yourself, but how much you pour into others.”

Share a review guide with classmates to help them prep for a test.

Today, I choose to pour love, energy, and kindness into the lives of others.

“Rock bottom became the foundation on which I rebuilt my life.”

Make the effort to see the good in someone you previously misjudged.

Today, I build something new from where I once fell.

“Appreciation is a wonderful thing. It makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well.”

Use “please” and “thank you” often and sincerely throughout your day.

Today, I will appreciate the beauty I see in others.

“It often takes more courage to change one’s opinion than to stick to it.”

Choose forgiveness and give someone a second chance, even when it’s hard.

Today, I will stay open to change and growth.

“One of the advantages of being disorderly is that one is constantly making exciting discoveries.”

Take time to clean or reorganize your space, even if it’s not spring.

Today, I welcome surprises that come with creativity and chaos.

“How far that little candle throws his beams! So shines a good deed in a weary world.”

Offer your time to visit or support someone dealing with personal struggles.

Today, I will let my kindness light the way.

“It is the greatest of all mistakes to do nothing because you can only do little—do what you can.”

Let another driver merge in front of you with patience and kindness.

Today, I will take small steps instead of standing still.

“Every single time you help somebody stand up you are helping humanity rise.”

Choose to buy from local businesses and eat at neighborhood spots today.

Today, I will help lift someone up, even in the smallest way.

“Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more.”

Bring an extra snack to school and share it with someone outside your usual circle.

Today, I find joy in giving more than receiving.

“Being good is commendable, but only when it is combined with doing good is it useful.”

Make a commitment to safely recycle your old electronics to help protect the planet.

Today, I choose to act on my values, not just believe in them.

“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.”

Stop to enjoy a street performer’s act and show your appreciation with a tip.

Today, I will create something that inspires others to feel.

“Wherever a man turns he can find someone who needs him.”

Send a heartfelt message or voice note to someone grieving, letting them know you’re thinking of them.

Today, I will be present for someone who needs support.

“Self-love has very little to do with how you feel about your outer self. It’s about accepting all of yourself.”

Write a heartfelt letter of love and encouragement to yourself.

Today, I accept every part of myself without judgment.

“Unexpected kindness is the most powerful, least costly, and most underrated agent of human change.”

Send a thank-you letter to a manager praising an employee for their good service.

Today, I will spread kindness in quiet, powerful ways.