The Daily Kindness Digest #368
Kindness Quote
“It’s not enough to be busy. The question is, what are we busy about?”
Henry David Thoreau
Act of Kindness
On a rainy day, buy or bring an extra umbrella with you to give to someone trapped in the rain. Once in a while we all need cover from a storm. Be someone’s lifesaver.
Positive Affirmation
Today I follow my heart but I take my brain along with me. I use both the passion and reason to find the best way to achieve my goals.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #367
Kindness Quote
“Live neither in the past nor in the future, but let each day’s work absorb your entire energies, and satisfy your widest ambition.”
Sir William Osler
Act of Kindness
Offer to tutor or mentor someone who can use your guidance. You are the NOW and they are the FUTURE. They might end up teaching you a thing or two.
Positive Affirmation
Today I am understanding. I can’t always get exactly what I want, but I accept that compromise is oftentimes the best solution.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #366
Kindness Quote
“Most of us are in touch with our intuition whether we know it or not, but we’re usually in the habit of doubting or contradicting it so automatically that we don’t even know it has spoken.”
Shakti Gawain
Act of Kindness
Run an errand for someone. It may take you a few minutes out of your way but sometimes a simple errand is far from simple for the person you’re doing it for.
Positive Affirmation
Today I cherish the moments that I have with the ones I love.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #365
Kindness Quote
“Hope sees the invisible, feels the intangible and achieves the impossible.”
Charles Caleb Colton
Act of Kindness
Send someone an anonymous gift attached with a card acknowledging that they are appreciated. The surprise and wonder will make their day.
Positive Affirmation
Today I am confident. I let all of my insecurities wash away and focus on the positive aspects of myself. I am beautiful and unique in my own way.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #364
Kindness Quote
“No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave.”
Calvin Coolidge
Act of Kindness
Be mindful to be on time to a scheduled meeting or event. Respecting people’s time says so much about you.
Positive Affirmation
Today I SHINE! Nothing can dull the bright light in my heart. I embrace who I am!
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The Daily Kindness Digest #363
Kindness Quote
“Worrying does not empty tomorrow of it’s troubles, it empties today of its strength.”
Corrie Ten Boom
Act of Kindness
Having a bad day? Show yourself some kindness and take a breather! It’s going to get better! Remember: Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass- it’s about learning to dance in the rain!
Positive Affirmation
Today I remember that I am original! There is no one else like me! I am UNIQUE.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #362
Kindness Quote
“Happiness is a by-product of an effort to make someone else happy.”
Gretta Brooker Palmer
Act of Kindness
Look up an old teacher who impacted your life and send them an email or better yet give them a call. Teachers give from the heart, let’s show our recognition.
Positive Affirmation
Today I live in the moment with no regret!
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The Daily Kindness Digest #361
Kindness Quote
“Behold the turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out.”
James B Conant
Act of Kindness
Call a family relative you’ve lost touch with. Perhaps you lost touch because of an argument or perhaps you simply drifted apart. Reignite the family bond. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it.
Positive Affirmation
Today I no longer dwell on the past. I look towards the future and start taking the first steps to reach my full potential!
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The Daily Kindness Digest #360
Kindness Quote
“A smile is the light in the window of your face that tells people you’re at home.”
Unknown
Act of Kindness
Ask a stranger how their day is going and wait around to hear their answer.
Positive Affirmation
Today I make my mark. I make something of myself. Whether I think I can or think I can’t I am right…Today, nothing will stop me!
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The Daily Kindness Digest #359
Kindness Quote
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
Maya Angelou
Act of Kindness
Pay attention to the world around you. Talk to someone new and find some common ground.
Positive Affirmation
Today I am BRAVE! I take chances and won’t allow the fear of failure stop me from trying new things.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #358
Kindness Quote
“One kind action leads to another. Good example is followed.”
Amelia Earhart
Act of Kindness
Check in on a friend today! We all get busy in our own worlds, take the time to make sure those close to you are doing well.
Positive Affirmation
Today I am caring! I spend time with loved ones and do what I can to help the people who need me most.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #357
Kindness Quote
“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”
John F. Kennedy
Act of Kindness
Surprise someone with a kind note. Leave it where they will see it and make their day! A few words can go a long way.
Positive Affirmation
Today I am CREATIVE! The sky is the limit to what I can do and I choose to use my creativity to make a difference.
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The Kindness Flash #17
The Kindness Flash #17
This month's theme: RESILIENCY - the ability to transform hardship to experience.
Everyday Kindness: It’s Going To Be Alright
People on the autism spectrum often find deviations in any plan very traumatic. “Imagine falling into an abyss and not knowing when you will hit the bottom - I think that must be what it is like for him at those times when the order and structure of his life is disrupted.” This was definitely a deviation from the plan.
Edited By Jewel Fries • Read More >>
Everyday Kindness: When Resilience Runs Low, Kindness Steps In
When one of Gagandeep’s colleagues and good friend was diagnosed with MS, he knew it wasn’t the first health challenge she had faced. He also knew he wanted to help.
Edited By Jewel Fries • Read More >>
Kindness Quote
~ Abdul Kalam
Act of Kindness
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Everyday Kindness: It’s Going To Be Alright
Philip Abrams
Pacific Palisades, USA
It’s Going To Be Alright
Having a son on the autistic spectrum has taken this family on a journey of wonder and challenge, teaching them patience, new perspectives, and an appreciation for the present moment. It has held incredibly joyous times, some harrowing times through which they have been strengthened, deepened their spirituality, and learned compassion.
After a wonderful vacation the resilience this family had built was tested when they found themselves stuck in the Atlanta airport after having missed a connecting flight by mere minutes when returning from Jamaica. People on the spectrum often find deviations in any plan very traumatic. Philip ponders, “Imagine falling into an abyss and not knowing when you will hit the bottom - I think that must be what it is like for him at those times when the order and structure of his life is disrupted.” This was definitely a deviation from the plan.
His son’s reaction reflected the dark miserable weather that met them upon their arrival and he was unable to contain his own fear, frustration, and anger. Upon arriving at their hotel after a thankfully brief cab ride he announced himself by flinging his suitcases through the open front doors.
Surprisingly, the woman behind the counter remained calm, promptly processing the keys for adjoining rooms and presented him with his keycard. She even ignored another guest’s rude protest about the boy’s behaviour. The woman turned to the bedraggled parent and said,
It’s going to be all right. My brother is on the autistic spectrum and it’s going to be all right.
Philip says, “Emotion welled up inside and I wanted to crumple into her arms. Someone who understood. Someone who didn’t respond with fear. An angel in the guise of Some One!”
- Edited by Jewel Fries
Everyday Kindness: When Resilience Runs Low, Kindness Steps In
Gagandeep Singh Sehgal
Stratford, Canada
When Resilience Runs Low, Kindness Steps In
When one of Gagandeep’s colleagues and good friend was diagnosed with MS, he knew it wasn’t the first health challenge she had faced. He also knew he wanted to help. Gagandeep says that despite everything his beautiful friend went through, she met it with resilience and a smile on her face. She is an amazing photographer with a happy-go-lucky personality, and Gagandeep credits her as the most courageous person he’s met so far.
Although government health care covered many of her treatment costs, unfortunately when a different medication was prescribed full coverage was unavailable.
Added travel costs for checkups in a distant city all began to take their toll on the fiery red head’s bright smile.
Gagandeep knew he had to do something that would help her reclaim her smile and become an inspiration to all others who might be going through the same challenges so he started a GoFundMe campaign to help with the costs. Many amazing people were able to raise money to help. Gagandeep is happy to report that his friend’s treatments are going well and her smile has definitely returned.
- Edited by Jewel Fries
The Daily Kindness Digest #356
Kindness Quote
“A weed is no more than a flower in disguise.”
James Russell Lowell
Act of Kindness
Be kind to someone who has been unkind. As hard as it may be sometimes, they need it the most.
Positive Affirmation
Today I have PURPOSE! I am here for a reason and I am going to rock it!