The Daily Kindness Digest #1668
Kindness Quote
“People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing. That’s why we recommend it daily.”
Zig Ziglar
Act of Kindness
Sign up for a volunteer event today. Committing yourself to helping others feels so good!
Positive Affirmation
Today I reflect on all I have instead of all I want. Surprisingly, the list is longer that we initially think.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1667
Kindness Quote
“It’s not what you are that holds you back, it’s what you think you are not.”
Denis Waitley
Act of Kindness
Be KIND to yourself today by counting your blessings. Nothing feels better than true gratitude. What’s one thing you are thankful for?
Positive Affirmation
Today I will spread my wings and fly! Life is meant to be lived and I will live it to the fullest!
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1666
Motivation Monday
Life Vest Inside has had the very good fortune of finding writers willing to share their Kindness Stories with us. One of our special recurring writers is David Jablinowitz, Op-Ed Editor at Jerusalem Post, who is famous for his “bus stories.”
Pay It Forward
Hubby is in Boston with two granddaughters. The closest place to eat (kosher) is over an hour away and too far to expect delivery.
Walking to the boat for their tour, he spies a van with young adults wearing kipot (skullcaps) and eating pizza. He walks over to them, says, “Shalom aleichem,” (“peace be with you,” used as a traditional greeting to a fellow Jew), and asks where they got the pizza.
They reply, “You want some?” The boys give my trio a whole pie, left over from a camp visiting the harbor. A PAY IT FORWARD MOMENT FROM THESE BOYS!
I’ve been inspired to pay it forward (and be aware of others who might be doing that, as in this story) ever since my mother received anonymous money put into our mail slot every week after my father became paralyzed. It helped us to survive.
~ Glenna Frank Ross
Finding yourself inspired to share your kindness story? Please submit it HERE – you can share via text, audio or video. Our editor will look it over! You may see your writing in a future issue of The Daily Kind!
Kindness Quote
“Better to be the one who smiled than the one who didn’t smile back.”
Mari Gayatri Stein
Act of Kindness
Invite a friend to try an activity or event you will both remember forever. You will be giving the gift of both an experience and a memory!
Positive Affirmation
Today I am WORTHY! I deserve all of the good that is presently in my life and all of the wonderful things that are yet to come.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1665
Kindness Quote
“Always be a first rate version of yourself and not a second rate version of someone else.”
Judy Garland
Act of Kindness
Take the time to really listen today! Someone in your life may really need to talk and everyone appreciates knowing they have a trusted ear to listen.
Positive Affirmation
Today I feel safe and secure. The unexpected bumps in the road are simply blessings in disguise.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1664
Kindness Quote
“When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure.”
Peter Marshall
Act of Kindness
Invite a friend, neighbor or classmate to join in on a group outing you have planned. Including others not only makes them feel good, but it can open circles and bring everyone together on a new level!
Positive Affirmation
Today I will let go of the negative perceptions others have of me. I can’t control what others perceive but I can control how I react.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1663
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
Share a meaningful song with a friend today. Music speaks to the soul and even if you can’t sing, a YouTube link does the job for you.
Positive Affirmation
Today I am LOVED! I know how lucky I am to even have one person looking out for me and caring about my best interests.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1662
Kindness Quote
“Be strong. Live honorably and with dignity. When you don’t think you can, hold on.”
James Frey
Act of Kindness
Pack a delicious lunch and share it with your coworker!
Positive Affirmation
Today I feel VIBRANT! It is so good to be alive!
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1661
Motivation Monday
Life Vest Inside has had the very good fortune of finding writers willing to share their Kindness Stories with us. One of our special recurring writers is David Jablinowitz, Op-Ed Editor at Jerusalem Post, who is famous for his “bus stories.”
A Very Happy Birthday
And then I was on the bus this afternoon in Beit Shemesh, and a mother motions for the bus to stop even though the driver is only supposed to drop people off at this point on the ride from Jerusalem and not pick up passengers.
No problem, though. Apparently, this was all worked out ahead of time.
“Thanks, Rotem,” says the mom to the driver as the door opens and a little boy boards the bus.
Turns out the woman was the driver’s wife; the boy was their son.
The child had to get to a birthday party. But the mom was stuck at home with a crying baby. Driver drives down a few blocks, pulls up at a corner, shuts off the bus and says to the passengers: “Just a second. I’m just dropping him off.”
He runs into a house with his son. Comes running back out. But, in the meantime, the mother of the birthday boy is giving him some snacks to take back to his passengers.
He takes a few packages. We all decline. He starts up the bus and we all go home.
“Thank you so much,” the driver shouts to us. “You just made my son and his friend with the birthday very happy.”
~ David Jablinowitz
Finding yourself inspired to share your kindness story? Please submit it HERE – you can share via text, audio or video. Our editor will look it over! You may see your writing in a future issue of The Daily Kind!
Kindness Quote
“The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.”
William Arthur Ward
Act of Kindness
Do something extra special for a friend’s birthday or other special occasion. We all love to know that we are remembered and important!
Positive Affirmation
Today I recognize that I am GROWING! I know that I can be better than I was yesterday and one step closer to who I will be tomorrow!
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1660
Kindness Quote
“How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.”
Annie Dillard
Act of Kindness
Offer to help a friend move today. Moving is one of the most stressful experiences and a little help goes a long way!
Positive Affirmation
Today I will not be scared! I will follow my intuition and my heart will keep me safe and sound.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1659
Kindness Quote
“Our own heart, and not other men’s opinions, forms our true honor.”
Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Act of Kindness
Buy a friend a coffee and take the time to catch up. Life gets very busy and we need to take the time to reconnect with those we care about.
Positive Affirmation
Today I will REFLECT on all of the wonderful opportunities that I have had and that continue to present themselves to me.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1658
Kindness Quote
“If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.”
Dalai Lama XIV
Act of Kindness
Offer to babysit for someone who has small children. Every parent out there will be so grateful for a little me time!
Positive Affirmation
I will forget about my insecurities and focus on the things I love about myself!
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1657
Kindness Quote
“Keep your families close together, and love and honor your children.”
Gordon B. Hinckley
Act of Kindness
Let the person behind you in line at the grocery store go ahead of you. They will be so thankful for the gesture and the few extra minutes of time you’ve given them!
Positive Affirmation
Today I will NOURISH my mind and body. Everything I drink and eat as well as what I watch, read and listen to, will all be healthy and positive.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1656
Motivation Monday
Life Vest Inside has had the very good fortune of finding writers willing to share their Kindness Stories with us. One of our special recurring writers is David Jablinowitz, Op-Ed Editor at Jerusalem Post, who is famous for his “bus stories.”
Thank You Tante Dina
“May you have a day filled with much simcha, much bracha, and much shalom.” ~ Dina Machla bat Eliezer Blaustein, 4 Av 5767
I don’t remember where we were going, but we desperately needed a babysitter we could trust for our four lively lads. It was for at least an overnight. Dina B or Tante Dina as everyone’s kids called her offered.
“Wow, thank you! How much do you charge?”
She looked at me with something between gentle censure and pity that I even asked the question. “You can’t afford me,” she said.
“Uh, what?”
“What is the safety of your kids worth? You don’t have that kind of money. No charge. It will be my pleasure.”
I’ve never met anyone like Dina Blaustein, zt”l, before or since. No one has. Though she never had a husband nor children, she will be missed long, long after she left the world.
~ Ruti Eastman
Finding yourself inspired to share your kindness story? Please submit it HERE – you can share via text, audio or video. Our editor will look it over! You may see your writing in a future issue of The Daily Kind!
Kindness Quote
“Write it on your heart you are the most beautiful soul of the Universe. Realize it, honor it and celebrate the life.”
Amit Ray
Act of Kindness
Offer to help someone do yard work. It feels good to roll up your sleeves and help out.
Positive Affirmation
Today I will simply BE; focusing on the here and now rather than dwelling on the past or longing for the future.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1655
Kindness Quote
“A man of honor should never forget what he is because he sees what others are.”
Baltasar Gracian
Act of Kindness
Send flowers or chocolates to someone who may need a little love in their life. These treats are not just for romantic love!
Positive Affirmation
Today I will be GENTLE with myself. Kindness begins from within and I know that I deserve it.
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1654
Kindness Quote
“The world is changed by your example, not by your opinion.”
Paulo Coelho
Act of Kindness
Write down your favorite recipe and share it with a friend! We put so much love in food, why not share it? And while you’re at it, why not share your favorite food pun to make them smile?
Positive Affirmation
Today I will SLOW DOWN and appreciate every breath. I am so lucky to be here in this moment and I will embrace every second!
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The Daily Kindness Digest #1653
Kindness Quote
“Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Willing is not enough, we must do.”
Bruce Lee
Act of Kindness
Call a friend you have lost touch with and let them know that you are grateful to have met them. Every single person comes into your life for a reason!
Positive Affirmation
Today I will SHINE like the star that I am! There is nobody in the world like me.