NATIONAL DO SOMETHING NICE DAY

NATIONAL DO SOMETHING NICE DAY

Your Official Day to spread awesomeness is on October 5! Today is National Do Something Nice Day and we are dedicated to making the world a little brighter, one kind act at a time.

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Think of today as the awesome sequel to Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17). It's another fantastic chance to create a ripple effect of positivity!

Life moves fast, and it's easy to get caught up in the daily hustle. Do Something Nice Day reminds us of a simple, powerful truth: kindness is a superpower we all possess! Kindness doesn't require a grand, sweeping gesture. In fact, a small nice act of kindness can completely turn someone's day around. You may find it boosts your spirits as well!

Real generosity is doing something nice for someone who will never find out. ~Frank A. Clark

In just a matter of seconds, you hold the power to change the course of a person's day for the better. Ready to start spreading the good vibes?

• Noticing someone's signal in traffic? Give them a wave and let them merge into your lane.

• Spot the neighbor's newspaper on your walk? Place it on their doorstep for easy reach.

• Opening a door for another person and share a smile!

• Giving your place in line to the person with only three items.

• Tipping your service staff an extra dollar or two more than you usually would.

• Give a compliment.

• Offer encouragement!

•  Lend an ear to someone who is lonely or just needs to talk. Your attention is a priceless gift.

HOW TO OBSERVE DO SOMETHING NICE DAY

Do something nice. The something can be anything from buying a cup of coffee for someone in line at the coffee shop to giving a compliment to the tired clerk. Maybe the day calls for sending flowers with a card that says “just because,” or asking the neighbors over for a barbecue in the backyard or mowing the lawn for someone.   Use #DoSomethingNiceDay to post on social media.

For a truly profound story about the power of generosity, we encourage you to learn about the inspirational life of Eva Kor here: The Story of Eva.

NATIONAL DO SOMETHING NICE DAY HISTORY

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