How to Brighten Someone’s Day With Ease
I know. I know. We all hear it frequently. I don’t have the time, energy, or even the money to brighten someone’s day. Guess what? You do all the above accounts. It’s a lot easier than you think to take a moment to brighten someone’s day. And all it takes on your part is a moment of your time to put a big smile on someone else’s. And guess what? I bet anything it’ll do the same for your face!
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Several years ago, I wrote a blog post for 100 Ways for Random Acts of Kindness; you should check it out, too. So what are you waiting for? Scroll on down and see some different ways you can easily brighten someone’s day. Even maybe as you are reading this.
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- Hugs. Warming both of your souls does your body good – make sure the other person is a hugger too.
- Text. Sending a quick thinking of you message/text is the bee’s knees, and I can 100% bet it will put an instant smile on the other’s face.
- Meme/Photo. Sending off a quick share on a meme or photo that reminds you of that person will instantly give them the warm and fuzzies. Being thought of is simply the best.
- Smile. It’s been said that a smile tells a thousand stories. Be the first to smile at someone in your day-to-day.
- Hold the door open for someone. I think we can all be in a rush in our normal, busy worlds, where we don’t pay attention to those around us. Let’s pay a bit more attention and hold the door open for the person behind you. Then also smile. Bam! Two little simple acts in one gesture.
- Phone Call. Now, this wouldn’t be me. I scowl and do stomach flips if my phone rings. BUT if the other person on the line likes phone calls, do it. Even just a simple hey, I was thinking of you two-minute call.
- Do a chore for someone else. For example, the other week I offered to come over and clean the sinks for our next-door neighbor. Simply because I was already doing the same to mine. I also took the opportunity to give their bathroom a quick clean. A little off their plate will surely brighten their day.
- Compliment. I sure love your shirt!
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- Surprise them with their favorite drink.
- Send them a card in the snail mail! Look at these card packs:
Birthday
Thinking of you
Anniversary
That way, you can stockpile and make it even easier to send out when you’re feeling it or notice an important date approaching. - Grab some small motivational cards. Drop them in those cards above, lunchboxes, doorsteps – wherever you can spread kindness and love. A couple of cute sets:
Inspirational Kraft Cards
Mr. Pen Cards - Grab them a sweet treat or even buy them lunch/dinner.
- Ask if they have a wish list. Don’t buy when you ask; wait, and when you’re feeling it, randomly send them something from it.
- Visit my Amazon Shop page for thoughtful gift ideas. I add to the list as I find cute things, so please keep checking.
Remember, thinking of others also makes you feel good. Taking the time to brighten someone’s day also brightens your own. It’s a win-win!
Are there any other ways you could brighten someone’s day? Feel free to comment below with your own ideas for others to see. I look forward to hearing from you!
