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Read moreIt is true what they say. A little bit of kindness—really does go a long way. Acts of kindness create a ripple effect on your outside world. These acts generate an impact that spans far and wide, and there are many scientific studies to prove it. Studies show that kindness:
As humans, we are born with a natural in-built negativity bias. This bias evolved to protect our ancestors from potentially harmful stimuli in the environment¹. But it also means that we are ready to respond and pay more attention to negative stimuli in our lives. Kindness can act as an antidote to this predisposition. It's a superpower that transforms our outward perceptions.
Kindness can radically change our experience of our own lives, and it can transform the lives of others too. With a little more joy in the world, we’ll all be healthier, happier and more connected. And the best part of all? It’s free, simple - and you can do it anytime, anywhere.
Every year, Random Acts of Kindness Day encourages people across the globe to choose kindness - and this year - that day is the 17th of February. Since this day is on the horizon, we want to inspire you to spread a little more love and light out into the world that day.
It’s simple, easy and costs nothing. But you might make someone’s day. Make the compliment sincere. Find something you like about the way someone acts or interacts with others.
Studies show that smiling can foster new conversation, boost your mood and improve communication².
A hot drink soothes the soul. But it’s even better when someone else makes it. Spread joy in the little gestures by surprising someone with a cuppa.
Take the time to listen with empathy and understanding. They'll feel heard and understood, which can often make a world of difference.
Gratitude is a superpower that helps us positively reframe situations and decreases depressive symptoms³.
It could be clothes for a charity shop, money for a cause you care about or blankets for a homeless shelter.
When you see someone all the time, it can be easy to recite the same conversations over and over. Mix it up and make some new connections with those around you.
Let someone know they are on your mind by passing on a book or film recommendation you think they might like. It shows you care and lets them know you’re there.
Surprise your team with some unexpected treats to brighten up their day.
Studies show that positive reminiscence can boost happiness⁴. Reach out to a friend and connect over good memories together—you’ll both be happier as a result.
¹ Rozin P, Royzman EB. Negativity Bias, Negativity Dominance, and Contagion. Personality and Social Psychology Review. 2001;5(4):296-320. doi:10.1207/S15327957PSPR0504_2
² Vaish A, Grossmann T, Woodward A. Not all emotions are created equal: the negativity bias in social-emotional development. Psychol Bull. 2008 May;134(3):383-403. doi: 10.1037/0033-2909.134.3.383. PMID: 18444702; PMCID: PMC3652533.
³ Nathaniel M. Lambert, Frank D. Fincham & Tyler F. Stillman (2012) Gratitude and depressive symptoms: The role of positive reframing and positive emotion, Cognition and Emotion, 26:4, 615-633, DOI: 10.1080/02699931.2011.595393
⁴ Bryant, F.B., Smart, C.M. & King, S.P. Using the Past to Enhance the Present: Boosting Happiness Through Positive Reminiscence. J Happiness Stud 6, 227–260 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10902-005-3889-4
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