When I decided to pick random acts of kindness, I thought it would be easy. And it should! The actual act was easy, but the remembering part was hard! There were times when I got so caught up in the day that I didn't even remember to complete something.
Although, I feel like I do things everyday that are kind that some people take for granted. For example, holding open the door for someone or holding the elevator door open. Some things I did for people didn't get a thank you! But this is supposed to be about completing these acts and not expecting anything in return. Sometimes they felt good and sometimes the reaction I received was disappointing. I think this was just because I consciously knew what I was doing and why I was doing it. For example, I had a BOGO coupon for the smoothie and I wanted my friend to try it with me. I let them get the free one and I paid for mine. No response or thank you. I don't feel like I am looking for praise, but how do you know if the kindness was appreciated or if will be passed onto others?
Some things I did I just felt good about them and I could tell that it changed my mood for the better. One day I bought someones coffee that was behind me in the cafeteria. I actually didn't wait for a reaction, I just did it. Maybe that is the difference? Another day, I donated some money to a charity. I donated some clothes to salvation army, I bought an extra big gift for someone who is having a baby and isn't as blessed as me. All of these things made me feel good as a person and that I would be getting some good karma back. :)
As I continue, I want to focus on the act of kindness itself. Not the reaction, but the action of me doing it. I am also putting a reminder on my calendar so I don't forget. Whether it be large or small, costly or free, the random acts of kindness are meant to be spread to others so the ripple can continue.
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