Send A Smile
How do you measure success? Does the size of your home or your salary? Is the number of friends in your network? Here's a new idea: try to measure your success with the amount of smiles you inspire
14th to 20th February is Random Acts of Kindness Week !. This festival encourages people to commit acts kind, regardless of size, and to see and feel the BIG impact. Life can be confused with a stressful job, negative news and unfortunate circumstances, but kindness spread through your actions can turn someone's day around in an instant!
Whether you keep the door to a stranger or help someone with their groceries, you can make a huge difference in someone's day. Kind acts not only help others, but you can help! Science has shown that the implementation of random acts of kindness can increase your sense of belonging and self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and decrease blood pressure (Behavioral Medicine, 05).
Try performing a random act of kindness every day this week in celebration of the holiday. You may find that you want to celebrate every week of the year!
Did you know?
- Altruism is the practice of unselfish concern for the welfare of others. Acts of kindness certainly fit this definition.
- Acts of kindness leads to the release of oxytocin, a hormone that dilates blood vessels, causing reduced blood pressure.
- uniform acts of altruism can lead. to self-realization, reducing depression, delayed mortality, and an increase in welfare
Spread the Love:
- smile to a stranger. You never know how their day is going and this simple gesture could change their entire outlook.
- compliment a colleague. Do not let their work ethic and passion go unnoticed. Show your peers that they are appreciated!
- Volunteering for your favorite cause. If it is something you are short, make a small donation. Take a little weight your portfolio could bring a lot of joy in your heart.
For more act of kindness ideas, visit Random Acts Kindness' website.
Sources: Behavioral Health, Dr. David R. Hamilton, New Center, Random Acts of Kindness. LifeWork Strategies EAP and Adventist HealthCare. The Health Council of the week is for educational purposes. For medical advice, consult your doctor. Feel free to copy and distribute this health resource.
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