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A year-long journey of kindness, compassion, and self-care designed specifically for the workplace.
Transcript of 2022 RAK Workplace Calendar - randomactsofkindness.org
A year-long journey of kindness, compassion, and self-care designed specifically for theworkplace.
Letme tell you something youmay not already know:You are one incredible person.
Just think about it. You've been through a LOTover the last couple ofyears. I mean... just... wow. But, look at you. You're still here. You're oneresilient individual. I'm proud of you.
It's been a long strange trip for us here at The RandomActs ofKindness Foundation aswell. We've spentmanymonthsworkingharder than ever tomake kindness the norm during themostchallenging of times.We could not have done any of it without YOU.You are the fuel that keeps this world kind, caring and compassionate.I know, sometimes itmay not feel that way, but when you scratchbeneath the surface of the negativity and conflict we see around us,it's clear that human beings are gooooood. And, you're one of them!
Thework to create a kinder world never ends. There is no limit on theamount of goodnesswe can put into theworld. So, what are you goingto do in 2022 tomake kindness the norm?
Your friend,
Brooke JonesVice President
“Forever – is composed of nows”Emily Dickinson
This quote by Emily Dickinson is profound. If we think about forever as something in the future,then it can never be found. Instead, know that forever is only an idea.Whenwe reach it, it is thepresent.We can only ever experience the now, sowemustmake each “now” count.
This year,make the effort to create ameaningful “now” each daywith kindness.Workmay feellike it is something that happens in between our “real life”, but it can give us purpose, comfort,connection, and support. Make the effort to really lean in this year andmake yourworkmatterto yourself and your colleagues.
BEMINDFUL
Put your phonedown and enjoythe day.
Stopwhat you’redoing, close youreyes, and take adeep breath.
Send kindwishesto five people.
Turn offtechnology andspend time doingsomething youenjoy.
Sleep in late.Give yourself acompliment.
Have amindfulsnack, focusing onthe smell, texture,and taste.
Stay in themoment.
Do one thing at atime and do eachthingwithintention.
Explore textures,sounds, and colorsin nature.
When stressed,take a time out.
Eat your foodslowly today andsavor everything.
Go get a glass ofwater and drink it.Now!
Savor yoursenses.
Change your pointof view and noticedifferent things inyour surroundings.
Take awalk ormeandering bikeride.
Color your feelingsusing differentcolors for eachemotion.
Practice activelistening.
Slow your pace.Drive carefullytoday. Take a longwalk, and set asidetime for you.
Turn on yourfavoritemusicwhile cooking.Do a little dance! Go to bed early.
Sit and listen toyour favoritemusic.
Notice the tinydetails around you.
Take a break andwatch the cloudsroll by.
Start the daywithconsciousawareness.
Notice your bodylanguage.What are youcommunicating?
List 10 things forwhich you aregrateful.
Create a kindfulnessjournal to capturewonderful momentsthroughout 2022.
Start the daywith apurpose.
Get outside andlook for wildlife.
Buy a new book orrevisit one of yourfavorites.
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MINDFULNESS Mindfulnessmeansmaintaining amoment-by-moment awareness ofour thoughts, feelings, bodilysensations, and surroundingenvironment. Mindfulness involvesacceptance,meaning that we payattention to our thoughts andfeelings without judging them;without believing, for instance, thatthere’s a “right” or “wrong” way tothink or feel in a givenmoment.Whenwe practicemindfulness, ourthoughts tune in towhat we’resensing in the presentmomentrather than rehashing the past orimagining the future.
From theGreater Good Science Centerat the University of California, Berkeley
randomactsofkindness.org/printables
Practice kindness each day of 2022with our homeKindness Calendar!
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ALWAYSBEMINDFULOFTHEKINDNESSANDNOTTHE FAULTSOFOTHERS. —BUDDHA
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Happy New Year!Text us to get free daily inspirationalkindness messages directly from ourVice President, Brooke Jones.To sign up, text (303) 529-2494.
MAKEKINDNESSTHENORM
Compliment thefirst three peopleyou talk to today.
Follow The RandomActs of KindnessFoundation on socialmedia for RAKDayactivities andresources.
Become aRAKtivist atrandomactsofkindness.org.
Take the day to dowhatever YOUwant.
Bring a plant to aco-worker whocould use a pick-me-up.
Help a co-workerwith a project.
Give a co-worker agift card to a tea orcoffee shopwitha note inviting themto take somerelaxation time.
Bake somethingand sharewithyour colleagues.
Say “GoodMorning” to thefirst person yousee.
Take time foryourself whenoverwhelmed.Take awalk and geta glass of water.
Today, rememberhow proud youwere of somethingyou did as a childand do it again!
Spread good news.
Send a thankyou email to acolleague orsupervisor.
Introduce yourselfto someone yousee frequently buthaven’t yetmet.
Write a letter orcard andmail it tosomeonewho isn’texpecting it.
Offer tomentor anew employee.
Eat lunchwithsomeone new.
Always assume thebest of others.
Take five $1 dollarbills and get out inyour community; seewhat opportunitiespresent themselves.
Pass on yourfavorite books.
Postinspirationalnotes in publicareas for othersto find.
Scheduledowntime toconnect withthose in your officethrough lunch,teambuilding,or games.
Take time toreflect and think ofsomeonewhobrings joy andhappiness intoyour life.
Write a positiveLinkedIn review fora co-worker.
Smile!
Relax and dosomethingyou enjoy.
Plant a localpollinator friendlyplant or flower.
Complimentsomeonewhodeserves it.
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KINDNESS Did you know there are scientificallyproven benefits of being kind?
The positive effects of kindness areexperienced in the brain of everyonewhowitnessed the act, improvingtheirmood andmaking themsignificantlymore likely to “pay itforward.” Thismeans one good deedin a crowded area can create adomino effect and improve the day ofdozens of people!
Thismonth, celebrate RandomActsof KindnessWeek (February 13-19)and reap some of those benefits foryour team.
Jamil Zaki, Assistant Professor ofPsychology at Stanford University forScientific American, July 26, 2016
FEBRUARY 2022
BEGINNINGOFRANDOMACTSOFKINDNESSWEEK
RANDOMACTSOFKINDNESSDAY
KINDNESS ISNOTWHATYOUDO, BUTWHOYOUARE. —RAKTIVIST
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randomactsofkindness.org/rak-day
Join our first annual coloring contestin celebration of RandomActs ofKindness Day!
HOWDOYOUSHOWUP?
Revisit a pastmemory by lookingthrough oldphotographs,letters, and videos.
Add positivereminders aroundyour workspace.
Write a kindmessage toyourself.
Go on anature walk.
Try eating fiveservings of fruitsand vegetablesa day.
Swing ona swing.
Drink plentyof water.
If you need help,ask for it.
Color, doodle,or draw: letyourself dive in!
List 10 things thatbring you joy.Continue adding tothis throughoutthemonth.
Watch yourself-critic.Give yourselfsome grace.
Go to bed anhour early.
Take yourselfout to lunch.
Give back toyourself. Do anact of kindnessjust for you.
Spend at least 30minutes a daydoing somethingthat you love.
Forgiveyourself.
Buy yourselfsome flowers.
Try a hobbyyou’ve alwayswanted to do.
It’s okayto say no.
Grab coffeewith a friend.
Advocatefor yourself.
Stay homewhenyou need a break.
Give others thebenefit of thedoubt.
Don’t forgetto play.
Don’t forget toschedule yourannual physical.
Start your daybywriting agratitude list.
Acceptcomplimentswith gratitude.
Spontaneousdance party!
Eat a healthy,locally sourcedmeal to nourishyour body.
Plant somethingand take goodcare of it.
Take a nap.
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SELF-AWARENESSANDSELF-LOVE Paying attention and giving time towhat you love is an act of self-caremixedwith awareness and love.We’ve all heard the phrase you can’tpour from an empty cup, but are notoften provided permission ordirection on how to keep ourown cups full.
Thismonthwe encourage you to fillyour cup and create a list of thingsyou enjoy. Give yourself permissionto do the things thatmake you happy.
Happiness can’t be contained!Whensomeone is self-aware and practicesself-love, they can’t help but sharetheir joy with others.
IF ONEHASCOURAGE, NOTHINGCANDIMTHE LIGHTWHICHSHINES FROMWITHIN. —DR.MAYAANGELOU
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randomactsofkindness.org/kindness-at-work
RAK’s Kindness in theWorkplaceaction planning guide includes sevenkey ingredients thatmake for apositive and kind culture wherepeople want to show up and do theirbest.
SHAPEYOURENVIRON-MENT
Learn howto upcycleproducts.
Trap and releasespiders.
Shop locally.
Donate yourgently usedclothing.
Pick up trashand dispose ofit properly.
Try a new recipe formeatlessMonday.
Organize a teamouting to clean up alocal park, beach,or trail.
Pack lunchwithreusablecontainers.
Shorten yourshower time.
Give your favoritelibrary worker orreader a thoughtful,reusable coffeemug.
Eliminateplastic bagswith reusablebags.
When ordering takeout food, tell themyou’ll pick up insteadof delivery and useyour own containersinstead of single-usestyrofoamor plastic.
Buy organicwhen possible.
Use both sides ofthe paper.
Turn down thedial on yourthermostat.
Offer to do a taskthe administrativeassistant normallydoes.
Clean up yourworkspace.
Turn off yourcomputer at night.
Use a reusablewater bottle orcoffeemug.
Organize aneighborhoodclean-up.
Walk, ride abike, car pool,or take the busor other publictransportation.
Turn off and unplugelectronics whennot in use.
Use the stairswhen possible.
Buy a plant foryour work area.
Map out farmer’smarkets to visitduring the growingseason.
Plant pollinator-friendly flowers.
Turn offwaterwhen not in use.
Compost fooditems to use ingardens.
Upcycle boxes andorganize yourspace.
Try repairing apiece of furnitureinstead ofreplacing it.
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CARING FORTHEENVIRONMENT Wedo not inherit the earth fromourancestors; we borrow it fromourchildren. Many of us are familiar withthis proverb, but whatmeaning doeach of us give to it? The easiest wayfor each of us to live within this“motto” is to think of thosewhowillcome after us and intentionallychoose not tomake amess in any ofour environments. If it is possible, weshouldmake any areawe can betterfor thosewho follow in our footsteps.This concept can be applied to ournatural environments, as well as ourschool, work, and homeenvironments, alongwith any areawespend timewhere others willeventually follow.
BEGENTLEWITHTHEEARTH. —DALAI LAMA
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randomactsofkindness.org/kindness-ideas
Kindness Ideas to helpMake KindnesstheNorm.
DOWHATYOUSAY
INTEGRITY Integrity is the foundation of trustand confidence. Doingwhat you saybuilds an environment of respect andmutual appreciation. Employees arethe biggest asset of any organizationand it’s important that leadersrecognize their value.
When leaders provide a space foremployees to feel heard, respected,and safe, they not only encourageindividuals to do their best, butprovide a place for everyone to feelvalued and trusted.
MAY 2022CHOOSINGCOURAGEOVERCOMFORT; CHOOSINGWHAT IS RIGHTOVER FAST, FUNOREASY; ANDCHOOSINGTOPRACTICEOURVALUESRATHERTHANJUST PROFESSINGTHEM. —BRENÉBROWN
Be responsibleand caring.
Admit yourmistakes and askfor forgiveness.
Follow the rules.
Treat everyonewith respect.
Work when you’resupposed to andsave searching theinternet andpersonal calls forbreak time.
Do not gossip ortalk badly aboutothers.
Dowhat you say.
Model positivebehavior andhabits.
Be accountable.
Be upfront withimportantinformation.
Keep youremployeesinformed.
Don’tprocrastinate.
Don’t acceptpraise forsomeoneelse’s work.
Own up toyourmistakes.
Lead byexample.
Value diversity.
Deal with conflictprofessionally.
Give creditwhere it’s due.
Usematerialsfor work and notpersonal use.
Show upon time.
Never betrayanyone’s trust.
Work togetheras a team.
Do notmakepromises youcannot keep.
Treat others theway youwant tobe treated.
Tell the truth,even if it’s badnews.
Never share asecret someonesharedwith you inconfidence.
Invitesomeone tolunch orhappy hour.
Practice opencommunication.
Approachchallengeswithconfidence.
Keep yourpromises.
Stand up forwhat’s right.
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randomactsofkindness.org/kindness-videos
Watch our video inviting you to helpkindness become the norm in yourhome, school or workplace.
MOREDIVERSETHANEVER!
Admit yourmistakes.
Empower anduplift others.
Keep an openmind and learnsomething new.
Mentor someonefrom a differentbackground orperspective.
Communicategoals andmeasureprogress.
Provide accessto companyresources.
Make sureinclusivenessis part of yourorganization’score values.
Expand yourcompany holidaycalendar.
Show up on time.
Make sureemployees feelthey have a voiceand are safe toexpress theiropinions.
Includemulti-language signage.
Recognize andreward individualaccomplishments.
Listenwith anopenmind.
Appreciateeveryone's voiceand unique self.
Encourage aculture offrequentcheck-ins.
Speak up aboutinclusion.
Createopportunities forconversation.
Support andcelebratedifferences.
Connect in newwayswith yourco-workers.
Add yourpronouns toyour emailsignature.
Provide awayfor introvertsto shine.
Give a 5-starreview to a driveror delivery person.
Model inclusivelanguage.
Encourageindividualstrengths andexperiences.
Create acollaborativeenvironment.
Track creative andinnovative ideasdeveloped by yourteam and celebratethem.
Actively andgenuinely listen.
Practicevulnerability;nobody expectsperfectionism.
Identify your topvalues andmakesure they align withyour everydayactions.
Create safespaces.
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INCLUSIVENESS Imagine a placewhere everyone feelswelcome and can be themselves nomatter their shape, size, or color. It’snot impossible, but it takes a lot ofintention.
However, intentional changes towardcreating amore inclusive workplacecan lead to powerful cultural shifts inorganizations: It creates a safe spaceso everyone can bring their whole selfto work, no longer needing to censoror hide parts of themselves.
This leads to greater productivity,creativity, and connectionwithcolleagues and your organizationalpurpose."
—Inclusion Consultant Gina Battye
WECOULDLEARNALOT FROMCRAYONS; SOMEARE SHARP, SOMEARE PRETTY, SOMEAREDULL,WHILEOTHERSBRIGHT, SOMEHAVEWEIRDNAMES, BUTTHEYALLHAVE LEARNEDTOLIVETOGETHER IN THESAMEBOX. —ROBERT FULGHUM
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randomactsofkindness.org/become-a-raktivist
RAKtivists are the heroes of ourorganization. They live and breathekindness, share knowledge and leadby example.
LEANONME…AND EACHOTHER
HUMANCONNECTION There aremanyways to improve yourwell-being and chances of livinglonger, such as exercisingmore oreating better. But did you know thatmaintainingmeaningful relationshipsalso plays an important role in health,happiness, and longevity?
A research study byHarvard,conducted over a period of 80 years,proves that human connections andhealthy relationships are the numberone and two drivers of longevity,respectively.
—Dr. RobertWaldinger, a psychiatristwith Harvard-affiliatedMassachusettsGeneral Hospital.
TOOOFTENWEUNDERESTIMATETHE POWEROFATOUCH, A SMILE, A KINDWORD, A LISTENINGEAR, ANHONESTCOMPLIMENT,ORTHESMALLESTACTOFCARING, ALLOFWHICHHAVETHEPOTENTIAL TOTURNALIFEAROUND. —LEOBUSCAGLIA
JULY 2022
Accept the loveand offers of helpfromothers.
Share a sincerecompliment withsomeone today.
Take the first steptoward resolvingan issuewithsomeone youcare about.
Write a hand-writtenletter to the firstperson that comes tomindwhen you think ofsomeonewho alwaysmakes you smile.
Write a letter toyour younger selfoffering advice andwords of wisdom.
Tune in toopportunitiesfor kindness.
Take a fewmoments to reflecton the people forwhich you aremostgrateful. Writethemdown.
Close your eyes,take a deep breath,and recall amoment of purejoy with thoseyou love.
Join anextracurriculargroup or team atwork to connectwith others.
Listen to someonewithout judgment.
Takewhat youneed. Givewhatyou can.
Leave positivesticky notesaround yourworkplace forpeople to find.
Put away phonesand devices as acommon practiceduringmeetings.
Invite someone toameetingwhomayhave somethingworthwhile tocontribute.
Get outside andenjoy the air withsomeone you lovebeing around.
Ask a co-workerabout their familyorigins and culture.
Forgive someoneand let them know.(This can includeyourself.)
Start a text groupwith people whocould use somepositivity.
Make an effort todrink eight glassesof water today.Encouragesomeone else todo the same.
Invite someoneto lunch orhappy hour.
Show genuineinterest insomeoneelse’s passion.
Call someonewhomay befeeling lonely.
Prepare amealwith someone youcare about.
Play greatmusicwhile working!
Share somethinginteresting aboutyourself with a co-worker.
Reach out to aformer co-workerto let them knowyou’re thinkingabout them.
Notice the smallthings aboutthose you loveand admire.
Look at everyoneyou interact withtodaywithpositivity.
Tell a loved onehowmuch theymean to you.
Get a favoritephoto of you anda friend printed.Frame it andsend it to them.
If you haven’t said“I love you” in awhile, say it tosomeone and toyourself.
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randomactsofkindness.org/printables
A calendar with an education theme!And guess, what?We’re so clever weevenmade the calendar start inAugust.
FINDYOURSPARK
Give yourself abreak and dosomething nicefor yourself.
Get creative inthe kitchenand preparesomethingnew.
Write a haikuabout whatinspires you.
Watch aninspiringTEDTalk.
Slow down.One thing ata time.
Relax. Find joyin the simplemoments ofthe day.
Put inspiringwords and quoteson sticky notesaround yourworkplace.
Write a note tosomeonewhoinspires you andtell themwhy.
Wear a brightcolored piece ofclothing today.
Always speak askindly to yourselfas youwould toyour best friend.
Try a newfood today.
Buy sometwinkling lightsand decoratesomeone’sworkspace.
Leave your favoritebook(s) in a LittleFree Library nearyou or start oneat work!
Bring somethingyummy toworkto share.
Find an upliftingpodcast to listen toduring downtime.
Think about whatyou need tochange to helpyourself “bloom”.
Share yourideas withothers. Don’thold back.
Send a text tosomeonewith aninspirationalmessage beforegoing to bed.
Resolve to be lessjudgmental in yourday to day life.
Keep showing up.Keep trying.Keep fighting.
Sing out loud toyour favorite songon your way to (orfrom) work.
Send amessageof appreciation toa local business.Leave them apositive onlinereview.
Ask someonewhat inspiresthem.
Make stories thisweekendworthyof talking aboutonMonday.
Teach someonea new skill thatyou’re passionateabout - cooking,crafting,music,etc.
Watch thesunset tonight.
Create a playlist ofinspiringmusic andplay it while doingsomething youlove.
Hope is apowerful thing.Never give up!
Let the light shinethrough thisweekend and dosomething thatmakes you smile!
Take a drive toa new park orlocation today.
Plant some brightflowers in yourgarden or in a pot.
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INSPIRATION Noonewants towork in anenvironment that is stressful or hastoo serious amindset. Employeeswho are allowed to venture out, worktogether with other co-workers, andwander throughout their workplaceto seewhat other things are going onwill allow for ideas and inspiration toflow freely.
Ideas to consider:
• Create a fun teamenvironment.
• Spice up your office décor.
• Take risks and be okaywith failure.
• Allow flexible work schedules.
• Provide a space for knowledgesharing.
From: redbranchmedia.com/blog/ways-spark-creativity-workplace/
THOSEWHOBRINGSUNSHINETOTHE LIVESOFOTHERSCANNOTKEEP IT FROMTHEMSELVES. —JAMESM. BARRIE
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randomactsofkindness.org/for-educators
A FREE Tier 1 evidenced-based socialemotional learning curriculumdesigned to help schools create aculture of kindness.
ACKNOWLEDGEOTHERPEOPLE
Write a letter ofappreciation tosomeonewho hasdone somethingkind for you.
Head out for a walkin the neighborhoodand acknowledgepeople with a smileor by saying “hello!”
Spend the daywitha friend and dosomething funneither of youhave tried before.
Offer help to aneighbor whomayhave troublegetting thingsdone (mow theirlawn, shovel snow,pull weeds, etc.).
Tell a co-workersomething youappreciateabout them.
Listenwithoutjudgement whensomeone is sharingsomethingpersonal.
Send a card tosomeonewhohasn’t heard fromyou in a long time.
Leave a treat onthe desk of a co-worker with a notetelling them tohave a good day.
Tell a childhowmuch youappreciatesomethingthey did.
Create a “randomcompliment” wallat work wherepeople can take orleave sticky noteswith compliments.
Acknowledge andvalidate someoneelse’s feelings.
Receiveappreciationwith an openheart.
Donate to acharity thatspeaks to yourvalues.
Give someone ahigh fivewhen theyhave good news.
Tip a serviceworker a littleextra.
Ask someoneabout theirfavorite book.Read itand share yourthoughts withthem about it.
Pay a complimentto a stranger.
Leave a note ofappreciation andan extra big tip tosomeone in theservice industry.
Give a 5-starreview to a driveror delivery person.
Learn somethingnew about one ofyour co-workerstoday.
Always say“please” and“thank you”!
Only post positivecomments andinformation onsocial media today.
Post a positiveonline review of alocal business.
Tell a parent theyare doing a greatjobwith theirchild(ren).
Ask someonewhonormally doesn’tparticipate inimportantmeetings to attendand share theirthoughts.
Offer to helpsomeonewith aproject they’reworking on.
Accept acompliment bysaying “thank you”.
When someonesays somethingkind to you, acceptit with a genuinesmile.
Give your pet(s)a little extraattention today.
Reach out tosomeonewho ishaving a hard timeand offer support.
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APPRECIATION Howdoes it feel when someone tellsyou howmuch they appreciatesomething you’ve done or some partof who you are? It’s such a delightfulfeeling whenwe are acknowledgedand appreciated.
Are you someonewho has a hardtime accepting compliments, butdishes themout like candy?
This is themonth to not only offerappreciation, but accept it fromothers as well!
APPRECIATIONCANMAKEADAY - EVENCHANGEALIFE.YOURWILLINGNESSTOPUT IT INTOWORDS IS ALL THAT ISNECESSARY. —MARGARETCOUSINS
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randomactsofkindness.org/kindness-at-home
We're excited to announce our newprogram formaking kindness thenorm at home!
CELEBRATEGOOD TIMES,COMEON.LET’SCELEBRATE
FREEDay!Celebratehoweveryou like!
Relax today.Enjoy nature.
Dance likenobody'swatching!
Indulge in yourfavorite treattoday.
Bring a treat toyour neighbor andlet them know howmuch youappreciate them.
Make a list of fivethings you loveabout yourself.Keep that list closeto you always.
Identify and trackcreative andinnovative ideasdeveloped by yourteam and celebratethem.
Celebratesomeone’s goodnews at work.
CelebrateMondaywithyour favoritefood.
Offer lots ofcomplimentstoday; makesomeone feelspecial.
Give ameaningfulgift to someoneyou love.Wrap it upin special wrapping.
Remind yourself ofall of your amazingqualities. Youmaketheworld a betterplace.
Tune in to thecompliments youreceive. Listen andbelieve them.
Send a thankyou card tosomeonewho haschanged your life.Tell them the effectthey have/had onyour life.
Go for a hike today.Celebrate natureby picking up litteralong theway.
Play your favoriteupbeat playlist ontheway to andfromwork today.
Look in themirrorthismorning andcelebrate howincredible you are!
Bring a cake toworkfor no reason at all;just celebratethe day!
Create asurprise potluckfor someone atyour workplacewho doesn’treceive enoughrecognition.
Create a “celebrationwall” at work. Providesticky notes for peopletowrite notes to eachother to celebrate allyour goodwork!
Create confettiout of dried leavesand a hole punch.Find a reason tocelebrate and throwyour confetti!
Start ameeting offby sharingsomething goodthat happenedyesterday or today.
Acknowledgesomething niceyour boss didtoday.
Enjoy somethingthatmakes yousmile.
Buy lotterytickets and leavethemon peoples’windshields in aparking lot.
Give someone a“pat on the back”for a jobwell done.
Have an “end ofweek” potluckparty for everyoneto enjoy!
Invite loved onesover for ameal.Celebrate beingtogether!
Celebrate all thegood things thathappened thisweek by doingsomething youlove today.
Acknowledge aparent who isdoing a great job.
Take today foryourself. Dowhatmakes you happy.
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CELEBRATION There is ALWAYS something tocelebrate. It doesn’tmean you haveto throw a party and buy cake andballoons (although, cake is alwaysgood). It means acknowledgingsomething good that happened andcelebrating it!
Thismonth, celebrate all the goodthings that happen at work, even thestuff that seems silly andminor.
Celebration is such an important wayto let people know that thework theydomatters!
IF YOUDON'TCELEBRATE SUCCESS ITWON'TCELEBRATEYOU. —JULIANHALL
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randomactsofkindness.org/kindness-at-home
Your challenge (if you choose toaccept it) is to complete a series ofkindness activities to fill in 60 'hearts'.
SOMUCHGOODNESSINOURLIVES
Say “thank you”andmake eyecontact with aservice worker.Smile!
CelebrateWorldKindness Day!
Create a gratitudecollage and hang itin an areawhereyou’ll see itregularly.
Go for a gratitudewalk; as youwalk,notice the thingsthatmatter to you.
Write ahandwrittengratitude letter tosomeone. Mail it, orbetter yet, read itto them in person.
Say a silent thankyouwhen youwakeup thismorning foryour health and allthat you have.
Print a favoritephoto of someonefor whomyou aregrateful and put itin a frame. Place itsomewhere yousee it regularly.
Wake up early andenjoy the sunrise.
Show your bodysome gratitude byeating a healthymeal today.
Show your bodyhow grateful youare by drinking lotsof water today!
Put on yourfavorite piece ofclothing tomakeyou feel goodtoday.
Sit outside andenjoy the sunset.
Finish thismonthwith one last noteof gratitude foryour gratitude jar.
Start a gratitude jartoday. Put a note inevery daywithsomething you feelgrateful for. Readthem at the end ofthemonth!
Tell a co-workerhowmuch youappreciate theirsupport.
Let your colleaguesknow that you’rethankful for all thehardwork.
Create a gratitudewall in the breakroom. Encouragepeople to post apositive stickynote aboutsomeone else.
Eat a lightmealtoday and savoreach bite.
Bring a favoritetreat towork tosharewitheveryone.
Leave a positivereview online for alocal business.
Show the“behind the scenes”workers that you aregrateful for them:leave a card signedby the staff alongwith flowers or a giftcard.
Share todaywithfamily and/orfriends; tell themall how grateful youare for the thingsthey bring toyour life.
Leave positivesticky notesaround yourworkplace.
Give a little extralove to your pet(s)today.
Tune in to all thewonderful thingshappening aroundyou.
Spend todayenjoying a quiettime to reflecton your joy.
Buy a gratitudejournal for a friendwho could use aboost.
Plant a “gratitudegarden” withflowers/food thatremind you ofthings or peoplefor which you aregrateful.
Show the planethow grateful youare by reducingwaste, drinkingfrom a reusablebottle, and drivingless.
Paint rocks withpositive words andpictures. Leavethem in randomgardens.
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GRATITUDE Gratitude is key tomaking our livesmore fulfilling and happy.Whenweexpress gratitude—whether silentlyto ourselves or publicly to anotherperson—it reminds us howmuchwehave in our lives and howmuchwecan give to others.
Thismonth, focus on all the things forwhich you are grateful and offerthanks to thosewho have helped youget towhere you are in your life.
ASWEEXPRESSOURGRATITUDE,WEMUSTNEVER FORGETTHATTHEHIGHESTAPPRECIATION ISNOTTOUTTERWORDS, BUTTOLIVE BYTHEM. —JOHNF. KENNEDY
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randomactsofkindness.org/world-kindness-day
In celebration ofWorld Kindness Dayon 11.13.2022, Share 7Ways to StartMaking Kindness theNorm in YourDaily Life.
WORLDKINDNESSDAY
LOOKBACK, BYLOOKINGFORWARD
Forgive a pasttransgressionwithsomeone you careabout. Considerwhat your part wasin the conflict.
Do somethingoutside of yourcomfort zonetoday.
Write a positivereview of a localbusiness after agoodmeal orservice.
Unplug completelytoday and enjoythe day.
Take a deepbreath and setan intentionfor the day.
Thank people fortheir valuable inputand ideas.
Think of achallengingsituation in yourlife.Work onchanging yourmindset about it.
Tell someonehow happy theymake you.
Reflect on your dayand how you canmake tomorroweven better.
Reflect on yourpositive andchallengingrelationships.Is there a toxicrelationship thatneeds to end?
Start a newbook you’vebeenwantingto read.
Reflect onsomeonewho hasmade you feelconfident. Letthem know thatyou appreciatetheir support.
While you’re doinga chore today,bemindful.Remember howeven doing choresare important toyour wellbeing!
Be honest withothers about howyou’re feeling:good, bad orindifferent.
Look around theroom and takenote of what bringsyou joy. Removethings that don’t.
Spend today listing10 things for whichyou are grateful.
Clean out yourcloset and donateto a local charity.
Close out the yearbymaking somerealistic andoptimistic goalsfor next year.
Spend todayreflecting oneverything you’vedone and learnedthis past year.Celebrate all of youraccomplishments!
Set a goal for themonth and reflectonwhy it isimportant toachieve this goal.
Write down threethings thatmakeyou feel goodabout yourself.
When you’refeeling down,reflect oneverything goodthat’s happeningin your world.
As you sit downfor ameal, reflecton the people/animals/workerswhomade it allhappen.
Take time tobe in naturetoday.
Be curious aboutwhat role you playin a conflict.Consider onechange you canmake to create abetter situation.
If you know howtomeditate, doit today. If youdon’t know how,look up a simplemeditation andtry it!
Spend this eveningreflecting on all theamazing things inyour life.
Take amoment toreflect onsomething positivethat happenedtoday.
After ameeting,reflect onwhat wasshared by others.Offer your help orsupport to someonewho is working on aproject and notfeeling supported.
Cook your favoritemeal today. Reflecton positivememories of whenyou have eaten thismeal in the past.
Do somethingtoday that youloved to do asa child.
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REFLECTION As the end of the year approaches,spend thismonth reflecting oneverything that happened this year.Reflection can happen in a shortmoment or over a period of time.
When something good happens orwhen you’re facing challenges, takethe time to reflect on how theexperiencemade you feel andwhatlessonswere learned.
ATTITUDE IS A REFLECTIONOFCHARACTERANDCHARACTER IS A REFLECTIONOFHABIT. —TOMZIGLAR
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randomactsofkindness.org/other-materials/
distance_learning_lessons/
Distance_Learning_Mini_Lesson_Gratitude.pdf
Thismonthwe are focusing onGratitude. Although this is technicallya sub-concept of Caring, we chose todedicate an entiremonth on it givenour current needs as a community.
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