Random Acts of Kindness Day is an unofficial holiday celebrated each year on February 17. The purpose of this special day is to urge people to be kind to each other, especially those they don’t know, without any specific reason.
The philosophy behind Random Acts of Kindness Day is “altruism,” which means selfless concern for the welfare of others. A traditional virtue and a core aspect of many religions, altruism is basically the opposite of selfishness.
Altruism concentrates on the desire to do good or help others without reward. Although the key to altruistic behavior is not being concerned with reward, doing good does have its benefits.
Those who perform random acts of kindness often find that doing so reduces stress and boosts their self-esteem, leading to better physical and emotional health.
As you perform random acts of kindness for others, you will likely find that some people wish to return the favor. Instead of accepting their offer, ask them to “pay it forward” instead.
The phrase “pay it forward” refers to the idea of requesting that a kindness be repaid by having it done to others instead. In this small, simple way, you can encourage others to keep the kindness flowing!
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I live in Canada, but it’s my birthday every year, ha, ha, ha.
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I think random acts is from your heart not your mouth Wonderopolis thank you soo much for these cute videos!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
How true, Wonder Friend Jazlyn! Acts of kindness do come from the heart, and sometimes we communicate how we feel by speaking! Thank you so much for sharing your awesome comment with us! Have a super weekend!
Paying it forward is like the person that did something to you is giving it back I think the best thing that you should do is feed the hungry and spend time with the lonely I thing it is just LOVELY.
We really appreciate all your awesome ideas for paying it forward, Jazlyn! Giving back, or paying it forward, is a super way to make others smile. We always want to treat others the way we’d like to be treated, and respect and kindness is always important! Thanks for sharing your WONDERful comment, Jazlyn! We couldn’t agree more!
Thank you so much you are so sweet Wonderopolis
Hello Jazlyn, we are so glad you’re back! Thanks for visiting us again and keeping a smile on our faces! Have a WONDERful Sunday!
Wonderopolis what is the best thing doing something nice? Wonderopolis HAPPY EASTER
Happy Easter to you, too, Jazlyn! We think there are lots of ways to do something nice for someone else. Sometimes it’s smiling at someone you don’t know, sometimes it’s making breakfast for your family instead of the other way around. What have you done something for someone else that has made their day?