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Random Acts of Kindness

Friends fans might remember that Joey said that there are no selfless good deeds- and that's kind of true- doing things for others makes us feel good as well.

One day this week, perform five acts of kindness—all five in one day. It doesn’t matter if the acts are big or small, but it is better if you perform a variety of acts. The acts do not need to be for the same person—the person doesn’t even have to be aware of them. Examples include feeding a stranger's parking meter, picking up litter, shovelling someone's driveway, or a Canadian classic- paying for the person behind you's Tim Horton's order.

To take it to the next level: after each act, write down what you did in at least one or two sentences; for more of a happiness boost, also write down how it made you feel.

Why

Researchers believe this practice makes you feel happier because it makes you think more highly of yourself and become more aware of positive social interactions. It may also increase your kind, helpful attitudes and tendencies toward others in your family or your community. Evidence suggests that variety is key: There's a risk that kindness can start to feel routine, so it helps to approach it with a spirit of curiosity, always looking for new ways to express your care and kindness and looking for new people to help.