World Kindness Day Conversation with 6-year-old Fisher

 

Ronald Reagan once said, “We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone!” This belief resonates deeply with the Online Peer Mediation Platform, as we strive to make small, meaningful impacts each day. If you're looking for a special occasion to spread kindness, mark your calendar for November 13th—World Kindness Day! Originally founded in Japan, World Kindness Day has now become a global celebration, encouraging us all to share kindness through our actions. This November 13th, we invite you to pause and share a moment of kindness with someone. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the history of World Kindness Day, offer some simple ways to be kind, and feature a heartwarming conversation with 6-year-old Fisher, an elementary student with plenty of inspiring advice on kindness.

50 Ways to Be Kind

1. Smile at a stranger.
2. Hold the door open for someone.
3. Compliment someone sincerely.
4. Write a thank-you note to a coworker or teacher.
5. Donate to a charity, even if it's a small amount.
6. Help someone carry their groceries.
7. Call a family member just to say you love them.
8. Give someone your full attention when they’re talking.
9. Share positive feedback with someone about their work.
10. Offer to run an errand for someone.
11. Pick up litter in a park or on a sidewalk.
12. Offer your seat to someone on public transportation.
13. Bring in a treat for coworkers or classmates.
14. Send a card or letter to someone you haven’t seen in a while.
15. Buy a coffee for the person behind you in line.
16. Donate old clothes or items you don’t use.
17. Text a friend just to check in on them.
18. Offer to babysit or pet sit for free.
19. Compliment someone’s outfit or hairstyle.
20. Volunteer for a cause you care about.
21. Help someone with a heavy load.
22. Offer assistance to someone looking lost.
23. Give away a book you’ve enjoyed to someone who might like it.
24. Pay for a meal for someone in need.
25. Hold back negative comments, choosing compassion instead.
26. Bake or cook for a neighbor.
27. Leave a positive review for a small business.
28. Let someone merge in front of you while driving.
29. Offer to help someone who’s struggling with technology.
30. Bring reusable bags and donate extras to others in line.
31. Respect people’s time by showing up on time.
32. Listen actively when someone is talking to you.
33. Send flowers to someone for no particular reason.
34. Offer to help someone study or practice a skill.
35. Leave a kind note in a public place for someone to find.
36. Celebrate someone’s small achievements.
37. Take time to learn someone’s name and use it.
38. Be patient with someone who’s having a hard time.
39. Support someone’s small business by sharing it.
40. Compliment someone on social media genuinely.
41. Plant a tree or contribute to the environment.
42. Send a quick, encouraging message to someone.
43. Help a child with a project or homework.
44. Refrain from gossip and encourage positivity.
45. Spend time with someone who may feel lonely.
46. Say “thank you” and really mean it.
47. Respect people’s differences and show understanding.
48. Help clean up a shared space at work or home.
49. Offer a hug (with permission) to someone who needs it.
50. Spread the kindness by sharing these ideas with others!

Small acts can make a huge difference!

Need more ideas?

Random Acts of Kindness - World Kindness Day Resources