Spreading Kindness at Home

In light of current world events, it is important to spread kindness when and where you can. It can be as simple as smiling at a stranger or sending flowers to someone, just because. Since many of us are self-isolating and social distancing, here are a few ways to spread kindness in the comfort of your home.

• Send an encouraging email

Working from home is a new and different concept for many employees. While using computers and technology is common in the workplace now, working at home and trying to communicate through email, zoom and such can be new and confusing to many. One way to spread some kindness is to send an encouraging email to your co-workers, family, and friends. Whether it is a motivational image or a nice message to boost their spirits, a small act of kindness can make a huge difference to those who may be in an uncomfortable situation.

• Leave a positive review.

Since all non-essential businesses are closed during this time, you can spread kindness by leaving a positive review for your favorite small business, restaurant, or product. There are many ways to leave a great review. Google, Yelp, Facebook and more allow you to leave a review. Even if they are not open, receiving a positive review can brighten their day.

• Share some good news

In a time of confusion and negativity, simply sharing some good news can make a big difference. For example, Wales released news that it is building a large new national forest to restore the land and help fight against global warming. With social media pages being flooded with all kinds of articles and information, seeing some good news can positively impact someone’s mindset.
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• Call a friend or family member

Sometimes, a simple act of kindness can include just giving someone a call to chat. Talking through situations, thoughts, and ideas can leave a person feeling heard. Everyone is going through something, and sometimes just talking about things can really help. So, pick up the phone and call someone today to spread some kindness.
 
You can do as much or as little as you want when it comes to spreading kindness. So, take a second to think about what you can do to impact someone today. We here at Eleven 22 hope you all are staying safe and healthy and remember, love and kindness are never wasted.