Help Others.org: Acts of Kindness

SmileGroups are a fun way to do some good, connect with others in the spirit of kindness, and to "be the change we wish to see in the world."

Idea: "I called up somebody who's having having a hard time. We're not very close. I still felt concerned and wanted to know how he was doing. It was great getting to know him, and just what he needed." --cf, May 16
Idea: "sent a text to my dad to thank him for making my mum feel special :)" --jsmc10, May 16
Idea: "Will you embarrass yourself for God? See Funny Bone at http://robscolumns.wordpress.com" --robcpayne, May 16
Idea: "Turned the light on in the next room for my kid brother who's afraid of the dark, even if it meant pausing something I was deeply engrossed in watching. (:" --Jellere, May 16
Idea: "Dropped by a former classmate's house on a whim and left her a Thank You letter for everything she's given and everything she's been to me. (:" --Jellere, May 16
Idea: "by helping an old lady to cross the road" --dud1980, May 16
Idea: "Today I was mom's shopping buddy. She's one who keeps looking until she finds a 'good buy.' Not really into shopping, I figured I'd help her look for the right one as a belated Mother's Day gift. (:" --Desmile, May 16
Idea: "My hairdresser has a relative that was sent home with Hospice to come by the house three days a week. While under the dryer I prayed for her and the family during this difficult time." --denisemj, May 15
Idea: "I had my 10 son who has Autism and does not like to make eye contact with people give a man at the gas station $5 and a smile card that my grandma had given us. The man had given a ride to a guy. Nice" --Jami2D, May 15
Idea: "I forgave someone who disappointed me with a compliment and happy maker." --sandyponey, May 15
Idea: "I started up a conversation with an elderly woman who appeared to have no family with her on Mother's Day. We spoke for 30 mins and my neighbors even came over to join in the conversation!" --HakunaMatata, May 15
Idea: "Smiles, courtesy" --AnnaLiese, May 15
Idea: "At graduation ceremony at Berekeley journalism school, guest of honor was the janitor. He stood there hugging each student. Marvelous. #tweet" --rushabh, May 15
Idea: "Came in a 3-wheeler taxi ... the chauffeur wanted to return Rs. 20/- to me ... on his own ... He was happy to take just Rs. 100/- from me. What a sweet moment ... I wished him a lovely evening :-)" --Bluxess, May 15
Idea: "Ended up discussing hours on meditation with an American Prof. who's visiting Chennai. What a fabulous gift from the Universe. Feeling blessed immensely :-)" --Bluxess, May 15
Story: Things Of Value Good morning H.O.org family. I found this gem and wanted to share written by Steve Goodier. You've heard the question asked, " If your home were on fire, what would you try to save... --princessliz, May 15
Idea: "Walked home with a 1st Year HS kouhai of mine after training in school. It was already dark and her way was littered with rough-looking guys, so I went out of my way to accompany her. (:" --Jellere, May 15
Idea: "Went around and offered ice-cold water to my teammates during break time in Volleyball training a while ago. ^^" --Jellere, May 15
Story: Einstein On Being Good "If people are only good because they fear punishment, and hope for reward, then we are a sorry lot indeed." Albert Einstein Here's to everyone who's in it just "for the heck ... --cf, May 15
Idea: "Today I marvelled at the Sun and thanked God I only had a few troubles........." --Randomact, May 15

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