110 spontaneous ways to be kind

Spontaneous ways to be kind

1. Being kind means paying it forward. If someone purchases you a gift, send them something of equal or lesser value in return.
2. Volunteer! Being kind means volunteering. Search online for volunteering opportunities in your neighborhood. Check your city’s page - they might be able to connect you.
3. Being kind means donating to charities , especially to people that are within 3 degrees of you. If you happen to see your friend post a link to a friend that has recently been sick, donate, even if you don't know that person directly. 
4. Start a ongoing group text with all of your cousins, or closest friends, and text everyone something funny every once in a while just to break up the seriousness of life.
5. Being kind means offering to pick someone up or drop someone off at the airport.
6. Being kind means offering to do your relatives or close friends makeup or nails for their prom/formal.
7. If you are close in line to someone who is having issues at the register, and if you are able to afford it, kindly offer to pay for the rest of their groceries/goods.
8. If you see someone struggling with carrying something into a building or a room - offer to help!
9. Being kind means setting up birthday reminders on your calendar , recurring yearly, so that can you send friends (old or recent) happy birthday messages.
10. If your friend is at your house and mentions something they like, kindly send it to them a few weeks later (if you can afford to) . They will be surprised and will love it.
11. Be kind & thoughtful every day in any situation - at work, on the bus, in a grocery store - if someone looks sad , be extra kind and gentle .
12. If you know your friend is into a particular hobby, and you come across a book/item online or at the store - send it to them, or save it for the holidays. This way the gift will be more personal and thoughtful.
13. Being kind means putting together a kit for the homeless and passing them out during very cold days. They will appreciate it.
14. Being kind means being a pen pal! If you have a long distance friend, send them a handwritten card every once in a while. It would be such a nice change from emails/texting , etc.
15. Being kind means lending something to a close friend  if they need it (a car, an outfit) and not expecting anything in return. 
16. Being kind means offering to do the dishes if someone cooks you a lovely meal.
17. If you are a guest at someone’s home offer to help in the kitchen during and after.
18. If you are invited a friend’s home, bring a bottle of wine or a dessert with you.
19. Being kind means booking a spa day for your friends if you have all been collectively stressed out.
20. Being kind means emailing/texting your friends old pictures of past outings together, at random. 
21. Being kind means texting your friends with, “so what did you have for lunch”, at random. It will make them smile.
22. Being kind means texting your distant friends with, “just checking in”..every few months. Since everyone is so busy, don’t expect a long conversation. So a simple quick note will be appreciated.
23. Being kind means offering up your gym’s guest pass to your friend.
24. Being kind means taking your friend with you as a plus one, to an event you were invited to.
25. Being kind means visiting your friends! Make sure to visit your long distance friends at least once every 2 to 3 years. Mark your calendar so too much time doesn't pass in between.
26. If your friend just moved into a place, offer to help with any furniture building they need to complete.
27. Being kind means offering up your old phone/mattress/computer to a friend or relative instead of throwing it away.
28. If you have a garden, offer the fresh fruit and vegetables up to your neighbors often.
29. If you have a few great recipes, hand write them out and pass them out to your friends. 
30. Being kind means organizing a meet-up of like-minded individuals at a beach and have an outdoor event.
31. Being kind means offering to take your friends’ photos when you are out and about - don’t wait for them to ask.
32. If you see a couple or a group of friends taking a selfie - offer to take their photo of them, especially while traveling. 
33. If you are in a foreign country - don't be afraid to talk to the people next to you at the restaurant. They will most likely love it!
34. If someone looks lost on the street , especially in a big busy city, offer to help guide them in the right direction.
35. Being kind means smiling. Don’t be afraid to smile. Smile at strangers, for no reason . It will make you feel good and they will most likely pass on the smile to someone else.
36. If you know of two great likeminded business individuals - offer to introduce them for networking purposes! 
37. If you are offered an introduction to meet someone new, make sure you follow up with that introduction so that the person that introduced you does not regret making it.
38. If you don't have time to set people up (business or personal) - kindly send a quick e-introduction to the two.
39. If you are a guest at a friends home for more than a few days, offer to take out the trash or buy them dinner one night in return for their generosity.
40. Being kind means being a mentor! Offer to take a younger colleague out to coffee or lunch and offer your best work advice. 
41. Send emails to your local city official about simple things in your neighborhood that could be worked on - its the little things that count.
42. Being kind means editing your friends college essays / homework if you can.
43. If you have old books that you no longer need - donate them to your local library or charity.
44. Being kind means donating old clothes to a local church or a woman’s center.
45. Attend your local neighborhood watch meetings - be active in your community.
46. Being kind means visiting your local hospital during the holidays and pass out toys or presents.
47. Being kind means tipping extra during the holidays.

Being Kind to Friends

48. If you are visiting a friend with a baby, offer to take care of the baby while the parents cook/host.

49. If you're friend has just moved to a new apartment, or purchased a new house, send them a small homecoming gift within 3 weeks of them moving in. Some great ideas are a bath set (lotion, soap, scrub) , a wine glass set, some drinking cups, or any other small knick knacks that will help them love their new place.

50. If you know your friend is scheduled to have a doctors appointment or a surgery and you know the date, kindly jot down the date on your calendar, set a reminder, and make sure to send them a feel better card immediately after. 

51. If you know of a friend’s parent or other who is scheduled to have a surgery - make sure you text them the day of with something like: “Just thinking of you today, please keep me posted on the recovery of your mom”

52. Volunteer to baby sit for your friend or sister or relative. Make sure your friends know you are there for them if they ever need you.

53. Being kind means sending your friends “just thinking about you” text messages at random.

54. Being kind means texting your friends two days prior to your scheduled meet up with, “can’t wait to see you on Saturday”

55. Being kind means cooking for your friends. Cook for your friend’s on their birthday!

56. Being kind means offering to help a friend out with their new adventure (new business) etc.

57. Being kind means hosting a dinner of your closest friends.

58. If you know your friend has recently broken up from their relationship, follow up with them weekly and ask them how they are doing. Try to offer advice, if you can.

59. If your friend is moving to a new city, offer to help them look for an apartment. Or kindly go with them to the new city so they feel supported.

60. If your friend gets a new job - send them flowers to their office on their first day / during the first week!

61. Being kind means setting up a reminder to follow up with a friend after they had an interview and ask how it went.

62. Being kind means taking your friend out for a celebratory drink after they get a promotion or a new job.

DIY Kind Things to do

63. Make sure to always keep handy some stationary of thank you cards in a shoe box or other area where they are safe. Use these thank you cards immediately after someone buys you something, or does something kind to you.

64. Being kind means sewing vintage pins or patches on a new shirt and give to your friend as a unique gift.

65. Being kind means taking up a few DIY projects in your spare time and give a few to your friends for no reason.

66. Being kind means making a box of hand made aphorisms to your friends as gifts.

Being kind during the holidays

67. Being kind means calling your friends. If you know your friend is having a hard time at work, or is alone during the holidays - make sure you give them a call. Even if it is just to say hello.

68. During the holidays, do not send mass text messages, make sure to take the time to send kind personal messages to each of your friends and spell out their full name.

Being Kind to Relatives

69. Offer to check your niece/cousins homework for them after they are done.

70. If you know your younger sibling/relative is going on their first trip overseas - send them some money to help them with the costs. 

71. Being kind means calling your parents/elder relatives as much as possible! If you don't have a lot of time on your hands - schedule a weekly call so they know when to expect you - they will look forward to it.

72. Being kind means spending some time teaching your elder parents or relatives some new technology tricks. Being kind means offering to take your grandma to the doctor’s once in a while.

73. Being kind means offering to clean your mom’s house during the holiday’s, or schedule a cleaner to come and surprise them.

74. Being kind means ordering groceries online and have them delivered to your parents once in a while.

75. Text your parents in the morning for no reason . Just say, “morning mom & dad” with a smile.

Being Kind to Coworkers

76. Being kind means buying your boss coffee once in a while.

77. Being kind means buying your coworkers lunch once in a while.

78. If you bake something good over the weekend, wrap some individual pieces for your closest peers/coworkers.

79. If someone seems upset at work for no reason, always assume that there is a possibility something is not going well at home, and be extra nice for no reason. Don’t pry, just be mentally aware and understanding. 

80. If you know of a friend/coworker/relative that is having a hard time with something, send them flowers to their home with a note that says, “just because”.

Be Kind for no reason 

81. If there is a new product that you just bought and loved - buy it for your friends.

82. Being kind means hosting a baby shower or wedding shower at your house/apartment 

83. Offer to organize your friends closet for them as a substitute for a gift .

84. If you know your friend is traveling to a particular region, send them a travel book for that region in the mail before their trip.

85. If you know your friend is looking to lose weight , offer to go hiking with them on the weekends and make sure you offer up your best healthy recipes and advice too.

86. Tag your friends in relative posts online so they know you are thinking of them, and so it is personalized.

87. If you happen to be in the neighborhood of your friend - text them and say - “hey i’m here do you want to meet up?” Be spontaneous! They will love it.

88. If you really want to go to a particular event, or concert, purchase two tickets. Start asking your friends if any of them would want to go . This way they don't feel pressured to pay and you have a side kick for your event!

89. If you are in a relationship but your friend is single, make sure to always schedule girl/guy only nights out!

Fun ways to be kind

90. Set someone up! If you know of two single people in your life and think they would be a great fit - say something! Your friend might be too shy to ask for it themselves, so offer it up.

91. If you know your friend is visiting a place that you have been to before - send them your itinerary and give them suggestions of the best things to do and what to avoid. 

92. Being kind means offering to style your fiend’s hair for an event.

93. If you know your friend is visiting town in a few weeks, book a restaurant / even ahead of schedule for the both of you.

94. Being kind means offering your spare room/bed for a friend visiting town, even if you know they are going to say no. It’s the gesture that counts.

95. If you win some money at a raffle - give some of it away to your friends just for fun!

96. Always offer help when you know someone is moving - everyone knows moving is hard and it’s just a few hours out of your time.

97. If you recently finished a book that you love, send it to your friend , and ask them to do the same when they are done.

98. Being kind means sharing an animal! If you want an animal but can’t afford one - share one with a friend! Share the responsibilities of the bills and the time .

99. If you know how to knit/sew, knit something for your friends during the holidays. It will give you a new fun task and they will love it as well.

100. Draw something new and give it to a friend!

101. Being kind means hosting a pot luck at your home!

102. Being kind means hosting a game night at your home.

103. At dinner, start up a conversation asking everyone to discuss their high’s and lows of the day. So they know you care, plus it starts a great conversation.

104. If your friend just started a business - kindly buy something from their business to show your support.

105. Being kind means offering up encouragement at every opportunity to your friends & relatives. Constantly compliment your friends so they feel their best.

106. If you are arguing with your friend, make sure to stop and emphasize the good things about your relationship, so you don’t get carried away with petty insignificant issues.

Being Kind to lovers

107. Being kind means paying for your friend/lover/relative’s dinner one night.

108. Being kind means texting your boyfriend/girlfriend each night with a simple “good night” or “just thinking of you”

109. If your girlfriend or boyfriend has been talking about something they have been really wanting to go to (like a restaurant) - surprise them one day and take them.

110. Being kind means surprising your girlfriend/boyfriend/friend with a spontaneous local inexpensive trip - to a nearby city with a resort, for the weekend.