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Make the World a Better Place By Completing one of These Acts of  Kindness 

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Lynn chapter.

Delaney Smith  

In a busy world full of chaos, acts of kindness act as rays of hope, reconnecting us with  our humanity. An act of kindness is powerful and creates a ripple effect that can pass through a  community. Kindness has mental, physical and social benefits, but most importantly plays a  profound role in shaping a melodic society.  

20 Acts of Kindness  

1. Hold the door for the person behind you 

2. Give a compliment to a stranger 

3. Write a thank you note to someone who has made a positive impact on  your life 

4. Volunteer at a non-profit organization 

5. Offer your friend without a car, a free ride 

6. Call a family member or friend and tell them how much you love them

 7. Donate your old belongings 

8. Mow your neighbor’s lawn 

9. Pick up a piece of trash  

10. Lend your favorite book to your friend 

11. Write a positive review for your favorite local business 

12. Share your umbrella on a rainy day  

13.Help your classmates on an assignment they are struggling with  

14.Leave a positive comment on someone’s social media post 

15.Plant a tree 

16.Donate blood 

17.Smile at a stranger 

18.Write a thoughtful letter to a teacher 

19.Offer advice and share your expertise with children 

20.Be a shoulder to cry on for someone who is struggling 

Acts of kindness with a sincere intention, whether big or small, can create a huge  difference. Kindness can increase your self-esteem, empathy and mood. Practice  the art of kindness and choose one act from the above list to complete today. If you do, you are guaranteed to release happiness hormones for both yourself, and others.

Delaney is currently continuing her education as a sophomore pursuing Multimedia Journalism. While at Lynn, she is also a member of the women's lacrosse team. Her favorite color is pink and brown, favorite movie is Good Will Hunting and her favorite food is sweet potatoes. She is passionate about helping others, writing, and fashion. Her free time is mostly spent on the beach swimming in the salty waves.