The beauty of kindness is it’s easy to practice. We encounter numerous opportunities during an ordinary day. For example: Hold a door open for someone. Offer a pleasant greeting to people you encounter, whether it is a smile, nod or comment. People appreciate being acknowledged. Thank people who help you. I personally thank cashiers by name. This has surprised a few, who then asked how I knew their name. I respond, I read your name tag. This usually results in us sharing a laugh.

I challenge everyone who reads @jaynie’s post today to consciously perform acts of kindness today. Then return tomorrow and leave her a comment telling her about one act of kindness you performed.

Together we can show @jaynie the power of her words and make the world a little more pleasant by practicing kindness.