Home » Your Health » 11 Random Acts of Kindness on the International Day of Peace

11 Random Acts of Kindness on the International Day of Peace

By: Emily Lockhart on Wednesday, September 21st

Today is the International Day of Peace! And what better way to better the world than with a few random acts of kindness.

Science tells us that spreading peace and kindness to others has some positive mind-body benefits. For instance, Dr. David R. Hamilton, ex-scientist and best-selling author of the book, Why Kindness is Good for You, explains that “On a biochemical level, [good deeds] elevated levels of the brain’s natural…endogenous opioids [i.e., dopamine] and create a natural high, known as ‘Helper’s High’.” Random acts of kindness are also extremely contagious, meaning if we’re kind to our fellow beings, we inspire others to be kind in an amazing ripple effect that spreads outwards…

1. Feed a Stranger’s Meter

See a vehicle with an expired parking meter—do a nice deed and feed that meter a few quarters.

You never know what could possibly of held that person up, and they will greatly appreciate not coming back to a parking ticket.

parking meter

Physical Symptoms of Mental Illnesses

They say when the mind suffers the body cries out, and there's truth based in medical science.

Your Health
Tips To Help You Through The Grieving Process

Grief can come in many forms—a breakup in a relationship, a dead pet, or the loss of a close family member.

Your Health
Breaking Down 13 Facts About a Nervous Breakdown

People often throw around the words "nervous breakdown" to describe a reaction to stress, but what does that term really mean?

Your Health
Telltale Traits of a Sociopath

Sociopathy is a mental health condition that is believed to affect approximately 1 to 4 percent of adults, and is more common in women than in men, although some researchers argue...

Your Health
8 Bizarre Impulse Behaviors Found Worldwide

When we think of addictions, our minds usually gravitate towards a few things in particular.

Your Health
8 Healthy Ways to Boost Your Confidence

If your self-esteem is your engine, then your confidence is the transmission that puts it into motion (we just made that up).

Your Health
8 Everyday Realities for People Living with Anxiety Disorder

Anxiety is a widespread problem affecting approximately 40 million people in the United States alone.

Your Health
7 Simple Self-Care Tips to Boost Mood and Health

It seems we all take the time to care for our children, pets, homes and also our vehicles, but many of us are forgetting to take care of ourselves.

Your Health
6 Ways Friendship Improves Our Health

Friendships are one of the most important facets of life. Friends can enhance and help us celebrate the best times—from weddings to graduations and new careers—as well as help...

Your Health
7 Cognitive Behavioral Techniques to Help Reframe Your Thinking

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often used by therapists to help people overcome their negative thinking patterns and replace them with healthier, more positive thoughts.

Your Health
7 Facts on Mental Health Awareness for Mental Health Week

This week, May 2 to 6, 2016, marks Mental Health Week in Canada. We use this week as a means to open the discussion surrounding mental health in our country and around the world.

Your Health
6 Life Problems Losing Weight Will Never Fix

I, like many people out there, used to tell myself that I’d be happier, more successful, more confident, and more in love…if I just lost weight.

Your Health
All the Rage: 8 Facts on What, Where, and Why Out of Control Anger Occurs

Anger is a normal human emotion. It signals that something that is wrong or not working well. It’s how you process these feelings and what you do with them that counts.

Your Health
10 Ways to Assess Suicide Risk using the "SADPERSONS" Scale

Suicide is a major public health concern. It ranks 10th as the leading cause of death for all ages. In the United States alone, suicide accounts for one death every 12.3 minutes.

Your Health
6 Steps for Healthier Decision Making

All of us have struggled at one time or another with making decisions. Whether simple, such as deciding between chicken or fish for dinner or more complex such as whether or not to...

Your Health