5 Feel Good Things to Do Today

Though it’s nice to be on the receiving end of a kind gesture, the real reward comes from doing something nice and unexpected for someone else, even if that someone else is a stranger!  Here are some fun, simple ideas on ways to brighten someone else’s day and yours as well.

-      Smile at everyone you make eye contact with today. 

In our current hurry up and go society, common pleasures such as receiving a warm smile from a stranger seem to be few and far between.  You can help change this rut of a cycle American’s are stuck in by setting an example.  I challenge you to smile at each person you make eye contact with today. As simple as the challenge sounds you may be surprised at just how difficult it is to do this with each and every person that you make eye contact with in one entire day.  I’m not just talking about the friendly neighbor that you wave hello to every morning on your way to work, but also that person you glance over at in the car next to you at the stoplight or the person you pass as you enter the supermarket.  You may be pleasantly surprised at the reaction you get back. 

- Donate items to a local animal shelter. 

Blankets, towels and pet food are a welcome addition to any donation box at animal shelters.  Swing by on your lunch hour and drop off a box of items and be confident that all those frightened animals will appreciate your thoughtfulness.  Or, better yet, donate money to a shelter so that necessary supplies can be purchased.  Don’t have one in your area?  Not a problem.  Many animal shelters now have websites and except donations online.  So, even if you don’t have an animal shelter near you, you can always find one online that accepts electronic monetary donations via PayPal.  After all, homeless animals are everywhere.  Your donation, big or small, near or far will go to good use, not to mention that donating is tax deductible as well.

- Pay their fee.