Fifteen Good Deeds You Can Do Today

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By K. Ray, published Sep 25, 2007
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I'm a firm believer in doing good deeds. I'm a naturally kind and compassionate person, and I believe that every negative experience in life can result in something positive. As my content producer motto says, what goes around, comes around. One good turn deserves another, and if more people would do good deeds on a regular basis, this trend would keeping on going. A chain reaction of good deeds would occur, and people would be kinder, more patient, more understanding, and more tolerant of others who share our magnificent planet.

Although many of the following good deeds are really nothing more than examples of good manners, sometimes we all need reminders. Instead of focusing on the negative things in life and our own personal problems, focus on what you can do for others, and do good deeds as often as possible. The good deeds you do for others will come back to you in many ways. Besides providing a good feeling that only comes from being kind to others, you will create a positive chain reaction of good deeds. The following 15 good deeds which are listed in no particular order, are easy ways to do nice things for animals as well as people, and you can begin today.

1. If you read an article you find helpful or enlightening, take the time to leave a positive comment. Many Associated Content writers and visitors leave positive, encouraging comments on a regular basis, but some don't bother. Take the time to read at least one article per day, and if you appreciate an article, let the writer know.

2. Do you have books you no longer want or need? Don't just throw them away. Do good deeds by donating those books to your local library or elder care facility. Everyone has books they no longer want or need, and someone else would love to read those books.

3. Have you ever been short a penny or two and ended up with a pocket full of change? Leave your extra pennies in the penny container at your local gas station. You might need one or two someday. Those who are generous and do good deeds will be rewarded in many ways.

One good turn deserves another, and if more people would do good deeds on a regular basis, this trend would keeping on going.

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Posted on 01/20/2008 at 1:01:20 PM

 
... and, I rated your article a five :P

Posted on 10/11/2007 at 11:10:00 AM

 
Very refreshing to read such a positive article. I second the recycling rather than throwing things away :)

Posted on 10/11/2007 at 11:10:00 AM

 
Excellent article!! Bravo!! :-) These are all things that we all can do so easily!!

Posted on 10/04/2007 at 3:10:00 PM

 
Hi there! Enjoyed your article and think you have some very good ideas!

Posted on 10/04/2007 at 10:10:00 AM

 
Love it! Great article; great ideas.

Posted on 10/04/2007 at 9:10:00 AM

 
What a wonderful article this is and so uplifting. Goes alone with what Oprah is always saying, do something nice for someone everyday. Very nice

Posted on 09/30/2007 at 5:09:00 PM

 
Cute ideas all!

Posted on 09/30/2007 at 12:09:00 PM

 
some excellent ideas.

Posted on 09/27/2007 at 10:09:00 AM

 
thanks so much for the lovely inspiring ideas. i am mostly like you and i feel great about it. always a smile will be returned even by the haughtiest being and it goes a long way too!

Posted on 09/27/2007 at 9:09:00 AM

 
This is very uplifting and refreshing. Thanks for sharing it with us!

Posted on 09/27/2007 at 2:09:00 AM

 
Good ideas!

Posted on 09/27/2007 at 2:09:00 AM

 
Great ideas. Thank You fer sharin'. ;-}}>

Posted on 09/26/2007 at 10:09:00 PM

 
Great suggestions - and I did number one in a heartbeat!

Posted on 09/26/2007 at 10:09:00 PM

 
Excellent article and great ideas. Thanks for sharing :-)

Posted on 09/26/2007 at 10:09:00 PM

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