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Small Ways To Be Kind Heading Into The New Year

Small Ways to be Kind | Graphic by Kayli Thompson | The Wright State Guardian


As 2020 comes to a close, many can agree that this year has been rough, between a global pandemic, political unrest, and financial strain. The 2020 holiday season is bound to be just as stressful, so consider these small ways you can be kind to make the season a little merrier.  

What is kindness? 

Kindness is often thought of as grand gestures, however, kindness can simply be defined as respect and compassion for others. 

Kindness can be as simple as holding the door open for someone, giving someone a nice compliment, or being patient and respectful in public. With the pandemic, kindness is even wearing a mask in public to protect others. 

Essential workers  

Every year around the holidays, essential workers are busy with filling orders, doing services, and keeping your family healthy. 2020 has been especially difficult for them, so consider some kind ways you can thank these hard workers. 

If you have the financial means, consider small ways you could help essential workers whose services are often used. For example, tipping food workers, stylists and delivery drivers a little extra is a great way to show kindness.  

If there is a service worker whom you know, like a mail person, you could also consider giving them a small gift, or leaving a snack on the front porch– minding covid safety of course.   

Even if you don’t have the financial means, there are still ways you can show your gratitude. One of these is writing thank you notes. Handwritten notes are a great way to show your appreciation to those around you.  

Kindness to self  

During the holiday season, many put their loved ones and others before themselves, which is a good thing, however, do not forget your own mental health.  

2020 has been a stressful year for all, so be kind to not only those around you but be kind to yourself.  


Jamie Naylor

Editor-in-Chief

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