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10 Easy Acts of Kindness

Differences have divided our nation, creating a chasm few want to bridge, but these ten simple acts can start a chain reaction that leads to healing.

Emma Claire Glassie
Nov 22, 2016
Daphne, Alabama
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10 Easy Acts of Kindness
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Differences have divided our nation, creating a chasm few want to bridge. Many stand rooted in their opinions, pain, and slander, not willing to move an inch. In particular, Facebook has turned into a battleground, red and blue splattered everywhere. And while some people believe their candidate won this election, with our nation divided, did anyone really win? If our nation stands divided then we all lose. Somehow, we have to find a way to band together, as one people. And it is possible for us to be one people with different opinions, beliefs, religions, political parties, cultures, traditions, etc., but we first have to bridge the chasm. Small acts of kindness, though seemingly insignificant, will begin the process of healing our nation.

Listed below are easy, simple ways to start to bridge the gap.

1. Remember People's Names


2. Bring Someone Coffee


3. Write Meaningful Letters and Notes


4. Pay It Forward

5. Compliment Others


6. Spend Time at a Nursing Home


7. Open Doors for Others


8. Cook for Your Neighbors


9. Smile at Others


10. Tip Your Waiter/Waitress


Ultimately, the first steps to unity are showing people you care and putting others above yourself. The little things turn into big things that change lives. And those little things will also change your heart. Life is not about what you can get, but rather, what you can give. And these ten little things can make the world a better place and stitch the tear that divides our nation.

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