Day of spontaneous manifestation of kindness (17/02)

Random Acts of Kindness Day, celebrated around the world annually on February 17, — is one of the recent initiatives of international charities.

This holiday traces its history back to the United States, but today it is already of global significance and is celebrated regardless of citizenship, nationality and religious beliefs.

It is best known in Western countries, where on this Day many cities traditionally host charity events and marathons, in which famous actors, public and political figures take part.

In Russia, this holiday is still little known, although a number of companies are organizing various charity events for this day. The main thing on this day, as the organizers urge, is to try to be kind to everyone. And not just kind, but kind limitlessly and selflessly.

Remember, if a person expects gratitude for his kindness, this cannot be considered true kindness. You should not expect to witness the joy of others and hear their praise.

Good deeds in themselves should please you, and in doing so, by giving something to others or helping them, you should not expect a reward. Such is real kindness. To be kinder and not skimp on kindness — is the message of today. By the way, in a number of countries, events dedicated to the date are held not for one day, but as part of an entire Week of Spontaneous Exercise of Kindness.

Few in our turbulent times are capable of such a «feat» — in a state of fatigue and irritation from pressing worries, we increasingly indifferently pass by other people’s problems until they touch us. Then we look for support and participation from people for whom «selfless help», «mercy» and «responsiveness» — are not just words, but the meaning of life that has become a calling.



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