Upon seeing their idea take off, group posters quickly shared an article from Mashed, with one member linking to the piece and writing, "We're in the news! [flower emoji]" (via Facebook). Another member follows up, noting, "We are a force for happiness [smile emoji, heart emoji]." Enjoying both this simple idea as well as all the enthusiasm, another poster comments, "It is great that such a gesture is a blessing to someone who is not expecting anything but getting groceries! The price tag for kindness is truly priceless!! Ladies and gentlemen you are amazing."
This low-cost but effective way to share joy may bring more than just the warm fuzzies. Science actually shows that practicing gratitude can have benefits to your social-emotional, mental, and physical health (via Nationwide Children's). So while a few people aren't on board or have had less positive experiences, the chances for joy are high. Describes another member, "This community has been very positive to be proud of! Nothing like making someone you dont know smile and brightening their day! However the feeling you are left with the entire rest of your day or even week means so much more to the giver of this simple act. With all the negativity in our world to think one little act can grow to be overwhelming positive is something pretty remarkable [heart emoji]."
In other words, take a moment to spread kindness and joy in your community today.
