7 Things You Should Never Stop Doing for Other People

I'll admit, I'm a sucker. I love cute things, I am obsessed with any and all things sentimental and I will remember a small act or sweet note much longer than I will remember or be grateful for an extravagant gift. So in the spirit of being ridiculously cheesy I thought I would share a few things that I love, whether I'm doing them, or they're being done for me, the message is still the same and very important. Enjoy.

1) NEVER stop saying "I love you"
          This is where I get really cheesy. I will never go to bed or say goodbye to someone I love without telling them that I do. The way I see it, every day is a gift and nothing is guaranteed so take the time to tell people how much you care because that might be the last thing you ever say to them.

2) Hug people when they need it.
           Regardless of if they're a crying girl upset over nothing, a man who refuses to show emotion, or someone who is just really happy and wants someone to share that with, hug them. Don't let them fight you. Hug them. Because even if they don't want to admit they're upset, the gesture on your part will make a piece of them feel better. Plus, who doesn't love hugs?

3) Don't ever underestimate the power of a good surprise!
            We all love surprises, if you say you don't, you're lying. You just don't like knowing you're going to be surprised and being kept out of the loop. So do it the right way and don't tell them, just surprise them! It doesn't matter what it's for, birthdays, anniversaries, or just because. Surprises are a great way of showing someone you care about them and it always brightens their day, everything is better unexpected.

4) Giving "Get Well Soon" baskets.
            This doesn't need to be over done, but if your loved one is feeling under the weather, swing by the Dollar Tree, get some medicine, tissues, candy and a good movie for them to enjoy until they get better. It's sweet and shows that you genuinely care about that person, especially if you're willing to go out of your way for them.

5) Sharing Secrets.
           Talk! There's nothing I love more than a deep heart felt conversation, (girly I know) but you can't say that you don't love them too! Tell me what you want to do with your life, tell me your secrets, explain something to me that's important to you, I don't care what it is, but talk. You'll be surprised at how far you get and how much closer you'll become. Trust me.

6) Be nice to strangers.
           You never know how you're going to affect someone's day. Smile at people, say hello, be polite, but be genuine. Care about everyone. Think about a stranger as someone with a family that cares about them, someone with a life, and not just someone you pass on the street, sometimes we become to self absorbed to notice those around us and you could really make a difference for someone else.

7) Encourage people.
            If you see someone struggling, encourage them. Doesn't matter what it is that they're having a hard time with, and you don't necessarily have to make a huge speech on the matter or anything, but just something small. A simple, "praying for you today," or "you're doing a great job" anything like that, people need reassurance. Plain as that. Help each other.

Above all, just be the type of person you would want your kids to come across, whether you have them or not. Be the type of person you would want to greet your parents in public, or just be the type of person you would want to encounter on a daily basis. Make a habit out of caring for others and see how far it gets you. I bet you'll be surprised. ;)

Good luck!
Love,
Kayla.