Charity begins at home

Little acts of kindness go a long way

Some things we can incorporate into our daily life choices will add a droplet of goodness to the ocean of those who need a helping hand and all actions will only bring positive reactions back.

For the less fortunate

• Avoid bargaining with the vendors while buying from local markets.
• Give away some groceries and essential items to your house-help on a weekly/monthly basis. Fishing out an extra 500–1000 every month will feel nothing but will change the entire month’s ration for them.
• Someone you know is working hard to make ends meet and provides a service you need — give them a shot whenever possible.
• Help their kids with stationery

For the environment

• Bring reusable bags with you when shopping at malls or supermarkets
• Avoid using disposable items at parties
• Start gifting plants and small gardening items like seed packets
• Pick sustainable options like metal straws and degradable toothbrushes.

For yourself — the often-ignored

• Schedule 10–30mins with your thoughts
• Start your day with a plan and a positive mind
• End the day with gratefulness and time off the screen
• Exercise 4–5 times a week. Gifting yourself physical and mental wellbeing is priceless.

For those around you

• Make complimenting a habit — often it makes someone’s day and week
• Be responsive when someone reaches you asking for a listening ear
• Make it a routine to call someone you love every day. More often than ever, both need to hear a familiar voice.