The chilly weather coupled with cases of cold and flu popping up around you might make you reluctant to venture out beyond the comforts of your home this season. But there are plenty of ways to take care of yourself and others while spreading a little extra love this season. And you can do all that, and still keep the germs at bay.
A Little Kindness Goes a Long Way
Small acts of kindness might seem—well, small—but they can make a big difference in the lives of everyone around you. If you have an elderly neighbor who is struggling to keep ice and snow off their sidewalk, offer to take care of it for them. Or maybe your spouse had a tough day at work, and needs some help with chores for the evening so they can unwind. Or maybe it’s just a simple act of telling a stranger they look nice today, or holding the door open for someone when you enter or exit a building. Small moments of kindness throughout the day won’t just help the people around you—they can benefit your own health, too! Kindness is great for your mental health, and studies have shown it boosts your own mood as well as lifting the spirits of others.
Show Love to Yourself by Staying Healthy.
While you’re out there making the world a better place, you can also do a few random acts of kindness for yourself. One of these might include scheduling important yearly exams, such as screenings, physicals, and mental health checks. Another might be getting your flu shot to keep yourself healthy and happy all season long.
No matter how you decide to celebrate the season, it’s up to all of us to be the kind of person we hope to encounter in the world, and that starts with offering one act of kindness at a time—and probably washing your hands after you open that door for somebody. To schedule an appointment, find a doctor that works for you.
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