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What does it mean?
Daily small acts of kindness and smiles can make a significant positive impact on the world.
In plain terms
Ask daily what you did to help others; simple acts like smiles have great strength.
What can you take from it?
Underestimate the power of small daily acts of kindness and smiles.

Where it applies

  • daily reflection
  • community interaction
  • mood enhancement

Putting it to work

  • Smile often
  • Do small good
  • Reflect daily

Questions to consider

  • What small act changed your day?
  • How do you make the world better daily?

Another view

Small acts may not solve systemic issues alone.

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