Kindness
Engaging in acts of kindness boosts mental health by fostering feelings of fulfilment, connection, and purpose, promoting a positive mindset and reducing stress.
On this page, you can find a range of tips and ideas to help you with kindness.

Tips and information
Kindness and Mental Health from the Mental Health Foundation
Kindness Matters Guide from the Mental Health Foundation
The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation
Your 5 ways to Wellbeing from Health in Mind
The 5 Side Effects of Kindness
Why Random Acts of Kindness Matter to Your Well-being from Psychology Today
Acts of Kindness
- Compliments: Boost your own and others’ spirits by offering compliments to friends, loved ones, and even yourself through affirmations or acknowledging positive aspects in the mirror.
- Quality Time: Foster better connections by spending time with loved ones or practicing self-care. Allocating time for yourself promotes positivity.
- Smile: Share positivity by smiling at strangers, spreading joy without expecting anything in return. The simple act can be infectious in a positive way.
- Offer Help: Extend a helping hand by assisting someone in need, but always prioritize “Kindness with consent” by first offering assistance and co-collaborating to understand their specific needs.
- Chat: Engage in conversation with others to promote social connection, but ensure confidence in mutual consent. Striking up a conversation with someone new might lead to unexpected connections.
- Check-In: Show kindness by asking others how they are and holding space for their responses. A simple check-in can be a vital lifeline for someone feeling isolated.