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Motivational Monday…No Matter How Small

 

 The significance of random acts of kindness, no matter how small, is a topic that we see often.

 

These acts, often from total strangers, surprise us. They make us smile  and give us hope that good people still exist.

 

This weekend I was in my local grocery store looking for an allergy spray. My store has digital coupons I have on my phone  so it’s paper free and easy to use. 

 

I noticed that some kind soul had placed a coupon from a newspaper flyer in front of the product for anyone finding it to use.

 

I didn’t need it since I had the same coupon (worth $5.00) on my phone but I wondered who placed it there. 

 

It doesn’t matter but it reminded me that every little thing we do, even if no one will know we do it…has an impact on others. 

 

 

The person who found the coupon may have truly needed it. And even if that $5 had no financial impact on them,  it could still serve as a meaningful reminder of the power of random acts of kindness.

 

A little thought and a little kindness are often worth more than a great deal of money. 
John Ruskin

 

Act with kindness but do not expect gratitude.
Confucius

 

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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Kathy... I've seen that often... people leaving coupons on the store shelf next to a product. In face, I've done it myself from time to time! I always hope it helps someone.

Jan 13, 2025 04:43 AM
Kathy Streib

Nina Hollander, Broker It made me think of the coupons I've tossed because I had digital coupons. If I can leave one for someone else to use, why not!!!

Jan 13, 2025 02:11 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Acts of kindness are amazing as they help both the giver and receiver. We should all be doing them!

Jan 13, 2025 04:46 AM
Kathy Streib

Kat Palmiotti i agree. It takes no time at all! I'm not going to go up and down every aisle leaving coupons but will leave them where I can. 

Jan 13, 2025 02:11 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Kathy,

Isn't it wonderful when these little acts of kindness are extended to others? It only took a few seconds but is such a nice gesture! 

Jan 13, 2025 05:32 AM
Kathy Streib

I agree Dorie Dillard Austin TX How much effort does it take and it may put a smile on someone's face!

Jan 13, 2025 02:16 PM
Patricia Feager
Flower Mound, TX

Kathy Streib - a little bit of kindness goes a long way. It's the little things that make a big difference in lives that need it. That's a good idea to leave unused coupons you no longer need or to stop throwing out unwanted coupons because someone else most likely would greatly appreciate saving money. As inflation gets worse and prices go up, we must share what we don't need instead of feeding the recycling. 

Great post! Very thoughtful and kind of you to write this one.  

Jan 13, 2025 05:37 AM
Kathy Streib

Hi Patricia Feager thank you for your very kind words. Prices are high!  It all adds up and if it shows others that people care, then it's worth everything. 

Jan 13, 2025 02:21 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Kathy. The value of a coupon you can't use may be priceless to someone else. Small acts of kindness bundled make big acts possible. Enjoy your day.

Jan 13, 2025 05:43 AM
Kathy Streib

Wayne Martin I love this "small acts of kindness bundled make big acts possible"   

Jan 13, 2025 02:23 PM
Doug Rogers
RE/MAX Coastal Properties - Destin, FL
Your Real Estate Resource!

I'm still surprise (and it makes my day) when someone ahead of me pays for my coffee. Humans can be awesome! 

Jan 13, 2025 05:55 AM
Kathy Streib

Doug Rogers I'll bet you walked around with a big smile on your face all day!!!!! 

Jan 13, 2025 02:24 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Kathy - while not everyone may see them, I find random acts of kindness "out there" in abundance.  Noticing such behavior is motivation in join in and be kinder.  

Jan 13, 2025 06:38 AM
Kathy Streib

Michael Jacobs I think once we take our focus off of "us"those random acts of kindness become more evident. 

Jan 13, 2025 02:25 PM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

I am not sure why more random acts of kindness do not happen. I think we are just so wrapped up in our own world.

Jan 13, 2025 06:49 AM
Kathy Streib

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty I agree. I believe in people and that they have good in them. Sometimes we're so focused on our world we forget about others. 

Jan 13, 2025 02:26 PM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Yes Kathy, Though it may seem insignificant, but every quiet gesture, even unseen, can touch others in meaningful ways!

Jan 13, 2025 07:22 AM
Kathy Streib

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 I often feel as if these quiet gestures of kindness impact people the most. 

Jan 13, 2025 02:29 PM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Kathy and Happy Monday and back in the day when I had a daily paper coming and there was always coupons in the Sunday paper, I would cut  them out and leave them in the stores for others that would use them.

 

Jan 13, 2025 08:52 AM
Kathy Streib

Will Hamm THAT is why you are such a good person!!!!!

Jan 13, 2025 02:30 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I like your quote selections. Let's continue to spread love and kindness every day.

 

Jan 13, 2025 11:51 AM
Kathy Streib

Roy Kelley Thank you. Hope that you and Chef Dolores are doing well. 

Jan 13, 2025 02:31 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy what that person did was simple, but yet it could have been the difference between someone being able to afford the product.  The next time we go to throw away a coupon we should consider doing what this person did instead.

Jan 13, 2025 12:43 PM
Kathy Streib

George Souto I agree. It's something I'd never thought about doing but I will now. 

Jan 13, 2025 02:32 PM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thanks, Kathy Streib, for sharing such a beautiful reminder about the power of small acts of kindness! Your insights not only inspire us to spread goodwill, but also highlight how meaningful gestures can truly brighten someone's day.

Jan 13, 2025 01:41 PM
Kathy Streib

Lew Corcoran Thank you. We all want to feel like we matter to others, even if we don't know them. 

Jan 13, 2025 02:33 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Kindness is truly a key to happiness for you and moi! It takes so little to make a difference and I for one so appreciate others kindness.

Jan 13, 2025 03:56 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Kathy:

Acts of kindness, no matter how large or small, can have such an impact on others. No one should hesitate to be kind, thinking that the act will not mean something to someone.

Jeff

Jan 13, 2025 07:57 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I have done that before, haha.  I always wondered if the coupon would actually get used or not.  I have taken a coupon into a store, but then decided not to purchase the item, so I left the coupon behind thinking that if someone else was wanting to purchase the item, they could use the coupon, haha.

Jan 14, 2025 04:35 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Kathy, I have seen this at the grocery store as well.   Maybe they decided they did not need this product.

Jan 14, 2025 09:00 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

I was in tears today watching a beautiful video Jimmy Kimmel played showing acts of kindness during the fires. People stepping forward and helping others is a beautiful thing to see.

Jan 14, 2025 06:52 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Kathy Streib  loved your post and how did I miss it? Confucious was spot on, Endre

Jan 14, 2025 09:16 PM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

I was on line at Starbucks this afternoon, running in for a cup of Blond Roast. The lady behind the counter who knows me saw me approaching and said...so sorry we are out of Blond Roast. I said, well then, surprise me. The guy in front of me thought that was so nice he bought my coffee...now that is a nice random act of kindness.

Jan 22, 2025 10:03 AM