I thought about titling this post “The 12 Deeds of Christmas” but that sounded so cheesy to me. In a nutshell though, that’s essentially what I’m setting out to do…12 random (or not so random) acts of kindness done in the holiday spirit. I think that it can be a lot easier to get involved with your community and do things to give back if you’re actively involved in a church, but since I’m not, I decided why not create my own opportunities to help others? A couple weeks ago I wrote out a list of ten things that I have already planned to do this Holiday season and left two spots open ended for spontaneous giving. I would love to encourage my clients and friends to also participate! You can join in on some of the things I’m doing, or you can come up with your own ideas based on things you’re passionate about. I’d love to hear about how you guys plan to give back this season (and year round) so feel free to share in the comments!

1. Write holiday cards to soliders overseas
2. Donate coats we aren’t using
3. Leave encouraging notes in public places for other people to find
4. Buy kitty treats and food to take to the SPCA
5. Donate children’s books. (Barnes and Noble has a program going that makes this easy!)
6. Make holiday cards for kids in hospitals
7.  Spend a day volunteering (I’m still researching this one)
8. Donate money to a local charity (If you want to follow along, pick any charity that means something to you! I think I’m going to pick something that benefits animals)
9. Buy lunch for a homeless person
10. Pay for someone elses’s lunch or coffee
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