30 ways to spread a smile!

1 Post a lovely letter to a family member or friend who means lot to you, telling them exactly why you’re grateful to have them in your life. Receiving such a beautiful sentiment th the letter box will make their da rough ay!

2Send a text message to someone you haven’t been in touch with for a while, just to let them know that you’re thinking about them. Or, better still, ring them for a catch-up chat!

3 With spring just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to have a clear-out of your kitchen cupboards and larder. Donate in-date but unwanted tinned foods and unopened products to your local food bank to help others.

4 Offer up your seat on a crowded bus or train to someone who may need it more.

5 Jot down happy or loving messages on colourful sticky notes and sneak them into your family and friends’ bags and books to spring a cheerful surprise on them when they least expect it.

6 Pop in to see an elderly neighbour and check if they need help with anything. Whether it’s fetching some shopping, helping clean up the house or garden, or the simple joy of company and a cuppa, your visit could make their day. You never know how lonely someone might be feeling.

7 Handy with a crochet hook and a ball of yarn? Create a cheerful postbox topper for your community, or make little teddy bears and stuffed animals to donate to your local children’s ward.

8Something as simple as dropping off a homemade dinner can make all the difference to a struggling new mother or a friend who is going through a tough time, and aren’t perhaps looking after themselves as best as they should.

9 Leave a few treats outside your front door for the hardworking delivery and postal workers who drop off packages and mail. Make up a basket of refreshing drinks and tasty treats to help fuel them on a busy day!

10Do you love to bake but are watching your waistline or struggle to eat all the fruits of your labour? Put your extra cakes, loaves and sweet treats to good use by gifting them to a vulnerable neighbour, local social group or grateful co-workers.

11 Consider picking up an extra tin or two of pet food next time you shop for your furry friend and donate the surplus to your local animal shelter or pet food bank. Visit