Now that the kids are growing up and you’re entering a new phase of life, you might be looking for ways to make a difference or have a bigger impact on the world around you.  As we often say, having a sense of purpose and meaning not only leads to more happiness, but also better health and a longer life.  Sometimes the easiest way to have an impact on the world around you is simply performing a small act of kindness. On today’s episode of The Life after Kids Podcast, we’re having a discussion on the power of small acts of kindness and how they can have a big influence on not just your life, but other people's lives as well. Key Takeaways:Kindness can be as simple as a smile, a kind word, or a small gesture.Take time to ask others how they are, make eye contact, and really listen.Call your grocery store clerk or server by name. Hold the door open for people. Let someone behind you in the checkout line, who has far fewer items than you, go ahead of you.Engage with and make time for your elderly neighbor.Modeling kindness for younger generations is important.If you’re struggling in this phase of life because you’re lamenting the kids growing up, your hormones are raging, or you’re under a lot of stress, sometimes one of the best ways to lighten your emotional load is by taking the focus off your own struggles, instead, turning your attention to the needs of somebody else.   Remember, you  can have a big impact on other people's lives and on the world in general, just by doing the simplest things…kindness does, in fact, matter.Timestamp Summary | 0:00:30  | Importance of small acts of kindness | 0:01:57  | Impact of small acts of kindness on others | 0:03:11  | Story about the power of small actions | 0:04:27  | Impact of small acts of kindness on teens and young adults | 0:05:48  | Examples of small acts of kindness: eye contact, listening | 0:07:13  | Challenge to do one small act of kindness a day | 0:08:06  | Leading with a servant heart | 0:08:50  | Importance of acknowledging and connecting with strangers | 0:09:31  | Power of small acts of kindness to change lives | 0:10:20  | Small acts of kindness can have a big impact | 0:11:08  | Examples of small acts of kindness | 0:12:44  | Setting intentions and priorities for small acts of kindness | 0:13:26  | Praying to be a servant and help others | 0:14:04  | Parents as role models for small acts of kindness | 0:15:11  | Taking the focus off oneself to help others | 0:16:56  | Using negative energy to positively impact others | 0:17:31  | Recognizing the importance of small acts of kindness | 0:18:47  | "Kill them with kindness" as a strategy for dealing with negativity | 0:20:15  | Negative energy and the importance of diffusing it | 0:21:02  | The power of words and kindness | 0:21:41  | Kindness in action, not just lip service | 0:22:35  | Changing behavior and being an example | 0:23:02  | Importance of small acts of kindness and treating others with love use AFTERKIDS15! for 15% off your purchase at www.ryzesuperfoods.com Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids! If you like what you hear please rate and review the podcast, hit subscribe, and pass it along to a friend. Making tomorrow even better than today, Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne PS... Don't forget to follow us! Instagram Facebook Tik Tok