Kindness Challenge: Day 2

Today is all about self-kindness. We challenge you to reflect, rethink and recharge so you can be the best version of you! 

kindness challenge day two

Your Challenge: Be Kind To Yourself!

The way we talk to ourselves can have a big impact on our mental health. Sometimes our thoughts about ourselves can be our biggest bully. That is why being kind to ourselves is just as important as being kind to others. When we take the time to recharge and practice positive thinking, we're better people.

Self-Kindness Ideas

Here are some ideas on how you and your kids can show some self-kindness today:

  1. 1
    List the reasons you are awesome. Whether it’s a grocery list or a to-do list, we all make lists from time to time. Today, make a list of the things you love about yourself or things you are proud of. Consider making it a daily habit! Whether you talk about it at the dinner table or end every day by listing three things that you enjoy about yourself or that you’re proud of, you might be surprised at what you come up with.
  2. 2
    Take time to pause and notice your self-talk. Notice if you are being too critical or mean to yourself. We can be our own worst enemies. Would you talk this way to a friend? Remember, our emotions come from how we think, so it’s important you take the time to notice what is on your mind. It may help to write down some of those negative thoughts and come up with a positive way to talk back to those thoughts.
  3. 3
    Schedule down time today. Between work/school, family, friends and everyday responsibilities, some weeks it can be hard to find a spare moment. Block time in your schedule today to be mindful for at least 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    Do something simply because you enjoy it. For example, read a book or ask someone to read to you, spend time watching your favorite show, or listening to music or a podcast.
  5. 5
    Move your body! Physical activity helps your body and mind feel happy! Take a walk as a family, dance together, or do something fun outside.

KMHF 5-Day Kindness Challenge

Our Kindness Challenge gives kids fun, simple ways to show generosity and consideration to themselves and those around them. Together, we can spread kindness one small act at a time.

Kindness Kits for Classrooms

BEST SUITED FOR ELEMENTARY-AGED STUDENTS

You can deliver kindness to classrooms and schools across the country. For every $30 donation, we will send a Kindness Kit to a classroom in the U.S.

Sponsor a Classroom

$30 provides a full kit to a school in need.

Donate a Kit

Are you an Educator?

Request free kits for your school.

Request a Kit

Share Your Kindness

Are you participating in the Kindness Challenge? Spread kindness further by sharing with others on social media! Create a post and tag #KidsMentalHealthFoundation.