The Daily Quote podcast page The Great News Podcast page The Great News Letter Voicemail feedback line – 1-877-636-1474 CONTACT ME Welcome to The Daily Quote – a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern for November 13th... Now, today isn’t just any day – it’s World Kindness Day! This is a day that encourages us to perform acts of kindness, whether big or small, and to recognize the incredible impact they have on both the giver and the receiver. Sometimes, kindness feels like a rare gem in a fast-paced world, doesn’t it? We’re so often wrapped up in our own lives that we can forget the power of a simple, genuine act of kindness. To celebrate this spirit, I’ve chosen a quote that really embodies what kindness is all about. It comes from the Greek writer and philosopher Aesop, who said, “No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.”Let’s think about that. “No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” Sometimes, we worry about whether our small gestures even matter – like holding a door open or offering a smile to a stranger. But this quote reminds us that even the smallest acts are ripples that have their own quiet impact. And while it may seem like just a few seconds out of your day, those tiny moments can build up and make a real difference over time. Think about it: a single word of encouragement, or even a random compliment, could stay with someone for days, even weeks. Kindness isn’t always about the grand gestures. Sure, we may not all be able to donate thousands to charity, but we can all be the person who brightens someone’s day for a few moments – and that’s a power we all have. It’s like Aesop is giving us the ultimate free pass to go out there and spread kindness without reservation because none of it goes to waste. So, on this World Kindness Day, I want to challenge you to find one small way to be kind. Try sending a quick message to a friend you haven’t spoken to in a while, letting them know you’re thinking of them. Or, if you’re grabbing a coffee, maybe pay for the person behind you in line. No one’s keeping score, but remember – each little act can carry a lot more weight than we realize. Alright, that’s it from me today on The Daily Quote. I hope Aesop’s words encourage you to share a little extra kindness today. Thanks for spending a few minutes with me, and until next time, remember that kindness never goes to waste – not in your day, and certainly not in the world around you. See ya tomorrow for another Daily Quote