Origins
What does RAK stand for?
Random Acts of Kindness
What are the three concepts of Kindness?
Respect, caring, and helpfulness
Kind people have less of this stress hormone
Cortisol
You find these acts of kindness hidden in gardens and parks
Kindness rocks
What is the original day for RAK?
September 1st
What is a way to be kind to ourselves?
Practicing self care and self discipline
People who are kind produce these natural stress relievers.
Endorphins
This act of kindness can be anonymous and creative
Kindness Notes
What country did RAK originate from?
New Zealand
Respecting this is a way of being kind to people physically and emotionally.
Personal space and boundaries
Oxytocin
We can help veterans through RAK by doing this.
Writing cards, making care packages
What is RAK Day on in 2019?
February 17
What are 4 of the 12 Kindness Concepts?
Oxytocin increases these two components of well being.
Self esteem and optimism
We can be kind to the earth by doing this.
Picking up litter
What is the goal of RAK?
To make kindness the standard in every aspect of life.
Name all 12 Kindness Concepts
Assertiveness, Caring, Compassion, Fairness, Gratitude, Helpfulness, Integrity, Perserverance, Respect, Responsibility, Self-Care, Self-Discipline
Heal wounds, calms you down, and makes you feel happy
Being kind can also show gratitude. What is a small way to be kind every day?
Saying Thank You