8 Gifts That Don’t Cost a Cent

The Gift of a cheerful disposition. The easiest way to feel good is to make others feel good.

The Gift of affection. Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends.

The Gift of laughter. Clip cartoons. Share great articles and funny stories. Your gift will say, “I love to laugh with you.”

The Gift of solitude. There are times when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Be sensitive to those times and give the gift of solitude to others.

The Gift of a written note. It can be a simple “I love you” or “Thanks for the help” note, or a full sonnet. A brief, handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime.

The Gift of a compliment. A simple and sincere “You look great in red,” “You did a super job,” or “That was a wonderful meal” can make someone’s day.

A Gift of listening. But you must really listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response. Just listening.

The Gift of a favor. Every day go out of your way to do something kind.

Everyone must work to live, but the purpose of life is to give and show compassion and the will to help others. Only then have we become true human beings.

“I have decided to let my life be my argument.” Albert Schweitzer