Spreading positivity these days can be difficult. Our stress is high and our support is low, making it difficult for us to focus on anything but the negatives. Since today, June 1, is National Say Something Nice Day, we can spread kindness by saying something pleasant to others. Here are 70 things you can say today:
1. “I like your outfit.”
2. “Thank you for holding the door.”
3. “Sorry about holding the line up.”
4. “You’re a great person.”
5. “Thanks for waiting.”
6. “Nice purse.”
7. “Thanks for saving me a seat.”
8. “I know you’re tired, but hang in there.”
9. “I wish you the best for today and the future.”
10. “You seem like a kind person.”
11. “I hope you’re okay.”
12. “Take it easy.”
13. “Thanks for helping me.”
14. “Where did you get your headphones?”
15. “Where did you get your lipstick?”
16. “You seem very interesting.”
17. “I enjoy this conversation.”
18. “I’ve learned a lot from you.”
19. “You’ll do great things.”
20. “Enjoy your shift today.”
21. “Good luck on your exam.”
22. “Be careful out there.”
23. “Would you like some help?”
24. “Nice backpack.”
25. “Are you okay?”
26. “You got this.”
27. “I agree with you.”
28. “Is there anything I can do?”
39. “Thanks for everything.”
30. “Sorry if I offended you or anything.”
31. “You’re not what others think you are.”
32. “You inspire me.”
33. “I’m glad I met you.”
34. “You’re amazing.”
35. “The days will get better.”
36. “I want to let you know that there are rough days, but there are good days, too.”
37. “You seem very hardworking.”
38. “Do you need help with directions?”
39. “You’re very bright.”
40. “Please continue doing what you’re doing.”
41. “I love the work you do.”
42. “I want to learn more about ______, and I think I should ask you about it.”
43. “I hope it’s going well.”
44. “Don’t listen to people who say bad things about you.”
45. “Can you tell me more about this interest you have? I find it unique.”
46. “You’re so cool!”
47. “Wow, you surprised me a lot!”
48. “Never give up.”
49. “I’m hopeful that you’ll be amazing.”
50. “You made my day.”
51. “I appreciate you.”
52. “Not everything has to be right.”
53. “I want to learn from you.”
54. “You’re so funny.”
55. “That joke was amazing.”
56. “What’s meant to be is meant to be.”
57. “You have a good taste in movies.”
58. “I like your music playlist. Please share.”
59. “Where did you get your shoes? They’re so cool!”
60. “Travel safe.”
61. “You deserve a break.”
62. “You’re so talented.”
63. “You’re so humble.”
64. “Your struggles will prepare you.”
65. “I like your dance moves.”
66. “Give me a high five.”
67. “You’re very creative.”
68. “You’re so caring about others.”
69. “You’ll be great in life. There will always be barriers, but you can do it!”
70. “Have a great day.”
For National Say Something Nice, let’s remind ourselves to be kind to others. We don’t know what others are going through, so remember to tell the stranger next to you on the bus something nice today.
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