During the holidays, we often remember that we should put our family and friends first instead of running like crazy in the rat race just to get more cheese (literal or metaphorical, you choose).
But the honest truth is that 2022 has been one of the worst years in recent memory. And many people are celebrating the holidays even though they are worried about war, sickness, or being poor. When things are hard, we need something to hold on to more than ever, something to remind us that there is hope, love, and goodness in the world.
We put together this list of the most inspiring and heartwarming Christmas posts to remind you that people are kind all around us. Scroll down and get ready to feel good about people again!
A British comedy writer and author of “The How of Happy” Ariane Sherine spoke about putting our loved ones first, how important it is to give them our full attention, and how to be kind.
On Christmas Eve, this man pulled eight people out of a bus that was on fire.
An incredible Christmas miracle.
The Amazon driver who brought me my package on Christmas Eve at 6 p.m.
For us, Christmas is a time to show our friends and family the love and care they deserve. People are very social, and acts of kindness are our main source of food and income. They keep us all together. Without selflessness and helping others, civilization as we know it would not exist. And it would be much harder to build trust if we didn’t give gifts to show how much we care.
Ariane, a writer, and expert on happiness, spoke on how to pay attention to what really matters in life. We were interested in what she had to say about how we can show how much we love our closest friends and family all year long, not just at Christmas.
It’s difficult as life often gets in the way. But I try to do something nice for my daughter each week,
the author of “The How of Happy” said. She does little, kind things like buy her daughter her favorite candy and write nice notes on their message boards.
This Year’s Star.
Cancer came fast and aggressive.
He had lymphoma. It spread fast causing him to go to liver failure.
Couldn’t do surgery, liver couldn’t handle chemo.
He was only 4…
He was the best boy.It will be quieter this Christmas without him….
Dogs are family
My first Christmas tree with my first boyfriend.
Kiwi Doesn’t Have Cancer and is Cone-free for Christmas.
It’s not the gift itself that’s important, but rather the thought and feelings behind it.
It doesn’t have to be an extravagant gift or gesture—something as small as a kindly note can lift their spirits. Also, pay attention to what they say and do and ask them about it. ‘How did the concert go?’ or, ‘Is your aunt feeling better now?’ shows that you care and listen to what they say,
Ariane said that our time and attention were very important. Not the price tag or the wrapping paper, but them.
This year, I lost my parents early on. My teacher is starting the adoption process, and here is an ornament she got for our new family.
This year, the police in New Zealand will wrap Christmas gifts for free.
Me getting cancer and dying in the spring versus me being happy and healthy and spending Christmas with my lovely family.
Ariane, who is a writer, was kind enough to explain why people give gifts in the first place
It’s a physical demonstration of our love and shows that we care about them. But again, gifts don’t have to be expensive—you can give the gift of time and effort instead,
she said.
We don’t have children yet, so my wife and I take our dog out to look at Christmas lights. He loves it very much.
I got a sewing machine for Christmas. I’ve never sewn before, so I’m happy with how it turned out.
My wife had to go on a six-week business trip, so I redecorated her room as a Christmas present. I can’t show it to anyone else until she gets back.
So you can make cards, a photo book, or fill a jar with scraps of paper containing happy memories or loving sentiments. Often these homemade gifts will mean more to the recipient than lavish presents,
she said what to do if we felt like we couldn’t think of any good gift ideas on our own.
My 14-year-old son made this coffee table as a Christmas gift for his sister and her boyfriend.
Merry Christmas to you and your family from West Oakland!
Pure joy.
Ariane explained how someone who doesn’t know where to start could learn to be kind and generous.
Like Ebenezer Scrooge? I think you need three ghosts to come and visit you on Christmas Eve!
she quipped, adding that it’s best to take small steps.
Maybe start with cards, then graduate to gifts and gestures. But one of the greatest gifts you can give is truly listening to people. Just giving them your time,
the author of ‘The How of Happy,’ said.
For Christmas, my family is getting together outside, but I can’t go (I Have Covid). My niece doesn’t want me to be alone, so she’s been standing by my window for 45 minutes.
After a friend kicked me out of their house 7 years ago, my mental health was in a bad place. I’ve been sober for 7 years, I’m in active recovery, and I have my first Christmas tree.
This is so good, we need more people like this in the world.
Maybe invite them round, make them a pot of their favorite tea and biscuits, and have a catchup? And then, if they invite you back to theirs, bring a thoughtful gift you know they’ll love,
Ariane said.
There are Newfoundlands at this Christmas tree farm that will carry your tree to your car for you.
For Christmas, my boyfriend gave me art supplies, but I’ve never painted before. I know this needs a lot of work, but this is my first painting, and I’m so happy with it.
This Christmas, I took in a family. They didn’t have enough money to buy their son a $12 Matchbox car. When I saw that their car had flat tires and missing lugs, I decided to help them out.
Dr. Fraser Watts, a priest, and psychologist discussed about the spirit of giving before.
He said that if we ever get a gift we don’t like, we should think about how our loved ones felt when they picked it out or made it. We should value the work they do more than the thing itself.
I used my late father-in-shirts law’s to make gnomes as gifts for my family. The man was crazy about Christmas and plaid, so…
