🌿 Altruistic August: A Month of Kindness, Connection & Community
- Elliotts of Devon
- Aug 4
- 2 min read
Can you believe it’s August already?
As summer moves along, it’s easy to get swept up in the busyness of life. But what if we paused — just for a moment each day — to intentionally do something kind? That’s exactly the idea behind Altruistic August, part of the wonderful movement by Action for Happiness.
What Is Altruistic August?
Altruistic August is all about altruism: thinking of others, supporting your community, and spreading kindness through small daily actions.
The idea is simple: each day, try one suggested act of kindness. These aren’t grand gestures — just small ways to show care, connection, and gratitude.
Here are a few examples from this year’s calendar:
✅ Ask someone how they really feel and listen carefully to their reply
✅ Smile at people you see during the day
✅ Make something tasty for someone who’ll appreciate it
✅ Forgive someone who hurt you in the past
✅ Donate items to help a local charity
Every suggestion is designed to bring more positivity into your day — and to brighten someone else’s too.
Why Join In?
We’re living in a time when connection and compassion are more important than ever.
Research shows that helping others doesn’t just benefit them — it boosts your own wellbeing too.
Giving, sharing, and supporting others can:
🌿 Reduce stress
🌿 Improve your mood
🌿 Strengthen relationships
🌿 Help you feel more connected to your community
Whether you’re someone who thrives on daily routines or you’re just looking to sprinkle more kindness into your life, this calendar is an easy way to get started.
📅 The Altruistic August Calendar
Below is the Altruistic August 2025 calendar from Action for Happiness.
Each day, pick one action to try. Reflect on how it felt. Notice what changed — in you, in others, in your relationships. You might be surprised how powerful a smile, a message, or a moment of listening can be.
Ready to Start?
Let’s make August a month of kindness, connection, and community.
💛 One small action each day can make a big difference.
Join us in celebrating Altruistic August and let’s help make the world — and our lives — a little happier, kinder, and more connected.
📢 Want to get involved?
Visit Action for Happiness to find more resources, download calendars, or join their online community.
💬 We’d love to hear from you!
Have you tried any of these daily actions? Share your experience in the comments below.
