A random act of kindness is an unexpected act of charity or helpfulness and is often done for a stranger. The term refers to selfless acts, both large and small, that are committed unexpectedly, without prompting and with no apparent ulterior motive.
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The term random act of kindness is generally attributed to Anne Herbert who wrote, "Practice kindness and senseless acts of beauty" on a restaurant place mat.
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