Today's Kindness #518: October 3, 2025

☺️ Smile ☺️

Today is World Smile Day, a celebration created by Harvey Ball, the artist behind the classic yellow smiley face. He wanted to remind people that kindness begins with something small and universal. A smile can brighten a stranger's day, offer comfort, or remind someone that they're not alone.

World Smile Day is a perfect time to share joy wherever you go. Whether it's smiling at someone on your walk to class, sending a quick message to make a friend laugh, or simply choosing to see the good in today, those small moments of kindness can have a big impact.

It also happens to be the release day for Taylor Swift's new album, The Life of a Showgirl. The album sparkles with emotion, storytelling, and joy. Much like a smile, Taylor's music reminds us that vulnerability and happiness can exist together. It celebrates all the little moments that make life theatrical, heartfelt, and real. As she says, "Baby, that's show business for you."

So today, smile big, be kind, and let the world see the light you bring.

"And you've got a smile that could light up this whole town."

~ Taylor Swift