It’s surprising how the little things in life can make a big difference. Whether the person ahead of you in line pays for your coffee, your supervisor pops in to thank you for doing a great job, or someone waits to hold the door open for you when your arms were full, simple gestures can go a long way.

Challenge yourself to extend three small gestures each day and make someone else’s day a little bit brighter. You may find it brightens your day, too.

Learn more about the Morning Edition‘s latest employee of the week and how this exceptional employee goes out of his way to share positivity and brighten the days of others at a local hospital: CBC.ca “It’s more than just cleaning floors” says Morning Edition’s newest Employee of the Week

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