February can be a really tough month. It’s cold. It’s dark all the time. The winter spirit has DEFINITELY worn off by now. And everywhere you look people are celebrating love. Which we are 100% on board with, but it can be hard for a lot of people. February is the season of love, but it’s easy to get so caught up in the winter blues (+ Valentine’s love for your special someone) that you don’t notice the people in your life who could use some cheer.
That’s why we’re inviting you to participate in our 14 Days of Love challenge! For the first 14 days of February, we challenge you to show love to ONE person. Any person! It doesn’t have to be a huge gesture. From a simple text message to a surprise trip to visit, every gesture has the potential to make someone’s day (there are no acts of kindness too small!).
14 People to Celebrate this February
For this challenge, you can show love to anyone, but here’s a little inspiration to get you started:
- Your grandparent
- Friends you haven’t talked to in a while
- Neighbors
- Siblings
- Coworkers
- Mail Carrier
- In-laws
- Nieces and Nephews
- Your friends’ kiddos
- Barista at your favorite coffee place
- That relative you haven’t seen since the last reunion
- Best Friends
- Mentors
- Your pets
How to Celebrate People this Season
The sky’s the limit on how you participate in this challenge! All it takes is a smile to a stranger on the street, a text to your Mother-in-Law, a handwritten note in your child’s lunchbox, or a small gift in the mail to one of your favorite people. Looking for ideas? Here are a few of our favorite small acts of kindness:
- Send a happy note or card
- Reach out on social media
- Invite them to lunch
- Give them a call or FaceTime them
- Deliver homemade cookies
- Send a just because gift
- Make them their favorite meal
- Buy them coffee
- Wave when you see them
- Be a good listener
- Offer to watch their favorite show with them
- Thank them for everything they do for you
- Hold the door
- Offer to help babysit for a friend
- Send more photos to your parents or grandparents
Why Participate in the Challenge?
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for your main squeeze. It’s for best friends, and parents, and grandparents, and everyone else you see! We believe in the power of small acts of kindness to make the world a brighter place because we see the evidence every day. As one of our people, we bet you believe in it, too.
So this year, let’s all choose to make Valentine’s Day the everyone day it deserves to be. Let’s spread love, brighten faces, make days, and unleash the power of a group of people being kind.
14 Day Challenge Gift Guide
Gift #1
Design: Sweet Stems
Gift: Champagne Bubbles
Say thanks-a-million-billion with this gorgeous print and a box of mouthwatering Champagne Bubbles. And combine it with a message that lets your person know how much they mean to you.
Click here to send this gorgeous gift combo!
Gift #2
Design: DŌ Sprinkles Print
Gift: DŌ Sprinkles
Super cute gift, meet super cute design! This (delicious and adorable) pairing is perfect for anyone who could use a little cheer in their life.
Click here to send this all-things-sweet combination!
Gift #3
Design: Girls Run the World Print
Gift: Peach Bellini Gummy Hearts
This girl power box design is perfect for all the ladies who have your back! Pair the design with the Peach Bellini Gummy Hearts for the perfect gift. They’re super cute and pack a little sour punch; if that isn’t perfect for your work crew, we don’t know what is!
Click here to send this #GirlPower 💪 combo!
Gift #4
Design: Leslie Knope Print
Gift: Pineapple Gummy Rings
Say “ILY” with the perfect gift for go-getters: the Leslie Knope print. Because you care a lot. It’s kinda your thing.
Click here to send this gift inspired by the queen of Galentine’s Day!
Gift #5
Design: Cheers to You
Gift: Champagne Bubbles
What better way to celebrate the season of love than with a toast? Say cheers with a box of mouthwatering Champagne Bubbles and this perfectly paired Cheers to You print.
Click here to send this gorgeous gift combo!
Ready to Join the Challenge?
We can’t wait to celebrate the season of love with you this year. Share your experiences with us in the comments, on Facebook, and on Instagram. We’re here to cheer you on along the way!