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Random acts of kindness

To travel around the world and ask people, "If you could do one random act of kindness for anybody else in the world, what would it be?" I would then travel and fulfill this random act of kindness to another stranger and continue the cycle.

The powerful message coined by peace activist Anne Herbert, "Practice random kindness and senseless acts of beauty," has spread like wildfire across America and the World, and has inspired movies such as Pay it Forward, Amelie, and even the "Free Hugs Campaign" on YouTube.

In this individualistic and self-centered world, people have become suspicious of one another and have become turned-off by the idea of helping one another for no personal or material gain. Furthermore, people don't believe that they can make a difference or an impact in this world as they have been disillusioned by the idea that their one vote in an election or donation of a dollar can make any difference. They believe that they have to either find a cure to a disease or donate a million dollars to change the world. However, one little act of kindness can change the world by spreading love to the lives of others, which can multiply and spread almost infinitely.

My dream photo assignment would be to travel the world and ask strangers: "If you could do one random act of kindness for anybody else in the world, what would it be?" I would then take a picture of the person and then travel to a random spot on the globe and do that act of kindness for another random stranger. I would show that stranger a picture of the initial stranger and then do a random act of kindness for him or her. To show proof of that random act of kindness being fulfilled, I would take a picture of it. After doing so, I would then ask that person what act of random kindness he or she would like to spread to another stranger. I would then continue this cycle until I have exhausted my funds and resources and open up a gallery to show and explain this concept.

The gallery would have the pictures of all the strangers and their random act of kindness printed on the walls as well as the photographic proof. The gallery would have all the pictures lined up, encircling the gallery, and ultimately making a "circle chain" to show how people from all different walks of life who are total strangers have affected another's life through a simple and random act of kindness. Hopefully, this gallery could help inspire people to do these little small acts of kindness to one another and change the world one person at a time.

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60 Comments

annakim90

Although we may think our single acts of kindness equates to a single drop compared to an ocean, we often forget that just one drop can ripple outwards forever.

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ghkang

love it :)

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cindyyrellaa

the magic of random acts of kindness-though small, one simple act can unleash a chain of beauty and change.and you dear sir, play the role of both record and action--not only will you inspire others through photos,but also through your selfless acts.thank you eric for embarking on this mission.

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terrydkim

i admire you for your creativity and selflessness. altruism is definitely something we need more of especially during these times of hardship taking place worldwide. this dream that originates from "love" for others, has sincerely touched my heart (:

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colorcrisis

It only takes one person to create inspiration that reaches out and touches others that might also inspire others as well. With a message so great and important as this one, I wish you the best of luck my friend. Just know you already inspired one with your message.

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jonyim

repeat the cycle.
your photos speak multitudes

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badpanda

inspiring- truly.

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Carczar4

only takes one to lead others into making this world a better place

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howykaos

Random act of kindness right there, gave you a pic. Good luck Eric, I know you'll do us proud.

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leaveit2clara

Wowww Eric... You always surprise me. That's the BEST idea I ever heard. I would come with you mannn hahaha! I hope you win this BTW I'm coming to agnes again even if its far!! I miss you guys! I SERIOUSLY HOPE YOU GET TO DO THIS!!!

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yijunho

thank grace for my vote

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rosaseo

good luck!

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mralexkim

one question. how are you going to capture these on camera is something to consider i think?

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tjkim3

what a beautiful, inspiring and brilliant idea! TAKE ME WITH YOU!! =)

Good Luck! No matter what happens, keep doing your thing! You're a great photographer!

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ekizz

Thank you everyone so far for the PIC's! It really means the world to me. Keep spreading those random acts of kindness too! :)

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danieljoeunoh

You got this.

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terrycherry

good luck! (;

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tortilla

This is such a great idea Eric. Plus, knowing what great photographs you take, I'm pretty excited to see the gallery at the end of all this =]

Good luck!

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susiecakes

I have faith in you! :)

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onevoiceoO

<3

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tchi

best of luck eric!

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Ceci

Good luck, Eric! :)

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darleneko

K I signed up to support you! Good luck! Hope you win :)

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djlee

take me with you
i'll do the acts, you can take the picture
=D

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mnlee

good luck eric! :)

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pklyeager

Awesome idea!

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Cokoprincess

Good Luck Eric!! This is LaWanda. :O)

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jessucla

Best of luck Erick! :)

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Icarus

And the winner, Eric! We all hope.

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aliceeatcow

good luck buddy

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dehemmi

GO GO GOOOOOOO.
good luck. i hope you winnnn. :D

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dehemmi

and and and...

i forgot to say that i really admire you for doing this. your entry was seriously so nice and beautiful.

: )

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mhong004

kindness isn't around us anymore, i really hope that with this project, you will be able to revive it. it is truly inspiring and i hope that one day you will be able to show that world that kindness is within each one of us, we just have to dig deep in our hears to find it once again!!

good luck

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mikeyu31

this is awesome! good luck man!

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vexer

bowman supports this endeavor

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justincho3

awesome.
touching.
inspiring.

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jdubletrouble

i dont know you but i know terry from high school and i just read your dream assignment and it's definitely noble of you to take on the challenge in that way. i that hope you win and make a difference in the world, if not the world at least to one person.

one love.

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emkay

carpe diem.

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bylam

good luck eric!

-belinda

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llanetmartin

You have just inspired me to continue doing the little things I often consider small contributions and often too insignificant to create any change!
I wish you the best in this contest and this journey! Thank you for this random act of kindness!
:)

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hangookin

pic'd

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jenmay

cool, i also want to show that. i want to help others by bringing awareness and unity for non-profits worldwide: http://www.nameyourdreamassignment.com/the-ideas/jenmay/unity-through-community/

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glyons

Love the idea, Eric, you the man for the job, you have my vote.

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l3onni3

That's ingenious! I hope you get picked so I can visit the gallery!!

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chriskim

sorry it took a while to figure out how to do this...
best of luck eric and i truly hope that one day the world can see its beauty through your eyes.

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emkim1013

this is so very awesome!!
best of luck!! :)

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kicksaddict

go eric. nice idea. could even be a movie plot

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deekms

:)

gd'luck, eric.

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inhaerhee91

gogo errrric oppa:D

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tatasuki

GOODLUCK =)

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worldpeaceplz

eric, this is a beautiful thing that you are determined to do.
i hope your dreams can be fulfilled & i wish you the best of luck!
i am very impressed and proud of you.
with love, heidi chung

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seofoby

good luck! c:

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FatherJohn

I like your idea!

Will you vote for me? Let's do this and see how it turns out. Let's help each other!

Good luck!

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Yunga

Great idea Eric. I hope your dream comes true.

Alan Young

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koreanninja325

Eric, hope you win. Although we might not see each other for a while this is a great oppurtunity for you to showcase your pictures to the world. I really hope that you win and get the 50,000 dollars cause this is huge. Again hope you win.

-Kevin

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hangookin

this is awesome. i'll do what i can to spread the word. good luck eric.

-ben

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happyjin623

Wow Eric :)
This IS inspiring...

Best of luck!!

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themarkgregory

Brilliant. I don't even know you, but you have my vote.
cheers, Mark

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sunmeechin

<3

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shenaniganz08

Good Luck man

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