63. How a lost wallet started a global kindness movement - Kevin Smith

Send us Fan MailIn this inspiring episode of Sparks of Gratitude, host Randy Sparks welcomes Kevin Smith, founder of Kindness Worldwide, to share how a single lost wallet on Good Friday sparked a global movement of compassion. Together, they explore how small acts of kindness can create powerful ripple effects that change lives, heal communities, and even save them.From his roots working on his grandfather’s farm to honoring the legacy of his late mother, Kevin reveals the values that shaped his conviction that “the meaning of life is to live it in a way to make a meaningful difference.” He opens up about the challenges of stepping into a new calling, the growth that comes from embracing discomfort, and the vision behind Kindness Week Worldwide.Whether you want to reignite hope, practice gratitude, or be reminded of the power of kindness, this heartfelt conversation will inspire you to make a difference, one act at a time.Chapters:00:00 – Introduction02:28 - A Shared Love for Guitars 07:17 - The Birth of Kindness Worldwide13:10 - The Lost Wallet Story on Good Friday 202316:43 - Launch of Kindness Worldwide Nonprofit20:25 - Ripple Effects: No Act of Kindness is Too Small29:44 - Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable38:26 - Growth, Fear, and Becoming Fearless45:10 - Gratitude as the Foundation of KindnessFollow Sparks of Gratitude:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparksofgratitude/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sparksofgratitudeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sparksofgratitudeWebsite: https://www.sparksofgratitude.comDo you know someone who we should have on the show? Email us:[email protected]