Find out why Amy Rosen, acting food editor at Chatelaine, thinks it's a good idea to share kind thoughts with others. #kindcycle

Chatelaine staff spread holiday cheer: Shared kind thoughts #kindcycle

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<img src="http://www.chatelaine.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/kindcycle_logo.png" ><img src="http://www.chatelaine.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/kindcycle_logos.png" ><br/><h4>From now until the end of January, make a kindness resolution to do 5 random acts of kindness and help make the world a happier place, one kind act at a time. MAKE A DAY. CHANGE A LIFE.</div></h4><br><br><a href="http://contests.chatelaine.com/engine/YourSubmission.aspx?contestid=76997" target="_blank"><strong>JOIN NOW</strong></a> (it’s free!) and $100 will be donated in your name to the <strong>Canadian Women’s Foundation</strong> by the Lise Watier Foundation to support programs across Canada that move women and girls out of poverty, out of violence and into confidence. You could also win $250 in beauty goodies from Lise Watier. 

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Our associate lifestyle editor enjoys taking the time to write letters by hand and mail overseas. #kindcycle

Chatelaine spreads holiday cheer: Writes to brighten a friend's day

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Anna Redman, intern at Chatelaine, posted positive comments to friends Facebook accounts. #kindcycle

Chatelaine staff spread holiday cheer: Posting positivity #kindcycle

Assistant Fashion Editor Tyler Franch helps to pay it forward and donate clothes. Chatelaine spreads holiday cheer. #kindcycle

Chatelaine staff donating clothes #kindcycle

Assistant Health & Beauty Editor Madeline Cravit spread holiday smiles by surprising the Chatelaine team with holiday treats! #kindcycle

Chatelaine staff spread holiday cheer: Homemade cookies  #kindcycle

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Amy gave someone a compliment

Alex brightened someone's day with a letter

Anna posted positive comments on to friends' Facebook pages

Tyler donated clothes to charity

Madeline baked cookies for co-workers