The 12 days of Christmas: A challenge to give

Lately I have been feeling rather unmotivated during this holiday season. I recently read that volunteering leads to a longer life and most people feel happier after volunteering.  In an attempt to inspire myself and perhaps others I have decided to create the 12 days of Christmas: A challenge to give. With the rush of the holidays and material purchases it is easy to forget what this season is truly about. I am in need of some humbling. I have tried to make this challenge cost friendly since we all feel the pinch this time of year. Take the challenge if you want! I am starting on Friday the 13th so that I will be done before Christmas Day. Yes, I am doing this backwards but it felt more time efficient for me. Here's what I have come up with:

The 12th day of Christmas: Hand out 12 Thank you cards to people who you would like to thank for however big or small of a reason.
The 11th day of Christmas: Give 11 compliments today (call a friend, send a message, or compliment a stranger!)
The 10th day of Christmas: Give 10 bottles of water or granola bars to the homeless, every little bit helps, or give $10 to a charity of your choice.
The 9th day of Christmas: Smile randomly at 9 people. A smile can go a long way.
The 8th day of Christmas: Donate 8 cans of canned goods to any type of canned food drive or food bank.
The 7th day of Christmas: Leave 7 sweet little notes for your loved one, coworkers, or friends.
The 6th day of Christmas: Bake cookies for 6 of your friends or neighbors.
The 5th day of Christmas: Donate 5 gently used articles of clothes, toys, or books to a charity. You know your closet has things you never wear anymore.
The 4th day of Christmas: Unplug for 4 hours and truly spend time with friends/and family. Cook a dinner or have a game night for some friends. No technology allowed!
The 3rd day of Christmas: Volunteer 3 hours of your time (it doesn't have to be to a charity but volunteer your time to a friend or neighbor or anyone who could use a little help or a break.)
The 2nd day of Christmas: Give a gift or 2. They can be handmade, they can be gifts to a friend or stranger, you choose!
The 1st day of Christmas: Do 1 random act of kindness. Buy a coffee or meal for a stranger or some sort of random act of kindness.

Good luck and happy holidays to all!