So, then, how do you spread love, then?

When you see an opportunity, pay a stranger a compliment. It’s tiny, but effective.

Reward someone for their own good deeds. If someone you know spends alot of time giving to others, tell them that you recognize their generosity. Even better, take them for dinner or buy them a card.

On the flipside, if someone is nasty and selfish, point out that these aren’t great attitudes. Approach them with compassion, though. Nastiness and selfishness are often products of not getting enough love. You may have to show this person the way.

Tell the people who you care about that you love them. It sounds basic, but many people forget.

Practice empathy. Everyone has a different point of view. Even if that P.O.V. is something you think is totally backwards and idiotic, put yourselves in their shoes to try and understand where s/he is coming from. You’ll also do better in debates.