Results: Karma & Paying It Forward

Almost nine in 10 Americans believe that karma is real. That's according to a survey of 2,000 U.S. adults which revealed that 84% buy into the idea that what goes around comes around. Do you believe in karma?

Perhaps inspired by that notion, another 84% say they will go out of their way to "pay it forward" whenever possible. The survey showed that "paying it forward" most often includes treating their loved ones to something special (50%), giving generous tips (48%) and helping out a neighbor, such as carrying their groceries or helping them shovel snow (46%). It also includes donating money to organizations or charities (40%), volunteering their time to help out friends and family (38%) and supporting small or locally owned businesses (35%). Do you try to pay it forward as much as possible?

Results showed that the average American engages in five generous acts per week, totaling 260 random acts of kindness each year. Do you think you engage in five generous acts per week?