In a world that can often feel bleak and overwhelming, it can be helpful to seek out stories that lift our spirits and remind us of the goodness and kindness that exists in the world. From heartwarming tales of human connection to uplifting news about social progress, these stories can offer us a much-needed respite from the constant stream of negative news and help us cultivate a more positive outlook.
In addition to these heartwarming stories, there are countless examples of people coming together to make a positive difference in their communities. From volunteers who spend their weekends cleaning up parks and beaches to neighbors who organize block parties and potlucks, there are countless ways that people can work together to create a sense of belonging and connection. And as we continue to grapple with the ongoing challenges of the pandemic, these acts of kindness and generosity can be especially meaningful, helping us to feel less alone and more supported in our daily lives.
Ultimately, these stories remind us that even in the darkest of times, there is always reason to hope and to believe in the power of human kindness and resilience. Whether it’s a little girl celebrating her adoption with her friends or a group of volunteers cleaning up a local park, these moments of connection and positivity can make all the difference in our lives. So the next time you’re feeling overwhelmed by the news or the stresses of daily life, seek out these stories of hope and love, and let them inspire you to keep moving forward with a sense of purpose and optimism.
#1 A few months ago, an older woman asked me to walk her home because she was afraid of slipping on the ice. We’ve become friends, and now I almost always walk her home.
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#2 Anthony Borges is 15 years old. He used his body to hold a classroom door shut, protecting 20 other students inside as the gunman shot through the door and hit him five times. May he get better quickly.
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#3 An officer tries to talk a man out of killing himself. The man, who is now a father of two, gives the officer an award at the American Foundation of Suicide after eight years.
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#4 There is a group in the area that cuts lawns for free for the elderly, disabled, and single moms. They are here with my grandmother.
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#5 She took me in 15 years ago, and no one else makes me as happy as she did. We had a great Christmas. I really love my grandmother.
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#6 Children act on how they feel. These two strangers just hugged each other in a fast food place.
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#7 A Stranger Helping Out Another Stranger Struggling With His Tie.
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#8 A nurse kneels down and gets ready to hug her former patient, who was paralyzed from the waist down.
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#9 A 7-year-old boy gives $20 from his piggy bank to help a mosque that was vandalized. He wanted an Apple iPad. He got one.
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#10 Here’s My Uber Driver Beni took me to the hospital and has been staying with me since most of my family lives outside of the state.
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#11 A man in red asked a stranger on the subway for help with his son’s math homework.
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#12 A waiter is helping a disabled woman eat so that her husband can finish his meal. Good Job Good Man!
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#13 Sgt. Mike Maroney, a pararescue worker, met up with a girl he saved during Hurricane Katrina 10 years ago.
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#14 What makes America great is this.
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#15 Every day on their way to school, these boys see this homeless man, so they decided to help him.
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#16 Christmas elves give food and gifts to the homeless as a surprise.
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#17 Don is the don!
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#18 Awesome professor!
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#19 A police officer in Louisville helps a woman who has lost 200 pounds and ran her first 10K to keep going.
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#20 A worker at a fast food restaurant helps a customer with a disability.
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#21 Over the past year, a 22-year-old man from Harlem became friends with an 81-year-old woman he met while playing Words with Friends. He then went to Florida to meet her for the first time in person.
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#22 The man needed a kidney, and he called an old classmate from 50 years ago whom he barely knew.
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#23 A non-profit called “100 Suits” gives men who are getting out of prison a new suit and a fresh start.
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#24 A Charlotte police officer talks to a teenager with autism and suicidal tendencies.
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#25 Kid Was Trying Hard to Do It Himself, but Failed. A lady asked him if he needed help.
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#26 Made cookies and took them to a nursing home in the area. This is Mrs. Posey. She is 112 years old, and the nurse said she hasn’t seen anyone in over 3 years.
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#27 Faith In Humanity Restored.
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#28 On a hot day in Baltimore, this boy gave a police officer a bottle of water.
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#29 On Memorial Day, a baseball fan held an umbrella over a JROTC member.
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#30 Someone falls asleep on his shoulder, and when he wakes up 12 hours later, the person says, “We’ve all had long days.”
