Acts of Kindness

Charlotte Joy’s eighth birthday was just around the corner, a time usually filled with excitement for children her age. Unfortunately, this year was different for Charlotte. The young girl from Tennessee had recently faced a devastating loss—her mother, Jenny Wren, had passed away from brain cancer a few months earlier. In light of this, her older sister, Chloe Sexton, wanted to create a memorable celebration for Charlotte and sent out […]

You never truly know the hidden stories within your family. Two years ago, a woman named Tara Garcia reached out to David Begnaud, a correspondent for “CBS Mornings,” to share a touching family story. Tara’s grandmother, Crescensia Garcia, had just turned 100 and survived a battle with COVID-19, only requiring oxygen for a brief period. Begnaud shared the remarkable story on Twitter, along with photos Tara had sent him. Little

Parenting can sometimes feel like a constant cycle of repeating requests—whether it’s reminding kids to brush their teeth or asking them to put away their toys. It can be frustrating and exhausting, leaving parents feeling like they’re constantly nagging. But what if there was a simple trick to make kids more cooperative and less rude? Dr. Rebecca Kennedy, known as “Dr. Becky,” is a clinical psychologist and the founder of

When rescuers discovered a 2-month-old baby amidst the ruins of Turkey’s catastrophic earthquake in February 2023, the scene was one of profound emotion. The infant, who had been trapped for 128 hours—almost five days—was remarkably in good health.  Given the assumption that her parents were among the 50,000 victims of the earthquake and with no immediate family details, she was placed under the care of medical professionals and named Gizem,

A recent survey has revealed that a significant majority of Americans, nine out of ten, now believe that LGBTQ individuals should be able to live free from discrimination. This overwhelming support reflects a growing acceptance and commitment to equality for LGBTQ people across the United States. Survey Findings The survey, conducted by [Survey Organization], indicates that 90% of Americans support policies and practices that protect LGBTQ individuals from discrimination in

Facing the arrival of a first baby can be an overwhelming experience, especially when it involves the uncertainty of childbirth and the responsibility of caring for a newborn. Now, imagine the complexity of giving birth not to one, but to three babies simultaneously—and doing so alone at just 14 years old. This was the reality for Shariya Small, who delivered premature triplets at an Indiana hospital. Her nurse, Katrina Mullen,

Making mistakes is a universal experience, and most people have moments in their lives they wish they could keep hidden. For some, these errors lead to significant consequences, such as encounters with the legal system. Arthur Booth, for instance, faced a judge after his poor decisions landed him in trouble. A video of Booth’s sentencing went viral when the judge recognized him as a childhood friend. The emotional reunion saw

In a world often characterized by uncertainty and challenge, optimism is a valuable trait. It’s the positive outlook that encourages us to believe in better times ahead and inspires us to push through difficulties.  However, while optimism can fuel personal resilience, hope possesses a deeper, more transformative power. Hope not only envisions a brighter future but also propels us toward creating it. The Distinction Between Optimism and Hope Optimism is