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Kushal Gupta's encouragement to associate himself with social work came from his intention to make a difference in people's life.
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Joseph Shavit
- May 7, 2021
Act of Kindness: Business Owner Helps Homeless Man 'get back on his feet'
One Louisiana man did more than just help a homeless man he found sleeping outside, he fostered a friendship that has now inspired millions
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 26, 2021
Supervisors focused on others' needs get 'benefit of the doubt' from employees
In the workplace, whether or not we believe that a supervisor has treated us fairly depends on a number of factors, including motive,...
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 12, 2021
Widow handing out 'cards of kindness' honoring memory of husband who was killed
Each May, known as the official month of kindness in Massachusetts, Rosemary Heath hands out cards encouraging random acts of kindness.
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 10, 2021
6 Science-Backed Health Benefits of Kindness
Many people are talking about the ripple effect — how one action can spread results. One of the most positive ways to use the ripple effect
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 5, 2021
How kindness, compassion and even awe can boost your mental health
The awe you feel at a beautiful sunset or a piece of music can help lift your mood and strengthen your mental health, Jennifer Stellar says
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 1, 2021
Holocaust survivor Lisl Schick uses experience to teach kindness
Schick remembers the moment she realized times were changing. She says March of 1938 is when she remembers Hitler overrunning Austria.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 1, 2021
A police officer’s kindness, with an assist from a unicorn, touches a community’s heart
This is a story about a unicorn, a little girl who got scary-sick, and a police officer who did his job — and then some.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 25, 2021
‘COVID bandit’ leaves $200 tip for each of the 34 employees at Denver restaurant
The staff at Guard and Grace are extremely thankful for a patron that left a $6,800 cash tip distributed to the 34 employees working...
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 25, 2021
They were kind of my saviors: Boston woman repays kindness shown by two Texas women
A Boston woman who recently moved to Texas is paying forward the kindness that two women from the Austin area showed her during the power...
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 22, 2021
4-year-old's heart breaks when he sees Tent City, so he's helping
Dash Gutierrez is now looking for a bigger way to help those in need after donations pour in from the community to help his mission.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 21, 2021
Cleveland acts of kindness bring warmth in cold times
While many of us were bundling up this week, trying to stay warm, there were incredible acts of kindness across the country...
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 18, 2021
Entenmann’s launches ‘Mini Acts of Kindess’ giveaway with $5,000 grand prize
Entenmann’s has launched its “Mini Acts of Kindness” giveaway that gives people the chance to win $5,000 and boxes of Entenmann’s Minis.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 3, 2021
Dallas coffee shop's 'drive-by kindness' videos viewed by millions
In this time that has tested us all, a café in Dallas is hoping kindness will make your day a little bit better. La La Land Kind Café...
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 3, 2021
Mother and daughter leave secret gifts in random act of kindness during lockdown
A mother and daughter have been brightening people's days during the pandemic by leaving gifts and cheerful messages around their local area
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 3, 2021
Call For Kindness: Teens Across America Are Sought To Inspire
Ideas to bring more kindness into the world are needed, and teenagers across the country can bring about positive change with the help...
Joseph Shavit
- Dec 3, 2020
The Brighter Side of News Kindness Calendar December 2020
Contact someone you can't be with to see how they are. Offer to help someone who is facing difficulties at the moment, Buy locally and...
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