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60 Wholesome Moments Between Strangers To Melt Even The Coldest Of Hearts (New Pics)
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Kindness doesn’t always need a grand gesture or a big price tag, sometimes, it’s as simple as holding a door open, offering a smile, or helping someone carry their groceries. The best part? It feels just as good for the giver as it does for the receiver. There’s something truly magical about those tiny, unexpected moments that remind us people can still be wonderful.
And honestly, reading about those acts can be just as heartwarming as witnessing them in real life. It’s that instant mood boost we all need after a long, chaotic day. So, we’ve gone down the rabbit hole of the internet to find some of the most uplifting examples of everyday kindness, from strangers refusing rewards to people sharing food and compassion in the most unexpected ways. These little stories might just make your heart grow a size or two.
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#1
Today We Did This Lady's Yard
She was telling us how the man next door was charging her to cut her yard, and she could not afford it because she is on a fix income and just came out of the hospital. She also said how he harasses her for the payment. But she need not worry no more because Raising Men Lawn Care Service will be doing her lawn for FREE, just like how we do the rest of the lawns, and will get her lawn done every two weeks. She can use the money on things that she really needs, like medication. We are making a difference.
Multa Nocte 3 weeks ago
Good for them, although it's sad that anyone has to worry about paying for medication they need. But these two guys are heroes!
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
These guys have vids on YouTube and are extraordinarily inspiring. The kind of people that monetizing YouTube SHOULD support.
Robert T 3 weeks ago
It galls me that people in such need still have to pay for medication. It just shouldn't be a thing.
Al Padilla 1 week ago
Of the 23 to economies, only 22 have been able to figure out universal health care. And now the Orange One is cutting all sorts of insurance programs.
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LookASquirrel 3 weeks ago
More Information's comment is hidden because of a link but I checked and it's ok to look.
Laserleader 3 weeks ago
Why is no one mentioning the exploitative harassing neighbor? The guess about medication is nothing, when they are preventing emotional and financial stress.
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#2
Be More Like Abdul
OneHappyPuppy 3 weeks ago
And a smart one to boot - he knew how to find the real owner by making him enter the lock code
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Nova Rook 3 weeks ago
Had something similar that turned sour - at 19 lived with the parents in a rowhouse. Late at night heard someone in the backyard two teens (15ish) were slipping in to steal our bike. I ran out and chased them away and they dropped a bike they must have swiped elsewhere. Put out word to the local moms about what had happened and that we had a bike with a lock wrapped around it - the owner could come by at any time, unlock the padlock that was just wrapped around the seat, and have their bike back. Woman came in, said it was her kids but she didn't have the key and just sort of bullied past my request for to unlock the padlock. I didn't want to keep the bike if it was hers - but I honestly don't think it was and she just sort of stole the bike by claiming ownership. Also, not a single thank you the whole time. Still salty.
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
These stories just make me imagine the world that really could be... If only people followed The Golden Rule.
LookASquirrel 3 weeks ago
I've read this story a million times and I still love it! Amazing he was not only brave enough to confront the thief but nice enough to keep the bike safe and wait for the owner.
#3
Do The Same Thing And We Can Be A Better Society
Lauren Caswell 3 weeks ago
One time my kid (circa 3yr) saw an op shop when we got off the bus. I only had 10c, so we were looking through the magazines for a car or truck one (his big obsession at the time). A lady spotted us, chatted to us etc, kid showed her his shiny 10c coin (lol🫣), she went out the back and brought through a stuffed Superman who she said was 10c, and he needed a good home if kid is interested. Yes he was!! Never forgot that moment: she gave my son a lovely experience and gift, and without shaming me for being so poor back then.
Child of the Stars 3 weeks ago
This reminds me of a story I saw about a dog who noticed that humans were exchanging bits of paper for baked goodies. So he started bringing in a leaf to "pay" for a goodie. The bakery started making dog-friendly treats just for him.
Jac Carr 3 weeks ago
And there isn't an Irish person who would criticise you for that; the Irish & Scottish are the most welcoming people on the planet
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
The warm fuzzies just came over my entire body as I reread this post too many times. Lovely.
It’s no secret that being bombarded with negative headlines can really weigh on your mood. Whether it’s natural disasters, or the latest pandemic numbers, constantly taking in bad news can make anyone feel anxious, drained, and a little hopeless. Research shows that the more we expose ourselves to upsetting news, on TV, social media, or even newspapers, the more it can slowly chip away at our mental wellbeing.
The brain reacts to constant stress, and even small doses of worry can build up over time. That’s why mental health experts often suggest stepping back, taking a break, and letting yourself breathe. It’s not ignoring reality, it’s protecting your mind from emotional overload.
#4
How To Manage A Bar
Shark Lady 3 weeks ago
At the pub I used to work at we would hold drinks behind the bar while the customer was using the toilet or going outside to smoke. We would write the customer's name on a beer mat and put it over the drink.
SPV 3 weeks ago
On one hand this is lovey, on the other hand we should be angry, that this is necessary. This should not be necessary!
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Like how the reaction was on the same scale one would expect if a child was lost in a mall - all hands on deck, all eyes open, and we're all a team looking to help.
S L M 3 weeks ago
100 percent. I could imagine people complaining and I am so glad that everyone grasped the importance of what was happening.
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ABC NrTen FCK CENSORISM 3 weeks ago
DRՍGGED, BP. The Lady's drink was DRՍGGED. For FՍCK's sake, why do you opt to cover perpetrators instead of addressing the topic? It's DISGUSTING, and as long as I'm here, it will net you MORE oh-so-FՍCKING bad words than if you kept this BULLSHІT away.
#5
I Noticed A Guy On Fb That Was Better Than Me At Mounting TVs, So Instead Of Hating On Him, I Reached Out And Offered To Pay Him To Teach Me How To Perfect My Craft
He didn’t accept the money, instead we formed a partnership and the rest is history. Brothers don’t hate, we elevate each other.
Min 3 weeks ago
I never tire of this one, no matter how many times it comes around. It warms the cockles of my cold, dead heart.
TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago
100% same. Even insufferable trash like me loves this stuff
Load More Replies... SPV 3 weeks ago (edited)
World need more of such stories to regain balance. People are good. People are decent, but what stays in memory is unfairness and violence. All those tiny everyday interactions when regular people are decent to each other are easily overshadowed by the one instance of someone being a true jerk. Most people are good, most deeds are good, most attention goes to unusual acts of shittines, because they're unusual thus interesting. Everyday kindness is boring. It's there, but it's just not worth the attention that being a jerk gets. Shame, most people are so decent!
#6
Thank You Librarian
Val 3 weeks ago
I work in a restaurant and one day, I had a teenage girl and her father at my table. All of a sudden, I hear her say, "Daddy! Daddy, wake up!" So I rush over, and she is crying while I am trying to see if the dad is okay. He had passed out and his head was on the table. She told me that she needed to call her sister if anything ever happened, which she proceeded to do and handed the phone over to me. It turns out the teenage girl was mentally challenged and was taught to call her sister should anything ever happened. She was so brave, so calm and collected. I was in awe. I don't think I would have been as calm as her if my dad had passed out like that.
Nova Rook 3 weeks ago
The dad ended up being okay? Hoping for all involved.
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Novlette Williams 3 weeks ago
I was in the mall one day when a little East Indian boy came up to me and said "Hi my name is....and my mom told me if I am by self or lost or in danger to find a police man or a Black woman, she will help you" He then threw himself against me and hung on. Never in all my life I ever felt so flattered and proud to be me. I have heard this same thing from a couple of people who were told that by their moms.
Rick Murray 3 weeks ago
My favouritest place is ambling alone along a track in a leafy forest with a gentle drizzle. My second favouritest place is a quiet corner of a well stocked library. Special shout out to Woking library that, back in the late 90s, let me be a member even though I wasn't in their catchment area. I cried when the whole internet thing took off (around 2000) and they had to start getting rid of their book stocks to make room for desks of computers.
Smeghead Tribble Down Under 3 weeks ago
Wow, must be nice to have libraries like that. 20 years old and checking out a pile of books on WW2 at my local small-town library, got questioned as to why I was reading that sort of thing and that I'd ''be learning some terrible things''. Yeah thanks Gwen; maternal grandparents lived through it and I had been hearing about it ever since I was a little kid. Intellectual curiosity is a negative thing to some people apparently. I returned all my books on the spot and I haven't set foot in that ''library'' since. This happened in the year 2000.
One study conducted in the spring of 2020 surveyed over 2,200 adults to understand how constant news consumption impacted emotions. The findings were clear: people who frequently sought updates about the pandemic, were far more likely to report feelings of stress, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion.
This highlights a simple truth: information overload can hurt us just as much as actual bad events. It’s not that knowing less is better, but balancing the news you consume and limiting your exposure can significantly reduce stress. The study proves that even a little pause from the endless cycle of negative updates can help you reclaim your peace of mind.
#7
Before And After Photos From Donating My Hair To Angel Hair For Kids, Where They Make Wigs For Kids Battling Cancer
My friend (who also donated his hair) and I have also raised over $8,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society.
Rinso The Red 3 weeks ago
We have a similar program where I live called "Locks for Love". As a former (now incognito) metal head, I would grow it out and get a free hair cut ever few years and feel like I was actually making some kind of contribution. It's just hair, but I know it had to make a difference to someone out there.
Sara 3 weeks ago
I hate to be a Debbie Downer, especially because these people mean so.well, but many of these large organizations (in the US at least) actually charge cancer patients thousands of dollars. Look for smaller, local channels so you can really help them.
Bewitched One 3 weeks ago
Some good info from my Ai overview: AI Overview Some large charities provide free wigs to cancer patients, while others offer them at a low cost or work to get the cost covered by insurance. The specific policies depend on the organization and the patient's financial situation. Charities Offering Free Wigs Several organizations are dedicated to providing wigs at no cost to patients experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatment: American Cancer Society (ACS): The ACS offers free wigs to cancer patients, though recipients typically need to demonstrate financial need and suffer from treatment-related hair loss. Local chapters have "Gift Closets" where patients can find free wigs, and some salons partner with the ACS to provide free fitting and styling services. EBeauty: This nonprofit collects, refurbishes, and donates wigs free of charge to women in need through its online Wig Exchange Program.
Load More Replies... TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago
I did this for Locks for Love in the US. Hope somebody got to enjoy those blonde curls
Alex Fountain 3 weeks ago
I’ve been donating mine every two years since I was a kid!! Next cut is this February! Highly recommend—it’s super easy and costs you nothing! If you’re looking for good programs, I recommend Children with Hair Loss! Locks of Love and other similar big names are careless with the hair and additionally charge patients for them. Children with Hair Loss is one of the good ones!!!
Wonnie-Cookie713 3 weeks ago
He saved up for (I think) about 5 years and spent some of his dignity for helping children ;-; this is so sweet
#8
This Is Why I Love What I Do. Thank You For This Letter
Daya Meyer 3 weeks ago
Ninjas are hiding at the hairdressers' now, aren't they? I have read this letter several times over the last years and never one of them failed to cut a huge mountain of onions.
The Other Guest 3 weeks ago
It's my first time seeing it. I'd be a liar if I said there were no ninjas.
Load More Replies... ABC NrTen FCK CENSORISM 3 weeks ago
She DIED, BP. She DIED a natural death. DEATH is part of LIFE, there is ABSOFUCKALUTELY NO REASON to censor this.
ThisIsMyDisplayName 3 weeks ago
BP and other media do all the tiresome censorship because excessively sensitive souls announced they were 'traumatised' and 'triggered' at words like d i e, k i l l, r a p e, etc, as though the word was the deed. So if you're going to get annoyed, and Lord knows it's annoying, get annoyed at the excessively sensitive 'triggered' souls, not the censorship that they're responsible for.
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Papa 3 weeks ago
Not me, but apparently there's a lot of dust blowing around here . . . in my house, with all the doors and windows closed.
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#9
Couple Moves Out Of The Way For A Photo
The Other Guest 3 weeks ago (edited)
Very kind of them, and having their laughing faces only improves the photo. (Edited to correct typo)
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
Those smiles just add to the beauty of the photo in it's entirety.
But it’s not all doom and gloom. For every distressing headline, there are stories that restore faith in humanity and remind us that kindness still exists in abundance. Take Harsh Mandavia, for example, co-owner of Harsh Thali and Parathas in Mumbai. Along with his mother, he runs a small eatery serving delicious, homemade food to locals and visitors alike. What began as a humble business for survival soon transformed into something extraordinary.
During the pandemic, they served nearly 15,000 free meals to people in need, from struggling families to elderly individuals who had no one else to rely on. Their small act of generosity quickly turned into a lifeline for many, proving that human compassion can thrive even in the toughest times.
#10
This Guy Was Outside Of Walmart Tonight. He Is Awesome. He Even Took The Time To Show Me How To Adjust The Telescope So That I Could See The Rings
Katie The Bug 3 weeks ago
He wanted to share the wonders of space and was willing to put up with parking lot floodlights to do it. A round of applause for this most devoted of amateurs.
TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago
Good people exist everywhere. The challenge is to filter out the bad people since they are always the loudest
Child of the Stars 3 weeks ago
I live near an observatory, and any time there's a public community event like a farmer's market or the county fair or whatever, the staff brings down a telescope like that one for the public to view the heavens. If it's a daytime event, they bring a special filter so people can view the sun, and if it's night, they point it at something cool (like whatever planet is most visible or in the direction of a current meteor shower or whatever).
S Bow 3 weeks ago
Are you near the Lowell observatory? I've been to that one and it sounds like something they would do.
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Rick Murray 3 weeks ago
I have a crappy three inch (ish) telescope and a bracket to mount my phone's camera on (because it's more sensitive than my proper camera). Took some photos of Jupiter, got to see three of the moons (basically a single glowy pixel). But over in the corner there was something else, just a little dimmer than Jupiter, I could barely see it but my camera made it out. Zoom, zoom some more. Wait, is that a ring around... Holy f**k, that's SATURN? Yeah, this guy is right to be showing Saturn. The first time you see it, for real and not just a photo in a book, it's 🤯. Jupiter might be huge and have a spot, but Saturn's ring (especially if part shaded by the planet) is something else entirely.
Andrew Keir 3 weeks ago
And when you see those moons of Jupiter actually orbiting it ... OMG ...
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Bruce Mardle 2 weeks ago
Planets are relatively easy to see despite light pollution (and Saturn is a relatively bright planet). Light pollution is more of a problem with, say, nebulas or auroras.
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Aww Don't Make Me Cry
David 3 weeks ago
And this is why representation is important in entertainment, but done properly, not with cheap race swapping, but with whole unique characters like Miles, that bring something new to the table
Beak Hookage 3 weeks ago
With you on the pointless (and sometimes outright nonsensical) race-swapping thing. A friend of mine says that if you want more diverse casts in the movies, you should adapt more diverse stories. After all, African folklore for example is full of tales Disney could easily bring to the big screen. As for representation in general, when Todd came out as asexual in BoJack Horseman, I burst into tears. Never, not once in my life, had I ever seen any character in fiction who was openly asexual like myself. Being acknowledged like that was one of the best feelings in the world.
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Big Chungus 3 weeks ago
My son loves spiderman and we have all different spidermans on his stuff...peter, miles, gwen...he loves them all
SPV 3 weeks ago
Representation matters. S****y movies are s****y not because incorporating diverse characters made them s****y , they were s****y to begin with, but the authors believed, that incorporating divers characters will be enough to overlook their shittishness. Well it wasn't and those bloody mercantile attempts to make money give ammunition to mum's basement based right wing morons, who claim, that diversity k****d (input whatever). No, it did not, greed did.
SPV 3 weeks ago
F**k, I will develop the subject further. I am old. I mean staying in the closed means life or death old. Each time I encounter a gender/sexuality non-conforming character it makes me giddy. Not even only lesbians, I am thrilled to see gays portrayed in media. Or trans people (me being cis). You'd thing, that after all this time of homosexuality being decriminalised it wouldn,t matter. Well the changes are not as thorough as one not involved might think. Representation really matters, not only for kids developing their gender and sexual identity.
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#12
All I've Ever Wanted Is A Nice Photo With Someone That I Love. Thank You To The Kind Stranger That Said Yes To Taking This
MK-C PHD 3 weeks ago
I love taking pics of people when I’m out and about (NYC) we get tourists or families and I love making sure the MOM is in the photo not just behind the camera!!! But I’ll volunteer for couples too etc.
ILoveMySon 3 weeks ago
I havelived in resort areas all of my adult life and do the same. People are grateful.
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“My mom just wanted to keep a roof over our heads and make sure we had food on the table,” Harsh recalls. “She faced countless struggles while trying to build a life for us, but along the way, she met kind people who offered help without expecting anything in return.
That generosity inspired her to pay it forward.” Harsh explains that this philosophy became the foundation of their business: it wasn’t just about food, it was about serving people with care and empathy. The experience shaped both Harsh and his mother, teaching them the real value of community, compassion, and giving back, even when times were hard.
#13
Little Girl Buying Ice Cream
Sian E 3 weeks ago
It's a piece of glow in the dark decorative gravel (made of plastic).
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#14
This Really Warmed Me Up
BeesEelsAndPups 3 weeks ago
This happened to me yesterday. I was at the train station and this old lady was in tears. She asked if if she could have five dollars. Told her I don't carry cash, but what was the problem. I thought she might be looking for something to eat, but no, she didn't have enough cash for her fare back home. It was only $8.75, but I think I made her morning. It's often the littlest things that make a difference.
Multa Nocte 3 weeks ago
You absolute sweetheart! You are even cooler than I already thought! XXXOOO
Load More Replies... Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
I gave 15 hours to a coworker fighting major health issues that forced her to take off of work without compensation. I asked my manager to do so without telling her who those 15 hours of pay came from. And life went on...
Just me... 3 weeks ago
Our entire staff did this for a co-worker whose son was battling cancer. We managed to cover her entire paycheck for nearly a year using donated hours.
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Irene Bucior 3 weeks ago
I have the most fun dropping money into shopping carts as I go by them when I see someone who obviously needs a little help. They don’t notice because there are other people in the aisle and everyone is staring at the shelves. I get a real kick out of it.
Mark Hastings 2 weeks ago
My wife and I go out for breakfast once a month. When we enter the restaurant, we see if there are any customers that would like their breakfast for free. The last time we found out the lovely lady the received the free breakfast was a former beauty pageant contestant and just missed making the Miss America pageant back in 1956, they year I was born. The look on her face when the waitress told her that her bill was paid was priceless.
Whitney Keen 1 week ago
This is terrible advice. Then we wouldnt have posts like this. Hearing about people doing nice things makes others realize the world isnt all bad and gives someobe like me hope in the human race
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Our Local Library Has A "Fix-It-Fair" Where Local Experts Volunteer Their Expertise To Fix Stuff For Free. My Guy Austin Got My Generator Up And Running And Wanted Nothing But A Handshake
Every so often, the Donelson Library (a suburb of Nashville) hosts a "Fix-it-Fair", and local experts volunteer to help folks out. They fix lamps, sharpen knives, and get lawnmowers running, whatever you need. My guy Austin got a bit rained on to fix my generator, but he had it humming in about 20 minutes. Humans at their best.
David 3 weeks ago
every spring my library gives out free seeds for veggies and flowers to encourage urban gardening.
Roxy222uk 3 weeks ago
In the UK we have Repair Cafes that usually meet once a month. Not everyone knows about them, so it’s worth a search for your town and ‘repair cafe’. We also have men’s sheds that are fantastic way for men to have a reason to get together, drink tea, eat biscuits, and mend things together.
TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago
These posts return and reinvigorate my faith in humanity. Maybe we aren't totally farked
bs7d2r6cst 3 weeks ago
I live in a small town in Yorkshire England and there is a repair cafe once a week, totally free.
Multa Nocte 3 weeks ago
Oh Lord, I used to live in Donelson for about 6 months. I haven't thought of that place in years!
Kelly H. Wilder 3 weeks ago
I live about an hour or so from Donelson. The changes this area has seen in the last 6 years are astonishing!
Load More Replies... “We started reaching out to old age homes and orphanages as well,” Harsh continues. “Many elderly people have no one to care for them, and children in orphanages often go without proper meals. We wanted to make a difference, even in a small way. Providing nutritious, homemade meals was our way of showing that someone cares. Harsh and his mother treated every interaction as a chance to bring comfort and hope. Feeding people became more than a business, it became a mission rooted in kindness, empathy, and social responsibility.
#16
This Is An Amazing Story
Antony Gallant 3 weeks ago
For men , we internalise SO MUCH, it's not worth it. We need to talk more. Even is society does'nt allow it.
Jac Carr 3 weeks ago
Men ARE society; they've dictated society for centuries. Change it, change society; it's in your own hands
Load More Replies... Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
Feeling alone can be a death sentence for some. Speaking up is the simplest, yet most avoided, cure.
Doctor Strange 3 weeks ago
Trouble is, for a lot of us when we speak up, at Best we get ignored. It often makes things worse.
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#17
My 18-Year-Old Is Donating Stem Cells Today To A Stranger With Blood Cancer. Proud Is An Understatement
Jac Carr 3 weeks ago
Let's give credit to the lad too; there are many good people with horrible parents although that may not be the case here
Load More Replies... Panda Kicki 3 weeks ago
I was 18 when I enlisted for stem cell donation. I have been called for more test twice but so far not being the desired donors. But I will stay in the register for a lot of more years, not to late yet.
Ben 3 weeks ago
I wonder how this works? How did they know this 18-year-old could do this for someone else?
Multa Nocte 3 weeks ago
You can register to be on a list in case someone matches with you when you donate blood. To donate blood I believe you have to be 16 with parental permission and 17+ otherwise (US). I was on a similar registry for years for bone marrow, but either my bone marrow was so common they didn't need mine, or it was so pathetic that they didn't dare use mine.
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Watching The Game As Bros
JoRo 3 weeks ago (edited)
Given all the horrible race-hating and division going on in the world at the moment, these particular stories of just human kindness and connection really warm my heart. As a collective, I'm sure we can make sure we outweigh the vile right-wing hatred out there.
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
Hoping they stayed in touch afterwards. The creation of a LOGICAL family vs forced to be a BIOLOGICAL family.
“We truly believe that anyone in a position to help should do so,” Harsh says. “Even small acts matter. It doesn’t have to be a grand gesture. Cooking a few extra meals, donating supplies, or sharing a little time can brighten someone’s day and inspire others to do the same.”
Harsh emphasizes that generosity isn’t about wealth or fame; it’s about caring and taking action when you can. Their approach shows that helping others doesn’t require heroic effort, just consistent thoughtfulness.
#19
The Best Kind Of Kids
Smeghead Tribble Down Under 3 weeks ago
I bought something similar once for my ferrets :) Check out feral told me I was stupid. Last time I ever went to Bunnings.
#20
A Stranger On Reddit Painted My Favourite Picture Of Me And My Son
Blackmoon The Dragon 3 weeks ago
r/redditgetsdrawnbadly is amazing, although most of the time its actually not bad drawings at ALL. people there are amazing and very kind :)
Uncle Schmickle 1 week ago
Lovely painting .... better than the actual street scene. It has warm vibes.
#21
Lady Came Into The Hospital With Her Sleeping Baby & Was Struggling Between Holding Her Baby & Filling Out Paperwork When
This kind soul asked her if she would like him to hold her baby while she filled out her information. He rocked the baby as if he was his own. Faith in humanity restored.
arthbach 3 weeks ago
I did a similar thing. A granny was struggling with a crying baby, and a toddler who felt the entire world was against him. The granny didn't speak any of my languages, I didn't speak any of her's. But, she understood I wanted to help. So I quietly stood beside her, and rocked that little baby to sleep, as she helped the toddler feel more in tune with the world. - - - I love holding sleeping babies, but it was even better seeing the look of peace on this frazzled granny's face once both children were calm. We had a lovely moment.
Eggwodd 3 weeks ago
I had to fly alone when my son was only about 3 mo old. I asked the lady next to me if she could hold my son while I went to the bathroom on the plane. I came back and he was asleep on her very large bosom. She left him sleeping there the entire flight! 22 years later and I still remember that lady.
Sundance 2 weeks ago (edited)
I was in the check-out aisle at our local supermarket and the lady in front of me was struggling to unload her food from the trolley onto the conveyor belt and settle her baby at the same time, so I offered to hold her baby for her, and then me and baby watched all the different food items going past, baby very curious.
Bgray450 3 weeks ago
I wish I could do this all day. For free. Frustrated Grandma here, my babies all live so far away.
GrammyBeth 2 weeks ago
Perhaps you could volunteer in a daycare or hospital nursery? I know there would be background checks, but it would be so rewarding.
Load More Replies...“When COVID hit, our business suffered huge losses,” Harsh admits. “Yet one day, a loyal customer called, asking if we could prepare meals for 100 people who were struggling. We immediately said yes. Even though we couldn’t fully pay our vendors, they generously provided supplies on credit. It became a team effort, with everyone pitching in to make it happen. That single act of generosity snowballed into a wave of help for countless people.” The experience taught them that kindness is contagious. By helping one person, you often inspire a chain reaction that reaches far beyond what you imagined.
#22
This Is What Life Is Truly About… Connecting At All Ages, Across All Demographics To Uplift One Another
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
I love it when my very-masculine, young teen son was able to knock down walls of judgement by being the first person to open the doors for strangers, offer to help reach something in a store, assist another in walking etc. As a young man covered in tattoos and extra beefy muscles, he continues to do so... And D**N! I am proud of my boy!
#23
Should Compliment People More Often
Sven Horlemann 3 weeks ago
Since visiting Italy for the summer vacation, we also get our olive oil from there.
#24
The Young Guy Sitting Down Was Struggling With His Tie
The woman in the red coat noticed and asked, "Do you know how to tie it properly?" The young guy said, "No ma'am." She taps her husband and says, "Come to this side [her right side; he was standing on her left side] and teach this young man how to tie his tie."
The older gentleman moved without hesitation [almost a reflex response] and gave him a step-by-step tutorial; then, afterward, the elder gentleman watched the young gentleman repeat the steps and show him that he had it. I was some distance away (but close enough to hear the exchange), and got even closer to snap this candid photo of the tutorial in progress before hopping on the train. I LOVE THIS.
UnclePanda 3 weeks ago
I tied the men's ties every Sunday at the nursing home, but because I can only tie them on myself, I'd slip it off my head and over theirs. They found that hilarious for some reason.
Scott Rackley 3 weeks ago
I remember the first time I tied my nephew's tie. Took me a couple tries to get it right, doing it from the other side isn't immediately easy.
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Rinso The Red 3 weeks ago
My best friend's grandmother gave me my first "real" tie and showed me how to tie it. I still remember her voice whenever I do
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
So many youngsters are left without the role models necessary to mold us as individuals. Even the smallest gesture, lesson, "Atta Boy" is a building block of another's life.
Margaret H 2 weeks ago
I remember teaching both my boys how to tie a proper Windsor Knot. It was the one practical skill I learned in the girls' boarding school I attended.
T'Mar of Vulcan 3 weeks ago
We had to wear ties with our winter uniform in high school. We did the 'cheat' tie, where you wrap it around twice and over and done. I don't know how to do one any other way. (I'm female BTW.)
“Eventually, we were able to deliver over 40,000 rotis to hungry families in the outskirts of Mumbai,” Harsh says proudly. “Donations and support poured in from people across the world. It was overwhelming and heartwarming at the same time. The community’s generosity allowed us to continue feeding people even when times were toughest. The gratitude and smiles we received made every challenge worth it. It proved that when people come together, even small efforts can grow into something extraordinary.”
Harsh concludes with a warm smile, “You don’t have to be rich or famous to make a difference. Caring matters more than wealth. A small act of kindness, a simple meal, a helping hand, or even a smile, can change someone’s entire day, or even their life. That’s the magic of human compassion.” His story is a reminder that giving doesn’t have to be monumental. Every little act counts, and when combined with effort, generosity, and persistence, it can create something truly transformative.
#25
This Woman Was So Nervous About Flying, So A Flight Attendant Explained Every Sound And Bump, And Even Sat Here Holding Her Hand
UnclePanda 3 weeks ago (edited)
An elderly and very anxious lady sat next to me on the plane. She wasn't wrong to be nervous. She said that last time she had flown was in the late 1950s when one engine, then the other, conked out and they crashed. She was travelling to see her grandkids for the first time. I held her hand on lift off, touch down, and explained all the strange noises in the air. I thought I was going to lose her for a second when the landing gear made that big 'clump.'
KatWitch57 3 weeks ago
I held the hand of an oil rig worker on his way to catch a helicopter, but was frightened on aircraft, A brave man with just the one phobia.
HappyShannon 2 weeks ago
I love this photo. It makes me happy whenever I see it. Kudos to the flight attendant and his professionalism
#26
This Elderly Stranger Laid Down On The Sidewalk To Greet My Dog
#27
"Putpocketing"
Harsh and his mother truly have enormous hearts, just like the countless strangers in these posts who went out of their way to help others. Each act of kindness, no matter how small, has the power to brighten someone’s day. Which of these stories made you smile the most? Have you done something kind recently that made a difference? Share your experiences and let the ripple of generosity continue.
#28
A Dasher Left This In My Mailbox. I Tipped $100 On A $60 Order
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
So many people fail to recognize the value of a smile or kind gesture to someone who is struggling through this thing called life. We should all take advantage of opportunities to lift another up. You never know if they have an exit planned and your actions could give them the strength to get through one more day.
#29
Never Too Old To Be Who You Want
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
Breaking down the barriers of awkwardness and judgement. Priceless.
Antony Gallant 3 weeks ago
My dad (born 1937) was telling me about his neighbour (2 woman) who were roomate for 40 years!
#30
This Sign On A Hiking Trail Thanking A Good Samaritan
highwaycrossingfrog 3 days ago (edited)
I'd like to extend the same sentiments to Kathy, the French lady who stopped to help my parents, partner and I when my mum blacked out on the metro in Paris. The tour group we were with helped us to get off the train, missing their stop in the process, but Kathy was just passing on the platform with her suitcase on her way back from visiting her son, and stayed with us to call the emergency services, relay information to them, and wait for probably 20 minutes until firemen showed up to get us out of there, speaking to them on our behalf, and making sure we all got safely on our way. Mum and I spent the day in hospital (where everyone spoke much better English than we spoke French), and she was absolutely fine. The kindness of strangers is truly a beautiful thing.
#31
Look At How Awesome Humans Are
Multa Nocte 3 weeks ago
I picked that idea up from a Bored Panda article several years ago and did it several times when I still lived in the US. Each time I did it, it was a real hit. I would suggest it as a fun thing to do, especially since most cashiers in the US don't make that much money.
Zac 3 weeks ago
just be careful with it and don't force the cashier to take it. where i used to work, a big box store in the US, any employee who received any kind of "tip or gift" from a customer was fired. had a cashier fired 5 minutes after his mom brought him money for lunch, since it appeared as if she had given him a tip. if they say they cant take it, listen. just a word of caution, since so many American companies are run by people who most of us would barely consider human.
Load More Replies... Just me... 3 weeks ago
Love to do this for/to kids raising money for a worthy cause, Scouts, summer camp etc.
LookASquirrel 3 weeks ago
And then everyone waiting behind them started clapping and also bought the cashier candy bars.
#32
Mystery Lady-Bro Appreciates Teachers
WindySwede 3 weeks ago
Nice, but also why teacher have to pay for the kids stuff that should come from tax money? 🤯
Rob D 3 weeks ago (edited)
Republicans recently eliminated the tax deduction that allowed teachers to deduct what they spend out of pocket in their classrooms from their taxes. 👍🏻🤦🏻♂️
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Sarah 3 weeks ago
Whilst it a Lovely gesture, it’s not going to make governments do anything to change the underfunding? Why is no one protesting
ChickyChicky 3 weeks ago
We are FFS. We're not doing it French-style, but that might cause martial law to be declared.
Load More Replies... T'Mar of Vulcan 3 weeks ago
The kids I teach are all very entitled and naughty and constantly lose their pens. They can all afford new pens, but I don't think their parents pay that much attention (explains their constant bids for attention), so every week I just get some pens for like R20-30. Only last for a day or two but more than half of them come to get pens from me. Pencils too. I wish parents would actually look in their kids' things and check how much they have.
Me myself and I 3 weeks ago
You are a teacher?? Why are you calling them entitled? Teach them to be better that's your job
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This Is What Humanity Is All About
Fiona Aitch 1 week ago
Won't happen until the "top" is toast, I'm afraid.
Load More Replies... Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
Indeed. ANOTHER example of how humanity should be. Unfortunately our hearts and souls have become calloused and used to the opposite. Live The Golden Rule and always PAY it FORWARD.
Linda Johnson 2 weeks ago
Born and raised in So. California, when it was an amaZing place to live....the housing Market crash sent us off to our vaca home in Northwest Arkansas near Branson, MO.....been there for 20+ years.....and now a home also in mid-North Carolina......AND after visits to So Cal to see my granson.....we've decided to never GO BACK THERE.....THE KINDNESS, HUMANITY, LOVE, WONDERFUL PEOPLE IN THE SOUTH ARE BETTER THAN HAVING A BUNCH OF MONEY any day !!! We feel so lucky to livw where the humans live......I do miss the ocean......but a few hours of driving gets you to the Atlantic now-a-days.....
#34
I Lost My Wallet. These Boys Found It And Wouldn't Accept Any Reward. People Are Good
Multa Nocte 3 weeks ago (edited)
This year when there was trick or treating in my village, at the end of the evening a little boy came up and was talking to me. He said that the next day at school he always takes extra candy in for the kids who didn't get as much as he did. I added a very large extra handful to his bucket. Young people can be awesome.
AP 3 weeks ago
One time my husband lost his phone in the lake. tried everything to find it---magnet fishing, diving with a snorkel, etc could not find it. he spent hours trying to find it, really worried about losing all the pictures on it. other people at the lake caught wind of what he was doing and also tried to find it. Hours later, a couple of boys found it (stepping on it underwater) and the entire lake let us know. We INSISTED on a reward for the boys. without them or the other people at the lake, we would have lost it forever.
ILoveMySon 3 weeks ago (edited)
My son made a rookie mistake and put his wallet on the dash of his boat. Yep, it flew out. A few days late, it was found and returned. Somehow, the c****m that I always insisted he carry had inflated.😅 His friends started carrying condoms as I had always suggested.
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Such A Nice Man
Sarah 3 weeks ago
Dublin bus drivers are the best. Will Wait if they see you running down the street. Will never pull away until an elderly person or disabled person is safely sat down. If you’re short a few pence they’ll tell you no bother
Lazy Panda 2 3 weeks ago
Don't ever go to the ones in the Lake District and expect the same! Saw one lady caterpulted down the stairs because the driver got impatient.
Load More Replies... Sarah 3 weeks ago
No way!! That’s my bus route . Now I want to know where you got lost. I’m home in Dublin currently and will be using tha very bus to get into town later!
Sarah 3 weeks ago (edited)
Didn’t get bus.. due to storm Claudia I lived it up like I was rich and got taxi. For those familiar with route.. in middle of pitch dark eve , close to the Dublin mountains. Hell (fire club) NO
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Huddo's sister 2 weeks ago
My sister and I were on a night rider bus at about 11 one night and well before our stop the driver said it was the last and he was heading back to the depot. We explained the app had said we could get closer to home and the driver offered to take us there even though it would mean he was late finishing work. If he hadn't, I don't know what we would have done. Although I have had one or two issues, the majority of bus drivers are really kind.
Lady Eowyn 3 weeks ago
Estate in UK is like housing development in US I think, I know it's not the big palatial house and grounds one thinks of in US.
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Saw This Woman At The Panda Express Off Broadway Buy Dinner For A Homeless Man And Literally Give Him The Crocs Off Her Feet. Happy Holidays, Oakland
TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago
You can always tell a good person by how they treat the most vulnerable. Be it a marginalized group such as the homeless, animals or any other criteria
#37
A Stranger Drew My Girlfriend And I Sitting At A Bar In Austin. He Didn’t Ask For Anything, He Just Set The Drawing On The Bar, Smiled, And Walked Away
The Big Bad 3 weeks ago
I draw in cafes, never crossed my mind to give them away. To scared people won't react well.
Jac Carr 3 weeks ago
Some may not and you'd have to shake that off but imagine the joy for the people who love it :-)
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Cool Dude Helping This Girl
Lady Eowyn 3 weeks ago
If you have asthma, even if it's mild, you should always have an emergency inhaler with you.
Midoribird Aoi 3 weeks ago
Considering the price of those things in the USA, she may not have had one. I am lucky I do.
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#39
She Crocheted All These Hats For A Local Shelter. It's Absolutely Incredible. Happy Holidays Everyone
ZombieMommy 3 weeks ago
There are a few ladies in my area that do this for hospitals, NICUs, foster kids. It's amazing
Philippa Davies 1 week ago
Yeah, one of my home care clients makes hats like these for the premmie babies at a local hospital. Such a kind and thoughtful thing to do.
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BookFanatic 3 weeks ago
Love this. There's an organization here that gives out free hats to chemo patients. I received one, and now I'm teaching myself crochet so I can give (at least) one back!
GrammyBeth 2 weeks ago
That’s a big bag of cute hats! After she retired, my sister-in-law started crocheting pretty hats and scarves for our local women’s shelter.
#40
I Got A Flat, And Although My BF Was On The Phone Trying To Help, I Was Struggling To Loosen The Lug Nuts
Then these guys came up. They spoke limited English but gestured toward the tire. They put my spare on, and I was back on the road in no time. I thanked them and tried to offer them $ to no avail.
Bgray450 3 weeks ago
I got a flat tire at the start of my first solo road trip when I was 19. I pulled over and was struggling to get my suitcases out of the trunk to get to the spare. A pickup truck full of HUGE Native American young men pulled up. (I live in AZ, I had just entered NM) Started up a conversation and it turns out they knew and had done business with my Dad, who sold building supplies on the Navajo/Hopi reservation. They did all the work, tucked me back into my little Coronet, and said "You tell TK the Bedoni boys said hi!"
Huddo's sister 2 weeks ago
This happened to my brother twice on the drive from Melbourne to Perth
#41
Thankful For This Nomad And His Shy Little Puppy Who Invited Us Into His Yurt For Milk Tea And Naan. Even Though He Has Little, He Didn’t Even Hesitate To Welcome Two Strangers
High in the Pamir Mountains on the China and Pakistan border, as the sun neared retirement, we walked the grasslands, crossed streams, observed livestock, and marveled at the yurts. When we came upon an elderly man tending to his cattle and goats, we asked him, in Chinese, if we could set up a tent just outside his yurt. This poor man seemed confused, so we used charades to draw the scene: folding hands like a tent and resting my head in my hands. The man understood this universal language and motioned us to follow him into his yurt. Apparently he thought we asked him to sleep in his home.
Inside the yurt was his young puppy, ever so shy. The yurt was decorated in many colors, pleasantly warm compared to the outside cold, and smelled of freshly made naan and milk tea. The old man offered us these goodies before we could even sit down. Such a simple yet profound experience.
embi miller 3 weeks ago
It often is the people with the least who reach out to share what little they have.
WubiDubi 2 weeks ago
Too true, this i why I would be more inclined to ask a poor person for help, rich people likely have little empathy as they've never needed to ask for public help. Yes this is stereotypical.
Load More Replies... TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago
Greatness transcends languages and borders. What an absolutely amazing experience
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
A more satisfied, comfortable and loved pupper would be hard to find.
T'Mar of Vulcan 3 weeks ago
Tell me where this is. I'd WALK to China (and I could; it would take me 2850 hours, but I could) for some good naan.
#42
So I Proposed To My Girlfriend Yesterday And A Stranger Came Past, Congratulated Us And Offered To Take A Picture With Their Drone
#43
His Help Restore My Faith In Humanity
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
Truly what we are meant to do in this world. Help each other. Living the RIGHT life.
Huddo's sister 2 weeks ago
This happened to me the first (and last) time I rode my bike to high school. I was riding with my brother and the chain came off my bike. Neither of us really knew how to fix it. Another kid came riding past, turned the bike upside down and fixed the chain easily. We thanked him and he just rode away.
Bi.Felicia 3 weeks ago
Dude should have opened his back tailgate and stood under that, while fixing little man's bike for him. At least they wouldn't have been as drenched.
#44
Definitely Won’t Regret It Once You Get Your First Call
Rob D 3 weeks ago
I just had my first be my eyes call about a month ago. Amazing service, highly recommend you get the app.
The Majestic Opossum 2 weeks ago
That's so cool!!! I'm going to download this now.
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Laura Lawson 3 weeks ago
My father is blind & has used this often! He also enjoys having a quick chat with that person, because he never knows who might pick or where they live.
brenna roisum 3 weeks ago
Can someone please explain how this works? I'm a bit confused about it being Facetime for blind people?
TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago
Video call, the person on the other side acts as eyes using the phone's camera during the video call for the caller.
Load More Replies... Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
Darnit (JK)!! Another thing I need to do with my spare time... Contribute to the greater good. Thank you for sharing.
wdx8fgsdk8 3 weeks ago
I have that too. I got a call the other day and was in a meeting and couldn't do it. I was so bummed. Hope I get another.
#45
I Cleaned A Home And I Found Around $1200. She Literally Had Money Everywhere. On The Floor And In Bags. I Gave Back All The Money
I'm an extreme cleaner in New York, and I help others with free cleaning. They have mental or physical issues. Please don't judge. She is super nice, and she left $50 on the countertop every day.
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
I wish I was physically able to do this. Funny thing... I have always enjoyed cleaning the homes of friends and relatives "just because", at the expense of the upkeep on my own abode.
Bi.Felicia 3 weeks ago
One time my best friend, who used to be my next door neighbor and I decided to swap houses. I cleaned her house and she did mine, both houses looked great when we were finished. It made us both feel nice and appreciated for all the work we put in and we did a much better job on each other's houses than we would have done at our own. Thanks for triggering this good memory, sadly my best friend of 25 years passed away at the end of January 2025 and I miss her. Remembering this put a smile on my face, though. 😊
Load More Replies... Sally Moen 3 weeks ago
I watched a Kdrama about a family of trauma cleaners, and one time they cleaned an apt with bl00d on the floor from the deceased person, and in the bl00d was thousands in currency, all stained. They were able to assure the victim's family that the currency could be washed and exchanged for new bills at the bank. People that do extreme cleaning have extraordinary knowledge and skills
#46
Wholesome Tall People
Big Chungus 3 weeks ago
It reminds me when I went to a conference and the guy next to me randomly asked if I was allergic to peanuts and asked the girl on his other side, i was confused until he took out a peanut butter sandwich. Never has anyone actually been thoughtful enough to make sure no one was allergic before he ate peanuts.
Nova Rook 3 weeks ago
Yes, the OP was glad someone else was blocked and the tall guy high fived about ruining the other guys night.
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That’s So Sweet
#48
A Stranger Paid For, Dried And Folded My Laundry When I, Completely Overwhelmed With Stress And Anxiety From School, Accidentally Fell Asleep
#49
I Found The Perfect Chair For My Classroom Online For $30, And Then This Happened
Sarah Baker 3 weeks ago
In the UK, infant school is for children aged four to seven years old, covering the Reception year and Years 1 and 2. This phase typically runs from the September after a child turns four until they are ready to move to junior school, which is for children aged seven to 11.
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Smeghead Tribble Down Under 3 weeks ago
Bit rude asking her to wash the cushions. Do that yourself after you get it. For free.
moggiemoo 3 weeks ago
She wasn't asking the seller to wash them just if they can be taken off and washed.
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Hunched Over, Letting My 10 Month Old "Walk" To The Truck, I Saw This Outside An Albertsons, Under A Bush, Completely Blank
As a struggling stay-at-home dad, we could have really used this. Turned it into the counter, turns out it's an old man's rent $ and he'd been stressing all day about it.
Jac Carr 3 weeks ago
I found €150 in a field while walking my dog. That could be a month's rent for one of our young immigrant workers who share overcrowded flats together so I posted about it on social media and called the police to see if anyone had reported it and checked with them again a week later. No-one came forward so I took my two besties out for dinner
SadFatTortilla 3 weeks ago
Oh my gosh, one time I had just purchased a money order for $800 at Walmart and when I got to the office to pay, it was gone! I was losing my mind because there was no way I could afford to replace it. I went back to look at the walmart and an employee saw me looking under shelves etc and I explained to her what happened and she was like Oh the shoe dept lady just turned that into our cash office! I couldn't believe it! It was blank, anyone could have taken it. So thankful!
Sally Moen 3 weeks ago
Ah geez, that is so cool. People that use money orders often don't have bank accounts, and landlords typically don't take cash for rent
#51
I Quote Myself, “Wholesomeness On A Higher Level”
#52
A Random Stranger From Germany Saved My Mom's Life A Few Years Ago. Yesterday My Mom Received This
Made me smile, and tear up a little... good tears. The letter has been held back for a period of time and is not dated, but we are just over 3 years from the stem cell transplant procedure. My mom has gotten to spend several more years with us and my children, and hopefully many more to come. All because of the kindness and caring for humanity from a complete stranger from the other side of the world (we are Canadian).
She was given about 6 months to live just before the donor was found. Thank you, kind stranger. Hopefully, you won't be a stranger for much longer. We will 100% be reaching out.
Big Chungus 3 weeks ago
My mom was given a couple years before she got a heart transplant, and I wish we could thank the donors family but unfortunately we have no information
TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago (edited)
I sent in a test for bone marrow. I got told there was a match so I drove to Kansas City to donate. I hope it helped someone. I'll never know if it did, but the person who saved your mother is a hero and I hope their family knows their loved one saved someone else's loved one
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#53
This Incredibly Happy Baby
Anonymouse 3 weeks ago (edited)
Took my wife through dairy queen for a cone, the car in front of us at the drive through had a sad little boy in the back. We waved to him, and he was so excited! We were laughing and smiling, dancing to the music on the radio and generally sending out positive thoughts to him, he started smiling and waving back! When we got to the window, they had paid for our cones! +1 to waving to little kids in line!
#54
The Kindness Of Strangers Saved My Family During A Horrible Experience
I never post anything, but I have to share this experience my family and I had today. This picture is of the immigration line entering CUN airport.
Everyone here waited at least 2 hours, many of them waited even longer because nobody knew where the lines were. While deep in this mass of sweaty, angry people, my youngest daughter (1) had a full-on meltdown, leading to her projectile vomiting on her mother. While I could speak at length on the failings of the airport that led to this inhumane situation, I want to focus on what happened next.
In tears and worried about our daughter's health, my wife begged me to do something about the situation, so in a last-ditch effort, I ran to the front of the line and begged someone to let us skip the front. To my surprise, every single person, people who were overheated and angry, told me I could move my family to the front of the line. Complete strangers helped me move all of our luggage and the stroller to the front, allowing us to get our baby girl hydrated and cooled down.
These kind strangers all chose to do the right thing even at their own expense, and I will be forever grateful to them. They made me smile, but more importantly, they made me hopeful.
highwaycrossingfrog 3 days ago
Similar experience in San Fran, although we didn't even have a vomiting baby. Friend and I are trying to make our connecting flight to Hawaii, but we're delayed and the line is soooo long, like a couple of hours and we only have an hour or less to our flight. The huge kindness of a lovely New Zealander in front of us where the massive line looped back around let us cut in and knocked an hour off our wait. We made the flight.
#55
Someone Put A Sharpie And Post-Its In The Women’s Locker Room At The Gym, And This Was The Result
Parmeisan 3 weeks ago
Pookie just taking things in a bit of a different direction haha. Still complimentary!
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CaliPanda 3 weeks ago
I live close to river with an extremely high bridge over it. Unfortunately, it is a magnet for those who choose to end their lives. A wonderful person started a similar movement to post life-affirming notes on the bridge, so that those pondering their end know they are loved and worthy.
BookFanatic 3 weeks ago
There's a great book--Operation Beautiful by Caitlin Boyle--where the author chronicles her habit of leaving uplifting sticky-notes in ladies' rooms.
#56
Remember To Be Nice To Others
I was going through a really rough day and decided to text my best friend's number. He passed in 2021. Needless to say, I was incredibly humbled and grateful for this stranger.
Zac 3 weeks ago
good god that "yo man call me" at midnight with no response is tough. that was him trying to check on his buddy who was probably already gone. ive sent unanswered texts like that before. never gets easier.
Denise Knight 3 weeks ago
I was sitting outside in the sun. Texted my brother who I shared the house with, telling him that he should come outside as it was lovely in the sunshine. Received no response. Went to check on him a while later as the sun set. Colin had passed on his bed. Semi-cold already. He probably ascended as I sent the earlier message. RIP Colin. Run and dance in heavenly sunshine. 💜
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Strangers Help To Shelter A Dog Tied To A Lamppost And Left Out In The Rain
Paulina 2 weeks ago
You don't know why it was left there! Maybe it wasn't raining when they got there? Or this dog belongs to a person experiencing homelessness? Or even to a person who can't leave the dog alone at home (for whatever reason) but had to go out to the store that doesn't allow dogs inside? It's easy to judge. Be more like the people in the photo - help out instead.
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This is so cute. My dog loves the rain (and frolicking in it!), but I wouldn't leave him outside on his own in a torrential downpour. The tail between the dogs legs, show he was sad, well done those brolly angels.
Paulina 2 weeks ago
They might also be afraid - of being alone, of the rain, of the strangers so close to them... There's many reasons for a dog to tuck in it's tail. What's important, is the nice gesture of sheltering the dog from the rain.
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#58
Someone Drove 10 Miles To Deliver My Purse Home 2 Days After I Lost It
They didn’t take any of the money from it, and didn’t leave a name, so I can’t thank them properly. So whoever you are, you are pretty hacking wonderful.
#59
Rest In Peace, Midas
#61
I Sell On Ebay And Got This In The Mailbox Today
#62
A Stranger Knocked On My Door And Gave Me A Homemade Thanksgiving Dinner Last Night And Saved Me From Eating Truckstop Pizza For Dinner
Barbara Hill 2 weeks ago
Yummy looking. It was a sweet thing to do. enough food for two meals too.
#63
A Stranger Helps A Fellow Passenger Through An In-Flight Panic Attack
On a flight into NYC today. On the left of the aisle was a young woman. On the other side of the aisle is an older guy. They were traveling separately. We hit some turbulence coming into land, and the young woman started to have a full-blown panic attack.
The man reached across the aisle, tapped her gently on the shoulder, and asked if she was ok. She turned to him and grabbed his hand so tightly, tears streaming down her face. She said, "I can't do this," and he calmly said, "We're going to be fine. You'll see."
The man just let her grip his hand all the way until we landed. She calmed down, and once we landed, grabbed his hand with both of hers and said thank you. In a country where it feels pretty divided, this was just a wonderful moment to witness.
#64
So Cute
#65
Aww
#66
At 7-Eleven, I Asked The Cashier How Much For 8 Wings, She Says 10.50, Then I Asked How Much For 6 Wings, She Says 7.50, I Said Then I Will Take The 6 Wings
She smiles at me and says, “I think I understand.” Then she charged me for 6 wings, and when I got home, I realized she had given me 8 wings.
#67
Saw This Guy At Walmart Buying All Of Their Remaining Santa Hats
I asked what he was buying them for he said, "I do this every year after Christmas and donate them to children's hospitals for next year".
#68
This Guy Lugged Up Dry Ice And Boxes Of Ice Cream Sandwiches To Give Out To Passing Hikers. Huron Peak, Colorado, USA
#69
It's A Lot More Difficult Than You'd Think To Write In Pepperoni
#70
A Lady Donated Around 25k Of Cat Food To Help Me Feed A Colony Of Cats
Honestly, feeding 8 cats plus another 2 that came from outside the colony and already having pets at home, feeding them long-term wasn’t really in my budget, even though I was buying an economic pack. A bag of 1k lasted me two days.
So I asked in a community app if someone would like to help me feed them or have food laying around that could donate. Two ladies responded to me. One had leftovers due to her cat passing away due to renal failure(rest in peace), and another lady said that she was given the food and gave it to me. A total angel.
The food will last me more than a month, and I’ll use that time to save money to continue feeding the cats. I’m just so happy, and these acts of kindness fill my heart with hope. And because of that, another time, three people donated beds they don’t spend as much time on the street, which is good. Honestly, they are my free therapy.
nottheactualphoto 3 weeks ago
Right; at first I thought it was €25k or $25k. That's a lot of cat food!
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Serena Myers 3 weeks ago
I don't know if this happens in every corner of the globe, but if you have a cat basket that your cat has outgrown, or some food they didn't like, or some spare toys, ask your vet if they have any use for them. Our vet is doing a "Christmas Drive" at the moment, they will accept (almost!) anything and give it out to animal sanctuaries so that nothing is wasted.
#71
A Stranger Noticed That My Wife And I Have A Cat Art Wall And Left Us A New Piece
WindySwede 3 weeks ago
Cat in pic: 🎵 "What the hell am I doin' here?" 🎵 - oh yeah, drinking water!
#72
This Nice Guy
#74
A Stranger Just Gave Me This
George Costanza 3 weeks ago
100% of them? I like the sentiment, but that's pretty optimistic for anyone.
#75
Was Shoveling Mulch On The Side Of The Road When These Two Stopped In To Help. They Were On Their Lunch Break And Decided To Help A Stranger
KatWitch57 3 weeks ago
If everyone helped just one person every day, we'd all get through this a lot better.
#76
I’m At A Resort In Mexico Enjoying The Evening Vibes On My Balcony. I Sneezed And A Stranger Yelled Bless You! And I Yelled Back A Thank You. Wholesome
Blackmoon The Dragon 3 weeks ago
We've seen this on cruise ships before with people yelling across the water/cabins
#77
I Leave Kind Letters & Gifts For Strangers Around My Town
#78
I’ve Been Running A Bakery Out Of My Apartment And A Kind Stranger Reached Out To Me
TheReader19 2 weeks ago
It's so nice when people take time to let a business know that they're doing a good job.
#79
Stories Like This Make Me So Happy
Novlette Williams 3 weeks ago
Yes as it's their child and they can choose the name they want.
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In My College’s Caf And This Happened. Thank You Stranger
#81
Leaving For Work When I Found 3 Strangers Helping Free A Squirrel That Somehow Got His Head Stuck Between The Pickets Of My Fence
TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago
You can always judge the character of someone by how they treat the most vulnerable
#82
A Friendly Stranger Let Her Sit In His Lamborghini Aventador. How Many Other Children Can Say They’ve Done This? Or Adults For That Matter
#83
The Previous Reader Left A Note In My Library Book
Phantom Phoenix 3 weeks ago
I have a copy of Atomic Habits on loan from my local library. I'm gonna copy this for when I return it!
#85
It Was So Cute
#87
Having A Bad Time And A Stranger Gave Me This And Now I’m Crying Even More Than I Already Was
So I was at lunch with my family and it wasn’t going well so I got up and left because I needed to just not be there for a bit. I was sitting on a stone wall, and there was a landscaper nearby that saw me and asked if I was okay. A few minutes later he came over and handed me this and said he didn’t speak much English but wrote his number on the back if I wanted to talk to someone. I’m having a pretty bad afternoon, and this is one of the nicest things someone has done for me in a very long time. I’m not even religious at all, but just the fact that he cared enough about a stranger to do this was just very heartwarming, especially when I was just not having a good time.
#88
This Was Left Anonymously On My Doorstep Today. Blank Envelope, I Imagine Some Kind Stranger Must Be Dropping Them Off At Multiple Houses. So Cute
Brandi VanSteenwyk 3 weeks ago
Something wholesome to do with those little hobbies that keep our hands and minds busy and out of trouble. A very good idea since not all family members and friends are able to keep up the guise of wanting more and more of the results.
#90
Lost The Remote For My Speakers At The Park The Other Day, Came Back A Week Later To Find This. Thanks Random Stranger
#91
Had A Nice Conversation With A Young Lady At The Register While I Waited. Didn’t Find This Until I Got Home And Opened The Bag
Margaret Shannon 3 weeks ago
A d**n shame, but centuries of men behaving badly have led to this. If good men didn’t allow bad men to get away with their bad acts, things would improve.
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#92
My Wallet Was Stolen Out Of My Car A Few Nights Ago And I Found This At My Front Door This Morning. Thank You, Kind Stranger
#93
I Was Having A Pretty Awful Day Till A Random Stranger Drove By And Gave Me This
I'm going to buy a stranger a coffee tomorrow.
#94
Thank You Kind Stranger, I Will Forever Be In Your Debt
Zig Zag Wanderer 2 weeks ago
Super effective Life Hack to avoid speeding fines: DON'T BLOODY SPEED!
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A Kind Stranger Found My Girlfriend's Keys And Left Them For Us. Faith In Humanity Restored
#96
Accidentally Backed Into Her Car The Night Before
#97
Fooled Her Into Getting A “Photo” Taken. Thank You Strangers For Completing This Perfect Day
#98
A Stranger Left This On My Front Porch This Morning
Multa Nocte 3 weeks ago
They're Canadian - I'm surprised they didn't apologise for finding it. ;-)
Novlette Williams 3 weeks ago
They probably did, internally. We can't help it.
Load More Replies... Bruce Mardle 2 weeks ago
For future reference, any other cash you find in the front yard is mine. Any front yard 😁
#99
My Husband Lost His Wedding Ring In The Sea Yesterday. A Strange Man Has Just Returned It To Him. He Wouldn't Accept Any Money
Serena Myers 3 weeks ago
Did the ring have his name/number/address/email inscribed on the inside? Otherwise how would the "strange man" have known where to return it?
#100
My Daughter (7) Randomly Started Unloading The Stranger's Behind Us Cart In The Grocery Store
Zig Zag Wanderer 2 weeks ago
Will do this (or more likely ask daughter to do it, she does happily) for anyone looking old and finding shopping a bit much. It beats standing doing nothing!
#102
17 Days Ago My Car Was Stolen. 13 Days Ago I Lost My Job. Had 2 Job Interviews Today And Another Tomorrow. Thank You Kind Stranger
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Gordon 3 weeks ago
When I was homeless, I stole a sandwich from a small store. The owner caught me, I told him I was homeless and started to cry as I had no money for food and he told me that I could work it off by stocking shelves, sweepeing, whatever. I did and he fed me. I cam in every day, worked for about an hour and he would pay me in food and smokes on the condition I told no one. I never did and he was always kind.
Samantha H 2 weeks ago
Gordon that is a touching story, hope you are doing much better now.
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nicholas nolan 3 weeks ago
I got thirty or so in when I realized I'm far, far too tired to read any more. I hope you guys are all having a great day.
JoRo 3 weeks ago
At least you'll go to sleep happy after reading the 30. Have a good rest, it sounds needed.
Load More Replies... TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago (edited)
This was beautiful. I LOVE hearing about the good. A complete list of beautiful people. All we ever hear is the bad. This is a nice change
Samantha H 2 weeks ago
I really enjoy reading uplifting posts, it really does restore my faith in humanity. Years ago when I was stopped at a Motorway cafe, I found a wallet in the Ladies room. I picked it up and found contact details for the owner and returned it the next day. A couple of years later my daughter lost her wallet in a railway station, she was upset and crying and didn't think she would see it again. Her phone rang at the moment and a kind lady had found it and wished to return it, my daughter was overjoyed and wanted to give her some money, but the lady wouldn't accept it. More recently I was with a friend who lost her phone when we were in a Park, she was devastated, I told her I would keep calling it in the hope someone would answer, a lady did so and returned it, my friend also wanted to reward her but the lady was happy the phone got back to its owner. It is such a good feeling when people do kind things.
Gordon 3 weeks ago
When I was homeless, I stole a sandwich from a small store. The owner caught me, I told him I was homeless and started to cry as I had no money for food and he told me that I could work it off by stocking shelves, sweepeing, whatever. I did and he fed me. I cam in every day, worked for about an hour and he would pay me in food and smokes on the condition I told no one. I never did and he was always kind.
Samantha H 2 weeks ago
Gordon that is a touching story, hope you are doing much better now.
Load More Replies... nicholas nolan 3 weeks ago
I got thirty or so in when I realized I'm far, far too tired to read any more. I hope you guys are all having a great day.
JoRo 3 weeks ago
At least you'll go to sleep happy after reading the 30. Have a good rest, it sounds needed.
Load More Replies... TACO Don's Authentic TexMex 3 weeks ago (edited)
This was beautiful. I LOVE hearing about the good. A complete list of beautiful people. All we ever hear is the bad. This is a nice change
Samantha H 2 weeks ago
I really enjoy reading uplifting posts, it really does restore my faith in humanity. Years ago when I was stopped at a Motorway cafe, I found a wallet in the Ladies room. I picked it up and found contact details for the owner and returned it the next day. A couple of years later my daughter lost her wallet in a railway station, she was upset and crying and didn't think she would see it again. Her phone rang at the moment and a kind lady had found it and wished to return it, my daughter was overjoyed and wanted to give her some money, but the lady wouldn't accept it. More recently I was with a friend who lost her phone when we were in a Park, she was devastated, I told her I would keep calling it in the hope someone would answer, a lady did so and returned it, my friend also wanted to reward her but the lady was happy the phone got back to its owner. It is such a good feeling when people do kind things.
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