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8 Stories of Kindness
Do good and take care! We could all use a little more compassion and empathy. This Deep Dive shares the simple yet powerful stories of kindness that have changed many lives. You’ll also learn about the psychology behind altruism. We hope these podcasts inspire you to get in the mood to give back.
jennxLast Updated: Jul 4th, 2020
1. What does a man discover when he does five random acts of kindness a day? That kindness is contagious.
Listen to this heartwarming episode on how little acts of kindness can create ripple effects in our communities.
mm recommended:Mar 31st, 2020
That anecdote about the little girl coming back for another flower to give to more people gave me all the feels 🥰
Making Kindness Contagious
by The Science of Happiness
2. A mysterious group of gift givers transformed a family’s deep sadness into joy.
A family suffering a loss receives a stream of touching gifts from an anonymous group called the Secret Sisters. Find out who these mysterious women are:
epekilis recommended:Mar 2nd, 2020
Messy cried my way through this
Secret Sisters
by Kind World
😊 Giving leads to happiness. Here’s a playlist on the pursuit of happiness:
3. A magic trick changed the life of an holocaust survivor forever. Never underestimate the magic of kindness.
How the magic of kindness helped me survive the Holocaust | Werner Reich
TED Talks Daily
11:01 | Jan 27th, 2020
1 recommendation
Holocaust survivor Werner Reich recounts his harrowing adolescence as a prisoner transported between concentration camps -- and shares how a small, kind act can inspire a lifetime of compassion. "If y...Show More
4. Food is love! A dumpling restaurant serves up warm plates of compassion during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mei Mei is a Boston restaurant committed to equity and justice. They delivered 15,000 pounds of groceries to 450 immigrant families and essential workers.
Irene Li, the celebrated chef of Boston's Mei Mei, discusses her commitment to helping mom-and-pop restaurants and immigrant families survive during the pandemic. Plus, how a longtime customer help...Show More
5. May a simple cup of coffee start off a journey of 1000 thank-yous.
Practice gratitude by recognizing the worth of others.
We often forget to say the words "thank you." But can those two words change how you — and those around you — look at the world? This hour, TED speakers on the power of gratitude and appreciation. Gue...Show More
6. Mr. Rogers made grown adults cry because he’s the genius of empathy and kindness.
This podcast series brings the beloved children's television icon back into the spotlight. Hear how Mr. Rogers impacted children and adults:
cesarm recommended:Oct 25th, 2019
“Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” was one of the most powerful documentaries of last year.. This 10 part miniseries following Fred Rogers lessons on empathy is so welcomed in these polarizing times.
A Genius of Empathy
by Finding Raffi
7. What do the brains of altruistic people look like? The extreme opposite of psychopaths.
What do the brains of altruistic people look like? The extreme opposite of psychopaths.
Helping others feels good, but why do some go farther than others? This hour, TED speakers explore ideas about altruism — what motivates us to be altruistic, what limits us and do we ever go too far. ...Show More
8. Finally, take a peek behind the science of compassion.
Learn how reciprocity and empathy can impact the lives of others and our own.
On this week's episode of Hidden Brain, we'll explore the science of compassion, and how being kind to others can make a real difference in your own life.
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