Happiness & Hope

Need a pick-me-up? These feel-good tales of people changing the world for the better will restore your confidence in humanity and put a spring in your step.

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The Life Changing Work of a Master Craftsman

Behind the doors of Blue Ox Millworks, Eric Hollenbeck passes down generations of knowledge, instilling a sense of pride and healing with his work. By sharing the love for his craft, this woodworker is helping high schoolers and veterans alike find their own healing.

Life is Sweeter with Unlikely Friends

Think of the friends you hold dearest in life. Would you still support them the same way even if you didn't speak the same language? Here's a story that will remind you that friendship is far more than the things that divide us.

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Transforming Detroit One Beehive at a Time!

Could vacant lots actually hold the potential to make cities healthier? Take a look at how this couple is transforming Detroit's many vacant lots into an oasis for urban beekeeping and enriching their community!

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Principal Wayman’s Recipe for Changing Schools and Lives

Want to get the best out of every unique child? Build a system of support that includes at least one caring adult in every child's life. Here is one of the most powerful TED Talks you will ever have the pleasure of watching!

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Discover the Man Who Sees Only with Sound! He’s Redefining What’s “Impossible”!

Daniel Kish has no eyes yet he can see the world around him using sound, much like a dolphin or bat, and he's teaching us all to redefine what seems impossible.

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The Simple Secrets to Bring More Joy to Life!

Do you want to experience more joy? It's actually pretty easy to make that happen! Joy is a deeply ingrained part of who we are, and there are small actions we can all take to surround ourselves with more of it. Take a look!

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Our Phones are Designed to be Addicting. But Here’s How We Can Take Back Control!

Want to taste true freedom? Turns out our phones are designed to make us slaves to their allure. Here are the keys to understanding what's going on and breaking free!

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Why Would One Man Fill 600 Potholes?

Now here's an inspiring story of turning a personal loss into wonderful progress for all! Thousands of people die every year just because of the potholes littering India's roads. And after his own son lost his life, this father became the change the country needs. Just check out the impact he's having...

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When Everything Seems Dark, Here’s How to Find Some Light

The next time you or someone you love faces a heartbreaking turn of events, there is a recipe for the resilience it takes to come out the other side of a loss with a remarkable sense of progress. Here's a story that gives us all the keys to unimagined possibilities!

Alaffia: Proof that Traditions are a Global Resource We Can All Enjoy!

Does economic prosperity always have to come at the cost of tradition? Or can tradition help us create an even better business model? Let us introduce you to Alaffia, a company that has found a way to harness centuries of knowledge to empower a new generation of skilled craftswomen.

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How You Can Help Remove Thousands of Pounds of Litter from our Planet Every Year!

Look almost anywhere and you'll see litter, so what can we do to be better stewards of the environment? Why not join a growing movement of people taking little steps to collect thousands of pounds of litter, together! Heres a story that will inspire you to get involved.

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The Unexpected Ways Surfing is Helping Youth Heal

Life is tough, but it's a whole lot easier when we're around people who share similar experiences in a no pressure environment. Waves for Change is one of the organizations out there harnessing the power of sport and play to create environments where children are able to open up and heal!