Kindness Stories / Feel Good Stories

Why Do Bad Things Happen?

By Coach Muller on November 02, 2014 / 8,015 views

There are times in some people's lives when it seems like they were "dealt a bad hand." Why is it that sometimes people face unforeseeable disease, pain and death? We sometimes ask... why do bad things happen to good people? Why is it that a horrible and deadly sickness can strike a person while others live long and healthy lives? Simply put... why do bad things happen? I recently read this following short...

What Makes Us Happy

By Red on October 31, 2014 / 6,946 views

I have been practicing the art of happiness long before doing this research. The thing that helped me the most at becoming a happier person being appreciative of what I have. This single technique transformed me into a completely different person. Being appreciative also helped me rid of "If I X, I will be happy" thoughts. It is very important to understand that we are capable of being happy in the now. What can...

The Cheapest Charity

By Elizabeth on October 30, 2014 / 4,974 views

have you ever smiled to anyone? even strangers? if you do, then congratulations! without you being aware of, you have turned someone's life brighter. Your precious smile may bring positive vibes to hers. With that, she started think and be positive all day that could bring happiness to others' lives as well. So smile a lot!...

I Know There Are A Lot Of Things I Don't Know...

By Jim Willett on October 29, 2014 / 3,543 views

Things about the universe, about our world, and about other people. Especially what others experience or how they feel. I have no idea what it's like to be from another country besides Canada, or another culture, skin color, gender, or sexual orientation. I've never been bullied, or faced discrimination, because of what I look like on the outside. So who am I--are any of us--to judge someone when we don't know...

What It's All About

By Joseph J. Mazzella on October 29, 2014 / 22,086 views

When I was in college I didn't attend many football games. I didn't go to many functions. I wasn't to be found at the bars or parties either. When I wasn't in class, my dorm room, or spending time with my friends there was usually only one place to find me: the library. I would spend hours there after class and on the weekends surrounded by books. I was fascinated by the amount of knowledge that was stored...

Thank You For Your Love

By Rae Of Sunshine on October 28, 2014 / 3,880 views

17 years ago this man decided to step up to marry my mom and adopt me! Now I'm in my senior year of college and owe so much of my success to his support and love. You can pick your nose, your friends, and your family....

Relay Race

By LoveLife on October 28, 2014 / 31,883 views

As I was walking along the street recently I overheard a girl talikng on her phone. She was walking ahead of me and speaking quite loudly. It was a quiet street and there was only the two of us in sight, so even though I wasn't trying to eavesdrop on her conversation, it was difficult not to do so. What I gathered from her situation was that she was in desperate need of a not too large sum of money and she needed it...

Must. Reach. Pumpkin.

By Willow on October 27, 2014 / 5,999 views

Our family got together and made cat toys, because, and you probably can relate, they end up losing every new toy within a day. So here he is with a cute little pumpkin stuffed with well, stuffing, and catnip. Leo is the name of the crazy cat in the picture. He hasn't lost the new toys...yet....

A Mom's Letter

By Nic Paclibar on October 26, 2014 / 20,791 views

Dear Son, What do you tell to a son that is responsible, serious to a fault and sensitive? Let me begin by telling you of how proud I am of what you are. What you are is what you will be – this I truly believe looking at you. You have never caused me to worry and I always admire your focus to tasks at hand. At times you need prodding but this does not mean you have let go, simply a short break you would say....

Brett And Hazel

By Penn on October 24, 2014 / 3,516 views

About 10 years ago when I worked at McDonald's, an elderly couple would come in every Sunday Morning. He would order a decaf coffee with a bran muffin and she would get an egg Mcmuffin with tomatoes. At the time I was what McDonald's calls a 'host'. Basically my job was to walk around the lobby, make sure it's clean, and interact with customers and ask them if there is anything I can do for them. Most customers...

The Tracks We Leave

By Joseph J. Mazzella on October 22, 2014 / 25,750 views

When I was a boy I used to love walking in the woods around my home. My Mom warned me several times never to travel so far that I would lose sight of the house. Being a typical boy, however, I soon found myself hiking further and further away, testing just how far I could go into the woods without getting lost. After losing my way once for two hours, though, I decided that I had better leave a trail the next time I...

When A Grandmother Calls

By Genma Holmes on October 22, 2014 / 4,653 views

My maternal grandparents helped shape my thoughts, values, and paved paths for me even when I was not aware of them doing so. They gave me the audacity to dream and prepared me to take giant leaps in life by being loving and supportive. Now that I am a grandparent, I want 'Grand Prince' to have that same confidence to dream big and know he is loved and supportive. Being a grandparent has taught me a love that I...

Married Or Not... You Should Read This Husband's Story

By Sunny Skyz on October 21, 2014 / 260,573 views

When I got home that night my wife served dinner. I held her hand and said, "I've got something to tell you." She sat down and ate quietly. Again I observed the hurt in her eyes. Suddenly I didn't know how to open my mouth. But I had to let her know what I was thinking about divorce. I raised the topic calmly. She didn't seem to be annoyed by my words, instead she asked me softly, "Why?" I avoided her...

What 30 Years Can Bring

By KC on October 20, 2014 / 4,019 views

Thirty years ago tonight I was sitting in a hotel room learning my lines! I was in a bit of a dither, awash in anticipation and trepidation for the occasion looming on the morrow. I surmise that across town there was a young lady who was a cool and calm as could be, with all plans go. I felt, and still feel, I might add, the most fortunate of young men, for when I asked her to marry me she neither snorted with...

Slow Dancing

By Lucky on October 18, 2014 / 3,659 views

Just now we were relaxing in the living room on our computers listening to music. "The Way You Look Tonight" came on and about halfway through the song he got up and offered his hand to me. He then pulled me up and started slow dancing with me. Such a simple thing made me so happy I was trying not to cry. There we were, slow dancing in the living room, gently kissing. I can't believe I got so lucky....

Celebrating Kindness Today And Everyday

By KindnessU on October 17, 2014 / 6,916 views

We all want the same thing: happy, brave, wise, courageous and inspired kids. What do all of these kids have in common? They give and receive kindness. And while kindness matters every day, the observance of World Kindness Day on November 13 gives parents, teachers, friends, and caregivers the chance to highlight the importance of practicing kindness to the kids of our communities. Why does kindness matter? Let’s...

It's All True.

By Happy Happy on October 16, 2014 / 6,169 views

I no sooner was walking in the prison yard one fine sunny day when a tough and hardened con shouted in my face; What are you looking at??? Without the slightest hesitations I put my arm around an imaginarily person, and blurted out; Just talking to my friend Happy Ness here. Well, honest to goodness that got his attention, and he came over to me, and gave me a raised fisted salute, and said; I heard about you. You...