Inspiring Stories

A-List actor Tom Cruise, 61, is known for many things. He’s A Scientologist! He’s an adrenaline junkie with a taste for death-defying stunts! He’s the guy with his shoes on Oprah’s couch! But where certain celebs are known for their traumatic childhoods and heroic origin stories, the controversial Cruise (born Thomas Cruise Mapother IV), keeps

Working in the service industry is more than just taking customer’s orders and hoping for a good tip. There’s a lot of spinning plates — literally. Servers are typically on their feet for their entire shift. If the restaurant is short-staffed and busy? Shifts can often last 12 or 14 hours. The holidays are coming

Stepping into a gym for the first time as a fitness novice can be a pretty intimidating experience. For some, it’s even downright terrifying. The gym can feel like a toxic environment for those just starting their fitness journey. For lots of people, it’s easy to feel like they don’t fit in. In fact, there’s

“It takes a village” might be one of our favorite family quotes, but this story is even more proof there’s truth to the saying. When Kim Bellus learned her son was ineligible to take the bus to school, it was a neighbor who stepped in with remarkable kindness to help them out. The Long Walk

James Anderson is a father, a plumber, and to many in the United Kingdom, a “godsend.” In 2017, Anderson closed his private business and devoted himself entirely to helping disabled and elderly people with their plumbing issues — for free (with that said, here are some kindness quotes). Why a Plumber Didn’t Charge an Elderly

In a routine quest for donuts for a work meeting, a seemingly simple trip took an unexpected turn, shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and how one careless person can cause more harm than they think. In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s pretty easy to slip into

Communication is essential to daily life. It’s how we express ourselves, tell others what we need, and make social connections and bonds. So imagine living in a world where so few people speak your language, and how isolating that might feel. It’s a feeling one woman grew up with as a result of her hearing

In the heart of a White Castle, where the scent of sliders meets the whispers of vows, a couple recently tied the knot, weaving together a tale of love, resilience, and the unexpected kindness of a fast-food haven. Jamie West, the bride, reflects on a poignant chapter of her life that unfolded in the 1990s.

In the heart of Fort Smith, Arkansas, a chance encounter at Target turned a routine shopping trip into a poignant moment of connection and compassion. Colby and Alyssa Hacker, accompanied by their friendly 18-month-old son, Owen, were perusing the toy aisle when Owen, in his innocent exuberance, couldn’t resist greeting everyone with his cheerful “hi”

In the quiet charm of Lakeside Park in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, where winter blankets everything in a soft layer of snow, a poignant scene unfolded. City workers Jerrod Ebert and Kevin Schultz stumbled upon an unexpected visitor, defying the cold to express a love that transcended time. What Two City Workers Observed on a