Brother refuses to let his sister borrow his car because she’s crashed 2 cars in the past year: ‘She got mad and said I’m selfish. My mom says I should help because she’s family.’

Third time is not a charm. There is a huge portion of the population who should not drive. They have gotten one too many tickets or accidents, and have proven that they are not fit to be on the road. It’s really unfortunate that most people need to drive to participate in society in 98% …
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Elderly father brought to tears when compassionate stranger covers his groceries after he’s struggling to pay at checkout, inspiring his daughter to pass that kindness on: ‘You can pay me back by doing the same for someone else’

We’re part of a society that craves love and kindness, but does not always know how to ask for it.  Kindness is a domino effect that starts from one act and leads to many more. Often in life, we are distracted by the BIG things: family, careers, that we often forget how important the little …
Seguir leyendo Elderly father brought to tears when compassionate stranger covers his groceries after he’s struggling to pay at checkout, inspiring his daughter to pass that kindness on: ‘You can pay me back by doing the same for someone else’

Woman makes free lunches for down-and-out sister, she complains they’re too ‘bourgeois,’ demand she change them: ‘The lack of appreciation is astounding’

Making lunch for someone is kind of the ultimate act of love. It’s simple, but it’s always appreciated. When I was a kid, my mom would pack me a school lunch, and on the days when she’d leave a note, It would boost my day a hundredfold. It really is the simple things you do …
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30 Therapy Memes and Tweets for Humor-Seeking Better Mental Health Supporters

At this point, we should be able to accept that therapy is a net positive for humanity. While it’s not necessary for everyone, it’s an incredible resource for many individuals. I’ve seen a lot of people decry it as some sort of scam for weak-minded people throughout my life. Sure, not every therapist is incredible. …
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Privileged Person Inspires Debate Over Asking Friends to Help With Moving

If you’ve spent any time on Twitter over the past couple of years, you’re probably aware that many people who frequent the site have a pretty flawed concept of friendship. It seems that doing anything for one’s friends, besides the bare freaking minimum, can be seen as «emotional labor.» Don’t even get us started on …
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Apparent Rich Person Inspires Debate Over Asking Friends to Help With Moving

If you’ve spent any time on Twitter over the past couple of years, you’re probably aware that many people who frequent the site have a pretty flawed concept of friendship. It seems that doing anything for one’s friends, besides the bare freaking minimum, can be seen as «emotional labor.» Don’t even get us started on …
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