Watch Nic Cage Choke Back Emotion, Meeting Coast Guard Heroes to Thank Them for Hurricane Work
Nicolas Cage was in Alabama filming his new film and stopped by to thank first responders – he got emotional, calling them heroes with giant hearts.
Gratitude
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In Honor of Man Who Rescued Her 68 Years Ago, Woman Has Donated 16 Gallons of Blood
After a truck driver saved Janis Martinez's life 68 years ago, she has never stopped paying it forward from one compassionate deed.
In Tears, Syrian Girl Thanks Her New Nation on Canada Day (WATCH)
This little girl, a Syrian refugee, inspired even the prime minister with her emotional thanks to Canada on its national holiday.
9-Year-old Has Given Over 7,000 Donuts to Police Officers
This youngster has been traveling across America so he can cheer up law enforcement teams with one of life's simplest pleasures: doughnuts.
Baby Octopus is Quick to Thank Human Rescuer Before it Swims Back to Sea
Considering how octopi are pretty intelligent creatures, this little cephalopod thanking its human rescuer is a wonderfully pure exchange.
What is it About America That Are You Grateful For?
Citizens of every age were asked what makes them grateful about being Americans – and the answers are very endearing.
New Study Says That Expressing and Receiving Appreciation is a Lot Better for Us Than We Think
This new study says that expressing gratitude is better for everyone – but our self-consciousness consistently gets in the way of us doing it.
Company Takes Employees Nationwide on Odyssey of Gratitude, Donates Millions to Charities
To kick off the inspiring cross-country trip, they also released an emotional video of their employees telling loved ones how much they appreciate them.
Heartbroken Artist Makes Skateboard Exhibit as Exercise in Gratitude and Charity
Instead of curling up in sadness, Ben Gregor created the ultimate expression of gratitude for the positivity in his life through skateboard decks.
eBay Seller is Moved to Tears Over Heartfelt Thank-You Note From 86-Year-old Who Bought VHS Player
Most eBay bidders just leave online reviews for their purchases, but this 86-year-old man is melting hearts across the internet with his heartfelt letter.
Watch 'Lieutenant Dan's' Emotional Reaction to Heartfelt Thank-You Video From Veterans
Gary Sinise, the actor best known for his role as Lieutenant Dan, was recently given an emotional surprise thank you-video for his years of charity work.
Woman Publishes 365 Love Letters to Her Peers - and She Hopes The Success Will Inspire Others to Follow
This woman successfully published 365 letters of love to different people throughout 2018 - and she says that the results have been hugely beneficial.
4 Quick Tips to Find-and Keep-Happiness
Happiness, or the lack thereof, lies at the root of what makes life meaningful. But it is sometimes hard to figure out what exactly constitutes happiness, especially in a culture like the Unites States that tends to conflate money with meaning. Roko Belic, the director of Happy, the documentary, offers four tips to develop a happiness skill set.
Saying Thanks in Public to Favorite Teachers = Heart-warming
Some people were given an opportunity recently to broadcast their thanks to a favorite teacher. When they say a few words before a camera about how those teachers changed their lives for the better, the video becomes a moving testament to millions of teachers.
37 years After Graduation, Student Sends High School Teacher $10,000
Kansas businessman Kevin Perz stunned his home economics teacher from 37 years ago, Marilyn Mecham, with a $10,000 thank you check.
Canadian Speedskater Who Gave Oympic Dream to Teammate Thanked with Crowdfunded Medal
Speedskater Gilmore Junio made worldwide headlines when he stepped aside from the men's 1000 meters at the 2014 Sochi Olympics so that Canadian teammate Denny Morrison could compete, a selfless act for which Junio today received a special commemorative, crowdfunded medal.
The Power of Acknowledgment - Another Reason to Love Thanksgiving
Can you remember how good it feels when someone tells you how wonderful you are, or when you receive an unexpected thank-you gift in the mail? But, how can we sustain those feelings of happiness longer and more consistently on our own. Author Judith Umlas says we can actually have those feelings more abundantly when we make a point to acknowledge others. Studies show why it is beneficial for us to give positive acknowledgment to our fellow human beings.
Daughter Surprises Dad With His First Vacation to Reward Life of Hard Work
A man who never took a vacation so he could support his family gets the surprise of a lifetime when his daughter takes him on a tropical vacation.
Four Ways To Be In Love With Your Relationship In The Present Moment
If you're feeling like that fairy tale ending to your relationship isn't going to happen in the future, don't fret: there's more to do in the present.
Syrian Man Returns to Volunteer in Greece 3 Years After He Was Welcomed as Refugee
Ibrahim Bayzed's story is one that can only be described as "coming full circle." He fled Syria in 2012 during a mass exodus of opponents of Syrian dictator Assad's regime and headed to Egypt to complete his studies in international trade and logistics management. Upon completion of his studies he went to Turkey to work […]
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