Our world needs more love and acceptance.
No matter how bleak things may seem, we have to show up for each other and do our part in nurturing seeds of hope and change. Even a few words of encouragement, a smile, or a listening ear can bring hope and healing to those facing dark times.
One of the most sincere forms of respect is actually listening to what another has to say. – Bryant H. McGill
That’s why every week, we collect inspirational stories from around the world that help you stay connected to the light!
- A therapy dog initiative is improving student performance
- A POV video inspires people to embrace a childlike perspective
- Volunteer groups restore hope after Hurricane Milton
- A non-profit provides safe housing for the pets of addicts
Positively Uplifting Stories | October 28 2024
A trio of Goldendoodles is bringing therapeutic benefits to students.
Teddy, Kobe, and Chewie are winning the hearts of thousands of students in the Clifton New Jersey School District.
These good boys are certified therapy and emotional support dogs. They love interacting with the students and showing off their skills.
The presence of a therapy dog creates a more relaxed learning environment and improves students’ mood and performance.
“He’s helped students with depression, school phobia, anxiety — since we started working with those students, they haven’t missed days of school,” said Mark Gengaro, Acting Superintendent.
Wholesome video inspires people to look at things from a new perspective.
Embrace the joy of looking at the world from a child’s perspective.
This adorable video from lifestyle blogger Jill Urglavitch’s channel shows the point of view of her daughter as they explore the Funplex Amusement Park in Mount Laurel, New Jersey.
Her excitement is palpable as she hops on each ride. She notices every little detail and is eager to try out different things.
Children find beauty and joy in things we often overlook. For them, everything is a source of wonder.
How incredible is that!
May this video serve as a reminder to cultivate joy in your everyday life.
Various groups provide support to communities impacted by Hurricane Milton.
While catastrophes unfortunately inflict great damage and destruction, they also bring out the best in people.
Several groups on the ground have stepped in to support families impacted by Hurricane Milton, who now face the daunting ordeal of rebuilding their homes and lives.
Team Rubicon, a veteran-led humanitarian organization and nonprofit Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay are actively working to restore a sense of normalcy in their lives. More and more volunteers are showing up to clear debris, fix roofs, and meet other people’s repair needs.
Their cleanup and restoration efforts are inspiring hope and easing the burden of affected communities.
Non-profit provides temporary dog foster care placement for addicts and alcoholics in recovery.
Many addicts tend to delay rehab or forgo treatment altogether when they struggle to find temporary homes for their beloved pets.
Stephen Knight, who got a second chance in life after attending rehab, aims to make it easier for people to stick to their recovery plan.
His organization, Dogs Matter provides foster care for the pets of people who are seeking treatment or entering recovery. The organization has helped more than 1,200 dogs and their owners!
Knowing their dog will be safe eases the stress of the owners and allows them to focus all their energy on recovering from their addictions.
“It gives them so much hope. We’re finding the bond between the animal and the human made such a big difference in the recovery. People were staying sober. People had purpose,” said Stephen.
What Are Your Uplifting Stories?
And there you have it! Hopefully, these stories will inspire you – or at least brighten your day with a little human sunshine. There are good things happening in the world right now too – we just have to look a little harder for them sometimes.
If you want to get involved, you can send us your own links or Uplifting Stories by commenting below, or connecting with us on Instagram. If we publish your story, we will also give you a shoutout!
Photo by Momentos Reales
