Podcasts about acts of kindness

In this Season 5 finale of Persistence U with Lizbeth, Lizbeth shares a deeply personal reflection on generosity, survival, and why she is stepping back from weekly episodes to make space for writing, teaching, and other creative work. As she approaches the podcast's fifth anniversary, she looks back with gratitude at the listeners, guests, patrons, and community members who helped shape nearly five years of conversations about healing, persistence, and overcoming obstacles.Lizbeth recounts two times in her early life when she and her daughters were lifted up by strangers during the holidays. After leaving an abusive marriage, entering a shelter, and relying on food stamps and Section 8 housing, she was adopted by a holiday giving program that provided gifts, food, and a sense of dignity during a season that had otherwise felt heavy with fear and uncertainty. Years earlier, while pregnant and struggling under financial and emotional control, her friend Shelly arranged for anonymous support through her faith community. These acts of kindness, offered by people who never knew her name, helped restore hope during the most fragile years of her life.Those moments stayed with her. They were part of what fueled her determination to finish college, break cycles of poverty and violence, and raise her daughters in safety. They also shaped her belief that generosity—financial or otherwise—can change the trajectory of a family in ways the giver may never see.As the holiday season arrives and Season 5 concludes, Lizbeth encourages listeners to consider giving in whatever way they are able. Monetary donations to food banks, adopting a family through local programs, offering time or blood donation, or simply finding a way to lighten someone else's load may be the most meaningful gift of the season. Volunteering, she reminds listeners, is often both selfless and deeply restorative.Lizbeth also shares an important programming update. After nearly five years of producing Persistence U with a full roster of guests, she is pausing the guested format. The financial and time commitments are substantial, and she is ready to reclaim more space for writing, reading, teaching, and restorative quiet. This is not a goodbye. Persistence U will return with occasional, limited-series episodes. She simply needs time to breathe, create, and be present in her own life for a while.Listeners are encouraged to stay connected through heLizbeth's links Want to comment on the show? Connect at Lizbeth's author/podcast Facebook page Wanting great guests for your podcast, or to be a great guest on someone else's show? Join PodMatch here! Unmapped: Solo Women Travelers – Bold Journeys of Healing, Resilience, and Self-Discovery. Half of author royalties support the YWCA's work with survivors of domestic abuse and their families, and to combat racism. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FTSNM997 Paperback Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FS9DX6HF Draft2Digital ebook https://books2read.com/u/312rlw Lizbeth's memoir Pieces of Me: Rescuing My Kidnapped Daughters can be ordered where books are sold, and is now a TV movie, #Stolen By Their Father on Lifetime.Lizbeth's second book, Grounded in Grit: Turn Your Challenges Into Superpowers is available to order wherever books are sold! Tilka Faces the Odds, One Man at a Time, new release novel https://books2read.com/u/4j760X Sign up to stay in the know on L...

Send us a textThis Thanksgiving week on Beach Talk, Betsey Newenhuyse and I pause to reflect on what keeps us grounded and grateful in turbulent times. Retirement gives us the space to see the big picture, and family, friends, and caring neighbors remind us we're never alone. We're grateful for like-minded resisters, meaningful conversations, and the freedom to speak up. Experience tells us storms pass, truth still matters, and a new generation is rising to shape what comes next. Acts of everyday kindness continue to defy the headlines. And through it all, hope endures—rooted in community, clarity, and the power we still hold together.Support the showBecome a Patron - Click on the link to learn how you can become a Patron of the show. Thank you! Ken's Substack Page The Podcast Official Site: TheBeachedWhiteMale.com

This update episode is with Wayne. I got to know Wayne through interviewing him a number of times over 2019 and despite the disruption of the pandemic, I'd still see Wayne occasionally around the office at various Circle of Friends gatherings. But over the last few years, I've been seeing less and less of Wayne. At the end of this episode, he'll explain why. He also makes an unusual request.Undercurrents is sponsored in part by Kindred Credit UnionTheme song by Brian MacmillanArtwork by Jesse Bergen

Easter Seals NH has so much to offer, including services for all ages from infants to seniors. On this episode, I speak with Cathy Kuhn, COO of Easterseals NH & VT. Easterseals NH services include early childhood centers of excellence, medical rehabilitation, camping and recreation, vocational services, senior services, substance use treatment, adult day programs, community-based services, individual service options, transportation services, residential service options, and veterans services.To learn more about this amazing non-profit, please visit https://eastersealsnh.org/For more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastWe are now on TIkTok! - https://www.tiktok.com/@doseofgoodpodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.com

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Lost Locket, Found Connections: A Buenos Aires Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-11-21-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: La brisa suave del Jardín de las Flores acariciaba las mejillas de Isabel mientras caminaba entre los coloridos puestos festivos.En: The gentle breeze of the Jardín de las Flores caressed Isabel's cheeks as she walked among the colorful festive stalls.Es: Las rosas en plena floración llenaban el aire con su dulce aroma.En: The roses in full bloom filled the air with their sweet aroma.Es: Era el Día de la Soberanía Nacional en Buenos Aires, y la ciudad vibraba con música tradicional y risas contagiosas.En: It was the Día de la Soberanía Nacional in Buenos Aires, and the city was alive with traditional music and infectious laughter.Es: Isabel, sin embargo, tenía una misión.En: Isabel, however, was on a mission.Es: Había venido desde Madrid para encontrar un relicario muy especial, perdido desde hace mucho tiempo, que guardaba una foto de sus abuelos.En: She had come from Madrid to find a very special locket, long lost, that held a photo of her grandparents.Es: A su alrededor, las familias celebraban, los niños corrían con cometas, y los adultos disfrutaban de empanadas y mate.En: Around her, families celebrated, children ran with kites, and adults enjoyed empanadas and mate.Es: Pero en medio de la multitud, Isabel sentía la carga del pasado.En: But in the midst of the crowd, Isabel felt the weight of the past.Es: Recordó cómo su abuela le contaba historias del locket y de cómo su abuelo se lo había regalado al casarse.En: She remembered how her grandmother would tell her stories about the locket and how her grandfather had given it to her when they married.Es: Aquella historia siempre le había llenado de ternura y responsabilidad.En: That story had always filled her with tenderness and responsibility.Es: El jardín estaba lleno, dificultando su búsqueda.En: The garden was crowded, making her search difficult.Es: Isabel se movía con cuidado, mirando entre los arbustos y alrededor de las fuentes.En: Isabel moved carefully, looking between the bushes and around the fountains.Es: Cada instante perdido era una presión más en su pecho.En: Every lost moment was another pressure on her chest.Es: Podía sentir los ojos de su familia sobre ella, esperando que resolviera el misterio.En: She could feel her family's eyes on her, expecting her to solve the mystery.Es: A pesar de sentirse abrumada, Isabel sabía que necesitaba ayuda.En: Despite feeling overwhelmed, Isabel knew she needed help.Es: Pero pedirla significaba abrir su corazón y compartir una parte profundamente personal de su historia familiar.En: But asking for it meant opening her heart and sharing a deeply personal part of her family history.Es: Justo cuando pensaba desistir, se decidió.En: Just when she was about to give up, she made up her mind.Es: Miró a su alrededor y vio a Javier, un hombre amable que disfrutaba de la música con sus amigos.En: She looked around and saw Javier, a kind man enjoying the music with his friends.Es: Isabel se acercó tímidamente y explicó su situación.En: Isabel approached timidly and explained her situation.Es: La historia del relicario y de sus abuelos.En: The story of the locket and her grandparents.Es: Al principio, su voz temblaba, pero las palabras fluyeron con más fuerza cuando vio la empatía en los ojos de Javier.En: At first, her voice trembled, but the words flowed more strongly when she saw the empathy in Javier's eyes.Es: "Te ayudaré", dijo él con una sonrisa cálida.En: "I'll help you," he said with a warm smile.Es: Y juntos comenzaron a buscar nuevamente.En: And together they began to search again.Es: Mientras las festividades alcanzaban su punto más alto, Isabel y Javier revisaron los rincones del jardín.En: As the festivities reached their peak, Isabel and Javier searched the corners of the garden.Es: No era fácil, con tantos colores y sombras jugando con la luz del atardecer.En: It wasn't easy, with so many colors and shadows playing with the evening light.Es: Sin embargo, la determinación renovada de Isabel hizo su búsqueda más intensa.En: However, Isabel's renewed determination made her search more intense.Es: Finalmente, cuando el sol ya comenzaba a despedirse en el horizonte, Javier vio un pequeño brillo cerca de la fuente.En: Finally, when the sun was starting to set on the horizon, Javier saw a small glint near the fountain.Es: "¡Allí, Isabel!En: "There, Isabel!"Es: ", exclamó apuntando.En: he exclaimed, pointing.Es: Corrieron juntos y al agacharse, encontraron el relicario, descansando sobre la tierra entre las raíces de las flores.En: They ran together, and as they bent down, they found the locket, resting on the earth between the roots of the flowers.Es: Isabel lo recogió con manos temblorosas, abriendo el cierre para ver la imagen de sus abuelos.En: Isabel picked it up with trembling hands, opening the clasp to see the image of her grandparents.Es: Una ola de alivio y gratitud la inundó.En: A wave of relief and gratitude flooded her.Es: Los ojos se le llenaron de lágrimas no solo por encontrar el tesoro perdido, sino también por el acto de bondad de un extraño que en aquel momento se sintió como un amigo cercano.En: Her eyes filled with tears not only for finding the lost treasure but also for the act of kindness from a stranger who in that moment felt like a close friend.Es: Esa noche, mientras el jardín se cubría de luces y música, Isabel comprendió que no estaba sola.En: That night, while the garden was covered in lights and music, Isabel realized she was not alone.Es: La historia de su familia no solo le pertenecía a ella, sino que era parte de una comunidad más amplia, donde la bondad y la historia compartida podían iluminar incluso la búsqueda más desafiante.En: Her family's story didn't just belong to her, it was part of a broader community, where kindness and shared history could illuminate even the most challenging search.Es: En Javier, la ciudad y sus celebraciones, encontró un nuevo hogar para su corazón, enriquecido por la confianza en el poder del encuentro y la ayuda mutua.En: In Javier, the city, and its celebrations, she found a new home for her heart, enriched by the trust in the power of connection and mutual help. Vocabulary Words:the breeze: la brisacheeks: las mejillasfestive stalls: puestos festivosfull bloom: plena floraciónsweet aroma: dulce aromathe mission: la misiónthe locket: el relicariocrowded: llenothe bushes: los arbustosthe fountains: las fuentesthe pressure: la presiónthe chest: el pechooverwhelmed: abrumadatimidly: tímidamentetrembled: temblabarenewed determination: determinación renovadathe shadows: las sombrasthe horizon: el horizontesmall glint: pequeño brillopicked up: recogióthe clasp: el cierrethe wave: la olathe relief: el aliviothe gratitude: la gratitudthe tears: las lágrimasthe lights: las lucesbelong: pertenecerthe community: la comunidadthe power: el poderthe connection: el encuentro

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In this episode of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues in the Orchot Tzaddikim (Day 105, page 615), summarizing the first 12 daily remembrances—Hashem creating us from nothing, granting health, wisdom, Torah, mercy, repentance, and constant closeness—before introducing four more. The 13th urges recognizing when our wisdom and wealth exceed our deeds: if blessed with intellect or money, we must act accordingly now, not delay with “when I earn more, then I'll give.” Rabbi Wolbe shares a young donor who gave $130,000 already toward a $250,000 goal and a Shabbat table debate on lottery winnings, exposing how the yetzer hara pushes charity to “later.” The 14th teaches greeting everyone with a warm smile (sever panim yafot), as water reflects a face, so does the heart (Mishlei 27:19); his great-grandfather perfected this trait for two years despite personal suffering.The 15th reminds us to prepare for the World to Come like stocking a pantry or travel food—accumulate mitzvot, kindness, and Torah, as we don't know when our time ends. The 16th stresses the soul's purity: strong, healthy people die suddenly because Hashem reclaims His “deposit.” Like collateral or a leased car, life is lent; we must keep the soul pristine, repenting daily “one day before death” (as tomorrow may be it). Rabbi Wolbe likens life's ups and downs to a living EKG—flatlines are dead—urging us to embrace curveballs, swing hard, and turn tough days into home runs.Recorded at TORCH Centre in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on April 7, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on November 18, 2025_____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Mussar, #MasterClass, #Remembrance, #Generosity, #Self-awareness, #Charity, #Scholarship, #Wisdom, #Opportunity, #Giving, #Procrastination, #ActsofKindness, #Spiritual, #Resilience, #Adversity, #Rest, #Productivity, #GoodDeeds, #Urgency ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues in the Orchot Tzaddikim (Day 105, page 615), summarizing the first 12 daily remembrances—Hashem creating us from nothing, granting health, wisdom, Torah, mercy, repentance, and constant closeness—before introducing four more. The 13th urges recognizing when our wisdom and wealth exceed our deeds: if blessed with intellect or money, we must act accordingly now, not delay with “when I earn more, then I'll give.” Rabbi Wolbe shares a young donor who gave $130,000 already toward a $250,000 goal and a Shabbat table debate on lottery winnings, exposing how the yetzer hara pushes charity to “later.” The 14th teaches greeting everyone with a warm smile (sever panim yafot), as water reflects a face, so does the heart (Mishlei 27:19); his great-grandfather perfected this trait for two years despite personal suffering.The 15th reminds us to prepare for the World to Come like stocking a pantry or travel food—accumulate mitzvot, kindness, and Torah, as we don't know when our time ends. The 16th stresses the soul's purity: strong, healthy people die suddenly because Hashem reclaims His “deposit.” Like collateral or a leased car, life is lent; we must keep the soul pristine, repenting daily “one day before death” (as tomorrow may be it). Rabbi Wolbe likens life's ups and downs to a living EKG—flatlines are dead—urging us to embrace curveballs, swing hard, and turn tough days into home runs.Recorded at TORCH Centre in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on April 7, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on November 18, 2025_____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Mussar, #MasterClass, #Remembrance, #Generosity, #Self-awareness, #Charity, #Scholarship, #Wisdom, #Opportunity, #Giving, #Procrastination, #ActsofKindness, #Spiritual, #Resilience, #Adversity, #Rest, #Productivity, #GoodDeeds, #Urgency ★ Support this podcast ★

Mr. Joe updates his audience on his mental state and current emotional status. He shares a poem with the neighborhood, ultimately offering sound advice on ways to exhibit kindness.

In honor of World Kindness Day — we've partnered with the Humankind team at USA TODAY for a deeper exploration on the topic of compassion. What drives us to carry out acts of kindness for total strangers and how can we actively cultivate this selflessness as a society? Abigail Marsh, Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Georgetown University, joins The Excerpt to talk about empathy and altruism — why we help, even when it costs us. Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at podcasts@usatoday.com. Episode transcript available here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's episode features The Derry Friendship Center. The mission of The Derry Friendship Center is to reduce the stigma associated with substance use and provide a safe space for peer-based support for people in all stages of recovery.I speak to Carol Bowden, Board Chair.I hope you find this episode educational and inspiring. For more information on The Derry Friendship Center, please visit https://thederryfriendshipcenter.org/ or call 603-432-9794.For more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastWe are now on TIkTok! - https://www.tiktok.com/@doseofgoodpodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.com

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We're heading back to Season 7 to explore the power of kindness. What does it really mean to be kind? Why does it matter – and can kindness ever backfire?We chatted with psychology professor Robin Banerjee from the University of Sussex – home to the Centre for Research on Kindness. Robin led The Kindness Test, the world's largest-ever study of kindness, in partnership with the BBC.Plus, Gwen and Kate take on Robin's kindness challenge and discover it's not quite as easy as it sounds…Find out more about The Centre for Research on Kindness.https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00154cpFind out more! For all RUMP info in one place: visit our linkt.ree Get a shout-out:Want a mention on the next RUMPette? Tell us your feedback or what you do to make yourself feel good: rightupmypodcast@gmail.com Support RUMP: If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe, share with your friends and leave a review. It takes less than 60 seconds and really makes a difference in helping people discover the podcast. Thank you! Join the RUMP Club! Support the team and access exclusive content from as little as £3 p/month at: Right Up My Podcast | Patreon Or, if you'd like to make a one-off donation, you can buy us a virtual coffee from Buy Me a Coffee! Be social with us:Instagram Facebook TikTok Thank you to our team:Music – Andrew GrimesArtwork – Erica Frances GeorgeSocial Media – Kate BallsRUMPette Voiceover – Dave Jones

Started in Windham, NH, Project Blackout is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to turn out the lights on pediatric cancer. According to the AACR, the Northeast has the highest pediatric cancer rates in the United States. Dedicated to uniting local towns and schools to help children diagnosed with cancer, Project Blackout aims to educate communities, raise funds for research, and support those affected by pediatric cancer. In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Erica DiNitto, Board President.For more information about Project Blackout, please visit https://www.projectblackoutusa.org/ or https://www.facebook.com/projectblackoutcancer/For more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.com

Fruits of the Spirit: Acts of kindnessTitus 3:3-7Rev. Justin OlivettiMain idea: Kindness draws people to Christ

On this episode, I speak to the Executive Director and Associate Director from Hope on Haven Hill.Hope on Haven Hill provides gender-responsive residential, outpatient, and recovery support substance use disorder services for pregnant, post-partum, and parenting women in NH.They also provide recovery support housing for women and their children, as well as case-coordination for women seeking resources and support on their journey to access treatment and recovery support services.Hope on Haven Hill's mission is to support recovery and nurture the health and well-being of pregnant and parenting women with substance use disorder and their children by ensuring access to quality treatment and services.I hope this episode is helpful to you or someone you know. Hope on Haven Hill and their staff and volunteers are doing incredible work to help women with substance use disorders.For more information, please visit their website - https://www.hopeonhavenhill.org/For more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.com

Callers talk about sober dating and social life, share acts of kindness, and how they live well with stoma bags.

At the start of this year Hamilton's Herman Jagpal set himself an ambitious goal - to share 365 days of kindness. Each day he asks someone at random to help him with a fun task, that could be handing out flowers or inviting strangers to dinner. He documents the whole process on Instagram as "Daily Rejection". Where he noticed a regular comment was "This would only work in New Zealand" So, to see if that's true, today he sets off on a 30-day world tour.

This episode features The Upper Room Family Resource Center.Here is a little about The Upper Room in their words, It is our vision that we work to create a strong, vibrant and self sustaining community where conflict and hunger, homelessness and poverty, and ignorance and intolerance no longer exist. We look to the day where all families thrive and children have within their reach the tools to succeed. We will work to achieve our vision by living our mission and honoring our values each day. We aspire to be an organization that:Is responsive to the communityIs compassionate and non-judgmentalRespects diversityEmpowers each individual and familyWorks as a teamEncourages innovative and creative ideasMaintains strong ethics and integrityI had the pleasure of speaking with their Executive Director, Brenda Guggisberg.To learn more about The Upper Room, please visit https://www.urteachers.org/For more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.com

Courtney Gilmour tells the folks in Cape Breton that just because it says “edible” doesn't mean you should eat it. And Janelle Niles paints a picture of her life in the projects. And how she's grateful for all of it!

In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, Amanda Whittemore talks with Jessica Smith, owner of Cosmic Grind, about her expanding coffee business and the transformative power of random acts of kindness. Jess shares how prioritizing family, community support, and small everyday kindnesses defines a quality life. The conversation highlights the importance of laughter […]

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: A Nurse's Quiet Break & An Unforgettable Reminder Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-09-18-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Kari satte seg ned ved et ledig bord i sykehusets kafeteria.En: Kari sat down at an empty table in the hospital cafeteria.No: Hun pustet ut og lot spenningen i skuldrene slippe litt tak.En: She exhaled and let the tension in her shoulders ease a little.No: Kafeteriaen var alltid fylt med folk.En: The cafeteria was always filled with people.No: Lyden av brett som klirret og samtaler som summet blandet seg med lukten av fersk mat og den velkjente antiseptiske duften fra gangene.En: The sound of trays clattering and conversations buzzing mixed with the aroma of fresh food and the familiar antiseptic scent from the corridors.No: Utenfor viste høstløvet seg i vakre røde og oransje toner, som vinden lekte med.En: Outside, the autumn leaves displayed beautiful red and orange hues, played with by the wind.No: Det var lunsjskift, og Kari var vanligvis aldri her på denne tiden.En: It was the lunch shift, and Kari was usually never here at this time.No: Hun var sykepleier og brukte dagene på å ta vare på andre.En: She was a nurse and spent her days caring for others.No: Det siste halve året hadde vært krevende på grunn av bemanningsmangel.En: The last six months had been demanding due to staff shortages.No: Kari kjente seg overveldet av alle oppgavene hun hadde i løpet av en dag.En: Kari felt overwhelmed by all the tasks she had in a day.No: Hun ville så gjerne gi pasientene alt de trengte, gjøre dagen deres litt lysere, men det var blitt vanskeligere.En: She wanted so much to give the patients everything they needed, to make their day a little brighter, but it had become more difficult.No: I dag hadde hun bestemt seg for å ta en liten pause.En: Today, she had decided to take a short break.No: Bare noen få minutter for seg selv.En: Just a few minutes for herself.No: Hun visste at det kunne bety at hun ble hengende etter med oppgavene, men det føltes nødvendig, likevel.En: She knew it could mean she would fall behind on her tasks, but it felt necessary nonetheless.No: Idet hun satt der, kom en liten gutt bort til henne.En: As she sat there, a little boy approached her.No: Det var Jørgen, en ung pasient hun hadde hjulpet de siste ukene.En: It was Jørgen, a young patient she had helped in the past few weeks.No: "Kari!En: "Kari!"No: " sa han med et stort smil.En: he said with a big smile.No: "Jeg har laget noe til deg.En: "I made something for you."No: "Han rakte henne en tegning.En: He handed her a drawing.No: Den var fargerik, med Kari som sto midt blant smilende figurer.En: It was colorful, with Kari standing among smiling figures.No: I hjørnet av tegningen sto ordene: "Takk, Kari!En: In the corner of the drawing, the words read: "Thanks, Kari!No: Du gjør meg glad.En: You make me happy."No: "Kari kjente en klump i halsen og et smil spredde seg over ansiktet.En: Kari felt a lump in her throat, and a smile spread across her face.No: Jørgens gest minnet henne på hvorfor hun var her, hvorfor hun fortsatte å jobbe selv gjennom vanskelige dager.En: Jørgen's gesture reminded her why she was here, why she continued to work even through tough days.No: Hun følte seg plutselig lettere, som om all stresset hadde en mening.En: She suddenly felt lighter, as if all the stress had a meaning.No: "Så fin tegning, Jørgen!En: "What a beautiful drawing, Jørgen!"No: " sa hun.En: she said.No: "Tusen takk.En: "Thank you so much.No: Den betyr mye for meg.En: It means a lot to me."No: "Jørgen smilte bredt før han løp tilbake til moren som ventet ved kafeteriadøren.En: Jørgen smiled broadly before running back to his mother who was waiting by the cafeteria door.No: Kari så ut av vinduet igjen.En: Kari looked out the window again.No: Løvet virvlet fortsatt i vinden, men hun følte seg roligere nå.En: The leaves still swirled in the wind, but she felt calmer now.No: Med Jørgens tegning i hånden, reiste hun seg for å vende tilbake til avdelingen.En: With Jørgen's drawing in hand, she got up to return to the ward.No: Hun visste at dagen kom til å være travel, men hjertet var lettere.En: She knew the day would be busy, but her heart was lighter.No: Hver eneste pasient betydde noe, og hun hadde kraften til å gjøre en forskjell.En: Every single patient mattered, and she had the power to make a difference.No: Med fornyet mot gikk Kari tilbake til sine oppgaver.En: With renewed courage, Kari went back to her tasks.No: Hun skjønte at selv små handlinger kunne ha stor betydning og at hun, til tross for utfordringene, fortsatt kunne bringe lys til de som trengte det mest.En: She realized that even small actions could have great significance and that she, despite the challenges, could still bring light to those who needed it most. Vocabulary Words:tense: spenningclatter: klirrebuzz: summearoma: luktantiseptic: antiseptiskecorridor: gangdisplayed: vistehues: tonerdemanding: krevendeshortage: mangeloverwhelmed: overveldettasks: oppgavernonetheless: likevelgesture: gestlump: klumpsignificance: betydningrealize: skjønnegesture: gestrenewed: fornyetdespite: til tross forbring: bringeease: slippeswirl: virvleapproach: komme bort tilfamiliar: velkjentward: avdelingautumn: høstexhaled: pustet utcaring: ta vare påbrighter: lysere

Today's episode features Granite United Way. Their mission is simple: To improve the quality of people's lives by bringing together the caring power of communities. Granite United Way is a nonprofit organization that makes strategic investments in the community to help people learn, earn, and be healthy. With the support of more than 22,000 donors and volunteers, they are working together to provide more than $14 million in support to over 400,000 individuals.I speak to Nichole Reimer President and CEO.Granite United Way is doing so much in a variety of ways to help support the community. I hope that you will check them out and get involved.For more information, please visit https://www.graniteuw.org/For more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.comPlease rate and review where you listen to podcasts so more people can get a dose of good in their day!

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Dan is joined by Congressional Candidate Matt Van Epps for insight into how he would represent Tennessee, and a special edition of the Chris Cross Hand-Off: Acts of Kindess | aired on Monday, September 8th, 2025 on Nashville Morning News with Dan Mandis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heaven's Kitchen operates a food truck and meal delivery service to fight food insecurity in the community.For more information about Heaven's Kitchen, please visithttps://www.sapcharitableoutreach.com/charitable-programs/heavens-kitchen-mobile-feeding-program-in-new-hampshireor https://www.facebook.com/sapcharitableoutreach/You can also email Jim at jim@sapcharitableoutreach.com For more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.comPlease rate and review where you listen to podcasts so more people can get a dose of good in their day!

My Breast Cancer Support's mission is to provide financial and emotional support to breast cancer patients and their families on the seacoast of New Hampshire and in southern Maine.Today I speak with Tina Saltmarsh, Development and Senior Project Manager.This organization is doing amazing things to support patients with breast cancer. They can also share resources if patients are unsure where to turn for a particular service. I hope you enjoy the episode and that you will check them out and support them.For more information, please visit https://mybreastcancersupport.org/For more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.comPlease rate and review where you listen to podcasts so more people can get a dose of good in their day!

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Courage and Compassion: A Day of Heroes in Oslo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-08-16-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Solskinnet flommet inn gjennom de store vinduene i samfunnshallen i Oslo.En: The sunshine streamed in through the large windows of the community hall in Oslo.No: Det var en spesiell dag, Krigens Minnedag, en dag for å minnes friheten og dem som hadde kjempet for den.En: It was a special day, Krigens Minnedag, a day to commemorate freedom and those who had fought for it.No: Det summet av prat fra mennesker som sto i rekke for å avgi sine stemmer.En: The air buzzed with chatter from people standing in line to cast their votes.No: Stemningen var preget av patriotisk ansvar, med norske flagg og plakater av historiske hendelser prydet veggene.En: The atmosphere was infused with patriotic responsibility, with Norwegian flags and posters of historical events adorning the walls.No: Sigrid, en pliktoppfyllende frivillig, beveget seg mellom radene med en følelse av formål, men også en latent nervøsitet hun prøvde å skjule.En: Sigrid, a dutiful volunteer, moved between the rows with a sense of purpose but also a latent nervousness she tried to hide.No: Hun bekymret seg ofte for sin egen helse, men denne dagen måtte hun sette det til side.En: She often worried about her own health, but today she had to set it aside.No: Blant de mange velgerne var Leif, en eldre mann med en gang stolt holdning, men nå merket tidens tann tydelig.En: Among the many voters was Leif, an older man with a once proud posture, now clearly marked by the passage of time.No: Han besøkte stemmelokalene hvert år, uansett forfatning.En: He visited the polling stations every year, regardless of his condition.No: Han ble hjulpet fram i køen, med en fast bestemthet i blikket.En: He was helped forward in the line, with a determined look in his eyes.No: Plutselig ble situasjonen akutt.En: Suddenly, the situation became urgent.No: Leif grep til brystet med en grimase av smerte.En: Leif grabbed his chest with a grimace of pain.No: Stemmelokalets summing stilnet, og folk snudde seg mot Leif.En: The buzzing of the polling station quieted, and people turned toward Leif.No: Sigrids hjerte begynte å banke hardere.En: Sigrid's heart began to pound harder.No: Hun måtte handle raskt.En: She had to act quickly.No: Men hva om hun selv ble dårlig?En: But what if she herself became unwell?No: Maren, en sykepleier på sin fridag, sto like ved.En: Maren, a nurse on her day off, stood nearby.No: Hun hadde kommet for å stemme, og følte seg utbrent etter lange uker med krevende arbeid.En: She had come to vote and felt burned out after long weeks of demanding work.No: Hun nølte et øyeblikk.En: She hesitated for a moment.No: Hun var sliten, men hennes medfølelse tok over.En: She was tired, but her compassion took over.No: Sigrid, stresset men fast bestemt på å opprettholde roen, snudde seg til Maren.En: Sigrid, stressed but determined to remain calm, turned to Maren.No: "Kan du hjelpe?En: "Can you help?"No: " spurte hun, stemmen skjelvende men bestemt.En: she asked, her voice trembling but firm.No: Maren trådte frem, og hennes erfaring lyste gjennom.En: Maren stepped forward, and her experience shone through.No: Hun beroliget Leif og bad om noen å ringe ambulanse.En: She comforted Leif and asked someone to call an ambulance.No: Hennes rolige tilstedeværelse fikk atmosfæren til å lette, som en solstråle som skjærer gjennom skyene.En: Her calm presence lifted the atmosphere, like a sunbeam cutting through the clouds.No: Sigrid pustet dypt, lettet over støtten.En: Sigrid took a deep breath, relieved by the support.No: Ambulansen kom raskt, og Leif ble tatt hånd om.En: The ambulance arrived quickly, and Leif was taken care of.No: Rolig bredte seg gjennom rommet igjen, og folk returnerte til sine plikter, med fornyet respekt for helsevesenets helter.En: Calm spread through the room again, and people returned to their duties, with renewed respect for the heroes of the healthcare system.No: Etterpå, ved stemmeurnen, takket Sigrid Maren.En: Afterwards, at the ballot box, Sigrid thanked Maren.No: "Takk for hjelpen.En: "Thank you for the help.No: Jeg vet ikke hva jeg ville gjort uten deg," sa hun oppriktig.En: I don't know what I would have done without you," she said sincerely.No: Maren nikket, litt sliten men fornøyd.En: Maren nodded, a little tired but satisfied.No: "Noen ganger trenger vi bare å ta det vi kan få, og gi det vi har.En: "Sometimes we just need to take what we can get and give what we have."No: "Sigrid innså verdien av å akseptere hjelp og konfrontere sine egne bekymringer.En: Sigrid realized the value of accepting help and confronting her own worries.No: Maren derimot skjønte verdien av hennes ferdigheter, men også behovet for å ta vare på seg selv.En: Maren, on the other hand, understood the value of her skills but also the need to take care of herself.No: Dagen ble en påminnelse om linken mellom samfunnsansvar og personlige grenser—små handlingers makt på store dager.En: The day became a reminder of the link between social responsibility and personal boundaries—the power of small actions on big days. Vocabulary Words:streamed: flommetcommemorate: minneschatter: pratinfused: pregetdutiful: pliktoppfyllendelatent: latentworried: bekymretposture: holdningpassage: tanndetermined: fastgrimace: grimaseatmosphere: stemningpound: bankeunwell: dårligburned out: utbrentcompassion: medfølelsetrembling: skjelvendeshone: lystecomforted: beroligetpresence: tilstedeværelsesunbeam: solstråleambulance: ambulanserelieved: lettetreturned: returnertesincerely: oppriktigsatisfied: fornøydconfronting: konfronterelink: linkboundaries: grenseractions: handlinger

When was the last time you did a small act of kindness for someone else? In this episode of Uncomfy, award-winning journalist Nicole Karlis shares the surprising story that inspired her book, Your Brain on Altruism: The Power of Connection and Community During Times of Crisis. What began as an unusual, uncomfortable challenge from a Vedic astrologer in India turned into a life-changing exploration of how serving others impacts our mental, emotional, and even physical health. Learn more about Nicole's book – https://www.nicolemkarlis.com Has someone shown you a little kindness lately? Share this episode with them! Episode transcript - https://uncomfypodcastbyu.blogspot.com/2025/08/why-small-acts-of-kindness-matter-more.html CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Meet Nicole Karlis: Journalist and Author 01:05 The Origin Story: A Journey in Rishikesh 02:05 The Prescription: Acts of Kindness 04:18 Exploring the Science of Altruism 07:00 The Benefits of Small Acts of Kindness 10:27 Imagining a Caring Community 11:51 Conclusion and Call to Action

Danny and Rebecca present part two of the significance of 'grace bombing' as a practice for family transformation, focusing on intentional acts of kindness, with Patrick Linnell, the founder of Grace Bomb. We'll discuss integrating grace bombing into family life to counter entitlement and instill gratitude. Patrick shares impactful stories and practical steps for engaging children of different ages in acts of kindness. The discussion emphasizes obedience, overcoming fear, and fostering joy through giving. And, we have some advice for a listener on handling potential autism spectrum behaviors in a child, providing resources and encouragement for navigating emotional outbursts. We're so happy you've joined us for this special episode! Grace Bomb Parenting Assessment Tool Get your free Grace Bomb cards here! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you enjoyed listening to Practice Makes Parent with Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James, please give us your feedback.

100 Women Who Care - Spread the Love" is a group of caring and determined women fueled with a common goal of outreach where there is need.Are you a woman who leads a busy life and wants to contribute to our local community? The concept is simple. Local women gather quarterly to hear from 3 member-nominated charities and vote on their favorite. Attend live, virtually, or not at all (vote on your own time)! Each member contributes $100 to the winning non-profit, and that combined donation makes a significant impact without time-consuming fundraising events or overhead expenses.Today I speak with Jean Manly from 100 Women Who Care - Spread the Love. This is a great organization making a positive impact on local non-profits. It's easy to get involved and doesn't take a lot of time. I hope you enjoy learning more about this organization.For more information, please visit https://www.facebook.com/100womenspreadtheloveGrapevine - https://tinyurl.com/3ausj29eTo find 100 who care in your area, visit https://directory.100whocarealliance.org/Custom/100WCCircles/Home.aspxFor more on the Dose of Good Podcast visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastPlease rate and review where you listen to podcasts so more people can get a dose of good in their day!

On this special episode of Practice Makes Parent, Danny and Rebecca are live from the Homeschool Conference in Richmond, Virginia with Patrick Linnell, founder of Grace Bomb, a movement to carry out acts of kindness motivated by Jesus. Grace Bombing replaces random acts of kindness with intentional ones that point to Jesus. He recounts personal stories, including an impactful experience with his daughter that resulted in community transformation. We also answer a listener question regarding the Manosphere, a harmful influence of misogynistic content targeting young boys online. If you want to intentionally infuse the ideas of grace and kindness into your kids, this two-part episode is for you! Grace Bomb Parenting Assessment Tool Get your free Grace Bomb cards here! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

In this heartfelt conversation, Samantha and Denise share acts of kindness that were sent in from the Enlightened Empaths community of listeners. For her birthday this year, Samantha had asked for listeners to spread kindness as a gift that would cause a ripple effect for many. The love, compassion and empathy of our community is […]