
Seven inspiring stories of people who proved the naysayers wrong.
10 Reasons to Love Our Country
What makes America great? Discover our country's strength, spirit and goodness through these amazing individuals.
What 13 women learned about life, love, and happiness from one spectacular necklace.
By Cheryl Jarvis in Reader's Digest - September 2008
18 Distinguished Men and Women on Who Inspires Them
In the spirit of the season, we honor those whose wise words, kind acts, and good humor have changed our lives.
18 Distinguished Men and Women Talk About Who Inspire Them Most
What better time of year to say thanks? Here, a group of distinguished men and women talk about who has inspired them most.
Contributing writers: Lois Cahall, Margaret Heffernan, Alanna Nash in Reader's Digest - December 2008
2006 Hero of the Year: Meet the Winner
"The Dad" is 2006 Hero of the Year.
Moezeldin Elmostafa's testimony released 3 innocent lacrosse players of accused sexual assault of an exotic dancer.
2007 Hero of the Year: The Purse Catcher
Erin Donovan had just emerged from the post office when she saw two men streaking across the parking lot. "They stole my purse!" a woman screamed.
5 Winners Teach Us How to Learn From Failure
Sometimes life throws you a curveball, hands you a lemon, or knocks you for a loop. But knowing how to approach failure can be the first step to success. The latest science and strategies on how to win in the end.
By Joe Kita in Reader's Digest - May 2009
A Brave Battle Against Leukemia and a Mother's Promise
After Michael learned he had leukemia, he asked his mother to promise one thing -- that she become a nurse.
By Cynthia Dermody in Reader's Digest - January 2008