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    Inspirational Stories

    Reader’s Digest has the stories to lift your spirits and fill you with hope in your darkest moments. We’ve promised to be a source of joy, and these stories deliver. From everyday heros to reunited long-lost siblings, we’ve got the stories to inspire you.

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    21 Extraordinary Stories of Generosity That Will Stay with You

    These acts of kindness—big and small—speak to the generosity of the American spirit.

    14 Heartwarming Stories of Nurses Who Went Above and Beyond Their Call of Duty

    These (and all) nurses deserve a major thank you.

    25 Moving Acts of Generosity Proving That Kindness Will Win Over Coronavirus

    During challenging times, kindness always wins.

    A Football Player Decided to Donate Bone Marrow—He Never Imagined That It Would Save a Little Girl’s Life

    When Mike Mushaw decided to donate bone marrow, he not only saved a life but...
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    21 Moving Photos of Kindness in the Time of Coronavirus

    Tough times can truly bring out the best in people.

    This Woman Gives Free Haircuts to Those Less Fortunate and Her Simple Act of Kindness is Starting to Spread

    Wheeling her red chair and scissors around 
the city, a salon owner gives out-of-luck strangers...

    24 Stories About the Touching Kindness of Strangers That’ll Make You Tear Up

    We asked readers for firsthand accounts of compassion. Here are 24 stories that touched your...

    Community Health Hero: Nano Corona

    After fighting off cancer himself, Nano created a unique charity to help fight the disease.

    5 Things We’ve Learned About the Impact of Kindness from 10 Years of Anti-Bullying Work

    A little bit of kindness really does go a long way.

    20 Real-Life Heroes That Are Changing the World

    There is still a lot of good in this world.

    10 Nicest Things Strangers Have Done to Say ‘Thank You’ to Veterans

    You can't help but smile (and maybe shed a tear) at some of the heartwarming...

    15 Most Heartwarming Acts of Kindness of 2018

    Let's take a moment to consider the kindness we extend to each other every day....

    The 14 Most Heartwarming Acts of Kindness of 2017

    2017 was a challenging year, filled with headlines we'd rather forget. It was also a...

    This Heartbreaking Story Will Remind You Just How Much Kindness Really Matters

    Her moving story will stay with you long after you finish reading.

    Their Church Was Torn Down, But This Community Responded with an Act of Charity

    A century of baptisms and Sunday socials laid down strong community roots.

    10 Inspiring Stories of Extreme Forgiveness That Will Lift Your Spirits

    After suffering devastating tragedies, these remarkable people were able to put aside their anger and...

    This Life-Changing Act of Kindness Made Everyone Cry—and You’re Next

    We dare you to try holding back tears.

    Need Some Faith Restored? Consider This the Act-Of-Kindness Story You Need to Read

    If you need a reminder that there's still goodness in the world, this is it.

    How the World Is Rallying to Support Manchester After Devastating Attack

    The acts of kindness coming out of this tragedy will move you to tears.

    This Restaurant Owner Hands Out Hundreds of Dollars to Stranded Travelers

    Jim Oliver's Smoke House, Lodge, and Cabins in Monteagle, TN, has a knack for helping...

    14 Heartwarming Stories That Prove There’s Nothing in the World Like the Mother-Daughter Bond

    Tales of infinite love in 100-words or less.

    New York Launches Its First Girl Scout Troop for Homeless Girls

    The first-of-its-kind troop in the state is helping the homeless find a community while inspiring...
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    8 Heartwarming Ways Teachers Have Gone Above and Beyond for Their Students

    Lesson-planning is just the beginning for these incredible role models.