Curated Perspectives

Why Going the Extra Mile Still Matters in a World of ‘Bare Minimum’ Effort In a culture filled with “Be Kind” signs, bumper stickers, and social media slogans, one columnist

Why Teaching Kindness Early May Be One of Society’s Most Important Investments A physician is making the case that kindness should no longer be treated as an optional character trait—but

On a street corner in Des Moines, a simple envelope carried a message that’s now reaching far beyond one moment. Inside: a $10 bill and a handwritten note that read,

More than three decades after Mrs. Doubtfire first hit theaters, Sally Field is sharing a deeply personal memory—one that highlights the compassion of her late co-star, Robin Williams. A Moment

‘We Love Our Teacher’: Niagara Falls Students Step Up with a Powerful Act of Kindness In Niagara Falls, three high school students are being recognized for a simple yet meaningful

Leading with Kindness: University of Miami Senior Leaves Lasting Impact Across Campus At University of Miami, one graduating senior is proving that leadership doesn’t always start with a title—it starts

‘Be the Sunshine’: Third Graders Lead Kindness Campaign to Bring Back Playground Friendship Bench In the coastal town of Bar Harbor—located on Mount Desert Island along Maine’s scenic Atlantic coastline—a

‘Race to Kindness’: Michigan Initiative Encourages Everyday Acts That Add Up In a world that often feels fast-paced and disconnected, one Michigan-based initiative is asking people to slow down—and choose

Future in Focus: Neuroscience Graduate Sets Sights on Caring for America’s Aging Population As the U.S. population continues to age, the need for compassionate, skilled professionals in elder care is

JetBlue Steps In with $99 ‘Rescue Fares’ After Spirit Airlines Shutdown Strands Thousands Thousands of travelers were left scrambling over the weekend after Spirit Airlines abruptly shut down operations—canceling flights