I teach 3rd grade. We have a rule: No trading food. But I noticed "David" always sat at the end of the table. He’d open his superhero lunchbox, set it up like a wall, and eat. One day, I walked by and saw the truth. His box was empty. He was pretending to eat. He’d bring an empty wrapper to his mouth, chew nothing, and nod at his friends. My heart broke. I looked up his file. Mom lost her job last month. I didn’t want to embarrass him. Charity is heavy for an 8-year-old. So, I started the "Teacher’s Taste Test." Every day at lunch, I’d wander over. "David, I packed way too much turkey. Can you help me destroy this evidence? My husband will be mad if I bring it home." "David, these grapes are too sour for me. Can you test them?" "David, I accidentally bought the wrong granola bar. I hate chocolate." We did this for three weeks. He ate every bite, thinking he was doing me a favor. Yesterday, on his way out to the bus, he handed me a folded piece of notebook paper. Inside was a drawing of me with a cape. It said: "Thanks for needing help with your lunch. My tummy is full now." He knew. He always knew. He just let me keep my dignity, too.
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This kid wanted to participate in “College Colors Day” at his school but didn’t have shirt to wear.
He created his own shirt, got bullied, and then this happened…
Acts of kindness that feel small to us have a big impact on others.
Research: kids and adults underestimate how tiny acts of generosity lift others' moods.
There's no easier way to make someone's day than to offer a compliment, give a little gift, or send a handwritten note.
Anthony Gill is so unrelentingly nice Kristaps Porzingis thought he was doing a bit. Do you know how many NBA players pick up their own trash in the locker room? Or know their teammates’ middle names? Not many.
Meet the Wizards’ culture guy: https://t.co/IksTHNxNAo
I’m 35… I have a daughter on the way.. it’s the holiday season.. allergies.. and poked in the eye.. and all of that stuff
Actual tears watching this… HELLLL YEAH
They have a better ability to move on with life after something goes wrong, and they don’t dwell on getting even by persistent rumination. Who wouldn’t be better off if they were not walking around with a head full of negative thoughts toward persons who hurt them?
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The emotional intelligence on kids these days is absolutely incredible. ♥️
Make sure your friend circle has this kind of love and support - and let's try be this kind of friend every chance we get. #FriendshipGoals#mentalhealth#rugby
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