There is good news tonight about the kindness of strangers and an unexpected birthday wish come true. >> Happy birthday to you. >> For these grandparents, a special performance each and every time.>> May the dear Lord bless you. >> Yes. >> And there are plenty of times.That's Frank and Marilyn Majiny in Chardan, Ohio, keeping up their decadesl long tradition, calling more than 100 of their loved ones every year to sing happy birthday. Their granddaughter, Adeline Peterson, posting that video, racking up mor ...

[Music] Good afternoon. Can I ask a question to begin with. Okay.Do you expect others to be kind and compassionate and understanding towards you. I guess all of us will answer yes. So why I ask you another question.Do you show this compassion to yourself. Today I like to talk to you on the topic compassion feelings within. I remember a student once asked me how can I change the world when I'm not able to change even myself.I smiled and that particular question remained visa me not because I don't have an an ...

Travel & Community Impact - The presentation highlights the power of kindness through travel experiences in Kenya, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Appalachia [3] - Travel is presented as a privilege and essential for personal growth, fostering understanding of common humanity and global interconnectedness [5][6] - The presenter participated in a cycling trip across Kenya, covering approximately 340 miles over seven days, to support Zawadisha, a nonprofit empowering women in rural communities [8][15] - Rhythm and Sales, a group organizing trips to St Vincent and the Grenadines, raised funds and sent care packages to help the island rebuild after Hurricane Burl [17][21] - The presenter emphasizes the importance of community involvement and giving back through various nonprofits, such as soup kitchens and trail maintenance organizations [27] Social & Economic Context - In 2023, approximately two-thirds of Kenyans were living in poverty, earning less than $320 per day, or about $1200 per year [6] - Zawadisha provides loans to women in Kenya for various needs, including solar power, water catchment, and plastic chairs [12] - Salt Whistle Bay in St Vincent and the Grenadines has a population of about 400-500 people and approximately 50 structures, with the economy relying on tourism and fishing [19][20] - Western North Carolina experienced severe flooding in September 2024 due to Hurricane Helen, causing significant damage and power outages [28][29] Personal Reflection & Call to Action - The presenter shares personal experiences of witnessing and participating in acts of kindness during travels and in their local community [4][5][11][13][14][29][30] - The presentation encourages showing kindness to oneself, others, and the environment, emphasizing the ripple effect of such actions [32] - The presentation concludes with a call to action, urging the audience to consider how they will contribute to the ripple effect of kindness [32]

गुड आफ्टरनून। माय नेम इज रिताब्री चक्रवर्ती। आई एम एन एक्टर, अ प्रोड्यूसर, अ राइटर, अ मिनिएचरिस्ट एंड मदर ऑफ 86 ब्यूटीफुल साइलेंट चिल्ड्रन। आई एम श्योर यू गाइस मस्ट बी थिंकिंग व्हाट ऑन महाभारत इज़ शी टॉकिंग अबाउट. हाउ कैन शी बी मदर ऑफ 86 चिल्ड्रन. वेल, आई डिड नॉट गिव बर्थ टू देम। बट आई हैव बीन टेकिंग केयर ऑफ देम। हेल्पिंग देम हैव अ बेटर फ्यूचर फॉर द लास्ट 15 इयर्स। व्हेन आई वाज़ 17, आई वाज़ रियली वेरी पॉपुलर फ्रॉम द टीवी शो दैट आई है स्टार्टेड वर्किंग इन अ ईयर बिफोर। इट वाज़ कॉल्ड ओगबुद्ध सुंदरी एंड इट वाज़ रियल ...

[Music] Hello everyone. I'm Ja Jin, an author, YouTuber, student, and co-founder of 1 XL, all at an age of 10. And I'm so excited to be here today in front of all of you to share my story.But before I begin, I want to share something that will help reflect on what we have been doing. Through giving, we help and grow. In sharing, we let kindness flow.Before I start, I want to ask you all, have you ever set a goal so big that it made you wonder, can I actually do this. Well, my mom, my brother, and I did exac ...

It's quite a beautiful concept to me how human psychology works. How some things don't need to be taught, how you can just absorb them. It's crazy cuz it's literally like the smell of your mom's chai or how festivals feel a lot more louder in your bones than they do in your ears.how belief is instilled within a person. You see, I come from a country where faith isn't just a belief. It's a way of life.It's in the bells ringing through the ancient temples, the aans, the gardo, the churches, and the infinite o ...

Social Responsibility & Philanthropy - The presentation highlights the significant number of orphans in China, stating there are 190,000 children in orphanages [3] - A student-led initiative, the Kids Health Student Craft Club, was founded to create and sell handmade products to donate the proceeds to a charity supporting orphans in Guangzhou [4] - The initiative emphasizes that being ready for the future involves addressing societal problems and using personal passions to improve the world [6][7] - The presentation encourages the audience to support the cause by purchasing handmade items, framing it as an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of underprivileged children [7][8] Education & Personal Development - The speaker's experience demonstrates how a personal realization can lead to a meaningful project with a social impact [1][2][3] - Running the craft club has taught the speaker valuable skills such as teamwork, communication, and the joy of giving [5][6] - The presentation redefines "readiness for the future" to include empathy, compassion, and proactive problem-solving, rather than solely focusing on academic achievements or technological skills [6][8]

Inspiration & Purpose - The speech emphasizes finding one's purpose and making a lasting impact on others, inspired by Penny's life [6] - It highlights the importance of turning pain into purpose, as demonstrated by the creation of Penny's Flight Foundation [12][13] - The speech encourages listeners to identify something they want to change and someone they want to help, making it their mission [22][23] Penny's Flight Foundation - Penny's Flight Foundation was launched to find a cure for Neurofibromatosis (NF), fund research, and inspire others [13][14] - The foundation has reached over 20 million people and raised over $5 million to fund critical scientific research programs [16] - Penny's Flight has established 100 chapters across the country at various colleges and high schools, engaging in fundraising and advocacy [18][19] Neurofibromatosis (NF) Awareness - NF is a common genetic condition affecting 1 in 2500 people in the United States [4] - NF causes bones to break easily and tumors to grow along nerve pathways [4] Actionable Steps - Start small by helping someone or raising funds for a cause [23] - Make a goal to dedicate 15-30 minutes daily to the action and share it on social media weekly [24]

Impact & Value - The speech emphasizes the importance of making a real impact on individuals and society, rather than solely chasing fame or viral content [7][11] - It questions whether the current algorithm of impact prioritizes genuine contribution or merely seeks attention and validation through social media [8][9] - The speech advocates for focusing on creating value and being valuable to society, rather than simply going viral for the sake of virality [11] Kindness & Authenticity - Kindness is presented as a fundamental approach to creating a lasting and meaningful impact [22][23] - The speech highlights the significance of authenticity and finding a community where one can belong and contribute genuinely [14][15] - It suggests that true impact comes from acts of kindness and genuine contributions, which can lead to recognition and positive outcomes [23][24] Personal Growth & Transformation - The speaker shares a personal story of overcoming bullying and seeking attention in unhealthy ways, ultimately finding fulfillment through volunteering and public speaking [13][14][16][17] - The speech underscores the importance of identifying one's skills and using them to make a real impact, amplified by technology [18] - It encourages the audience to consider who they want to be and to focus on creating impacts that resonate and endure over time [4][19][20] STEM & Service - The speech acknowledges the role of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) in societal progress [10][20] - It proposes integrating service with STEM to build sustainable success and create a real impact [21]

When was the last time you were kind to somebody who didn't really deserve it. We often think kindness is for those who are easy to be around with. But true kindness requires something more.Today, I'd like to share with you how kindness is a force that not only transforms others, but yourself and the world around you. But first, what is kindness really. The Oxford dictionary says kindness is the quality of being generous, kind, and considered.But I think they're wrong because it's so much more than that. Ki ...