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Have you noticed just how much we’re surrounded by negativity? A whopping 90% of the news is pessimistic and being constantly pushed through our TV, phone, and computer screens, making us feel overwhelmed, stressed, and fatigued. Being actively bombarded by negative events can make us forget how much good there is in the world.

To break through the negativity and remind us that positive things are happening all around us, Bored Panda compiled a list from all over the Internet full of wholesome gestures that people did for others. Scroll down to find them, and make sure to share them with your loved ones who might need a little pick-me-up.

While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out a conversation with media expert and author of Eternity in the Ether: A Mormon Media History, Gavin Feller, PhD, speaker, media and community psychologist Dr. Alexis Moreno, and clinical director, speaker, therapist, and executive coach Alex Honigman from Wit & Reason, who kindly agreed to tell us more about the negativity of media and how to seek out positivity more.

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This Dude In Front Of Me At The Supermarket Made My Morning

This Dude In Front Of Me At The Supermarket Made My Morning

Don't worry, I told him I took his photo. He was very cool.

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WindySwede
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

also upvote for asking to take a pic of a stranger and not just do it without asking!

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    Kindness Is All About Healing, Isn't It?

    Kindness Is All About Healing, Isn't It?

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    #3

    Here's To Kindness

    Here's To Kindness

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    Enclave destroyer
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Small things like this put warmth in my heart i hope that kid keeps it up.

    #5

    Made It To 20 Years Sober! (Oc)

    Made It To 20 Years Sober! (Oc)

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    This Interaction That Is So Wholesome It Legitimately Brightened My Day

    This Interaction That Is So Wholesome It Legitimately Brightened My Day

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    While Working In The Garage, My Daughter Comes In With A White Tee And Slime Beard, “See? I Told You We Look Alike!”

    While Working In The Garage, My Daughter Comes In With A White Tee And Slime Beard, “See? I Told You We Look Alike!”

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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aw. Imitation is the highest form of flattery

    #8

    176 Animals Are Sleeping In A Home Tonight. Cleared The Shelter Was Successful

    176 Animals Are Sleeping In A Home Tonight. Cleared The Shelter Was Successful

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    Brother Makes A Dinosaur Watermelon Cake For His Nephew With Food Allergies

    Brother Makes A Dinosaur Watermelon Cake For His Nephew With Food Allergies

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    I'm 36 Years Old, I Started This Year Homeless, Fresh Out Of Jail Without A Dollar To My Name. I'm 6 Months Sober, I Got An Amazing GF And For The First Time In My Life, I Have A Mailbox With My Name On It

    I'm 36 Years Old, I Started This Year Homeless, Fresh Out Of Jail Without A Dollar To My Name. I'm 6 Months Sober, I Got An Amazing GF And For The First Time In My Life, I Have A Mailbox With My Name On It

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    My Sweet Dog Has Been Fawning From A Distance Over Our Newborn Daughter For The Last Couple Of Days

    My Sweet Dog Has Been Fawning From A Distance Over Our Newborn Daughter For The Last Couple Of Days

    We brought our first daughter home a couple days ago and our dogs have been in love ever since. They just sit and watch her from a distance and come herd family into the room when she starts crying. This is the closest we've let her get physically, but we've been sending home clothes and blankets since she was born so they can be familiar with her smell. They were also very loving towards my partner the whole pregnancy and would constantly watch over them.
    Ps. Please ignore the bum clothing and unkempt appearance, it's been a long few days with a newborn.

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    Callie27
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is so cute! <3 ALSO......IGNORE!? I LOVE NARUTO!!! I APPROVE

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    He Will Be A Great Uncle

    He Will Be A Great Uncle

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    #13

    I Drew An Elderly Couple Snoozing On A Plane ❤️ (Oc)

    I Drew An Elderly Couple Snoozing On A Plane ❤️ (Oc)

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    Me In My First Year Of Working At My Current Job. I Love How Proud I Was When I Made These Bad Boys

    Me In My First Year Of Working At My Current Job. I Love How Proud I Was When I Made These Bad Boys

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    My Mom Crochets And Donated 48 Blankets To Sick Children This Year

    My Mom Crochets And Donated 48 Blankets To Sick Children This Year

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    People Who Actually Care. They Are Everything

    People Who Actually Care. They Are Everything

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    #17

    Small Acts Of Kindness Like This Can Change Lives

    Small Acts Of Kindness Like This Can Change Lives

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    #18

    That Is So Cute

    That Is So Cute

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    #19

    That Sleep Is Gonna Be So Good Tonight

    That Sleep Is Gonna Be So Good Tonight

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    That Is So Amazing

    That Is So Amazing

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    #21

    I’m So Proud Of How Far I’ve Come With Needlefelting. These Are The Last 4 Dogs I Made

    I’m So Proud Of How Far I’ve Come With Needlefelting. These Are The Last 4 Dogs I Made

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    AKA AKA
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    1 month ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i didnt read the title and thought they were real lmao - they are brilliant

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    Look At Its Paws

    Look At Its Paws

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    WindySwede
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    1 month ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the dog is the recruiter trying to lure you into a [new] workplace!

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    #23

    My 30-Year Old Autistic Son Voted For The First Time

    My 30-Year Old Autistic Son Voted For The First Time

    He was nervous and told the poll worker it was his first time voting. As we walked out, she announced to the room that he was a first time voter and everyone cheered for him. He was proud AF.

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    Im So Happy For You

    Im So Happy For You

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    #25

    There's No Way I Can Stay Up Til 1am Anymore

    There's No Way I Can Stay Up Til 1am Anymore

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    #26

    Congratulations

    Congratulations

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    #27

    The World Needs More Positivity And My Positivity Comes From Moments Like This

    The World Needs More Positivity And My Positivity Comes From Moments Like This

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    #28

    This Picture Will Make You Smile And Tear Up

    This Picture Will Make You Smile And Tear Up

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    We Were In Barcelona

    We Were In Barcelona

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    #30

    Charleston, South Carolina. Kindness For The Win

    Charleston, South Carolina. Kindness For The Win

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    Well Done

    Well Done

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    #32

    After Years Of Depression, Today I Started My Day With A Beach Walk

    After Years Of Depression, Today I Started My Day With A Beach Walk

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    Data1001
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Getting out into nature -- however that may be for you -- can be incredibly healing.

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    Word To Live By

    Word To Live By

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    DennyS (denzoren)
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too many people refuse to share knowledge and experience. That's the point of knowing and learning and being good, being able to share and carrying it forward.

    #34

    This Is Beautiful

    This Is Beautiful

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    #35

    This Joke, And Also Just The Joy Of Reading Calvin And Hobbes

    This Joke, And Also Just The Joy Of Reading Calvin And Hobbes

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    Teenager's Very Cool Evening Plans

    Teenager's Very Cool Evening Plans

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    #37

    This Is Amazing

    This Is Amazing

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    #38

    This Is What Love Looks Like

    This Is What Love Looks Like

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    #39

    I've Been Taking These Pictures Since March Btw. These Are Not All Recent

    I've Been Taking These Pictures Since March Btw. These Are Not All Recent

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    This Is Probably The First Time Ive Seen Someone Bake A Cookie That Turned Out How They Wanted

    This Is Probably The First Time Ive Seen Someone Bake A Cookie That Turned Out How They Wanted

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    WindySwede
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Complete with a little mouse poop in front of it as well 😅🙃

    #41

    That Is Precious

    That Is Precious

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    #42

    Every Year, Mama Follows The Same Path

    Every Year, Mama Follows The Same Path

    Facility Services associates - one of whom said "She has us trained" - have old signage to gently guide her and her babies in case they look like they're about to get sidetracked. They head to the light from an open door at the end of the corridor.

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    #43

    [oc] Today, I Bought Myself A Cake To Celebrate Finally Having 0 Debts. :)

    [oc] Today, I Bought Myself A Cake To Celebrate Finally Having 0 Debts. :)

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    Last Night I Was Taking Sunset Pictures On The Beach When A Guy Walked Up And Asked Me If I'd Take A Picture Of Him And His Girlfriend. Then He Whispered "Take A Video." Next Thing I Know I'm Videoing A Proposal. I Took This Candid Shot On My Own Phone Afterwards

    Last Night I Was Taking Sunset Pictures On The Beach When A Guy Walked Up And Asked Me If I'd Take A Picture Of Him And His Girlfriend. Then He Whispered "Take A Video." Next Thing I Know I'm Videoing A Proposal. I Took This Candid Shot On My Own Phone Afterwards

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    Kid's Amazing Santa Logic

    Kid's Amazing Santa Logic

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    The Little Ways Kids Are So Curious And Influenced By What They See On Screen

    The Little Ways Kids Are So Curious And Influenced By What They See On Screen

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