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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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Kindness Is All About Healing, Isn't It?

Kindness Is All About Healing, Isn't It?

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#2

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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6 days 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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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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#4

Here's To Kindness

Here's To Kindness

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Enclave destroyer
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6 days 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.

#7

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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#8

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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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aw. Imitation is the highest form of flattery

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#9

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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#11

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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6 days 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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#13

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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#14

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

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

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#15

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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#17

Look At Its Paws

Look At Its Paws

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WindySwede
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6 days 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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Small Acts Of Kindness Like This Can Change Lives

Small Acts Of Kindness Like This Can Change Lives

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#19

Im So Happy For You

Im So Happy For You

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#20

That Is So Cute

That Is So Cute

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#21

Congratulations

Congratulations

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#23

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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6 days 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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People Who Actually Care. They Are Everything

People Who Actually Care. They Are Everything

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#25

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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#26

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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#28

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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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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6 days 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.

#31

We Were In Barcelona

We Were In Barcelona

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#33

This Is Amazing

This Is Amazing

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#34

This Is What Love Looks Like

This Is What Love Looks Like

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Charleston, South Carolina. Kindness For The Win

Charleston, South Carolina. Kindness For The Win

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#36

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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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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

#37

Word To Live By

Word To Live By

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DennyS (denzoren)
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5 days 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.

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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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#39

This Is Beautiful

This Is Beautiful

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#40

Teenager's Very Cool Evening Plans

Teenager's Very Cool Evening Plans

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#41

[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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#42

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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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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#44

That Is Precious

That Is Precious

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#45

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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