Random Acts Of Kindness That Prove The World Isn’t All Bad

The world can be a sad and frustrating place sometimes. Everything we see in the news or on our various social media platforms seems to send us further down a spiral of dark times.

Fortunately, it isn't all bad all the time. There are people in the world who are kind and through their kindness remind us that the world isn't all bad.

I'm Sure The Owl Is Grateful

firefighters holding owl
Photo Credit: Reddit / b12ftw
Photo Credit: Reddit / b12ftw

These firefighters found an injured owl after going through a forest after a fire. The caught him and brought him to a wildlife rehabilitation center. The little owl is expected to make a full recovery.

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Look At That Smile

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someone putting money in candy machine
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This young lady is filling up candy machines with quarters. She is hoping that it will make someone's day when they go to use it and see that someone has already paid for their sweet treat.

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It's Nice To Have Good Friends

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someone bought a game for his buddy
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This guy knew his roommate and friend were going through a tough time so he got him a little pick me up and encouraged him to take some me time.

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What A Good Teacher

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kids sitting with a construction worker
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This construction worker took time out of his day to sit down with some neighborhood kids and explain to them how the machines they use work. He even made sure to get them little safety vests.

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Isn't This Sweet?

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someone covering the dog's ears
Photo Credit: Reddit / Justaladyperson
Photo Credit: Reddit / Justaladyperson
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A grandpa looking after his puppy grandson while the smoke detector went off. He was covering his little ears so he didn't get too upset. I bet he didn't even want the dog at first.

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It's The Little Things

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pencils with encouraging messages
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A teacher spent her evening making encouraging notes on pencils she was going to give out to her students who were going to be writing a math test. These little things make a world of difference.

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Rain, Rain Go Away

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a car with an umbrella in the sunroof
Photo Credit: Reddit / umichsylvia
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Someone walked by a car with the sunroof open and decided to give up their umbrella to make sure the person who owned the car didn't up with a really soggy vehicle.

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Everyone Deserves Care

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a doctor operating on a teddy bear
Photo Credit: Twitter / @pdmcneely
Photo Credit: Twitter / @pdmcneely
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Having that little teddy bear probably made a world of difference to that child. Facing something scary like surgery is tough, and anything to help them understand will go a long way.

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This Is Touching

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a text from a professor to a student who needs a place to go for the holidays
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The student who received this text had come out to their family a few years prior and was not allowed home to spend the holidays with them. Luckily, this professor is accepting and supportive.

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What Better Way To Make A Friend?

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two people on the subway with wine
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A full, unopened bottle of wine rolled out from under the seat on this New York City subway. The two strangers sitting next to one another decided they would use it to celebrate a new friendship.

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How Polite!

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a note from a child asking to use a basketball net
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Photo Credit: Reddit / lakeyoung
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That is one sweet little kid. I would melt inside if I saw this and would, of course, say yes as well. It's important to encourage kids to be active, especially when it's their idea.

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Not All Heroes Wear Capes

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tweet: the guy next to me on the train was watching the office, so naturally I not so subtly watched along. He noticed me watching with him and turned on the subtitles.
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Honestly, this sounds like it could be the beginning of a beautiful love story. Maybe after this Twitter thread, they'll reconnect and watch all the seasons of The Office together.

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This Is So Touching

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a bunch of keys in a card
Photo Credit: Reddit / ok_lettucehead
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After a young woman's mother died, eight girls had keys cut to their homes so she would always feel like she had somewhere to go. It won't replace the love she lost, but it will help her heal.

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It's Important To Help Others

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an old man helping someone tie a tie
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This gentleman saw this young man struggling to tie his tie. He was frustrated because he was on his way to an interview. The gentleman stopped and helped him get ready to impress.

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Who Doesn't Love Dogs?

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dog treats on a package outside a door
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Mail day is exciting for more than just the people of this house. The driver of the delivery truck left a couple of dog treats out for their furry friend. That's going above and beyond.

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Well, That Is Lucky!

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someone getting a free dentist appt
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This is so wonderful that someone in a position to help would decide to do so. I don't like the dentist, but a free check-up would be something I would take any day.

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Good People Exist

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someone sent a wallet back to their owner
Photo Credit: Reddit / Joecool94
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This person thought that they lost their wallet and everything in it. Luckily, the person who found it decided to do the right thing and sent it back to them using express post with everything still in the wallet.

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Who Wouldn't Love This?

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a sign that says, 'cut yourself some flowers, enjoy'
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Photo Credit: Reddit / sof_g08
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I would pull over and cut some of those flowers, you wouldn't have to ask me twice. I might even sneak a few selfies while I was in there to get a good Instagram post.

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Happy Holidays!

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a box of water and snacks for fedex and ups workers
Photo Credit: Reddit / Lord_Rezkin
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This place left some drinks and snacks out for all the delivery people who were working extra hard to make sure we get all our packages in time for the holidays.

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This Is So Generous

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someone tipped $100
Photo Credit: Reddit / belfaj26
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A bit of extra cash is never a bad thing, especially around the holidays or while you're trying to make it through college. This was a really amazing gesture from this person and I hope the server spends it well.