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Psychologists say that immersing yourself with a hobby is vital to your health. As it turned out, our hobbies help in relieving our stress, prevent us from forming bad habits, and aid in promoting mindfulness. But the activities that bring joy into our life can also make a huge difference in the life of others.
Chris Norton was just six weeks into his freshman year at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, when his life was changed forever. After he mistimed a play during a football game, he was left paralyzed from the neck down. That fateful day was on October 16, 2010, and Chris was just 18 years old. Lying
This young violin player just captured the hearts of America. Tyler Butler-Figueroa stepped onto the America’s Got Talent stage donning a suit and his shiny sneakers, carrying his violin in one hand. The young boy looked more than ready to show off his violin-playing skills. But more than his flashy footwear, the night ahead is
A record-breaking freezing temperature has wreaked havoc in the midwestern states. From class suspensions, canceled flights, to devastating deaths- the minus 56 Fahrenheit temperature brought by the Polar Vortex sure is a force not to be reckoned with. People across the state are suffering from the chilling weather, particularly the homeless. Without a roof over
Body Positivity movement is all about feeling confident in one’s own body. It is about loving your body no matter what size you are. It is feeling beautiful regardless of the opinion of others. While it is important to love yourself, still, the fact that you need to keep a healthy mind and body should
Santa Claus, also known as the father of Christmas, is a legendary Christmas icon that is believed to grant the wishes of children who have been good all year long. Every Christmas, most children are encouraged by their parents to write the things they would like to have for Christmas so that Santa Claus will
MINNESOTA mother, Leah Spring, 51, together with her partner Dean Ellingson, 61, has decided to do an incredibly selfless thing — they gave a warm and welcoming home to FIVE kids with Down Syndrome. Leah, who already has a daughter with Down Syndrome, has selflessly adopted five more children with the same condition. The big-hearted
Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal disorder. Annually, around 6,000 babies are born with Down syndrome, a congenital disorder where babies get an extra pair of a chromosome. Despite it being a common disorder, due to lack of proper education, a lot of people have misconceptions about those with Down syndrome. What other people
Parents know how hard it is to manage two kids at once. Toddlers are full of energy, curiosity, and quirks, hence, it is advisable to give them undivided attention when they are under our care. However, looking after kids is easier said than done. Especially when they are not in the comfort of their home. And
You will definitely know that Christmas is around the corner when Santa starts showing up on malls and public places. Seeing children getting excited over meeting their Christmas hero never fails to warm one’s heart. After all, the innocence of children mixed with their enthusiasm to share what they want for Christmas encourages us to
There is always something good in every bad situation. John Chhan, the 62-year-old doughnut shop owner, knows this very well. When Stella, the 63-year-old wife of John was diagnosed with a brain aneurysm, John was shaken. But thanks to the effort of their kind-hearted neighbors- the husband and wife have something to smile about amidst
They say that animals and humans are not much different from one another. Just like humans, animals have their own emotions and feelings, it is just that, we have different ways on how we express it. Thus, it is no surprise when a blind cow who lost her seeing eye pig- her best friend of
