Here are some inspiring videos of kindness, empathy, and generosity, some of which even made the news.  As you’ll see, it’s cool to be kind….

Is there anyone in your life who made a positive difference to you… and you never told them?…

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35 moments of violence that brought out incredible human compassion

Image from www.distractify.com

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The difference you can make if you apply your talents to helping people is unbelievable – watch this!

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A boy cheerleader boy got bullied. And then something unexpected happened…

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What happens when you give away  $1000 in $5 bills to strangers on the street?

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“Paying it forward” is an act of kindness asking nothing in return except that the recipient does something kind for someone else. Great things happen!

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A young baseball fan’s generosity is caught live on ABC News!

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Teens react to the suicide of teen Amanda Todd, who was bullied.

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Challenge Day is awesome. Watch what happens when the bullied meets the bully…

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Watch what these homeless people do for a stranger.

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Honesty and integrity are fantastic qualities to have.  Watch this teenage honesty caught on CCTV.

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More teenage honesty – this one’s a commercial, rather than “real” but still very inspiring

Teen integrity at www.values.com

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Peer pressure is often talked about in a negative way – the pressure to join gangs, smoke, etc. Sometimes, it can work in a good direction…

Teen honesty at www.values.com