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Donate to Help Jenn and Her Family Through Her Cancer Battle, organized by Sam Cushway Our beautiful friend Jenn has recently been diagnosed with bowel cancer… Sam Cushway needs your support for Help Jenn and Her Family Through Her Cancer Battle

Jenn is a young mum of two and the heart of her family. Her husband is doing his best to juggle everything — working to support the family while also being there for Jenn and their children. As you can imagine, it’s a lot for one family to manage.

Things Are Rough, So Here Are 12 Examples Of GOOD News Happening In The World Right Now I've been feeling a lot like that disheveled raccoon emerging from the dumpster, looking like he just went on a week-long bender. These stories are the antidote.

I've been feeling a lot like that disheveled raccoon emerging from the dumpster, looking like he just went on a week-long bender. These stories are the antidote.

How VR is helping people see the life-saving power of vaccines A US company is using virtual reality to show how vaccines save lives – from the Congo to classrooms across America

A US company backed by the Gates Foundation is using virtual reality to show how vaccines save lives – from the Congo to classrooms across America. On World Polio Day, the team behind this innovative technology explains why.

Meet the Welsh Puppies Stopping Wildlife Poachers in Africa In the lush, emerald hills and valleys of Wales, dogs are trained to protect endangered wildlife a whole hemisphere away. Their scent tracking allows them to turn hunters into the hunted, and catch po...

After seeing photos of poached rhinos in Africa on the internet, a Welsh couple, who’d been training dogs for military work, drug detection, and policing for years, decided they had the drive, the knowledge, and the resources to make a difference.

Donate to Changing Lives Around the USA!, organized by Samuel Weidenhofer I’m traveling across the USA for 2 months on a mission to make a real difference in … Samuel Weidenhofer needs your support for Changing Lives Around the USA!

Over eight weeks, I’ll be visiting communities, meeting incredible families, and connecting with kids who are facing serious challenges — from financial struggles to serious illnesses. #help #life #give #goodkarna

Donate to Supporting Lane Through Brain Surgery and Recovery, organized by Katlyn White Im putting this together on behalf of our dear friends, The Fulwilers,… Katlyn White needs your support for Supporting Lane Through Brain Surgery and Recovery

Lane is a 19-year-old sophomore at Texas A&M University. After experiencing ongoing headaches and dizziness, she sought medical care note once, but twice. On Friday October 3rd, doctors discovered a that Lane had a brain tumor. From there, things moved very quickly..

Donate to Help Alaska Get Her Life Saving Diabetes Alert Dog, organized by Tiara Curnock Alaska is 12 years old, bright, witty, and full of heart. She lives e… Tiara Curnock needs your support for Help Alaska Get Her Life Saving Diabetes Alert Dog

Alaska is 12 years old, bright, witty, and full of heart. She lives every day with Type 1 Diabetes and Autism, and has faced more challenges than most kids her age should ever have to.

Donate to Let's help the one who always helped others, organized by Iliana Torres Pacheco is a highly respected and integral member of our community — always … Iliana Torres needs your support for Let's help the one who always helped others

Pacheco is a highly respected and integral member of our community — always being the first to offer a helping hand with extreme kindness and generosity. Known for his hard work and the pride he takes in beautifying our neighborhood through landscaping.

Donate to Help Fight 2 Rare Cancers: We Can Win This Battle, organized by David Rowe Hi, my name is David, and I am fundraising to support my partner, who at … David Rowe needs your support for Help Fight 2 Rare Cancers: We Can Win This Battle

Help to fight two rare cancers. A story that needs to be read!! #cancer #health #life #fight #wellness #thegoodsamaritan

Donate to 12 year old girl with cancer needs a car & medical help, organized by Isaiah Garza Lupita is 12 years old & currently battling an aggressive form of… Isaiah Garza needs your support for 12 year old girl with cancer needs a car & medical help

Lupita is 12 years old & currently battling an aggressive form of cancer. Lupita and her father are living in extreme poverty and collecting bottles on the streets to pay for their food. #health #cancer #help #hope #goodsamaritan

Donate to Support for Santiago “Santi” Perez to beat Leukemia, organized by Blue Dahlia Bistro Help support Santi Perez and his parents Susan and Rene Perez a… Blue Dahlia Bistro needs your support for Support for Santiago “Santi” Perez to beat Leukemia

Help support Santi Perez and his parents Susan and Rene Perez as they live through this devastating news and unexpected costs. Referred to as a prodigy by his directors, Santi is an accomplished composer and musician with a bright future ahead. #help #support #cancer #life

Donate to In Loving Memory of Lainey Jean Gladkin, organized by Ali Wright On October 9, 2025, the world changed forever as it said goodbye to Lainey Jean Gla… Ali Wright needs your support for In Loving Memory of Lainey Jean Gladkin

On October 9, 2025, the world changed forever as it said goodbye to Lainey Jean Gladkin, lovingly known to all as "Lainey Bird" - a beautiful, spirited two-year old whose joy, determination and love touched every person she encountered.

Donate to Support Oliver's Recovery After Tragic Accident, organized by Madeline Ashwell My name is Madeline. My brother, Oliver Holland, was in a horrible ac… Madeline Ashwell needs your support for Support Oliver's Recovery After Tragic Accident

Oliver was enjoying a day at the beach when suddenly a helicopter malfunctioned and came crashing down on him. He is currently in the hospital receiving surgery; he has a collapsed lung and brain bleed. #love #support #help

Depression in Children: Signs, Treatment, and How to Help Changes in sleep patterns and distancing from friends are a few signs of depression in children. Knowing the signs can help you support your child.

Childhood is naturally filled with emotional ups and downs. But a loss of interest in things always enjoyed and distancing from friends could be more than just developmental change. #parenting #health #depression #help #life

Can You Convince Someone With A Substance Use Disorder to Get Help? When a loved one has substance use disorder, it's common to want to do everything you can to help them. Here's how you can support someone to seek treatment without pressuring or shaming them.

Those closest to you often want to support you in hard times as much as they can. And for someone living with substance use disorder, or addiction, this may mean convincing them to get help. #addiction #help #mentalhealth

How I Tricked My Brain To Like Doing Hard Things (dopamine detox) Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

You probably don't have a problem playing video games or browsing social media on your phone. In fact I have no doubt you could sit in front of a screen and do both of those activities for 2 hours, or even longer without breaking your concentration.
But what about half an hour of studying? #dopamine

How to Master the Mental Side of Weight Loss YouTube video by Dr. Morgan Nolte, Zivli

Let me tell you a little-known secret about losing weight and getting healthy. It starts between your ears. In your brain. How you think! That’s because your thoughts determine your emotions, your emotions determine your actions, and your actions determine your results. #health #weightloss

8 Ways to Avoid Drug Addiction You might need (or want) to use a substance. Here are 8 strategies to manage use.

Perhaps you’ve long used prescription meds to manage a chronic condition or you’re prescribed pain medication after surgery. You could even use some drugs socially or recreationally to help calm your mood. #addiction #health #wellness #selfcare

How stress affects your brain - Madhumita Murgia YouTube video by TED-Ed

Stress isn’t always a bad thing; it can be handy for a burst of extra energy and focus, like when you’re playing a competitive sport or have to speak in public. But when it’s continuous, it actually begins to change your brain. #stress #brainhealth #health #energy

Functional Fixedness: Examples and How to Overcome It Functional fixedness is a cognitive bias that limits your ability to use an object in multiple ways. Learn how overcoming this type of bias can improve your health.

Functional fixedness is a bias that can impact our creativity. Being aware of your bias and remaining open to new solutions can help you find new solutions.

What happens to your brain without any social contact? - Terry Kupers Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Everyone needs time to themselves, and peaceful solitude has stress-relieving benefits. But when being alone is forced upon you, the effects can be extensive. And though different people experience distinct effects, symptoms tend to become more severe and persistent the longer one’s isolated.

5 Rare Personality Types 5 of the 16 Myers-Briggs personality types, such as INFJ and ENTJ, are rare among the general population. But no personality is better or worse than another.

No personality type is inherently better or worse than another. You will find you use different aspects of personality throughout your day or life. And you may also find that some things come more easily than others or make you feel more or less confident.

How To Reprogram Your Dopamine To Crave Hard Work YouTube video by Rian Doris

What if the same brain chemical driving you to scroll TikTok for hours… could be turned into your #1 tool for hyperfocus?

Learn how to resensitize dopamine, take “boring breaks,” and transform dull tasks into flow.

#Dopamine #FlowState #Neuroscience #Productivity #Focus #Mindset #Attention

How To Deal With Health Anxiety and Hypochondria YouTube video by Dr. Tracey Marks

With hypochondriasis, you misinterpret body sensations and assume you have a serious disease, even when you don't.
You may believe that the doctor missed something, or even believe the anxiety you have will turn into something more serious like dying in your sleep or having a heart attack.