Matt’s Kindness Ripples On

10/10/2026

Kindness doesn’t just help the person receiving it—it nourishes us, too. Helping someone, showing compassion, or simply making someone’s day a little better can leave us feeling more connected, fulfilled, and happy.

10/07/2026

Feeling like the world is full of bad news? Kindness Heroes shares 61 true stories of ordinary people doing good things for others, giving you a much-needed jolt of hope.

The stories remind you that kindness is happening everywhere—even when the headlines make it easy to forget.

10/05/2026

When someone is struggling or in crisis, their identity, past, or mistakes shouldn’t determine whether they deserve compassion and help. What matters most is seeing the person in front of you and recognizing their humanity.

10/01/2026

Turning Healing Into a Mission

A huge shout-out to Jesse’s Paddle (aka, The Jesse Klump Su***de Awareness and Prevention Program) for their very generous donation to sponsor this month’s award winner, Evan Johnson. Evan Johnson (San Jose, CA) grew up seeing firsthand the invisible wounds that can follow military service. His grandfather and his father both served, and both struggled with PTSD after returning home....

A huge shout-out to Jesse’s Paddle (aka, The Jesse Klump Su***de Awareness and Prevention Program) for their very generous donation to sponsor this month’s award winner, Evan Johnson. Evan Johnson (San Jose, CA) grew up seeing firsthand the invisible wounds that can follow military service. His...

09/25/2026

You don’t have to wait for everything to be perfect to enjoy your life. There can still be good moments, joy, and gratitude right in the middle of the hard stuff.

What’s one good thing in your life right now?

09/23/2026

Sometimes it’s easier to talk about important things when you’re not talking about yourself. Someone reads a 2–3 page true story about kindness, courage, generosity, or overcoming a challenge, and suddenly there’s an opening for conversation.
“What would you have done?”
“Have you ever experienced something like that?”

The stories in Kindness Heroes aren't just something to read; they're an easy doorway into conversations that might not otherwise happen.

09/20/2026

I’m thinking how small acts of kindness done by lots of people can change the world.

09/16/2026

The Digital Detox Dinner Challenge

Be honest, when was the last time you sat down at the dinner table where every single person was 100% present? No buzzing phones sitting face down on the placemat, no sneaky glances at notifications, and no half-hearted answers to the dreaded question: "So, how was your day?"...

Be honest, when was the last time you sat down at the dinner table where every single person was 100% present? No buzzing phones sitting face down on the placemat, no sneaky glances at notifications, and no half-hearted answers to the dreaded question: "So, how was your day?" If you’re scratching...

09/13/2026

If someone you know is feeling discouraged, overwhelmed, or like there isn’t much good left in the world, share these stories with them.

Kindness Heroes gives real examples of ordinary people choosing kindness and making a difference, which can be a reminder that good things are still happening all around us. Stories of kindness can help restore a sense of hope and connection.

09/10/2026

Something we should all remember. Carrying hate and resentment hurts you more than it hurts the other person. Find a way to move past it so you can truly enjoy your life.