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7 Good News Stories To Boost Positivity During Dark Times

There's nothing like some good news to lift your spirits.

Valerie Oppenheim

Mar 06, 2017

SUNY Binghamton

7 Good News Stories To Boost Positivity During Dark Times

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In a time full of division, protest, and what seems to be doom and gloom, we’re in dire need of some good news. It’s nothing anymore to turn on the news and get depressed about the state of society. So, instead of thinking that we’ve done ourselves in, here are seven topics of good news to restore your faith in humanity.

1. 90 new homeless shelters are being built in New York City.

Mayor Bill de Blasio recently unveiled a plan to build these 90 shelters in the next five years. In a time when homelessness in increasing in American cities, this plan aims to cut down homelessness by 2,500 in 2021. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/new-york-city-to-bu...

2. Lead amounts in the water in Flint, Michigan, have decreased.

According to state environment officials in Michigan, the lead amounts have decreased to below the federal limit. The federal cap is 15 parts per billion (ppb), and recent tests show the lead amounts at 12ppb. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/flint-water-no-long...

3. The drought in California is ending.

After weeks of statewide snow and rain, the drought plaguing the state is far less severe than it has been in years. At this time last year, 97% of California was suffering from the drought. Now, that number is down to 40%. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/heavy-rains-snow-he...

4. 6,000 turtles have been saved in a wildlife bust.

Police rescued more than four tons of endangered turtles in India. 6,430 turtles are getting a second chance at life thanks to this bust. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/police-rescue-6000-...

5. NBA player is donating $1,000 for every point he scores.

The New Orleans Pelicans’ point back True Holiday plans on donating $1,000 to tornado relief efforts in New Orleans for every point and assist he scores in their game against the San Antonio Spurs. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/nba-player-donate-1...

6. A cop has applied to be a veteran’s legal guardian.

The Korean War veteran known as Norm is not only alone but is also suffering from dementia. The police officer has applied and is raising money to be Norm’s legal guardian and is pushing for veterans’ rights. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/cop-befriends-loner...

7. Ellen surprised a graduating class with free scholarships.

The famous and dearly loved talk show host surprised the 41 graduation students from the Summit Academy of Brooklyn with free college scholarships. After having two teachers from the school on her show, she partnered with Walmart and presented a $25,000 check to the school, whose mission is to help educate the community and lower poverty rates, to be used as college scholarships for those graduating. Read more here: http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/watch-ellen-surpris...

So, there you have it. Seven series about good news to help restore your faith in society. To read these articles and more articles all about good news, visit http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/.

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7 Good News Stories To Boost Positivity During Dark Times

There's nothing like some good news to lift your spirits.

1. 90 new homeless shelters are being built in New York City.

2. Lead amounts in the water in Flint, Michigan, have decreased.

3. The drought in California is ending.

4. 6,000 turtles have been saved in a wildlife bust.

5. NBA player is donating $1,000 for every point he scores.

6. A cop has applied to be a veteran’s legal guardian.

7. Ellen surprised a graduating class with free scholarships.

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"I'm hopeless and awkward and desperate for love"

1. That Time He Tested Out His Flirting Skills and This Happened

2. When He Was Willing to Do Anything to Avoid Confrontation

3. When He Couldn't Handle Awkward, Emotional Situations

4. How He Reacted Whenever His Friends Ignored Him

5. All of the Times He Worried About His Failing Love Life

6. Whenever He Tried to Whip Himself Into Shape

7. How He Handled New People and New Experiences

8. Whenever His Friends Got Annoying, He Was Always the Voice of Reason

9. He Always Knew How to Jam

10. He Finds a Way to Make Any Situation More Fun

No, I can't help you.

1. When a customer wants to return a product, hands you the receipt, where is printed "ALL SALES ARE FINAL" in all caps.

2. Just because you might be having a bad day, and you're in a crappy mood, doesn't make it okay for you to yell at me or be rude to me. I'm a person with feelings, just like you.

3. People refusing to be put on hold when a customer is standing right in front of you. Oh, how I wish I could just hang up on you!

4. Having the same conversations over and over again! To be honest I really don't even want to talk to you right now, or have this fake ass smile on my face!

5. Always having to have a smile on your face. I promise I'm not as happy as I may look!

6. Customers not understanding that sometimes, mistakes happen. I am a human being, we all mess up sometimes!

7. Having the boss from hell, it's their way or the highway! Even though I did my job correctly and efficiently, if I don't do it the exact way you do, I'm a piece of shit.

8. Having coworker who don't help out, who bend the rules just enough to screw you over.

9. Having to be at work after closing because a customer is taking forever and half! Not like I'd like to go home or anything!

10. Having shitty hours and more shifts than you asked for. Just because we don't have enough workers, doesn't mean I want to pick up every shift that you cant cover, oh great boss of mine!

11. Not having time for a social life. It gets old saying, "I can't I have work..." Every day of the week!

12. Having that lazy costumer who can't do anything for themselves... no please I'll get that, it's no problem at all!

It's just my face, I swear.

1. When you meet new people, they automatically assume you hate them or are rude.

2. People are constantly asking you if you're OK.

3. After being friends with someone for a while, they confess to you, "I thought you were so mean when I first met you," or, "I thought you hated me."

4. You get told to smile more, but they don't understand how scary that would be.

5. You're always labeled as seeming "judgy."

6. Passing a friend with your RBF in full force and not realizing you just shot them a death glare.

7. Being sarcastic, but everyone thinks you're outright rude.

8. Not knowing how mean you really look until you see a picture of yourself in resting face.

9. Your apologies never sound sincere because of your emotionless face.

10. Your "mad face" scares you.

11. And, lastly, people are constantly asking you if you are happy or having a good time because you look bored to death.

Please hold your blonde joke.

1. "Is Elle Woods your spirit animal?"

2. "Is that your natural hair color?"

3. "Oh wow, you get good grades at school?"

4. "You must really like the color pink!"

5. "You’re probably not into sports, right?"

6. "You must have such a bubbly personality."

7. "Your wardrobe must consist of all things preppy."

8. "What sorority are you in?"

9. "You were probably a cheerleader in high school."

10. "You look like you’re from L.A. because your hair is so light."

11. "You definitely like Pumpkin Spiced Lattes from Starbucks!"

12. "Do you actually think blondes have more fun?"

13. "You must encompass the typical “white girl” stereotype."

14. "Is that daddy’s credit card you’re using?"

15. "So all of your friends are blonde too?"

16. "I’m surprised about you; I thought you would be a lot ditsier."

The world's greatest university meets the world's greatest show.

1. When you get your acceptance letter

2. When you try to figure out how class enrollment works

3. When it’s move in day

4. When you arrive on campus and see all of the attractive people

5. FROG Week

6. When you find your squad

7. When you visit DHall (RIP) or EHall for the first time

8. When you take on way too many credits

9. When you go to your first party at JMU

10. When the rival school shows up for the homecoming game (or any game really)

11. Sunday Brunch

12. When you see the infamous “preacher” for the first time

13. The first snow day

14. Madipalooza

15. When finals week rolls around

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