Ayanna Thomas’ Story
In 2009, Ayanna was walking through Tokyo, without an umbrella, when it started to rain. Then a stranger appeared by her side.
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Reframing Your Reality: Part 2
We often assume that we see ourselves and the world around us accurately. But psychologist Alia Crum says that our perceptions are always filtered through our mindsets — and these mindsets shape our lives in subtle but profound ways. In the second of two episodes, Alia explains how our beliefs about food and exercise affect our bodies.
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Lorrie Paul’s Story
It’s 1996, and Lorrie is visiting her ailing father in the hospital. She’s crying in the hallway near his room when a kind stranger walks by.
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Separating Yourself from the Pack
Have you ever gotten into a heated argument about politics? Maybe you’ve said something you’re not proud of during game night with friends, or booed the opposing team at a sporting event. Psychologist Mina Cikara studies what happens in these moments — when our mindset shifts from “you and me” to “us and them.” This week on the show, Mina shares the profound ways that becoming a part of a group shapes our thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
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Jeff Fister’s Story
After a car crash, Jeff is flustered as he makes sure his children are okay. A stranger steps out of the crowd to help.
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Aya McMillan’s Story
When Aya starts to panic during a long and painful medical procedure, she feels a calming hand on her back.
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Joe Arrigoni’s Story
An employee in a shoe store gently helps Joe’s wife, Joani, who is struggling with Alzheimer’s.
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Cynthia Page’s Story
When menacing strangers surround Cynthia in a phone booth, a savior appears out of nowhere.
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Betsy Cox’s Story
This week, a favorite episode from the archives: Betsy is having one of those days where everything feels like a struggle. But then a kind stranger offers a few simple words that shift her perspective.
Heather Harper’s Story
Heather is overwhelmed with grief after the death of her baby. Then a woman at her church says something that makes her feel less alone.
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