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My Unsung Hero

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Jan 23, 2024 • 4min

Biar Kon's Story

Biar tells the story of a stranger who approached him on the street in Nairobi, Kenya and "sowed a seed of kindness" that he carries with him today.
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Jan 16, 2024 • 2min

Sandy Renner's Story

Sandy shares a heartwarming story about how a compassionate grocery store checker offered unexpected comfort during a vulnerable moment in her life.
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Jan 9, 2024 • 4min

Alexandra Middlewood's Story

A favorite from our archives: Alexandra was struggling with hybrid teaching when a small gesture from a student reminded her why she loved her job.Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Some guidance:--Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room.--Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend.--Let us know why this person continues to impact your life.--If your hero were standing front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly.-- Here are some tips on how to make a great recording on your phone.Thank you!
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Jan 2, 2024 • 5min

Roger Lynn's Story

A nurse's heartfelt acts of kindness and comfort during a cancer battle leave a lasting impact on a family.
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Dec 26, 2023 • 5min

Justin Horner's Story

Justin Horner shares his experience of being stranded on the side of the freeway and the heartwarming story of a migrant working family who came to his rescue, highlighting the power of kindness and selflessness in a chance encounter.
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Dec 19, 2023 • 5min

Ellen Butterfield's Story

Ellen and her husband were afraid the border guard would confiscate the chemotherapy drugs they were bringing back from Mexico. But then he did something unexpected.   
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Dec 12, 2023 • 4min

Teresa Hernandez's Story

Teresa Hernandez shares her story of a nurse who becomes her unsung hero during a medical emergency while she is 33 weeks pregnant, offering essential support and comfort during a panic attack.
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Dec 5, 2023 • 7min

Gary Dietz's Story

A father shares a heartwarming story of gratitude towards four kind strangers who helped his son with special needs during a day out. The speaker talks about a challenging experience with their son's physical meltdown and encountering kindness from a bartender and an Uber driver. They also share a moment of compassion and help received at a cafe when they were in need of water.
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Nov 28, 2023 • 4min

Oliver Muensterer's Story

Discover how a stranger's act of kindness before a job interview changed Oliver Munster's life, leading him to become a successful pediatric surgeon and professor.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 4min

Calvin Lowe's Story

Calvin Lowe recounts a heartwarming story about his son's surgery and a compassionate doctor who eased their worries by assuring them of his dedication to their son's wellbeing.

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