Tag: role model
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Man Becomes a Father Figure in His Community, Takes Kids Fishing
William Dunn, a fisherman from Lakeland, Florida, became a beloved father figure in his town after taking children fishing. One day, he noticed his 8-year-old neighbor constantly storming in and out of his home. Dunn repeated this behavior so often that the 57-year-old decided to approach him. Dunn wanted to know about his life and…
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12 Reasons Why It’s So Rewarding to Serve as a Mentor
Think of the kind people who helped guide you to where you are today. They invested time, resources, and energy for you to gain knowledge and skills to be successful. What are the benefits of being a mentor to others? The idea of elders teaching their young how to survive and preserve sacred traditions is…
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Middle School Teacher Shows Students the Power of Love
Donovan Taylor Hill, a middle school teacher at Impact Academy in Oakland, CA, teaches his students more than just math and science. He shows them the importance of self-love and positivity, helping them build their self-esteem. After having a rough childhood and feeling lost in life, Donovan had to become his own strength. Like many…
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Researchers Debunk “Evil Stepmother” Myth In New Study
Fairytales and fable tend to paint stepmothers in a negative light, portraying them as wicked and hurtful. In the classic story, Cinderella’s evil stepmother and two stepsisters made her life miserable. Jealous of her grace and beauty, they ganged up on her, tormenting her at any chance they got. While those classic children’s movies and…