Random Acts of Kindness Triathlon | The Science of Happiness

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Komentáře • 256

  • @sessizgozlemci
    @sessizgozlemci Před 10 lety +509

    being kind nowadays is often mistaken for flirtation or considered weird

    • @TheGonzaloMagic
      @TheGonzaloMagic Před 10 lety +21

      It may be considered flirting, but will never be considered weird. People like kindness directed towards them. for example, who doesnt like a shop assistant who is super friendly? it makes you smile, it betters your mood when you pass through people like that. And you can do it to. its simple, and it will make you feel good. In the flirting part, girls can tell after a few talks with you what are your real intentions, or even in first contact. A honest smile and positive atittude is very different from a flirty one.

    • @ameliacave3839
      @ameliacave3839 Před 7 lety +4

      Uem Z fkdjdjkddjdjdkk something that made me so aggravated was that some guy kept smiling at my friend and so she thinks it's him being creepy, stalkerish, and weird when it was just him trying to be nice
      Sorry had to get that out how people just don't accept the fact that people can just be nice ok peace and blessings everyone

    • @indiamoore9977
      @indiamoore9977 Před 6 lety +2

      Yup sad isn't it

    • @user-gf9xo6xz1w
      @user-gf9xo6xz1w Před 6 lety

      ... and 5 years on some people still think like that.

    • @danielcastillo3080
      @danielcastillo3080 Před 5 lety +1

      5 years ago? it might still be like that till this day but i don't really talk to people or even go out for a matter pf fact so idk.

  • @stuvs830
    @stuvs830 Před 10 lety +78

    When I was on crutches, a homeless guy helped me across the street. I decided to buy lunch at the store deli for him, but when I went outside, he was gone!

  • @veronicachristopher9321
    @veronicachristopher9321 Před 5 lety +3

    A decade ago after just getting my income tax, I had over a grand in cash in my wallet. I left it like a dummy in a mall bathroom stall. An elderly couple had found it and left their # w/ mall security (they were uncomfortable leaving it with a stranger). I called them and they drove 20+ mins in a snow storm to meet me halfway. Every penny was accounted for& they refused my reward money. They’d even found a phone list in my wallet and called a few of my contacts to tell them they had my wallet.
    Over ten years later and I’ve never forgotten that. Kindness truly goes a long way. This couple restored my faith in humanity ❤️

    • @Reunion4ever
      @Reunion4ever Před 4 lety

      Veronica Christopher WOW! Great story!

  • @dacarla21
    @dacarla21 Před 8 lety +89

    I challenged myself not to cry, of course I lost. Soul pancake you warm my heart!

    • @BeauJames59
      @BeauJames59 Před 7 lety +8

      That means you have a big, warm heart.

  • @jkljkl218
    @jkljkl218 Před 10 lety +8

    Kindness Grattitude and all that stuff, I rarely see it anymore...
    Everyone's looking down on their phone....
    I just wish that we could at least look up and communicate more with people and be kinder and be happier in general at the same time spreading it..

  • @vilAvain
    @vilAvain Před 8 lety +166

    I think the only quality that I'll be ever attracted to is kindness...

    • @dj-mh5se
      @dj-mh5se Před 6 lety

      ̶ ̶C̶r̶o̶s̶s̶m̶y̶h̶e̶a̶r̶t̶ ̶
      Amen

  • @alexhooi7970
    @alexhooi7970 Před 10 lety +180

    Turns out the “cute couple" are siblings

  • @historytrivia1900
    @historytrivia1900 Před 10 lety +13

    I used to help people all the time and I was really happy at that time, now I really don't help that much and not really happy, I will change this as giving did make me more happier

  • @beazuzmcceasar22
    @beazuzmcceasar22 Před 10 lety +78

    I've always wanted to buy a homeless person lunch. Never had the balls to though which is silly because they would most likely appreciate it. I guess no matter who it is, theres always that fear of being rejected.

    • @beazuzmcceasar22
      @beazuzmcceasar22 Před 8 lety +34

      +Bea Livingstone I gave a homeless person a bag of pumpkin and spice cupcakes in the end - fear conquered!

    • @auroraborealis675
      @auroraborealis675 Před 6 lety +3

      I hate how many times I've given homeless people food or cigarettes and they don't say thank you and end up asking for 20 dollars.

    • @2hunnidizzy
      @2hunnidizzy Před 3 lety

      Hi

  • @rheajean0711
    @rheajean0711 Před 8 lety +29

    I cried in 6th rows of your videos guys...

  • @ZariaDarkwater
    @ZariaDarkwater Před 10 lety +8

    This is a really good video about just being kind. One thing people forget is that they can be nice without needing to get something in return. Or that it doesn't have to be something big like helping out at a soup kitchen (though you should still do that if you can). Being kind can simply be helping an old person at the store lift their heavier items onto the register or telling someone they look nice. That's all it takes and if everyone did a few kinds acts a day then the world would be a lot less jaded.

  • @ApricotArtLover
    @ApricotArtLover Před 10 lety +34

    I should really do this more... call someone and tell them im proud of them and why they're so great and give food to the homeless!

  • @99Lyli
    @99Lyli Před 7 lety +26

    Can you guys understand how nice would it be if every human being acted like this everyday? 😢

    • @jakebogus5361
      @jakebogus5361 Před 5 lety +3

      We have it in us to love but it starts with you wanting it to spread the word. You are a shining light of hope. We learn your love you have.

  • @insan3d0wn3r
    @insan3d0wn3r Před 10 lety +16

    Stop making me cry!

  • @arpitagarwal7470
    @arpitagarwal7470 Před 7 lety +46

    Okay I'd be awkward as hell when it comes to doing these things.

  • @sman51321
    @sman51321 Před 10 lety

    Killing them with compassion overloading them in kindness making the world go round

  • @AllenWithAnA
    @AllenWithAnA Před 8 lety +16

    I cry tears of joy every video I watch from you guys. Thank you for sharing these inspirational videos +SoulPancake!!

  • @brotherkoms
    @brotherkoms Před 10 lety +6

    Once this guy came up to my wife and I when we were leaving a take a way place and he said "Are those your kids"...
    ME (in my mind): 'Oh no, what did thy do this time' "Ahhh yep"
    HIM: "I just wanted to say that your kids were really nice to my kids and really well behaved"
    ME: "You mean those ones" pointing at mine,
    HIM: "yep"
    ME: "Ahh thanks"
    Almost the proudest Dad moment of my life, you know apart from them being born.

  • @notngnimer
    @notngnimer Před 10 lety +22

    Man, iI'm so glad I stumbled, accidently, to these episodes. You guys ARE making a difference. Time to feel great by expressing gratitude....Thanks Soul Pancake!! wait for it....wait for it....yep! it works!!

  • @faraazakbar521
    @faraazakbar521 Před 8 lety +16

    I think the guys who got 40 for the tip thought they made a mistake, that's why they were so eager to wrap up the interaction (and why that guy whispered it)

    • @margo3367
      @margo3367 Před 5 lety +2

      Raz 1138 I don't think so. He whispered it because he couldn't believe his good fortune.

  • @killerbunniie
    @killerbunniie Před 10 lety +1

    Watching The Science of Happiness makes my day so much better. It's an inspiration to go out there and do something great. That feeling you get most of the time, seeing all the bad things in the world, when you are ashamed of humanity... That goes away when you watch this. Thank You SoulPancake!

  • @BellaBlossom
    @BellaBlossom Před 7 lety +4

    i do kindness all the time i go up to someone i do not no and say something nice about them it makes me think better about my self

  • @mariah_7654
    @mariah_7654 Před 6 lety

    When we seek to serve someone in need not expecting them to ever be able to repay us has a way of connecting people. Connecting with someone even in a small way is amazing.

  • @abside30glu
    @abside30glu Před 10 lety +3

    THE MEASURE OF SUCCESS IS ALL YOUR HAPPYNESS
    MAR 28, 2014

  • @skystarlite98
    @skystarlite98 Před 10 lety

    I will forever support the mission of Soul Pancake. It doesn't matter what mood I'm in, I'm always 10 times happier and more inspired every time I watch your videos. The Science of Happiness is one of my particular favorites. After watching this, I felt the absolute need to continue on the chain of kindness. Thank you for inspiring me to live for something greater than myself.

  • @jonahsadowski
    @jonahsadowski Před 10 lety

    You guys produce some of the best content on the internet. I always walk away feeling encouraged and inspired. Keep up the good work!!!!

  • @awkbergs
    @awkbergs Před 10 lety

    Videos from you guys make my day whenever I see a new video in my subscription box, so thank you for making me smile and bringing such awesome content onto youtube!

  • @asophabmixay
    @asophabmixay Před 10 lety +6

    freaken love this channel

  • @PuNkFuMeSt1027
    @PuNkFuMeSt1027 Před 9 lety +101

    I tried to bring a warm dinner to a homeless man on a cold night. He yelled at me and told me to go to hell. T_T

    • @CarlosSarceno
      @CarlosSarceno Před 9 lety +47

      It's the thought that counts. :P

    • @karenhall2988
      @karenhall2988 Před 8 lety +3

      PuNkFuMeSt1027 How did that feel? :)

    • @user-od9pj3vq8y
      @user-od9pj3vq8y Před 8 lety +18

      +PuNkFuMeSt1027 Maybe he was just waiting for the bus..

    • @MrJRhacks
      @MrJRhacks Před 8 lety +29

      i'm sorry but I laughed at this comment. It's healthy tho. But wat I want to tell you is that you did good, and don't let such a thing prevent u from doing tings like this. Take care :)

    • @polpettapolp4251
      @polpettapolp4251 Před 7 lety +45

      Yeah. It can happen. But that doesn't in any day diminish the value of your action.

  • @getdrtygaming2019
    @getdrtygaming2019 Před 10 lety +1

    I teared up when they made the phone calls. SoulPancake, you motivate me everyday to be a better person.

  • @TheAlGal8
    @TheAlGal8 Před 10 lety

    My grandma is one of this people who will go up to strangers and compliment them. I love her.

  • @nandafprado
    @nandafprado Před 10 lety

    You are my hero. Just because you made the simplest best username I've ever seen and use this awesome power to be kind to people.

  • @OrlyAlexandra
    @OrlyAlexandra Před 10 lety +1

    I am so in love with SoulPancake. Thank you for sharing happiness and inspiring kindness.

  • @melissakahari3913
    @melissakahari3913 Před 6 lety

    I really love watching these videos you post of people just connecting with each other. You guys are doing a great job in the community and it all brightens up my day and motivates me to also go out there and just show some genuine love. please keep up the good works! :-)

  • @MylittlekristiBlogspot
    @MylittlekristiBlogspot Před 10 lety +1

    I just love this series so much. Amazing.

  • @tcowper11
    @tcowper11 Před 10 lety

    when I watch these videos my face is just glowing with joy and smiles! it makes me happy knowing all people aren't heartless!

  • @borregodCP9
    @borregodCP9 Před 10 lety

    I love this kind of videos, it encourages me to be a better and more happier person :). thank you SoulPancake!

  • @pillz4julie
    @pillz4julie Před 10 lety +1

    I'm so much in love with such kind of videos. I look at people who are not afraid to express their kindness and it makes me belive in humanity. And it makes me think about going out of my own shell, because i feel there's a veil on my heart that prevents me from expressing love and kindness properly. And all I wanna do is to feel connected to people again. Thank you, SoulPancake, for showing me that it's posssible. =)

  • @Evelyn11Star
    @Evelyn11Star Před 10 lety

    Soul Pankake never fails to make me cry, love this channel

  • @ishjusmusic
    @ishjusmusic Před 10 lety

    Such a great thing...giving and being kind to others. It really does make the giver happy.

  • @ericofficially
    @ericofficially Před 10 lety

    I really love this channel. Thanks for the motivation to live happier, and kinder.

  • @lynnalynna7299
    @lynnalynna7299 Před 4 měsíci

    Im crying😢💔. I wish I had someone like this in my life.

  • @KahleeFlower
    @KahleeFlower Před 10 lety

    I just want to hug Julian forever. :( I love these videos.

  • @TheEverybodysfavjohn
    @TheEverybodysfavjohn Před 9 lety +33

    I'm gunna do the homeless one, I think that would be really fun and if I'm lucky maybe I can get a conversation with them

  • @julsjgreen
    @julsjgreen Před 10 lety

    This channel has touched my soul.

  • @jackaroofuller
    @jackaroofuller Před 10 lety

    it so rare to compliment people nowadays especially strangers and because it is so rare some sounded a little sarcastic when they were complimenting, obviously they werent but sarcasm it a lot more common than politeness

  • @morgancarter1490
    @morgancarter1490 Před 10 lety +1

    I love this series so much! :)

  • @MajorXV
    @MajorXV Před 10 lety

    This made me smile and cry.

  • @neetasingh4748
    @neetasingh4748 Před rokem

    It was wonderful, love you guys.

  • @MAGonzzManifesto
    @MAGonzzManifesto Před 10 lety

    I love this little series of videos. They make me so happy and almost bring tears to my eyes every time. I really like seeing the results at the end too, but it makes me wonder if there are ever any decreases in happiness? Doubtful, but I'm curious to know.

  • @-comment
    @-comment Před 10 lety

    SoulPancake never ceases to amaze me.

  • @yolandayoung6519
    @yolandayoung6519 Před 7 lety

    Once I worked as a cashier in a gift store, a man comes to pay for 3 Easter baskets, he started telling me, he had been in jail for 20years, and he was super excited to be FREE! And wanted to show the world, Kindness!! he was so happy, I watched carefully, hoping wth all my heart that ppl wuld NOT Abe mean to him. Each one of the persons he tried to give the basket to, they completely rejected him and got so mad, they thought he was crazy, and all he said was... Hello good person, I am so happy to be alive and I just want to give you this Easter basket so you can have a great day... they cursed and were very mean to him. I had to step out and tell those ppl off!!! But sadly, when a random stranger wants to do something great, ppl get so scared, ppl are so not used to kindness.. But I Hope Gratitude WINS!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @ariadnadiaz6318
    @ariadnadiaz6318 Před 10 lety

    Awesome, with every video you teach me so much!

  • @YOUMANJEE
    @YOUMANJEE Před 10 lety +1

    really moved...i did that a lot when i was in my college...
    loved it!! :)

  • @lexisweeney10
    @lexisweeney10 Před 8 lety +6

    I want to be friends with this guy, he seems funny, smart, nice. I don't have friends like that.

  • @inswinger22
    @inswinger22 Před 10 lety

    Good to know that some people really take an initiative to make the world a better place.

  • @emrette3355
    @emrette3355 Před 10 lety +1

    I don't know why I'm crying... That was so great :,)

  • @hollydawnhewlett6033
    @hollydawnhewlett6033 Před 10 lety

    Just the profound dignity in valuing another human being....

  • @kevinrodrigues1400
    @kevinrodrigues1400 Před 10 lety

    This is the one of the best initiatives :)... I am even inspired to start a society around this on my campus

  • @catherinemcnaughtdavis8956

    This is so inspiring! Thank you.

  • @Adenohypophysis0
    @Adenohypophysis0 Před 10 lety

    SoulPancake is amazing!

  • @joshsteele5488
    @joshsteele5488 Před 10 lety +1

    I love this stuff!

  • @bigbillyboi22
    @bigbillyboi22 Před 10 lety

    Make me cry every time! Good cry! so thank you!

  • @jhennysalazar9052
    @jhennysalazar9052 Před 10 lety

    This made me cry

  • @-comment
    @-comment Před 10 lety

    And the amount of awesome people out there in the world amazes me!
    You're beautiful and awesome :)

  • @tankayli7170
    @tankayli7170 Před 10 lety

    I like your videos so much!

  • @domy02
    @domy02 Před 10 lety

    wow that actually made me tear up a little bit. That never happens!
    This really is beautifull.

  • @LexiAtBest
    @LexiAtBest Před 10 lety

    This is beautiful.

  • @raeviennehewitt4934
    @raeviennehewitt4934 Před 6 lety

    I'm surpised how different it is to here.

  • @samirka22
    @samirka22 Před 10 lety

    Thank you SoulPancake, I'm happy!

  • @gusiksunny
    @gusiksunny Před 10 lety

    This videos encourage me to do more kind things

  • @AlexaBlueMoon
    @AlexaBlueMoon Před 10 lety

    I think almost every time I watch you i cry of happiness :')

  • @mustashiodaking3370
    @mustashiodaking3370 Před 7 lety +9

    This woman had her child in her arms and the little girl dropped her pink little unicorn that was one of those eyeball pop things where u squeeze it and the eyeballs pop out of the character . anyways they were leaving papa J's (pizza place) and the little girl dropped her doll as they were herding to their truck. Then the women opened the door to the vehicle and put the little girl inside. (The girl was about 2 and didn't know how to speak just quite yet) So I walk to the toy pick it up and say "ma'am, is this your children's toy?" I said to her and she said back in a nice voice"Yes, Thank you". The whole time my family didn't know what I was doing when I stopped and turned around. Basically, do a nice jester when possible.

  • @SickDaysPodcast
    @SickDaysPodcast Před 10 lety +1

    I swear every time I watch one of these I have the feeling to run out of my house and just help everyone!

  • @TOPGUNBLITZ
    @TOPGUNBLITZ Před 10 lety

    As a scientist I find these very amazing and educational..Keep up the good work ! :)

  • @Dana-lh8ir
    @Dana-lh8ir Před 10 lety

    Love these (: They make me happy just watching

  • @Mattsmindmeld
    @Mattsmindmeld Před 10 lety

    So glad you don't mind us taking ideas from this episode! Could you share a link to where we could take the happiness test and do these experiments ourselves?

  • @jonas3770
    @jonas3770 Před 7 lety +1

    YOU ARE MY FAVORITE CZcams CHANNEL BLESS YOU I LOVE YOU 😄☀️🙏🏽❤️

  • @Milan-yz6hi
    @Milan-yz6hi Před 6 lety

    Thank you for a wonderful video 😊

  • @HannalAsta
    @HannalAsta Před 10 lety

    This is so wonderful!! Go on making These awesome Videos! :D

  • @MunasHumbleOpinion
    @MunasHumbleOpinion Před 10 lety

    Best CZcams Channel! :)

  • @Participant
    @Participant  Před 10 lety

    Thank you, Lexi!

  •  Před 10 lety

    I´m so stealing ideas from here! I LOVE YOUUU GUYS!!! YOU INSPIRE ME SOOOO MUCHHH THANKKKK YOUUUUU

  • @Participant
    @Participant  Před 10 lety +2

    Great username and great comments! You guys rock. Thanks for the support! : )

  • @HiepLeQuang93
    @HiepLeQuang93 Před 10 lety +1

    I think sometime happiness just come from do something so simple to anybody, especially priorities your family member first ^_^

  • @LastnamesCupid
    @LastnamesCupid Před 10 lety

    There are only 3 words for this awesome, awesome, awesome

  • @zippycute
    @zippycute Před 10 lety

    It is amazing that you tried though. A lot of people wouldn't go out of their way to do something kind for another person. I wish you luck in becoming less anxious

  • @kurul000
    @kurul000 Před 6 lety

    Pure acting !!!

  • @jaytotes
    @jaytotes Před 10 lety

    all good things come to an end

  • @talieblu6786
    @talieblu6786 Před 10 lety

    That's a great idea! If I were to do it, I would definitely plan the acts, otherwise I'd forget how many I'd done!

  • @arcticwolf72301
    @arcticwolf72301 Před 10 lety

    Love this ❤️

  • @MrJamesbond22
    @MrJamesbond22 Před 9 lety

    Good info here on being a happier person.Although I disagree when Julian stated that the kindness has to be more than small kindness acts.I've found that when I'm giving a good tip for average service or really listening and sympathizing to an associate who is griping about his current life.That helps me be a happier person.I must admit i don't like to listen to people who whine about their life. To be good at doing acts of kindness on a fairly regular basis one must be a very good and giving person.There just aren't that many people like that.Our egos say well why she I be so kind when alot of people aren't kind and giving to me.

  • @multiplace100
    @multiplace100 Před 10 lety

    how come you always, always,aways makeme cry?!
    and i don't even know why!

  • @vivian8707
    @vivian8707 Před 6 lety

    This is so sweet! :D

  • @AverageAufa
    @AverageAufa Před 10 lety

    I cried.

  • @roelvanacker
    @roelvanacker Před 10 lety

    Soulpancake has the best hosts, Julian and Zach are just awesome!
    maybe I'm even developing a crush on Julian, how's that for conjuring happiness!
    -roel

  • @pranjalidesai5125
    @pranjalidesai5125 Před 7 lety

    I just called two friends of mine, before I could say anything I started crying, I don't even know why! I guess I was just overwhelmed. But it felt really good.:)

  • @Klx2023
    @Klx2023 Před 10 lety

    julian is so adorable :)

  • @sodapop279
    @sodapop279 Před 10 lety

    You guys should do Subbable. I would totally pay for this!

  • @shydynpalmer8574
    @shydynpalmer8574 Před 10 lety

    Oh my gosh at the part when they were calling there family I started tearing up and I'm not a very sensitive person!