While it can be hard to go through a day without feeling worse about humanity by the time it's over, it's nonetheless amazing to see how much of a difference some people will make for total strangers on a whim.
Whether they're leaving a staggering tip at a restaurant, helping others receive the same comforts they may have otherwise taken for granted, or digging deep during a tumultuous time, it seems that someone is always finding a new way to inspire us.
And as we'll see in today's story, these life-affirming acts can come from situations that surprise even the generous folks behind them.
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