What is given from the heart: Projects that started with a step and created a big transformation
The program "Step by Step" highlights heartwarming projects improving lives in Ghana and Jordan through community initiatives and medical care.
Rescuer who jumped into icy Chicago lake to save baby: ‘All I did was a human act’
A Chicago man jumped into Lake Michigan to save a baby whose stroller was blown into the water, urging Americans to care for one another.
Altruism allows us to transcend the self and achieve satisfaction. But how to choose how to help others?
Altruism can lead individuals to satisfy their own emotional needs while positively impacting others, but the effectiveness of altruistic actions depends on thoughtful decision-making regarding whom and how to help.
Stimulation with Electricity: Where in the Brain Generosity Resides
Researchers found that electrically stimulating two brain areas of test subjects led to increased altruistic behavior.
What the famous phrase of Seneca means: "The reward of a good action lies in having done it"
The article discusses the meaning of Seneca's famous quote about the intrinsic value of performing good deeds, contrasting it with today's society's emphasis on external rewards.
Surprising Effect of Brain Experiment: People Became More Generous
A new study suggests that synchronizing activity in specific parts of the brain can enhance people's tendency to engage in altruistic behavior.
Effective Altruism: The Humanitarian Philosophy That Triumphs in Silicon Valley and Tries to Survive Its Major Scandal
The article discusses effective altruism, a humanitarian philosophy gaining popularity in Silicon Valley, which aims to maximize the impact of charitable giving but is currently facing a significant scandal.
Sick young ants send out a 'kill me' scent to prevent deadly epidemics
Scientists found that terminally ill young ants emit a 'kill me' scent to help prevent disease outbreaks in ant colonies by prompting worker ants to care for them.