
Gabriel Reilich on Creating Stories That Inspire Real Change EP 503
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In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles interviews Gabriel Reilich, the head of content and innovation at Good and Upworthy. They discuss the power of intentionality in combating the negative effects of social media and the importance of seeking out stories of human goodness. The conversation delves into the impact of positive stories on our brains, social connections, and overall well-being. Gabriel also shares a personal story from his upcoming book, "Good People, Stories from the Best of Humanity," highlighting the transformative power of kindness and connection.Full show notes and resources: https://passionstruck.com/gabriel-reilich-on-stories-inspire-real-change/Sponsors
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- The importance of intentionality in living an intentional life
- The three Bs to fight against the momentum: broaden, balance, and beautify
- The mission of Upworthy to showcase the positive side of human nature
- The power of sharing stories of human goodness and kindness
- The concept of moral beauty and its impact on individuals
- The triple ripple effect of kindness on the giver, receiver, and observer
- The significance of balancing positivity with acknowledging real challenges
- The role of everyday heroes in fostering connection and positivity
- The impact of mean world syndrome on individuals' mental state
- The agency and empowerment found in everyday interactions and moments of kindness
- My solo episode on 7 Reasons Why Acts of Kindness Are More than Meets the Eye
- Can’t miss my episode withJames Rhee On How You Lead Change through Kindness
- Watch my episode with Dacher Keltner on the Hidden Power of Moral Beauty
- Catch my interview with Katy Milkman on Creating Lasting Behavior Change for Good
- Listen to my solo episode on The Importance of Empathy to Your Life
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