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Good People

Stories From the Best of Humanity

Gabriel Reilich, Lucia Knell

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Good People
The Power of Everyday Kindness+
Empathy for Strangers+
Wisdom of Children+
Compassion During Crisis+
The Impact of Little Things+
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Question 1 of 6
What key realization did Miguel have after a stranger named Sarah helped him pick up dropped office supplies?
  • A. He realized he needed to be more careful when transporting hospital equipment.
  • B. He realized his toxic work environment was unacceptable and found the courage to quit.
  • C. He realized he wanted to start a charity to help other overworked hospital employees.
  • D. He realized his boss was actually testing his resilience under pressure.
Question 2 of 6
Why did Fatima, a local New Yorker, go out of her way to help Zoe, a struggling Australian tourist?
  • A. She worked as a tour guide and was looking for new clients.
  • B. She wanted to practice her English with a native speaker.
  • C. She was paid by the local youth hostel to recruit travelers.
  • D. She had been an exchange student in Australia and wanted to pay forward the kindness she received.
Question 3 of 6
What metaphorical lesson did three-year-old Kai teach his nanny, Mary, when they were playing together?
  • A. That she should not limit herself or her dreams, just as the playhouse was too small for her, rather than her being too big.
  • B. That adults need to spend more time outdoors instead of confining themselves to small indoor spaces.
  • C. That patience is required when trying to fit into spaces where you feel you don't belong.
  • D. That true wisdom comes from formal education rather than childhood play.
Question 4 of 6
How did a stranger's compassion in an airport bathroom help Elena cope with the sudden loss of her father?
  • A. The stranger gave her money to book an emergency flight home.
  • B. The stranger offered philosophical advice on the nature of life and death.
  • C. The stranger simply offered a quiet, comforting presence without prying or offering platitudes.
  • D. The stranger helped her navigate the airport to find her family members.
Question 5 of 6
How did Mr. Patel's small accommodation change the academic trajectory of his student, Mei?
  • A. He exempted her from taking written tests so she wouldn't feel pressured.
  • B. He allowed her to whisper her answers to him privately after class, which built her confidence.
  • C. He forced her to speak in front of the class daily until she overcame her stage fright.
  • D. He paired her with a highly extroverted student to speak on her behalf.
Question 6 of 6
According to the book's overarching message, what is the true power of everyday acts of kindness?
  • A. They require significant financial investment but yield high social rewards.
  • B. They are grand gestures that immediately solve systemic global issues.
  • C. They are simple, cost nothing, yet have the potential to profoundly change or even save someone's life.
  • D. They are primarily useful for improving one's own public image and networking.

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Good People Summary & Overview

Good People (2024) is a heartwarming collection of real-life stories that showcase the power of everyday kindness and empathy. Through diverse narratives of compassion in action, it explores the impact that small acts of goodwill can have on individuals and communities, offering a hopeful perspective on human nature in an often challenging world. 

Who Should Listen to Good People?

  • Those seeking a positive perspective amid all the negative news
  • Individuals interested in personal growth and emotional intelligence
  • Anyone going through a difficult time who’s in need of hope

About the Author: Gabriel Reilich, Lucia Knell

Gabriel Reilich is the head of content and innovation at Upworthy, where he has worked since 2014 to spread optimism and highlight humanity’s best qualities. A graduate of UC Berkeley, Reilich has created impactful content for various organizations.

Lucia Knell, vice president of brand at Upworthy since 2014, is dedicated to using the internet as a unifying force and has expertise in creating social media content that combats online negativity. A Kenyon College graduate and mental health advocate, Knell is also a dancer and choreographer.

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