PBS News Hour

The science behind why doing good makes us feel good

From lending someone a hand with their car to giving a simple “thank you” to a cashier, acts of kindness — whether big or small — can have a huge effect on both recipients and givers. Ali Rogin reports on insights into the power of these acts.

The science behind why doing good makes us feel good

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