Kindness Boosts Intelligence and Happiness
June 30, 2014
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o you remember the scene in the movie, Forrest Gump, when Forrest sends a check to his friend Bubba’s mom for Bubba’s share of the shrimping business after Bubba died? The scene is both poignant and funny at the same time because the mom literally falls down on the porch in shock and amazement. I remember that scene after all these years because it impressed me that Forrest, whose IQ was 75, never had a moment’s debate or hesitation about sending the money; he didn’t weigh the pros…