r/MotivationByDesign

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Rob Kenney grew up without a father, and later in life decided he didn't want others to experience that same absence.

He started a YouTube channel, Dad, How Do I?, where he teaches everyday life skills that many people typically learn growing up. From simple tasks like shaving or tying a tie to more practical fixes like repairing a toilet or jump-starting a car, his videos are clear, calm, and grounded in patience rather than pressure.

What began as a handful of helpful videos quickly reached a global audience. Millions now turn to his channel not just for guidance, but for a sense of reassurance.

For many viewers, it's become more than a tutorial hub it's a source of steady support, encouragement, and the kind of presence that isn't always available.

u/Tough_Ad8919 — 22 hours ago
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In 1972, Charlie Chaplin returned to the U.S. after years of exile and received the longest standing ovation in Oscar history, lasting about 12 minutes.

u/silverflake6 — 18 hours ago
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this restored my faith in humanity

Nearly 5,000 people reportedly stood in the rain for hours in Worcester to take part in a stem cell swabbing event for a 5 year old boy battling a rare form of cancer. The event was organized after his parents publicly asked for help finding a donor match, and the turnout quickly gained attention online for the overwhelming community support.
Many people who attended may never meet the child or his family, but still showed up hoping they could potentially help save a life. Stories like this continue to remind people how powerful communities can be during difficult moments.

u/silverflake6 — 1 day ago

Sorry, all the success has already been handed out.

most people really need to hear this ngl i used to be the worst for this. seeing someone get a job, start a business, get married and i'd just feel this weird heaviness like damn... am i behind?? and it messes with you more than people admit. you stop focusing on your own stuff because you're too busy watching everyone else move. scrolling through instagram at 1am comparing your chapter 3 to someone's chapter 20 without even knowing their full story but here's what actually helped me understand it. someone else winning doesn't take anything from you. like genuinely. there's no shortage of good things in life. your opportunity isn't sitting in someone else's pocket just because they got theirs first the guy who got that job you wanted? his path. the girl who seems to have everything figured out? her path. yours looks different and that's not a bad thing that's just how it is what's actually meant for you won't pass you by just because you're moving slower or quieter than everyone else i know it sounds like something you'd see on a poster lol but i actually believe it now. just keep building. stop checking what everyone else is doing every 5 minutes. your lane is still there bro trust the timing even when it doesn't make sense yet.

u/Ajitabh04 — 3 days ago