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EARTH ANGELS & MAGIC MOMENTS
education and attending investment seminars, Chris
landed a job as an unpaid intern at a prestigious
brokerage firm. His passion and purpose soon found
h i m c l i m b i n g t h e r a n k s a n d b e c o m i n g a
multimillionaire.
Years later, Chris Gardner's remarkable story
captured the attention of Hollywood and was adapted
into the critically acclaimed film "The Pursuit of
Happyness," starring Will Smith as Chris.
Today, Chris is active in Peace Over Violence, a Los
Angeles social-service agency working to prevent
violence against women and children. “Giving back
when you are successful should not be seen as an
obligation; it’s a privilege,” he says, reminding us of
our shared humanity and inspiring others to be more
empathetic, compassionate, and engaged in making
the world a kinder place for all.
A Sense of Purpose
Lily, a 35-year-old in Vancouver, grappled with
mental health challenges and the weight of loneliness.
Determined to get out and get involved in the
community, she turned to volunteering at a local
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