"I’m not trying to give my students really big advice about what to do with their lives. I just want to give them a sense of what they can do daily to transform how they live," says Michael Puett. From the popularity of his Chinese philosophy course to a closer look at the minutes before class, and the power of one school's empathy, these stories unveil how the smallest moments of care teach beyond words. --Daniela

Harvard's 3rd Most Popular Class: Chinese Philosophy

When Michael Puett reconfigures ancient Chinese philosophy into the modern-day, class attendance bursts at its seams, with themes like the power of small and how decisions are made from the heart. Read Full Story »

The Minutes Before Class

A few intentional minutes can turn a day around. One teacher offers up his small practices before class-- from igniting wonder, to outlining the day's agenda, to a simple "How are you?" Read Full Story »

Summer's Choice

18-year-old Summer is a quiet gem in the student body of her continuation high school. Her story unfolds amid the remarkable resilience and force of empathy in her school community. Read Full Story »

'Be The Change' Idea

Take a few intentional minutes today -- greet students with a smile, share an awe-inspiring photo, or simply listen with your full attention upon asking someone how they are.