True heroes often blend into everyday life, showing kindness without seeking recognition. They can be anyone—neighbors, colleagues, or even strangers.

One morning, my husband woke me up asking where my passport was. “In my bag,” I mumbled. He retorted, “Where’s your bag?” I realized I’d left it behind while browsing a construction store the day before. Another time, my car alarm went off in a parking garage, flashing and refusing to start. A man appeared, asked if I had tools, and when I didn’t, he fetched his own and fixed it. His partner stood by, watching him with pride.

Then there was the man on the subway who approached me, saying, “Miss, your dress looks like berry ice cream!” After four years on maternity leave, that unexpected compliment truly brightened my day—thank you, kind stranger!

Once, while having lunch alone at a McDonald’s in New York during a tough job, a small act of kindness reminded me how much goodness surrounds us. These moments prove true heroes need no capes—just good hearts.