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Why Sunshine Puts a Smile on Your Face - The Science Behind Happiness with TJ McKenna

Everyone could use a little good, quality " Gee Whiz" information in their lives, the perfect stuff for water cooler chatter! This week OGTV is highlighting our trivia series, Good To Know, which is chock full of fun facts that may just give you reason to pause....and smile!

We all feel a little happier on a sunny day or riding in a car with the windows down. In this episode of the Science Behind Happiness, host TJ McKenna explains the reasons why sunshine not only gives us a boost of serotonin, elevating our mood, but even boosts our immune system, helping us live longer and happier lives.

Thomas J. (TJ) McKenna is a Staff Scientist and Professional Development Specialist at the Connecticut Science Center, a doctoral candidate in Science Education at the University of Connecticut, and a national facilitator for the NGSX Project. He has a passion for working with teachers to bring authentic science experiences into K-12 classrooms.

Learn more about TJ and the work he does at the Connecticut Science Center at: https://ctsciencecenter.org/

Follow TJ on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/tjscience

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How This Mom Cracked The Code For Joy And Success—And How You Can Do The Same

** OGTV celebrates all Moms on Mother's Day with this story of perseverance by a Mom who had every reason to give up her hopes of a happy life but simply refused to give in and found a way to turn her life around. **

At the age of 24, Shilamida felt that she had found success: she was earning a six-figure income and had a nice boyfriend. But just 2 years, everything seemed to fall apart. Her relationship ended shortly before she discovered she was pregnant. Her father passed away from cancer and her mother had been diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time; Shilamida found herself as a single mother and was living in poverty. This was rock bottom.

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Random Acts Of Flowers Deliver Recycled Flowers To Deserving People

** OGTV celebrates the long awaited spring with our final GOOD STORY of the week about a man who performs acts of generosity that are blooming with color and kindness. **

In July 2007, Random Acts of Flowers' founder, Larsen Jay, was in a near-fatal accident. While recovering in the hospital, he received love, support and... flowers! They raised his spirits and added a positive boost to his recovery.

After a week in his hospital bed, Larsen started getting antsy. When he was able to get up and around a bit, he noticed how many other patients did not receive flowers. Since his room was now overflowing with arrangements, he decided to turn his flowers into several bouquets and gave them out around the hospital. Within moments the first "random act of flowers" delivery was made.

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The Creation of Us (S2:E6) – Surprising Gender Reveal!

** In the final selection from this week's playlist, The Creation Of Us (S2), OGTV brings you the exciting countdown to the gender reveal of Heather and Christen's baby. Will it be a boy or a girl? **

Every couple expecting their first baby gets to this point. The pregnancy is getting to the third trimester, the anticipation from family and friends is starting to bubble, and the inevitable question begins to hover like an approaching thundercloud…what are you having? In this episode of The Creation of Us, the big question will be answered.

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The JetBlue Crew Member Born To Help Others

** OGTV celebrates World Red Cross Day with this story about a truly caring JetBlue employee who is ready to drop everything and head out to help people in need at a moments notice. **

When you see someone follow their calling in life, it's a remarkable sight.

As a child, Debbie Martin grew up in a rough neighborhood, wishing she could help those who needed it. She followed that desire to a customer service career at JetBlue, where she also volunteers as a member of the airline's disaster relief team called, "Ready Team."

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These Kids Are Flipping Houses To Help Build Their Community

** OGTV's second GOOD STORY of the week is about a driven young lady who is doing quite well in the real estate world by flipping houses with her team of Elementary School kids. **

Reality TV has a number of shows that highlight the fast paced, rough and tumble world of house flipping featuring adults who specialize in this area. Enter 9 year old Alianna Hines – she is the boss and CEO of Junior Flips, LLC, a company run by kids that takes distressed properties and transforms them into beautifully renovated single family homes in Washington, DC. and Maryland.

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New York's ‘Addiction Angel’ Helps Addicts Cure Their Disease

** Only Good TV celebrates National Nurse's Day with this story of one person's dedication on behalf of others.... something we need now more than ever.... **

There are angels all around us, like Alicia Reddy. This selfless woman, also known as Addiction Angel, wants nothing more than to help those struggling with the disease of addiction. She is a RN and a drug interventionist. Her passion with helping others started when 3 family members struggled with addiction and she was there to help.

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The Creation of Us (S2:E4) – A 30/60/90 Celebration

** In this second selection from this week's playlist, The Creation Of Us (S2), OGTV invites you to Christen's 30th birthday party where we discover something special about 3 generations of women in her family. **

The love and closeness of families can be traced to the traditions that are passed down that bind them together. In this episode of The Creation Of Us, Heather and Christen invite us in to share a unique event that links 3 generations of Christen's family in a special way.

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How To Make Classic Guacamole For Cinco De Mayo - Unwritten Recipes With Felicia

** When Cinco De Mayo comes around, OGTV is ready to celebrate. This year we are sharing Felicia's holiday treat from her series, Unwritten Recipes, where she always has a family story to go with every tasty dish. **

Not every kitchen creation comes from a cookbook. Sometimes it's the story behind the recipe that makes it taste that much better! Felicia and husband Richie share their family secret that inspired this tasty recipe for Guacamole on this brand new episode of Unwritten Recipes with Felicia Levinson, an OnlyGood TV Original Series.

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