Happy Friday. It’s been a tough week, and it’s okay to feel the weight of it all. Today’s edition of The Smile is here to help us find a little light amidst the challenges and remind us that, even in difficult times, there are moments of progress and resilience to hold onto. Let’s take a deep breath, reflect on the good, and close out the week with a bit of hope.

As we end the week together, we’d love to know — what brought you a moment of joy or comfort this week? If you feel like sharing, just hit reply. Sometimes reflecting on the small, positive moments can make all the difference.

Take a look at the good news below ⬇️

Hours after Trump’s election, Biden moved to limit oil drilling in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

Newsom Moves Quickly to Counter Trump in California

Powell says he would not resign as Fed chief if Trump asked for his resignation

Pamela Goodwine makes history again as first Black woman on Kentucky Supreme Court

The Azores Protects Whales and Corals with Marine Preserve as Big as Virginia and Georgia Combined

USDA partners with Department of Education to tackle food insecurity on college campuses

Gov. JB Pritzker has warning for Donald Trump: ‘You come for my people, you come through me’

Chinese man cycles across the U.S. to 'show that human nature is good'

This Conservative Texas Town Defeated an Extreme Abortion Travel Ban

Voters uphold groundbreaking Washington state climate law

Three states had paid leave on the ballot. Voters overwhelmingly approved all of them.

Feeling the stress and have a moment to unwind? Check out this guided meditation to help get through election stress:

Thank you for reading, and we hope these articles shine a light on your day.

Keep smiling,

Emily from The Smile

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