Something that makes you feel happy, hopeful, and full of good feelings about people or the world.
Compound of 'heart' + 'warming', combining the emotional center (heart) with the idea of warmth. The phrase emerged in the 1900s as a way to describe stories or actions that gave people emotional comfort and joy.
Our brains actually respond to heartwarming stories by releasing oxytocin, the same 'bonding' chemical that connects mothers to babies—so these feel-good moments have real neurological effects. That's why a video of someone rescuing a puppy genuinely makes you feel better, not just in your mind but in your chemistry.
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