Sometimes looking back is the best way to help us look forward and to make us realize what we’re all capable of accomplishing in life.

A lot of people are interested in World War II, but not many people can bring it to life in vivid new ways. Documentary maker Tim Gray is racing to tell the stories of the veterans who saved the world.

What if your worst nightmare came true? That’s the predicament Alexandra Penney faced in 2008 when she learned that her investment adviser was about to become notorious. See how she survived the Bernie Madoff scandal and discovered that she was stronger than she ever thought.

No one’s life is without setbacks. For many, Growing Bolder means facing up to challenges: relationship issues, battles with illness, financial struggles, basically standing up to face the unexpected head on. We call it Overcoming Obstacles. (Click here to watch the video version of this story.)

We like to say that it’s never too late to start Growing Bolder. Two timid third-graders, motivated by a great loss, have proven it’s also never too early. Filled with grief but driven by a desire to honor her mother, Victoria Petrucelly and her best friend turned a lemonade stand into a life lesson for us all. (Click here to watch the video version of this story.)

Think muscle cars are just for meatheads or teenagers? Wait until you meet Virgil Coffman. He’s 102 years old and the proud owner of a special Transformers-edition new Chevy Camaro.