There’s a documentary about Trevor Noah called You Laugh But It’s True. It tells how he used his childhood experiences as fodder for an upcoming stand-up comedy show. Some of Noah’s stories, growing up in apartheid South Africa, seem so far-fetched that they can’t possibly be real. But as the saying goes, you can’t make … Read more
Have you ever noticed a person driving a really expensive car but acting out on the road? What about knowing someone who criticizes what others are wearing and thinking that it’s actually cool to judge? What about carving on trees and thinking that they are badass? People online are pointing out things that are actually … Read more
When you start paying attention to how the world treats women, it’s hard not to notice the constant stream of unfairness built into everyday life. Naturally, that realization can make you angry, and honestly, it should. But what do you do with that frustration? How do you push back against a system that feels so … Read more
Just like romantic relationships, friendships come with their own set of red flags. If a friend’s gaslighting you: red flag. Talking behind your back? Nope, absolutely not. But hooking up with a friend’s ex or, worse, their dad? That’s a hard pass and a one-way ticket to chaos. So when someone online asked, “Have you … Read more
No one ever expects their partner to be unfaithful, but it happens—and surprisingly often. According to a new YouGov survey, more than half (53%) of Americans say they were cheated on. To get a better understanding of these situations, Reddit user BlushyBunnyBop asked people to share the worst stories about infidelity they know—whether they lived … Read more
Stand-up legend George Carlin once said: “Think of how stupid the average person is, and realize that half of them are stupider than that.” Stupidity, of course, is relative; what one person deems common sense can be a revelation to another. But that’s the beauty of the human experience, isn’t it? On the Internet, sometimes … Read more
Some secrets feel too heavy or too risky to ever say out loud. But what if you could share them anonymously, with no consequences? That’s exactly what these Redditors did. From morally questionable choices to oddly surprising confessions, they revealed the darkest truths they were finally willing to admit. Scroll down to read their stories… … Read more
Apart from creating connections, a large part of social media is about gaining validation. It’s why you will likely see a flood of “glow-up” posts on your timelines where people proudly showcase their caterpillar-to-butterfly transformations. But in recent years, the exact opposite trend has emerged: glow-downs. Instead, people are now showing how they’ve “declined” physically … Read more
Why do so many people stay in loveless marriages? That’s a tough question. Marriage may start with a beautiful wedding, champagne toasts, and romantic date nights, but after a few years, the soundtrack of love is replaced by passive-aggressive sighs. And yet, many people stay in this marriage purgatory. Not happily, not even tolerantly. Just … Read more
In the face of 40-year high inflation, you can’t help but watch your wallet get thinner. In fact, more than a third of American adults are tapping into their savings accounts to cover increased living expenses, withdrawing an average of $617 during the first six months of this year. As nearly everyone is feeling the … Read more