Eww, no thanks. Don't you think we're upset and depressed enough already? This is like throwing gasoline on a bonfire.
15 Illustrations About the Modern World That Hit Deep Inside Our Souls
Art
05/14/2021

Our busy lives have blinded us — hiding what’s happening around us. That’s why, in a way, satirical illustrations about the modern world can actually help us do better. They could awaken feelings of compassion and sympathy toward people and our planet. And this, in turn, might give us a push to take a step and change things in a good way.
We at Bright Side try to remind ourselves and you that even one small step can help our world. That’s why we illustrated situations that need our attention now and that remind us to take action when we can.
1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

Which one touched your heart the most, and why? What steps do you take to help the world?
Comments
Get notifications
Reply
Related Reads
10 Moments That Teach Us Sweet Compassion Can Guide Heavy Hearts to Lasting Happiness

People
06/16/2026
10 Touching Moments That Prove Empathy and Kindness Can Still Find Light in the Smallest Choices

People
06/07/2026
10 Neighbors Who Showed Kindness and Love That Spread Through an Entire Community

People
06/01/2026
10 Moments That Teach Us a Parent’s Love Still Shows Up for the Kids Nobody Cheered For

Family & kids
06/23/2026
10+ Family Stories That Prove the Wildest Journeys Bring Us Closest to the People We Love

Family & kids
06/29/2026
10 People Who Still Chose Kindness and Compassion, Even When the World Showed Them None

People
05/30/2026
10 Moments That Teach Us Hidden Kindness Can Bring Hope When Happiness Feels Far Away

People
05/25/2026
10 Moments That Remind Us Compassion Is the Heart of Human Nature

People
05/21/2026
11 Stories From Hospitals That Prove That People Can Sometimes Be Living Angels

People
05/23/2026
12 Quiet Moments That Teach Us Kindness and Compassion Are the World’s Strongest Superpowers

People
06/02/2026
12 Moments of Kindness That Show How Compassion, Wisdom and Mercy Can Transform Lives

People
07/10/2026
15+ Marriage Moments That Quietly Turned Into the Best Sitcom Nobody Could Script

Relationships
05/18/2026