Julia L.
Julia has been working as a Bright Side writer for over 2 years. She loves writing UGC articles and long reads and has experience as a scriptwriter as well. Julia mainly focuses on personal stories in her work: she loves reading and sharing other people's unique experiences. Julia is a big fan of boxing and kickboxing and can't spend a single day without reading books.

10 Stories That Went From Totally Normal to “Send Help”

10 Stories That Went From Totally Normal to “Send Help”

We’ve all been there, everything starts off fine, and then a simple situation spirals into full-blown chaos. One minute, you’re just living your best life, and the next, you’re standing in the middle of an embarrassing disaster, desperately wishing for a rewind button. Some moments just can’t be undone. Here are 10 stories that went wrong in the blink of an eye.

10 Reasons Being Single Might Actually Be the Best Choice

10 Reasons Being Single Might Actually Be the Best Choice
Relationships
3 days ago

Being single often gets a bad rap, but let’s be real: it can be amazing. No awkward “What should we have for dinner?” debates, no worrying about sharing your fries, and most importantly, no drama. Being single means freedom, flexibility, and time to focus on what you want.

10 People Who Learned the Hard Way That Karma Is Real

10 People Who Learned the Hard Way That Karma Is Real
Curiosities
week ago

Sometimes, life has a way of serving justice so perfectly that you can’t help but sit back and enjoy. Karma always finds a way to even the score. These 10 stories prove that what goes around truly comes around — and when it does, it’s incredibly satisfying.

5 Ways Spinach Might Be Secretly Sabotaging Your Health

5 Ways Spinach Might Be Secretly Sabotaging Your Health
Health
week ago

Spinach may seem like the ultimate healthy food, but it can actually cause more harm than good in some cases. Despite its reputation as a superfood, there are a few surprising reasons why you might want to limit your spinach intake. Here are 5 reasons why cutting back on spinach could improve your overall health.

10 Times Good Intentions Backfired in the Worst Ways

10 Times Good Intentions Backfired in the Worst Ways
Curiosities
week ago

We’ve all had those well-meaning moments where we try to step in and help, thinking we’re doing the right thing, only to make everything so much worse. It’s like when you try to fix a small issue, and somehow end up making things a hundred times more complicated, leaving everyone around you wondering if you somehow made the situation worse on purpose.

My Husband Shames Me for Using Toilet Paper Instead of Showering

My Husband Shames Me for Using Toilet Paper Instead of Showering
Relationships
2 weeks ago

We all have our own routines when it comes to hygiene, but sometimes, small differences can turn into unexpected conflicts. One of our readers found herself constantly criticized by her husband for using toilet paper instead of showering every time. It quickly became a point of tension in their marriage, leaving her frustrated and embarrassed over something she never thought would be an issue.

10 Stories That Prove Kids Are the Masters of Unintentional Humor

10 Stories That Prove Kids Are the Masters of Unintentional Humor
Family & kids
2 weeks ago

Kids have a special talent for saying the most unexpected things at the worst (or best) possible moments. Their unfiltered thoughts and wild logic make for some of the funniest, most brutally honest moments you’ll ever witness. These 10 stories prove that when it comes to comedy, kids are the true masters of unintentional humor.

10 Stories That Hit Like a Warm Blanket on a Rainy Day

10 Stories That Hit Like a Warm Blanket on a Rainy Day
People
3 weeks ago

Some days just feel like a never-ending to-do list, and the world seems a little too loud. But then, out of nowhere, a small moment reminds you that kindness, laughter, and second chances still exist. These 10 stories are like that first sip of hot chocolate on a cold evening — comforting, sweet, and exactly what you need.

10 People Share the Most Embarrassing Moments That Are Worse Than a Bad Haircut

10 People Share the Most Embarrassing Moments That Are Worse Than a Bad Haircut
Curiosities
3 weeks ago

We’ve all had those moments that make you wish for a time machine or at least the ability to disappear into thin air. Some memories go beyond mild secondhand cringe, they’re the kind that haunt you at 2 AM and make you stare at the ceiling in regret. These 10 stories prove that no matter how bad your last awkward moment was, it probably wasn’t this bad.

7 Haircuts That Can Subtly Soften and Flatter Your Unique Features

7 Haircuts That Can Subtly Soften and Flatter Your Unique Features
Girls stuff
3 weeks ago

Small eyes are considered to be attractive, round faces give us a youthful look, and people with big ears are adorable, just look at Anne Hathaway! There are so many unique features out there that give us our own special charm. Some people, however, want to fix these things anyway. That’s their choice, but we hope they keep in mind that they can actually do it without surgery. All they need to do is change their hairstyle.