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.

My Parents Can’t Swim And They Left My Toddler Alone in the Swimming Pool

My Parents Can’t Swim And They Left My Toddler Alone in the Swimming Pool
Family & kids
3 weeks ago

Not all heroes wear capes. Sometimes, they wear swimsuits and arrive just in the nick of time. This was exactly our reader’s case. Exhausted from a long day at work, she pulled into the driveway, picturing a relaxing evening with her 3 y.o. Instead, her blood ran cold at the sight that greeted her — her daughter was alone in the swimming pool.

I Secretly Made My Vegan Grandchildren Eat Meat

I Secretly Made My Vegan Grandchildren Eat Meat
Family & kids
month ago

Family disagreements can get tricky, especially when it comes to raising grandkids. Our reader’s daughter, a dedicated vegan, is raising her kids with the same diet. Lately, she noticed they lack energy, have dark circles, and always complain they’re hungry. What our reader did sparked a family firestorm.

My Husband Exchanges Secret Messages With My Female Friend

My Husband Exchanges Secret Messages With My Female Friend
Relationships
month ago

Sharing rides with friends can be a great way to save gas and the environment. But sometimes, it can cause a little jealousy, especially if you start noticing strange things between your partner and your friend. Like our reader who found herself wondering if seemingly innocent comments hide something more.

My Boyfriend Doesn’t Let Me Go to the Gym Because of My Clothes

My Boyfriend Doesn’t Let Me Go to the Gym Because of My Clothes
Relationships
month ago

A healthy relationship thrives on trust and respect, but when jealousy crosses a line, it gets complicated. This is the situation facing one reader, whose boyfriend’s possessiveness has escalated to controlling her gym clothes. Let’s dive into her story and explore ways to help her out in this tricky situation.