Talana joined the Bright Side team as a writer in January 2025. Since then, she has honed her skills in the editorial department, deepening her expertise as a professional writer. Her time with the team has given her valuable insight into crafting engaging articles from diverse perspectives. With her storytelling experience, Talana creates compelling narratives that resonate with readers.
Animals have an amazing way of teaching us how to love. But sometimes the relationships we get into have no place for our pets, and that leaves us with a tough decision. One of our readers told us what her husband did to her dog while they were on vacation.
Betrayal has a way of affecting our relationships. It could come from a friend who broke our trust or a family member who went behind our back and did something they shouldn’t have. But every single time it happens, it plays with our emotions. Here are 10 stories that show betrayal often comes from the place you least expect.
Having a kid isn’t a decision that should be taken lightly. At times, our parents try to pressure us into it so we can expand the family before they “get too old.” But when it comes to a clash, it could ruin relationships. One of our readers learned that lesson the hard way.
Kids come with a lot of expenses that we might not always be prepared for. In times of need, we tend to rely on family and others we have close relationships with. But it might not always work out the way we planned. One of our readers shared their experience.
There is a chance for tensions to arise in any family setting. But when there are money and children are involved, things can get tricky. Emotions can run high and relationships could get damaged. One of our readers shared what happened between her and her family.
Family vacations are meant to be bonding experiences. But when children don’t respect their parents and hide their ulterior motives, and trip can become a wake-up call. One of our readers shared how they took revenge after discovering they were being used.
Grandparents love spending time with their grandkids, but when there is a lack of respect for time and boundaries, the relationship we have with our family can suffer. One of our readers reached out to share how her son and his wife didn’t respect her new hobby.
Maintaining peace with your neighbors is a balancing act that revolves around mutual respect. If everyone is on the same page, it could lead to long-lasting friendships. If not, it can be a disaster. One of our readers learned a valuable lesson when her neighbor complained about her fun in the pool.
Having a blended family isn’t as simple as we might think. We get into relationships hoping there will be mutual love between everyone. But stepchildren can complicate matters. One of our readers reached out to share what her stepdaughter has done.
Halloween is a time for all things creepy. We have scary movies that stir our emotions and make our skin crawl, and stories that have the potential to send chills down our spines. Here are 15 true stories that are so scary they could put Halloween itself to shame.
We like to think that marriage within the family is a great way to expand on family and build new relationships, but that’s not always the case. Sometimes the person we feel happy for ends up stabbing us in the back. One of our readers shared her experience with this.
Blended families come with their own set of problems. Some of them can be seen from a mile away, while others aren’t considered when starting the relationship or talking about marriage. One of our readers reached out with a story that had her questioning her stepson’s true intentions.