Cheilo Q.
Cheilo joined the Bright Side team as a writer in January 2025. As a person who considers herself a jack of all trades, she enjoys writing about various topics. Equipped with a communication degree, she enjoys doing research and hopes to reach the people with the messages and information they deserve. When not writing, she's doing her various hobbies and adoring nature.

20 People Whose Small Decisions Ended Up Saving Lives

20 People Whose Small Decisions Ended Up Saving Lives
People
3 days ago

In our everyday lives, we make decisions for everything. There are routes or paths where these decisions may lead, each has its direction. It may be a small or a big decision that can affect your life, just like these people with their life-saving moments. Let’s dive into their decisions that gave a better outcome.

I Trusted My Ex’s New Partner With Our Son, That Was a Mistake

I Trusted My Ex’s New Partner With Our Son, That Was a Mistake
Family & kids
6 days ago

A man named Vince recently opened up about a deeply unsettling situation involving his family. He and his ex-girlfriend share a young son, who regularly spends time with her and her new boyfriend. For a while, everything seemed to be going smoothly—until his son came home and shared something unexpected about his interactions with the mother's partner. The father found the behavior concerning and felt it crossed a serious line. Hoping to gain some outside perspective, he decided to share his experience and ask others what they thought about the situation.

17 Finds So Bizarre, They Broke People’s Brains

17 Finds So Bizarre, They Broke People’s Brains
Curiosities
week ago

On our outings or little adventures outdoors, we might discover unfamiliar stuff along the way. This can also happen inside our home, where we discover things that we don’t have any idea what it is. And we might want to seek help from the internet to find out what these things are, just like these people did. Let’s check out bizarre finds, and you may also guess them as you scroll along.

I Excluded My Future MIL From Our Wedding Plans

I Excluded My Future MIL From Our Wedding Plans

A wedding is such a big and special celebration that needs proper and thorough preparation. It might be a stressful process, but it’s done with a smile and passion because it is the celebration of a couple’s love. However, our Bright Side reader seems to experience only the stress part as she deals with her future mother-in-law.

Fathers of Girls May Live Longer, Study Finds

Fathers of Girls May Live Longer, Study Finds
Family & kids
2 weeks ago

Being a girl dad is a rollercoaster ride for fathers. They may find themselves playing princess, doing makeovers and nails, and playing games that will cater to their daughters’ happiness. In an excerpt from Dwayne Johnson’s Instagram, he stated, “Every man wants a son, but every man needs a daughter.” As interesting as being a parent is, there are intriguing findings that girl dads may live longer, which this article will tackle.

12 People Who Clearly Missed the Memo on Being a Good Friend

12 People Who Clearly Missed the Memo on Being a Good Friend
Curiosities
3 weeks ago

Friendship is a lovely and genuine relationship to have with people. We turn to friends for comfort and strength during life’s most challenging times, hoping they’ll stand by us with empathy and loyalty. But sometimes, reality doesn’t meet those hopes. These people share their stories of how their friendships fell apart.

11 Families Whose Secrets Could Go Viral Overnight

11 Families Whose Secrets Could Go Viral Overnight
Family & kids
3 weeks ago

Finding long-buried secrets or overhearing whispered conversations may result in the strong temptation of uncovering concealed truths. Many people in our digital age use the internet to reveal their families' most private secrets. Maybe it's the need for approval, the relief of finally speaking up, or the anonymity that makes sharing easier. Whatever the reason, talking about these personal issues can often feel liberating and relieve the burden of secrecy that has been held for too long.

I Refuse to Let a Store Employee Mistreat Me—Even If It Embarrasses My Boyfriend

I Refuse to Let a Store Employee Mistreat Me—Even If It Embarrasses My Boyfriend
People
3 weeks ago

Shopping for your clothes is a fun errand to do at the store. Sometimes, when you pass by the kid's section, you might ask, "Why are these designs only available for kids and not adults?!" It can be a relatable thought because some designs are cute, and you just want to fit one. In our reader's case, she has the privilege to fit kid's clothes to herself, but a staff encounter ruined her shopping experience.

My Mother-in-Law Lost Her Privilege to Be Called "Grandma"

My Mother-in-Law Lost Her Privilege to Be Called "Grandma"
Family & kids
3 weeks ago

Entering parenthood means your priority shifts to your children. It is a big responsibility, and sometimes, help from in-laws, relatives, and family can be a lifesaver. However, help turned into an unpleasant surprise for our Bright Side reader, who encountered toxic grandparent behavior from her mother-in-law.