Emotions are inevitable, but they also change over time, and if you thought they’d stay the same, boy, you are in for a new discovery. It’s necessary to understand how aging affects our emotions, so you can finally understand why your grandpa acts the way he does, for example.
Psychologists believe that feelings, good or bad, are contagious. But apparently, this is not only the case for real-life interactions. Sometimes, a video, an image, or even emojis can transmit the feelings of the person behind the screen, making us feel a certain type of way for the rest of the day. We can’t guarantee that these pictures will make you laugh or frown, but they surely will make you say, “Oh my...”
It might seem like we only have 6 emotions — happiness, fear, disgust, sadness, anger, and surprise, exactly like in the famous animated cartoon movie. Yet, scientists claim that we actually have a whopping 27. And these 16 people managed to capture some of them in mere seconds.
Wrinkles are something that we can’t avoid with age. Of course, our genetics play a big role in which line on your face will be the deepest, but still, feelings can trigger and enhance wrinkles. You can check your reflection in the mirror to understand what emotions you still need to work on.
We all need emotions, and we wouldn’t be able to survive without them, scientists claim. Our feelings help us avoid danger, make decisions, and communicate with other people. There are so many things that can cause a wide range of feelings, and our article will put you on a real emotional rollercoaster.
Some photos don’t need captions. That’s because the image itself already conveys strong emotions or contains clear details that help us understand the full context. And just like stories, pictures can also have a wide range of narratives — from comedy to drama and feel-good themes.
Not only do our pets make each of our days by purring and barking happily, but the funny faces they make and various emotions they emit are delightful. From a blissful cat mother to a surprised parrot mom, the range of emotions in this article will move your mood-o-meter from 0 to 10.
A dog wagging its tail can mean that it’s happy, and cats can curl up on your lap and purr to show the same emotion. But some animals’ emotions don’t need any explanation because they’re so humanlike. Whether they feel hyper-joyful after getting a treat or going to a park, or extremely frustrated or judgy, it’s hard to not start thinking that they’re possessed somehow.
A kitty rolling its eyes while looking at its own reflection, a dog’s face radiating pure happiness — these are just a few examples of how candid our floofsters are. They don’t need much to be truly impressed, just like kids who feel sad or happy about little things.
It’s believed that animals are less emotional than people, at least from the outside. But there are pets who prove this to be false because they smile, feel resentment, and get jealous. And it’s impossible to mistake these feelings for something else because animals express them quite clearly.
Nobody likes sad or grumpy faces, not even goats. A recent study has found that goats are much smarter than we take them to be and have the ability to understand human expressions. They can differentiate unhappy faces from smiling ones and are attracted to the latter.
Our pets can be really emotional. And their reactions are something we can all watch forever. They’re like small humans with paws and whiskers!
It’s no secret that children’s spontaneity and sincerity can melt any adult on the spot. And these little hooligans use these tactics 100 percent of the time. Just look at the characters in our collection.
Sometimes, what’s supposed to be a happy family moment turns into something completely different. That’s what happened to Sierra, a mom-to-be, who thought choosing a baby name would be a sweet, shared experience. Instead, it opened a huge rift between her, her husband, and his young daughter.
One reader wrote in with a tale of family tension and clever revenge. After her dad remarried, she found herself at odds with her new stepmom, and things quickly escalated in a way that was equal parts mischievous and satisfying.
Families are complicated, especially when divorce, remarriage, and old wounds are involved. Sometimes you think you’re doing the right thing, only to realize later that you hurt the person who loves you. That’s what happened to me, and I don’t know what to do now.
A 5-year-old’s birthday party ends in heartbreak when friends don’t show, leaving her mom to confront the painful truth behind their absence.
Behind every work result, there is a person with their emotions, difficulties, and amusing incidents. Often, we don’t see the whole picture, perceiving professions as a set of functions. This article is an attempt to show the human side of various professions through the art of comics.
When a 63-year-old dad rewrote his will to leave everything to his 26-year-old wife, his daughter was left stunned, and furious. Told she could “feed herself,” she watched the young wife smirk. But instead of backing down, the daughter plotted a move they never saw coming.
When it comes to family, things are complicated. There are a lot of emotions involved, and relationships aren’t always what they seem. One of our readers reached out to share the story that has turned their life upside down.
Perhaps true friendship is not about grand words, but actions. Sometimes it’s a bucket of water brought at the most crucial moment, and other times it’s the willingness to walk across the entire city without pants to support a friend. We put together 14 honest stories about true friendship that is capable of working wonders and remaining in the heart forever.
In a blended family, even love comes with sharp edges. One woman made a shocking choice during childbirth: she consciously banned her biological mother from the delivery room, letting her stepmother witness the baby’s first breath instead. Was this a gesture of loyalty or the ultimate betrayal?
Weddings are meant to be joyful celebrations, but sometimes they come with unexpected drama. One of our readers found himself suddenly taken off the guest list after his sister’s fiancé pushed for it, and things only got more complicated from there.
Family relationships can be full of love, support, and shared memories — but they can also come with misunderstandings and hurt feelings. Weddings, in particular, can bring out strong emotions, since they are such important and stressful events for everyone involved. Sometimes, all the planning and excitement can leave someone feeling left out or unappreciated. Recently, one of our readers wrote to Bright Side to share a very personal story about just that.
One desperate stepdad reached out to share the story of his rocky relationship with his 14-year-old stepdaughter. She insists on dictating the family menu with her “clean eating” rules, but he refuses to play along. When he finally set strict boundaries, the household exploded in drama.
Family dynamics can get complicated when grandparents step in to help with childcare. What begins as a loving gesture can sometimes turn into a daily responsibility that feels more like work than joy — especially when strict food rules and constant demands are involved. Recently, a reader sent us a letter about going through this very situation with her daughter-in-law.
When one Bright Side reader’s sister-in-law moved in, her stay quickly turned into a battle for control. It all started with a bit of unsolicited advice, but before she knew it, vicious rumors were spreading around the neighborhood. In her letter, Mallory explains how she got her own back.
Stepfamily conflicts can be painful and complicated, especially when stepchildren reject a stepparent despite financial or emotional support. These situations often involve handling boundaries, managing emotions, and finding ways to cope with hurt and resentment.
Money and family don’t always mix well, and when emotions run high, disputes over inheritance can leave lasting scars. Feelings of fairness, loyalty, and betrayal often surface when a will is involved, sometimes changing relationships forever. Recently, one of our readers sent us a letter about facing this very situation and how it completely shifted the dynamic with her mother.
Norma, 36, is a widow, who doesn’t want to be single after her husband passed away. But her stepdaughter, 18, is literally sabotaging her every date. Norma made a serious move, asking her stepdaughter to move out, and things took a shocking turn since then.
Family relationships are complicated, and sometimes the people we expect to support us the most end up hurting us instead. Today, we bring you a story from Carter, a man who found himself torn between helping his parents financially and protecting his own young family. What seemed like a simple decision turned into an emotional storm that left him questioning everything.
Weddings are meant to be joyful celebrations, but planning them often brings unexpected challenges and family drama. Balancing emotions and expectations can make even the happiest moments stressful. Recently, a reader wrote to Bright Side to share her own story about facing such a dilemma.
Every weekend, Shiloh’s husband claimed he was taking their kids to his parents. For months, she believed it, until her MIL called, furious that they hadn’t seen the kids at all. The truth? He’d been hiding something that turned many destinies upside down.
Family dynamics can get tricky when someone crosses a line with your child, even if it’s your mom. Last week, a storm hit one woman’s family when her mom offered to babysit. What seemed like a simple favor quickly turned into something unexpected, leaving her feeling confused and uneasy.
Weddings are meant to bring families together, but sometimes hidden tensions, old grudges, and complicated relationships turn the celebration into unexpected family drama. From venue disputes to secrets resurfacing, emotions can run high before the big day.
When secrets are whispered in the depths of the night, they can unfurl in the most unexpected of ways. Relationships can crumble, marriages can end in divorce, or love can be strengthened. One of our readers, Mary, reached out and shared her story with us.
