You can never be sure if someone you encounter online is actually who they appear to be. Many people are fabricating the snippets of their personality they share online, some more than others. It’s easy to do so, as the anonymity of the Internet allows us to get away with it. Even those who are … Read more
Parenting is no walk in the park. It can sometimes feel more like a long marathon without any breaks, and a lot of bruises. You finally get to breathe again once your kids reach adulthood. But that’s not always the case, especially if you have a special-needs child. Someone has shared how they’ve been “parentified” … Read more
As simple as they might seem in concept, the truth is that making a good toy is harder than it seems. Many toys that represent human figures tend to invoke the uncanny valley, but some are so creepy that it’s unclear what parent’s would look at it and think “my child needs one of these.” … Read more
The world is full of all kinds of people, some who take a lot of risks, and others who are content staying in their lane. The folks who keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible may get rewarded for their actions, or end up going too far and having to pay the price. This list … Read more
Nothing can quite prepare kids and adults alike for the shift that happens when two families are blended to become one. Inevitably, some disagreements are going to arise in the process, but unlike in a nuclear family, they are much harder to resolve in a complex stepfamily dynamic. This stepfamily is no exception, as they … Read more
Misinformation about health-related matters existed way before Google and “fake news.” Chances are, you adhered to many of these falsehoods without realizing the damage they may have caused. Fortunately, sites like Reddit provide medical professionals with a platform to debunk some of these myths. Quite some time ago, a user asked this important question: “Doctors … Read more
Dating, and first dates in particular, come with a sort of acrobatic-like juggling performance. One has to put their own best foot forward, while being engaging, funny and interesting with, ostensibly, a stranger. At the same time, they also need to actually pay attention if this person is giving off weird vibes. So, naturally, some … Read more
You’ve probably heard it a hundred times: what you see online isn’t always real. That flawless hourglass figure? Likely touched up. That dreamy sunset bursting with color? Color-grading magic. With filters, poses, lighting tricks, and editing apps just a tap away, the line between real life and curated content keeps getting blurrier. Highlighting exactly this, … Read more
Red carpets are associated with glamor, bold fashion statements, and the illusion that everything is effortless. The gowns fit perfectly, the makeup is flawless, and the celebrities appear relaxed as they gather to celebrate their achievements with their peers. However, this is not always the case. Some outfits are so tight that stars can’t breathe, … Read more
It seems like every single day, there are new trends circulating around the internet that we’re expected to get on board with. Try this viral food! Buy this pair of shoes! And stream this new artist before their songs are so overplayed that they’ll make you want to rip your hair out! It’s exhausting trying … Read more