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A pregnancy test showing not one, not 2, but 3 stripes, a clock that has been fixed by putting another clock on it, or a traffic light that shows both green and red signals — these are only a few examples of what may happen if people decide to lie down on the job. And while seeing the “masterpieces” that show up here and there, we can only stare at them, wondering what these creators had in mind.

According to Einstein’s Theory of Relativity, time passes faster for your face than for your feet. Yes, time is a mind-blowing phenomenon, and it is inevitable. However, there seem to be things that remain unscathed no matter how many years pass.Today at Bright Side, we want to present you with 15 heartwarming examples of things that remained true to their core, and will always be that way.

Life doesn’t always pan out the way we want it to. Very often, reality doesn’t do our expectations justice — like when you get your boyfriend the perfect picture and in return, he snaps a photo of you in the most unflattering way possible. And while this can be maddening, it can also be fun, if you choose to look at it from that perspective, that is.

Solving riddles is a fun exercise. There’s nothing quite like that sweet, triumphant moment of satisfaction you get by cracking a real puzzler. However, not only are riddles a fun way to spend quality time, but they also boost our mental health, help us release stress, and sharpen our cognitive skills.

Things that were passed from generation to generation have many stories to tell, and they have a special place in our hearts. That’s why seeing your kid in the same sweater you wore 40 years ago or playing with the same toy you played with as a kid are moments that can warm your heart in а second.

Hi everyone! Today I got a message from Tasha who feels shy around her crush. She needs to remove that boundary and finally have enough confidence to build relationships. Well, good thing you’re here because I’m going to help you out.

It feels so good to go to bed squeaky clean right after having a long, hot shower. But from a medical point of view, bathing before sleep isn’t the best way to get a good night’s shut-eye. In fact, this seemingly healthy habit may be doing more harm than good.

It is often said that every family is different, as they all have their own rules and methods for coping with day-to-day life in their own way. In the case of celebrities, they are no exception, as being a parent while living with media exposure can have an impact on how they choose to approach raising their children.

Wearing brand names may sound expensive, but it turns out that you can buy luxurious clothes and accessories by famous companies for almost nothing. Experienced thrift hunters know where to find Prada bags, Valentino shoes, Gucci shirts, and Chanel jackets that retail for hundreds of dollars for just several bucks, and their finds make people’s jaws drop.

Each day can bring something new — you may find out that you need to put a white sack on your head to take your baby’s passport picture, or when it’s time to change out the filter in your air purifier, it may appear to still be in its plastic packaging.

Once you secretly tell your friend that you are not very happy about the arrival of your mother-in-law, your kids’ ears will instantly hear it and convey this information to their beloved granny. At the same time, advice and instructions that you have repeated to your kid many times don’t stay in their memory for long.

People may have the best equipment, gym memberships, or even trainers, but that isn’t always enough to succeed at transforming their body and overall look. It’s only through strong willpower and determination that they can achieve their goals. As they say, “Nothing is impossible,” and these Reddit users have proved this to be true.

Today we bring you another opportunity to put your brain and analytical skills to the test. If you solve riddles and puzzles frequently, you are giving your brain the workout it needs, and you can increase your IQ level. Yes, your brain needs exercise just like your body to stay in shape and help you get smarter in no time.

Having a child is the same as acquiring the superpower of eternal patience. Still, dealing with other people’s children can be a headache for those who are not used to it or when they don’t know what limits, as adults, they should set for a child they don’t know.

Modern life seems to come wrapped in comfort. At times, we have the illusion that everything is within our reach. What, until recently, seemed like science fiction is now possible. However, even in the boom of new technology, sometimes the most basic things can be missing or simply fail. A doorbell that doesn’t work, a window without curtains, a broken refrigerator tie — everyday problems can act as an alarm clock for human ingenuity.

Of course, life doesn’t end after 30. But many people are scared of this number for some reason and think that old age starts just after it. But, in fact, there are many examples that prove people might even become more attractive with age.

A real-life-sized copy of your child’s toy, a tiny bag for tiny purchases, or plants that grow in the most inconvenient places — the universe always has something extraordinary for us in store. So don’t forget to be on the lookout and perhaps you too will meet a dinosaur on your evening walk home.

Whether it’s about committing to a healthier body or nurturing a furry friend into a better life, everything begins with the decision to improve the current situation. All it takes is the right amount of motivation and maybe some good old-fashioned tender loving care, and you’d be surprised to see what you are capable of. Bright Side rounded up 22 photos of inspiring transformations, and they might just give you the push you need to achieve great results as well.

Sometimes life can get pretty overwhelming, and we feel like the odds are stacked against us. But even in times of great despair, we must always remind ourselves that it’s not too late to pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and try again. Who knows, maybe the next time will be our lucky shot.

There’s no doubt that all bodies are beautiful, but for people that have delicate scars or other visibly unwanted marks, it might be difficult to feel that way. Bearing this in mind, a talented tattoo artist from Vietnam, Ngoc Like, is doing wonders with her immense gift to conceal scars and other bodily marks with beautiful tattoos, thus allowing people to regain confidence and be happy with their bodies once again.

Sometimes celebrities like to shock the public and be more memorable by picking an unusual color or bold outfit like Jennifer Lopez did with her green dress at the Grammys in 2000. But in addition to this famous outfit, there are others that came out on top with the hashtag, “daring.”

If your kid gives you a bracelet with the lettering “mediocre” or tries a cat door as the main door, you’re a happy parent. Your child has a sense of humor and family life will never get boring. Just let kids use their imaginations and enjoy the show.

In Japan and many other Asian countries, it’s customary to take your shoes off before entering the house. There are a lot of dirt, dust, and bacteria you are bringing home on your shoes, and it is no wonder the Japanese, one of the healthiest nations in the world, prefer to leave their shoes at the door. But besides germs and bacteria, there are some other reasons to consider a ’no shoes in the house’ policy.

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Solving riddles or puzzles is the best workout for our brain — it keeps us on our toes and also triggers our happy hormones. Bright Side is here to help you get that extra dopamine kick, so we challenge you to flex those mental muscles and crack these 15 brain twisters.

Actresses often change their appearance for a role in a movie. Some lose or gain weight, some change their hair color, some put special makeup on to make it look like they are bald. But only the courageous ones will actually agree to cut their long hair, giving their movie characters a more natural look. Bright Side has listed the actresses who were not afraid to shave their heads to get their roles and they definitely deserve all the applause!

The last film about the boy who lived was released 10 years ago. But many fans are still not ready to say “goodbye” to our beloved characters. So, they do everything they can to find out what happened to the wizarding world after the defeat of Voldemort. And also, some people try to find mistakes in the books.

The ability to win in a debate or come up with a sharp answer quickly has always garnered respect. Thus, thanks to phrases and anecdotes, Diogenes became a legend in ancient times. Fast forward to the 21st century and Twitter is the best place to see most of today’s witty stories.

As a popular saying goes: “It takes a whole village to raise a child.” And really, taking care of a child and knowing that this is totally dependent on you sounds quite overwhelming. Well, recommendations, books, and experts on the subject are never lacking, and as we can see, they have evolved from a couple of decades ago to the present day.

Some people are so fast to reach for their phone that they are like the looky-loos of taking pictures. Or they simply press the caption button at just the right second when thunder breaks a rainbow in half. Accidental or not, their pictures can teach us not to be afraid to grab our phones whenever we see something interesting.

Some designs are the absolute opposite of “design fails.” They make you go full-on “I never thought I needed more of this in my life” mode and for good reason. You’d never thought that a mom might feel the need to have fun on a swing until you see a swing set designed for both the parent and the child.

Nothing screams change more than a drastic hairstyle transformation. Imagine waking up one morning and deciding to cut off your long locks into a pixie cut or dye your natural blonde hair to a statement-making blue-black hue. You might not like the outcome, you may not even recognize yourself, or on the contrary, you could be smitten by the ’’new you’’ looking back in the mirror. No matter how you feel, this bold move can be a life-changing decision.

Hi everyone! I just wanted to let you guys know that you can ask me anything and share all your worries with me. I’m here to help, and together we can FIND A SOLUTION TO ANY PROBLEM! So, feel free to send me your messages, you know where to find me! By the way, I was just checking my direct messages on Instagram and I found a message from a follower of mine named Sophia:

As sad as it may be, children get abducted, and it happens more often than you might think. Moreover, the “bad guy” isn’t always a guy, and they don’t always look threatening — it could even be someone you know. So it’s important to take precautions and teach your kids who they can trust and what they should do if someone wants to take them somewhere without your knowledge.

Having trouble falling asleep can really be annoying. And considering that around 30% to 35% of adults experience insomnia-like symptoms, this is a serious problem that is quite common. Luckily, Dr. Luc P. Beaudoin, a professor of cognitive science at Simon Fraser University, may have just found an easy and quick fix that can help people fall asleep faster than a baby.

Hi everyone! How are you guys? Did you manage to adjust to your back-to-school routine? Waking up early and making myself go to sleep before midnight was real torture for me until I decided to do a little EXPERIMENT ON MYSELF. To be honest, I was rather skeptical about the results in the beginning, but what happened later truly AMAZED ME!In one of the teen magazines, I read that turning off phone notifications can make you calmer and less stressed, so I decided to try it. At first, I was a bit terrified at the idea of turning off ALL my phone notifications. After all, I’m so used to getting alarmed EVERY HALF AN HOUR, that it sometimes feels like my phone is actually a part of my hand. Anyway, I wanted to challenge myself, so I switched off my e-mail notifications first. Then Facebook followed. Instagram — GONE, YouTube — BYE, TikTok — SEE YOU LATER. Muting my WhatsApp was the hardest, and I instinctively kept checking it every hour to see what was new on the first day.

Instead of comfortable beds, pets usually prefer to stay and sleep in tiny places. These may include buckets, boxes, hats, paper bags, or even cups. Zoologists claim that this happens because some pets are solitary animals that always look for a safe hiding place to snooze. And that’s why sometimes our pets feel so comfortable in small places, even if they barely fit.Bright Side has collected photos of animals who could squeeze themselves into tiny spaces and are enjoying their new beds. And we’re sure that you will enjoy them too.

A bride wearing a white dress with a fitted bodice and a voluminous skirt is probably the first thing many of us think of when we hear the word “wedding.” But not all brides, including celebrities, dream of wearing traditional wedding dresses. Some brides push the boundaries of wedding fashion and choose bright colors and risky cuts for their big day.

Everyone can learn how to capture the ultimate photo, but some shots go beyond skill and experience. Pure luck or coincidence can turn anyone into a remarkable photographer. Those kinds of pictures always make for a fun view, and the sun on a hook by a Reddit user is a great example of that.

In order to impress someone, you have to surprise them in some way and give them something that they didn’t expect. The pleasure that comes from unexpected surprises is so dominant in our brains that we literally jump with joy. And there are some people that are incredibly good at creating these kinds of situations for their loved ones, and they even manage to shock complete strangers.

According to the University of Texas, fathers who are more involved in their kids’ lives have a positive impact on them. 2 very positive effects are higher self-esteem and good social behavior. In addition to contributing more time to their children’s lives, they can also build them stuff and act silly together.

If you ever get woken up by someone’s heavy breathing early in the morning, don’t worry, it’s most likely your dog staring at you while you’re sound asleep. Even though they’re masters at it, pets are not only good as alarm clocks. According to research, they can lower anxiety, help lower blood pressure, and boost our immunity.

You don’t have to go far or do something grand to make a difference in the world. Even adopting an animal can be a life-changing experience not only for the owners but the pets as well. These four-legged dudes used to be cautious, scared, disappointed, and totally untrusting. Look at them now, they’re shining like never before!

Most siblings can confirm that they enjoy making fun of or trolling their brothers or sisters for various reasons. This is exactly what Katina Behm, sister of model Aristotle Polites, decided to do in order to poke fun at her brother’s eye-popping pictures. And she used her baby, Augie, as a model in order to do that, something that her brother supports 100%.

There’s something exhilarating about solving puzzles and finding hidden objects with your laser-like sight. These kinds of mental games are not just a great mood and self-confidence booster, but they also help keep cognitive abilities sharp for both kids and adults.

Many of us see male celebrities as benchmarks of masculinity and handsomeness, and no power on Earth can take that from them. Even if one day, they would have to play female roles, all eyes would still be on them. And even though men’s and women’s beauty standards seem to be so different, switching their gender, is likely make their appearance even more jaw-dropping.

Hey, everyone! How are you doing during this busy back-to-school season? I still can’t adjust to this CRAZY schedule, so I’m spending quite a bit of time scrolling through my social media feed instead of going to bed early. (My advice... don’t do this!) Anyway, while I was looking through my messages yesterday I found one that sounds like a CRY FOR HELP, and it’s from a girl who has a GUY BFF:

Brain teasers aren’t only satisfying, but they also have the ability to rewire our brains if practiced often enough. And this probably explains the phrase “use or lose it,” which only proves how our brains need continual workouts. By keeping our minds stimulated, we keep them strong and healthy.

Creativity and talent are 2 things we’ll never run out of, and the more there is, the more it will inspire thousands of people. This artist creates absolutely stunning and charming soap figures that are almost too beautiful to use, so you may just want to stare at them while taking a bath.

According to a study, the shape of our faces could be linked to certain personality traits. The face width to height ratio has been linked to traits such as being a risk-taker, dominant, and even deceptive. Another study found that people with facial symmetry proved to be more extroverted. There are several different face shapes, including square, round, long, heart, and diamond.