brightside--2020-12-25--20+ Stunning Facts About Life in Switzerland That We Didn’t Know

1 .
Some people don ’ t believe that this country is really expensive before they visit it .
The salaries in Switzerland seem to be extraordinarily high , but this feeling evaporates when you see the prices in even the most regular supermarkets .
For example , 1 kg of beef can cost around 40 francs ( $ 45 ) .
You can save a little money if you buy foods in German chain supermarkets .
A woman moved to Switzerland and here is what she thinks , “ After moving to Geneva , I kept thinking about the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the prices in my country but , fortunately for my nervous system , I stopped.
” 2 .
But the prices are stable .
Apartment owners are very picky and they ask for a lot of documents that confirm the fact that a tenant has the ability to pay .
If you don ’ t have a job and insurance , it ’ s almost impossible to find a nice place to live .
References from an employer are also often required to prove that you are a reliable person .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to say , “ The prices for apartments in Switzerland are really high , especially if you want something near a town or near a lake .
But even in smaller towns , good places cost a lot.
” Most employers understand how much trouble people go through when moving into a new apartment and they give their workers days off for moving .
A couple moved to Zurich and their experience of looking for an apartment left a huge impression on them , “ At first , I was looking for an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find anything .
After that , we hired a super-expensive agent .
In the end , I found a good apartment by myself .
To get it , I basically bribed the previous tenant , bought all of his furniture , and he didn ’ t tell the landlord about the other people who were interested in the apartment .
To sign the contract , we had to show papers that confirmed we didn ’ t have any debt.
” 5 .
Expensive medical insurance doesn ’ t guarantee a serious attitude toward @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s perfectly normal to get medical help and buy food in other countries to save money .
7 .
Fines are another complicated financial issue .
Almost every intersection in Zurich has cameras set there that take photos of every small rule violation .
If you break one of these rules , you ’ ll get a notification in your e-mail that you have to pay a fine .
Parking is really expensive and you can only leave your car outside for 1.5 hours .
This is why a lot of people have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ public transportation and bicycles .
But fines are not just for those that drive .
You can get a fine for any violation , and a blogger ’ s story proves this , “ The other day in Zurich , a girl boarded a train and bought a ticket through an app .
But the conductor said that the ticket was invalid because it was bought 38 seconds after the train started going .
The girl tried to explain that the internet was slow and she had a ticket but the conductor gave @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 90 ( for when you have no ticket at all ) .
The price of the ticket itself is 8.6 francs .
Is this crazy or is this fair ?
” 8 .
A husband is supposed to provide for his ex-wife in cases of divorce .
9 .
The pedestrian crossings in Bern are covered with Swarovski crystals .
10 .
The locals sort trash and keep everything clean .
12 .
There are several official languages .
15 .
The authorities take good care of people ’ s safety .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ every house .
It ’ s a room with a ventilation system reinforced with concrete blocks .
There are public bomb shelters for several people with 9 liters of water for every person , dry bread , matches , canned food , and medications .
Besides , people are supplied with special pills if the radiation levels increase .
A Pikabu user said , “ I found a pack of iodine pills in my mailbox .
The military pharmacy sent them .
I unpacked it and wanted to eat one .
My husband @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enough iodine from salt .
The dosage was crazy .
It turned out that free iodine pills are sent to everyone in case of high radiation levels .
The instructions on the pack said that we shouldn ’ t take the pills without a message from the authorities.
” 16 .
Swiss people don ’ t like washing machines in their apartments .
17 .
The railways are the definition of accuracy .
19 .
You can drink tap water and water from fountains .
20 .
They created a new kind of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ women decide to have children pretty late .
Women in Switzerland become mothers at the age of 30.7 on average and they are in third place in Europe .
Only in Italy and Spain , do women become mothers at later ages .
To begin with , now people need to go a much longer way to get an education than they did several decades ago .
As a result , the age when you can create a family is higher .
Secondly , girls have become more demanding which results in no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Having a child in Switzerland is not cheap .
One day at a regular kindergarten costs around $ 110–130 .
22 .
People take good care of their health and it ’ s obvious .
Bonus : Attention to detail is key to a comfortable life .

For several years, Switzerland has been considered to be the best country to live in. It’s not surprising: this is a country of comfort and stunning nature. You can finish working at the office and in 15 minutes, you can be swimming in a lake. But, aside from the famous breathtaking landscapes, tasty chocolate, and reliable banks, the country has something else to surprise its visitors with.
We at Bright Side dove into the culture of Switzerland to find out how people live in one of the richest countries in the world, and to see if the life of immigrants there is nice. In the bonus section, you will see photos that show how detail-oriented the local people are when it comes to comfort, and not only for themselves but also for their pets.
1. Some people don’t believe that this country is really expensive before they visit it.
1 Swiss franc = 1.13 USD
The salaries in Switzerland seem to be extraordinarily high, but this feeling evaporates when you see the prices in even the most regular supermarkets. For example, 1 kg of beef can cost around 40 francs ($45). You can save a little money if you buy foods in German chain supermarkets. A woman moved to Switzerland and here is what she thinks, “After moving to Geneva, I kept thinking about the prices all the time and comparing them to the prices in my country but, fortunately for my nervous system, I stopped.”
2. But the prices are stable.
At all stores, the prices for products are pretty much the same. The only way to save some money is by buying things at a discount. Most stores cut their prices by up to 50% for certain goods that are nearing their expiration date.
A man from Switzerland shares his experience, “Swiss petrol is, ironically, cheap. In 1979, I remember paying 1.20 Swiss francs per liter. Today, 4 decades later, the price is ridiculously low at 1.70 Swiss francs.”
3. Renting an apartment is a challenge.
Apartment owners are very picky and they ask for a lot of documents that confirm the fact that a tenant has the ability to pay. If you don’t have a job and insurance, it’s almost impossible to find a nice place to live. References from an employer are also often required to prove that you are a reliable person. A girl that moved to Switzerland had this to say, “The prices for apartments in Switzerland are really high, especially if you want something near a town or near a lake. But even in smaller towns, good places cost a lot.”
Most employers understand how much trouble people go through when moving into a new apartment and they give their workers days off for moving. A couple moved to Zurich and their experience of looking for an apartment left a huge impression on them, “At first, I was looking for an apartment myself. I couldn’t find anything. After that, we hired a super-expensive agent. In the end, I found a good apartment by myself. To get it, I basically bribed the previous tenant, bought all of his furniture, and he didn’t tell the landlord about the other people who were interested in the apartment. To sign the contract, we had to show papers that confirmed we didn’t have any debt.”
4. People in Switzerland respect insurance.
Local people have to have medical insurance and pay for it. A girl moved to Switzerland with her family, “Every person here pays some sort of a medical tax: adults pay 2,500 francs ($ 2,800). This allows them to have free medical service. But dentistry is separate. This is crazy money!”
5. Expensive medical insurance doesn’t guarantee a serious attitude toward your treatment.
Medicine here is all about “do no harm,” so if there is an opportunity to not intervene, doctors won’t. No doctor in Switzerland will prescribe useless procedures or medications. The locals don’t have regular medical tests — they’re expensive. If you get ill, you can see a doctor about your condition. A girl living in Switzerland told about her visit to a doctor, “I remember I had a terrible cough. It was so bad that I couldn’t sleep. After 6 hours in a line, the doctors just prescribed me drops for a cough. I paid 300+ francs for the drops.”
6. It’s perfectly normal to get medical help and buy food in other countries to save money.
Many Swiss people that live near Germany, France, and Italy, often go to these countries to buy food there. They also buy clothes there, but there are limitations on the number of goods you can move across the border. For example, you can’t bring more than 20 kg of fruits and vegetables per person, 5 liters of milk, and 3 liters of juice. Also, you can’t move more than 0.5 kg of meat. Of course, if you are traveling with someone else, you can move twice as much.
7. Fines are another complicated financial issue.
Almost every intersection in Zurich has cameras set there that take photos of every small rule violation. If you break one of these rules, you’ll get a notification in your e-mail that you have to pay a fine. Parking is really expensive and you can only leave your car outside for 1.5 hours. This is why a lot of people have given up on driving cars and use public transportation and bicycles. But fines are not just for those that drive. You can get a fine for any violation, and a blogger’s story proves this, “The other day in Zurich, a girl boarded a train and bought a ticket through an app. But the conductor said that the ticket was invalid because it was bought 38 seconds after the train started going. The girl tried to explain that the internet was slow and she had a ticket but the conductor gave her a fine of 30 francs instead of 90 (for when you have no ticket at all). The price of the ticket itself is 8.6 francs. Is this crazy or is this fair?”
8. A husband is supposed to provide for his ex-wife in cases of divorce.
In Switzerland, there’s a law that forces husbands to pay alimony not only for their children but also for their ex-wife in case of divorce. In fact, alimony is paid by the partner who has the bigger income. Most of the time, it’s men and they have to pay this money to their ex-wives.
9. The pedestrian crossings in Bern are covered with Swarovski crystals.
While painting the pedestrian crossings, workers mix yellow paint with tiny Swarovski crystals which help to increase the light reflection at night. 500 grams of crystals are needed for 1 square meter. The optimal visibility is achieved when most crystals are in the paint and only 1/3 of the overall number are outside.
10. The locals sort trash and keep everything clean.
“I found a pizza box garbage can in Switzerland.”
The necessary minimum is sorting glass, paper, plastic, and organic waste, but there are also separate containers for fish and meat bones, cream bottles and detergents, and coffee cups. Most people look for these containers because if you throw away your trash after already sorting it, it’s free, but if you collect everything into one bag and throw it away, you need special trash bags. They cost 1 franc per 20 liters. To get rid of something big, like old car wheels, you need to drive them to a disposal yard and pay around $35.
This is what’s under the sink. The big section on the left is the mixed trash, the right top is for batteries, the top down is a container for organic and green trash. © demena / Pikabu
“I met a Swiss guy that came to Russia as an exchange student. We were walking with my friends and invited him to go with us. One guy said, ‘I have never been to Switzerland but I know it’s super clean there.’ The Swiss guy looked at him as if he were crazy and said, ‘Are you joking? It’s a stereotype! Check Google Maps.’ Go to a small village in the mountains. You’ll see how bad it is there.” We took a laptop and decided to check. This is what we saw:
“But this is amazing!” “Yeah, I’m trolling you. It’s really great everywhere.” © Annike09 / Pikabu
11. Popular food in Switzerland
The price of food is so high because there are no bad products there. The government supports farmers, the laws protect animals, and this is why there is no cheap meat. There’s only high-quality meat. Vegetables and cheese in Switzerland are great. Swiss people love cheese and put it into a lot of meals. A girl living in Switzerland said, “I’m indifferent to cheese and to chocolate. The local Mövenpick ice cream is not really that delicious. I love bread. Even though it’s pretty expensive, I can eat a whole loaf — it’s so good. By the way, it doesn’t go bad for a really long time.”
Vending machines for selling cheese
12. There are several official languages.
In Switzerland, there are 4 official languages: French, German, Italian, and Rhaeto-Romance. Depending on the city, the language changes but most people here speak several languages. The local German language is really different from the language spoken in Germany. One girl has been living in Switzerland for 2 years and she’s noticed, “The popular expression hoch Deutsch (which can be translated as ‘high German’), as the original German language is called, really insults the Swiss people. So, the Swiss people really simplify German grammar, and they don’t use articles and endings.”
13. People spend a lot of time outside.
On Sundays, life here freezes. It’s not because the stores and restaurants are closed. Everyone needs a day off, including the people working in restaurants. Another girl living in Switzerland shared her story, “In Burgdorf, you won’t see anyone in the morning. Maybe, 2-3 dog owners walking their pets. I was shocked and I couldn’t understand where everyone was. Later, I realized that people go out of town the first chance they get or spend their time together watching TV.”
The climate and nature vary from region to region. There’s a stereotype that Switzerland is a country of mountains, fat cows, and chocolate rivers. But in some valleys, there are palm trees that usually grow near the seas. People even grow kiwis and bananas there.
14. People in Switzerland follow a lot of rules.
There are very strict rules here. For example, when you are moving into a new apartment, you have to register yourself in the house within 3 days and read all the rules. For example, in some houses, you can’t take a bath in the evening, and in others — you can’t even flush the toilet. You can’t take a shower after 10 pm and people actually follow this law. When I asked a Swiss man why they had such a law, he said with a serious face, “The water makes noise and prevents the neighbor from sleeping.” — a Pikabu user said.
Trash bags
You can’t throw away trash in other bags — it won’t be taken. And there’s a huge chance that you will get a fine or a warning. Another funny rule is that you have to buy bags for trash in the same district where you live. A girl described her experience, “When we were moving in, we got a manual with 87 pages in German. I got lost on page 3 and missed an important detail about garbage disposal rules. On our first week, we got a fine of 65 francs. It turned out that every district has its own trash bag color. My neighbor saw my black bag among the many white-orange of the community and registered a complaint.”
15. The authorities take good care of people’s safety.
There’s a bomb shelter in every house. It’s a room with a ventilation system reinforced with concrete blocks. There are public bomb shelters for several people with 9 liters of water for every person, dry bread, matches, canned food, and medications. Besides, people are supplied with special pills if the radiation levels increase. A Pikabu user said, “I found a pack of iodine pills in my mailbox. The military pharmacy sent them. I unpacked it and wanted to eat one. My husband stopped me and said that we get enough iodine from salt. The dosage was crazy. It turned out that free iodine pills are sent to everyone in case of high radiation levels. The instructions on the pack said that we shouldn’t take the pills without a message from the authorities.”
16. Swiss people don’t like washing machines in their apartments.
The locals really respect their tradition of having a laundry room in the basement, one for the entire block. Even if someone wants to have a washing machine in their apartment, they can’t really do it. First, there are no pipes in the bathroom that you can connect the machine to. Second, a washing machine makes too much noise. To make it possible for everyone to use the laundry room, Swiss people have a strict schedule. It’s a chart where everyone writes their names. You can’t break this schedule, or other people can even call the police.
Even if everyone has their own washing machine, it will still be in the laundry room.
17. The railways are the definition of accuracy.
“I live in Switzerland. This is the train I commute to school with.”
The schedule is planned so that you can reach the necessary location from any mountain village with as few connections as possible. Besides, all trains go once every 30-60 minutes, so being late for a train is not a problem. There’s a lot to see while you’re traveling. A man shared, “In the first 2 years when I was commuting to work, I always took a book so I wouldn’t be bored. In 2 years, I never opened the book once. I always looked out the window.”
18. Milk tastes totally different.
Unlike the cows in other milk farms in other countries that are often given antibiotics and growth hormones, cows in Switzerland eat grass. Milk in Switzerland is extremely pure. Every year, around 270,000 cows go to the Alpine fields. They come back at the beginning of the fall, around the middle of September. Thanks to the grass, the milk has a higher density and the unforgettable taste of different herbs. Besides, the milk received from these cows can be transformed into unique kinds of Alpine cheese.
19. You can drink tap water and water from fountains.
You can drink from fountains. The biggest purpose of a fountain is to ensure that everyone has access to potable water in Switzerland. There is mineral water coming out from the tap in the kitchen. So, when a waiter at a restaurant brings you a glass of tap water, it’s totally safe to drink.
20. They created a new kind of chocolate — pink.
It’s hard to believe it but this unique color of chocolate is not achieved with colorants, it’s done with red cocoa beans. Colorants and flavor additives are not used. Pink chocolate is literally a breakthrough in the chocolate world. There were only 3 kinds of chocolate before — bitter, milk, and white. The previous new kind (white) was invented in 1930. Pink chocolate has a light berry-like taste.
Tried them a few months ago. It seems they’re being released at selected locations only, tho. I liked them. I was expecting a strawberry-like flavor, but it tasted more like white chocolate to me. © SuperCuteRoar / Reddit
21. Many women decide to have children pretty late.
Women in Switzerland become mothers at the age of 30.7 on average and they are in third place in Europe. Only in Italy and Spain, do women become mothers at later ages. To begin with, now people need to go a much longer way to get an education than they did several decades ago. As a result, the age when you can create a family is higher. Secondly, girls have become more demanding which results in no good partner choices for a family. Having a child in Switzerland is not cheap. One day at a regular kindergarten costs around $110–130.
22. People take good care of their health and it’s obvious.
Since early childhood, children are taught to eat healthy food. Children get vegetables and fruits for snacks in school. Most people play sports, walk on foot, and ride bikes. It’s trendy and totally natural. Older people also look healthy. In Switzerland, there are not many couples where the partners are of different ages, so you can see men walking with their wives who are the same age. Old people sit together on summer terraces and look really cute.
Bonus: Attention to detail is key to a comfortable life.
The toiletries at my hotel in Switzerland included a rubber ducky.
Ledge for cats


brightside--2020-12-25--20+ Mistakes We Make With Household Appliances That Destroy Them

Remove the scale in a timely manner .
Remember that scale appears not only in metal kettles but also on @ @ @ @ @ plastic kettles as well .
Even kettles with built-in filters can only prevent the scale @ @ @ @ @ , but they don ’ t prevent the scale from appearing in the first place @ @ @ @ @ to descale a kettle by mixing vinegar and water in a 1:1 proportion and let @ @ @ @ @ .
Just don ’ t forget to leave a note on the kettle so that @ @ @ @ @ tea ” with this mix .
In the morning , wash the kettle well .

Don’t forget about timely service and check-ups. It’s not just about professional help, but also the preventive measures that you can take yourself: like cleaning and changing the filters in time. You can find the filters right under the lid. It will not only make the AC work better, but it’ll also reduce the amount of dust in the air that you breathe in.
Don’t open the windows when the air conditioner is on. The legend that open windows with a turned on AC can cool down the room faster is a myth. In fact, open windows slow down the process and can also cause the AC to break down because it has to process a lot of hot air coming from the window.


brightside--2020-12-25--10+ Ways to Get Extra Space in Your Small Room

When we live in a small room and don ’ t have enough space for essentials , it means we need to start thinking more creatively .
No matter how tiny your space is , replacing your laundry basket , a regular table , or a desk can be a perfect choice , and there are plenty of unique designs available that will give you extra storage while helping your room look stylish and neat .
Even if you know you can ’ t fit a workout machine in your small room , there is a way .
Soon , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ switching out your regular bed for a murphy bed that morphs into a gym .
2 .
Use a clothing rack that fits in corners .
Corner racks are the perfect thing to fill up a corner of your room with to hang your clothes on when you don ’ t have much closet space but you want to show off your clothes .
Additionally , it can replace that chair you use to messily pile clothes on top of .
Lifting up your bed is a great storage space solution .
You @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bed with shelves and drawers or you can get a bed that already has drawers installed .
You can also find beds that lift up and reveal a whole wardrobe space underneath .
4 .
Substitute your chair for an ottoman with storage .
You can use ottomans in 2 different ways .
There are ones that you can replace your classic coffee table with or replace regular chairs with that you can also use for extra storage .
Storage boxes are great for filling up vertical spaces and making things more neatly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , decorative boxes or the kinds you can stack on one another .
A laundry basket won ’ t look very nice , especially in a small room , and it will take up more space than it needs to .
Instead , choose one of your drawers to be for your laundry , or you can use a laundry bag that hangs on your door .
Hanging up a mirror might not help you with storage space but it will definitely make your room look and feel bigger .
Using a divider @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Plus , you can always use a bookshelf or regular shelves as a divider , and you will be getting a 2-in-1 advantage .
Desks are furniture pieces that usually take up the most space in a room .
So instead of getting a classic desk , opt for a floating one .
It won ’ t take too much room and you ’ ll have more free space underneath it .
11 .
Consider nesting tables instead of night stands .
Using nightstands might seem like a more reasonable storage option @ @ @ @ @ @ @ terms of movement .
Nesting tables , on the other hand , can be used for more than just nightstands , and as an added bonus , you ’ ll get more than one table .
Plus , you can use the space underneath for storage boxes .
Whether you use it for dining , working , or getting your makeup done , a folding table can be a real game-changer .
This can be easily installed on the wall and you can just put it back in place once you ’ re @ @ @ @

When we live in a small room and don’t have enough space for essentials, it means we need to start thinking more creatively. No matter how tiny your space is, replacing your laundry basket, a regular table, or a desk can be a perfect choice, and there are plenty of unique designs available that will give you extra storage while helping your room look stylish and neat.
We at Bright Side tried to choose practical storage solutions and space-saving tips that anyone can implement without putting forth too much effort.
1. This bed turns into a gym.
Even if you know you can’t fit a workout machine in your small room, there is a way. Soon, you’ll have the option of switching out your regular bed for a murphy bed that morphs into a gym.
2. Use a clothing rack that fits in corners.
Corner racks are the perfect thing to fill up a corner of your room with to hang your clothes on when you don’t have much closet space but you want to show off your clothes. Additionally, it can replace that chair you use to messily pile clothes on top of.
3. Elevate your bed for extra storage.
Lifting up your bed is a great storage space solution. You can add an additional platform under the bed with shelves and drawers or you can get a bed that already has drawers installed. You can also find beds that lift up and reveal a whole wardrobe space underneath.
4. Substitute your chair for an ottoman with storage.
You can use ottomans in 2 different ways. There are ones that you can replace your classic coffee table with or replace regular chairs with that you can also use for extra storage.
5. Use storage bins.
Storage boxes are great for filling up vertical spaces and making things more neatly organized. You can go for regular, decorative boxes or the kinds you can stack on one another.
6. Focus on the walls.
Don’t forget to use your walls and the space they provide. Add hooks to allow you to hang your hats, scarves, and clothes.
7. Don’t use laundry baskets.
A laundry basket won’t look very nice, especially in a small room, and it will take up more space than it needs to. Instead, choose one of your drawers to be for your laundry, or you can use a laundry bag that hangs on your door.
8. Put a mirror on the wall.
Hanging up a mirror might not help you with storage space but it will definitely make your room look and feel bigger.
9. Add a room divider.
Using a divider will help with organizing your room better. Plus, you can always use a bookshelf or regular shelves as a divider, and you will be getting a 2-in-1 advantage.
10. Use a floating desk.
Desks are furniture pieces that usually take up the most space in a room. So instead of getting a classic desk, opt for a floating one. It won’t take too much room and you’ll have more free space underneath it.
11. Consider nesting tables instead of night stands.
Using nightstands might seem like a more reasonable storage option but they’re not practical in terms of movement. Nesting tables, on the other hand, can be used for more than just nightstands, and as an added bonus, you’ll get more than one table. Plus, you can use the space underneath for storage boxes.
12. Get a folding table.
Whether you use it for dining, working, or getting your makeup done, a folding table can be a real game-changer. This can be easily installed on the wall and you can just put it back in place once you’re done with it.
Do you have a space-saving tip for small rooms that you can share with us?


brightside--2020-12-25--18 Rebels Who Don’t Break the Rules but Manage to Get Around Them With Incredible Skill

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Many of us have forgotten what an adventurous spirit actually is .
But isn ’ t it fun to do something against public opinion ?
Even if it ’ s just a little trifle that can change nothing — why not spice things up a bit ?
After all , every single one of us is a bit rebellious inside .
At Bright Side , we had a good laugh while looking at the brave people in this article .
They manage to break the system so skillfully , they ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Get off , I ’ m bringing my sausages on this bus.
” “ I faced all 200 chairs in my lecture hall toward the back.
” “ First I cut it the ’ right ’ way , but then I thought , ’ I ’ m almost 30 , I can eat it the way I want to.
’ ” “ I noticed my roommate ’ s batteries and charger for the first time today.
” “ I ’ m in a suit and tie but my inner rebel is jubilant !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ on an Xbox — let the fight of the consoles begin !
“ Eat whatever you want .
It ’ s a free country.
” A married couple came into an Apple Store .
Pay attention to the husband ’ s bag .
“ A box can ’ t tell me where to put my pies.
” “ I didn ’ t keep this bag away from cheese.
” “ This is my fourth grader ’ s math homework .
She said , ’ This way , I didn ’ t even need @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Many of us have forgotten what an adventurous spirit actually is. But isn’t it fun to do something against public opinion? Even if it’s just a little trifle that can change nothing — why not spice things up a bit? After all, every single one of us is a bit rebellious inside.
At Bright Side, we had a good laugh while looking at the brave people in this article. They manage to break the system so skillfully, they’ll never fear getting punished.
“Get off, I’m bringing my sausages on this bus.”
“I faced all 200 chairs in my lecture hall toward the back.”
“The cola wars have escalated.”
“First I cut it the ’right’ way, but then I thought, ’I’m almost 30, I can eat it the way I want to.’”
“I noticed my roommate’s batteries and charger for the first time today.”
An IKEA shark breaking the law
“I’m in a suit and tie but my inner rebel is jubilant!”
A Nintendo HDMI cable being used on an Xbox — let the fight of the consoles begin!
“Eat whatever you want. It’s a free country.”
“I feel so cool.”
A married couple came into an Apple Store. Pay attention to the husband’s bag.
“No pets allowed.”
“A box can’t tell me where to put my pies.”
“I didn’t keep this bag away from cheese.”
“Use the elbow.”
“This is my fourth grader’s math homework. She said, ’This way, I didn’t even need to think about it.’”
“I’m tearing the opposite corner.”
“They’re both coffee.”


brightside--2020-12-26--11 Christmas Traditions From Around the World You Probably Haven’t Heard Of

1 .
In South Africa , the main holiday dish is fried caterpillars .
Deep-fried caterpillars ( of the emperor moth ) are very nutritious because they ’ re high in protein .
They ’ re also considered to be a delicacy there because they ’ re so tasty .
These insects are also harvested during winter , so it lines up perfectly with Christmas .
The locals eat them as a snack or cooked with tomatoes and sauce .
2 .
In Japan , red-white cake is the highlight of the holiday season .
This Christmas cake is so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ literally see it everywhere : in commercials , in every store , and on every corner .
But this is not just any cake — the most popular one is a white , sponge-like cake , covered in whipped cream and strawberries .
It ’ s so popular that there is even an emoji of it .
If you don ’ t believe us , scroll through your phone and see for yourself .
3 .
In Venezuela , they roller skate to the celebration .
In Venezuela , roller skating happens on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so popular that the authorities had to close the streets so that everybody could skate carefully .
It ’ s not known just how all of this started , but it ’ s believed that this is an alternative to sledding , due to the high temperatures .
4 .
In Greenland , they eat whale skin and fermented sea birds .
5 .
In the Czech Republic , women throw shoes to find out when they ’ ll get married .
According to this Christmas tradition , unmarried women have to stand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and depending on how the shoe will “ land , ” they ’ ll know if they ’ re going to get married soon .
If the toe is pointed toward the door , wedding bells will ring .
If not , they need to wait a little longer .
6 .
In Spain , they wear red underwear on New Year ’ s Eve and eat 12 grapes .
Spain has 2 unusual traditions , not on Christmas but on New Year ’ s Eve .
First , you need to eat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ need to eat them fast , in just 12 seconds .
As you can assume , each grape represents one month and if you eat them all , you will have good luck .
Additionally , don ’ t forget to wear your red underwear for this event .
It can even be a sock , as long as you received that item as a gift from somebody else .
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In Finland , a long sauna session on Christmas Eve is a must .
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In Iceland , they offer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has not one Santa Claus , but 13 Santa Clauses , the so-called Yule Lads .
They come 13 days before Christmas and leave gifts in children ’ s shoes .
Their troll parents , Gryla and Leppaludi , are 2 popular folklore figures of Iceland .
They have a big black cat , known simply as the Christmas cat .
Legend says that if you don ’ t receive any new clothing items for Christmas , the animal will “ eat ” you .
So you ’ d better think about gifting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Iceland .
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In Ethiopia , they wear traditional white clothes on Christmas .
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In the US , thousands of people dress like Santa at SantaCon .
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In Norway , they hide all broomsticks and mops .

Christmas is a time for tradition, family, and food, but this can mean something different in various parts of the world. For example, in South Africa, the main dish is fried caterpillars, whereas, in Greenland, they eat whale skin and fermented sea birds.
Bright Side was curious about what other unusual Christmas traditions you can encounter when you travel around the world. You will definitely relate to our bonus feature at the end of the article.
1. In South Africa, the main holiday dish is fried caterpillars.
Deep-fried caterpillars (of the emperor moth) are very nutritious because they’re high in protein. They’re also considered to be a delicacy there because they’re so tasty. These insects are also harvested during winter, so it lines up perfectly with Christmas. The locals eat them as a snack or cooked with tomatoes and sauce.
2. In Japan, red-white cake is the highlight of the holiday season.
This Christmas cake is so embedded in the Japanese culture that you literally see it everywhere: in commercials, in every store, and on every corner. But this is not just any cake — the most popular one is a white, sponge-like cake, covered in whipped cream and strawberries. It’s so popular that there is even an emoji of it. If you don’t believe us, scroll through your phone and see for yourself.
3. In Venezuela, they roller skate to the celebration.
In Venezuela, roller skating happens on Christmas Eve, and this tradition became so popular that the authorities had to close the streets so that everybody could skate carefully. It’s not known just how all of this started, but it’s believed that this is an alternative to sledding, due to the high temperatures.
4. In Greenland, they eat whale skin and fermented sea birds.
Locals from Greenland serve a special dish called “mattak” made from whale skin. It’s too hard to chew, so it’s usually swallowed whole. They have also “kiviak” which is the raw flesh of auks (a species of birds) fermented in seal skin. They’re considered delicacies up there.
5. In the Czech Republic, women throw shoes to find out when they’ll get married.
According to this Christmas tradition, unmarried women have to stand with their backs to the door, and depending on how the shoe will “land,” they’ll know if they’re going to get married soon. If the toe is pointed toward the door, wedding bells will ring. If not, they need to wait a little longer.
6. In Spain, they wear red underwear on New Year’s Eve and eat 12 grapes.
Spain has 2 unusual traditions, not on Christmas but on New Year’s Eve. First, you need to eat 12 grapes at midnight. And you need to eat them fast, in just 12 seconds. As you can assume, each grape represents one month and if you eat them all, you will have good luck. Additionally, don’t forget to wear your red underwear for this event. It can even be a sock, as long as you received that item as a gift from somebody else.
7. In Finland, a long sauna session on Christmas Eve is a must.
On Christmas Eve, every Finnish person gets ready for a long and relaxing sauna session before indulging in treats during Christmas dinner. It’s considered to be a great way of cleansing, which is very important on this festive day.
8. In Iceland, they offer new clothes to almost anybody.
Iceland has not one Santa Claus, but 13 Santa Clauses, the so-called Yule Lads. They come 13 days before Christmas and leave gifts in children’s shoes. Their troll parents, Gryla and Leppaludi, are 2 popular folklore figures of Iceland. They have a big black cat, known simply as the Christmas cat. Legend says that if you don’t receive any new clothing items for Christmas, the animal will “eat” you. So you’d better think about gifting at least a scarf to someone in Iceland.
9. In Ethiopia, they wear traditional white clothes on Christmas.
Ganna, as Christmas is called in Ethiopia, is celebrated on the seventh of January. The locals usually wear long, white traditional clothing known as “netela.” They all gather together for the celebration and sing and chant traditional music.
10. In the US, thousands of people dress like Santa at SantaCon.
SantaCon is an American tradition that started in San Francisco in 1994 but quickly spread to other cities in the world. New York is the biggest venue of all. Plenty of people come dressed as Santa Claus or any other Christmas characters and party together.
11. In Norway, they hide all broomsticks and mops.
Norwegian people have a custom of hiding all the broomsticks and mops on Christmas Eve because there’s a belief that witches or other evil spirits may come and steal them.
BONUS: After Christmas day, you will definitely enjoy the “romjul,” which is a Norwegian term that has no English translation.
It means “that time between Christmas and New Year’s Eve when no one is sure what they should be doing.” We can definitely relate to this period of time!


brightside--2020-12-26--17 People Whose Tongue Is Sharp and Every Word Is Spot On

Usually , life ’ s challenges don ’ t seem as significant if you treat them with humor or even @ @ @ @ @ you need eco-straws when you can drink without a straw at all ?
There is @ @ @ @ @ to attract followers than they try to teach you at trendy training sessions .

Usually, life’s challenges don’t seem as significant if you treat them with humor or even sarcasm. Like why would you need eco-straws when you can drink without a straw at all? There is also a much easier way to attract followers than they try to teach you at trendy training sessions.


brightside--2020-12-25--15 Movies That Can Easily Make You Forget About Everything and Watch Them

Modern life tends to become a routine making each of us strive for newer and brighter emotions .
Oftentimes , the easiest way to experience them is to watch a good movie .
It can help you combine a couple of things : to take a break and get charged up for the near future and the things you have to do in your daily life .
This movie is based on Stephen King ’ s novel .
Danny Torrance , the main character of the movie , has had a telepathic ability since childhood .
However , he loses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He then learns about some mysterious hunters whose goal is to find these outstanding kids and starts to think about how to save them .
First of all , he will have to help a gifted girl named Abra .
The main character named Jonas lives in an ideal future world where there are no problems or sorrows .
At the same time , humankind has been deprived of emotions and memories .
The Community decides to put him into the position of the Receiver of Memory , which he has to take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ call him The Giver .
And that ’ s when the fight against the system starts .
The movie tells the story about Billy Hope — the world light heavyweight champion in boxing .
His role is played by Jake Gyllenhaal .
The athlete has everything he needs — apart from a bright career , he also has a loving family .
But one day his wife passes away and he has to be alone with their daughter .
Now he needs to get it together and overcome his bitter loss .
Mary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ husband .
After getting divorced , she moves away and starts her life from scratch again .
However , her plans to change her life fail to be realized .
After a strange phone call , she gets caught in a web of intrigue .
She keeps getting these calls and will be ordered to do the impossible .
A widowed English aristocrat woman , Sarah Ashley played by Nicole Kidman , inherits a ranch in the northern part of Australia .
In order to save her property from English cattle empires , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the start of World War II .
The cattle driver played by Hugh Jackman helps her drive cattle to another city .
The man and the woman become attracted to each other .
Marie was born into a powerful family .
She could ’ ve taken the throne instead of the Queen of Great Britain , but she refused to marry George V who proposed to her .
She opted to marry Ferdinand — the Roman crown prince .
After that happens , the queen ends up being involved in endless scandals and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ whose work is all about traveling around hot spots .
The character finds himself in different corners of the world and captures various events .
At one point , upon returning home , he decided to set up an exhibition of his photos .
Before the exhibition , a taxi driver named Sebastian , a refugee from South Sudan , approaches Daniel — he asks him to take a couple of photos of African choristers from the city community .
However , later his true motive comes to the surface — the thing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Daniel before shows Sebastian ’ s native village where his loved ones had died many years ago in a massacre .
The taxi driver begs him to not display this work because he now has a new life and a family that doesn ’ t know about this tragedy .
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The Space Between the Lines ( 2019 ) Life brings together a young farmer and a girl living on a reservation .
However , soon afterward she mysteriously disappears and the man starts to search for her .
During his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ details about life in this region .
He decides to save his new friends at any cost .
A young man named Pietro dreams about having an acting career .
He decides to go to Rome where he almost instantly finds a place to live — spacious and suspiciously cheap .
Soon afterward , strange things start to happen in the apartment .
Pietro then starts to see ghosts and after this happens , his life will never be the same again .
A poet named Juan is the main character of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ranch together with his wife Esther where she meets an interesting man and they start an affair .
The man who had been giving his spouse full freedom is now hurt and jealous , and he doesn ’ t know how to overcome everything that has happened .
A famous superstar named Behnaz gets a video recording from a girl who lives in a village .
In the video , she talks about her conflict with her family who forbids her from making her dream of becoming an actress come true .
Together @ @ @ @ @ @ @ movie director , the main character goes to the village .
Now they will have to do their best to reconcile with ill-tempered relatives .
A very strange family lives under one roof .
Some suffer from dementia , others suffer from neurosis because of hard work , and others simply can ’ t get it together .
A 12-year-old girl , Eve , happens to be in this circle as well — she is the daughter from a failed marriage of one of those present in the house .
Will she manage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not-so-simple people ?
A lawyer named Frank works at an insurance company .
He is tired of his routine and the only joy in his life are his thoughts about an upcoming promotion at work .
On the eve of the board of directors meeting , Frank ’ s friend Jeff invites him to a party where he meets a mysterious stranger who is going to change his life forever by erasing the line between reality and imagination .

Modern life tends to become a routine making each of us strive for newer and brighter emotions. Oftentimes, the easiest way to experience them is to watch a good movie. It can help you combine a couple of things: to take a break and get charged up for the near future and the things you have to do in your daily life.
We at Bright Side like to experience the magic of cinema. In today’s compilation, we have prepared a list of movies for you that can touch the depths of your soul.
1. Doctor Sleep (2019)
IMDb — 7.3 This movie is based on Stephen King’s novel. Danny Torrance, the main character of the movie, has had a telepathic ability since childhood. However, he loses this unique gift after growing up. He then learns about some mysterious hunters whose goal is to find these outstanding kids and starts to think about how to save them. First of all, he will have to help a gifted girl named Abra.
2. The Giver (2014)
IMDb — 6.5 The main character named Jonas lives in an ideal future world where there are no problems or sorrows. At the same time, humankind has been deprived of emotions and memories. The Community decides to put him into the position of the Receiver of Memory, which he has to take from the current Receiver who asks to call him The Giver. And that’s when the fight against the system starts.
3. Southpaw (2015)
IMDb — 7.4 The movie tells the story about Billy Hope — the world light heavyweight champion in boxing. His role is played by Jake Gyllenhaal. The athlete has everything he needs — apart from a bright career, he also has a loving family. But one day his wife passes away and he has to be alone with their daughter. Now he needs to get it together and overcome his bitter loss.
4. Daybreakers (2009)
IMDb — 6.4 The action takes place in the not-so-distant future, where the majority of Earthers have turned into vampires. Those who’ve managed to remain human stand up and fight against the immortal bloodsuckers. The character played by Ethan Hawke does his best to save a dying world.
5. The Caller (2011)
IMDb — 6.1 Mary has a very difficult relationship with her husband. After getting divorced, she moves away and starts her life from scratch again. However, her plans to change her life fail to be realized. After a strange phone call, she gets caught in a web of intrigue. She keeps getting these calls and will be ordered to do the impossible.
6. Australia (2008)
IMDb — 6.6 A widowed English aristocrat woman, Sarah Ashley played by Nicole Kidman, inherits a ranch in the northern part of Australia. In order to save her property from English cattle empires, she goes to the ranch right before the start of World War II. The cattle driver played by Hugh Jackman helps her drive cattle to another city. The man and the woman become attracted to each other.
7. Queen Marie of Romania (2019)
IMDb — 7.6 Marie was born into a powerful family. She could’ve taken the throne instead of the Queen of Great Britain, but she refused to marry George V who proposed to her. She opted to marry Ferdinand — the Roman crown prince. After that happens, the queen ends up being involved in endless scandals and conflicts.
8. Hearts and Bones (2019)
IMDb — 6.5 Daniel is a military photographer whose work is all about traveling around hot spots. The character finds himself in different corners of the world and captures various events. At one point, upon returning home, he decided to set up an exhibition of his photos. Before the exhibition, a taxi driver named Sebastian, a refugee from South Sudan, approaches Daniel — he asks him to take a couple of photos of African choristers from the city community. However, later his true motive comes to the surface — the thing is that one of the photos taken by Daniel before shows Sebastian’s native village where his loved ones had died many years ago in a massacre. The taxi driver begs him to not display this work because he now has a new life and a family that doesn’t know about this tragedy.
9. The Space Between the Lines (2019)
IMDb — 6.5 The main character of the movie, Emmi, is a married woman. Once she makes a mistake with an e-mail address and sends a letter to a stranger named Leo. After this happens, her usual rhythm of life changes and these virtual friends start to develop deep feelings for each other.
10. The Bygone (2019)
IMDb — 6 Life brings together a young farmer and a girl living on a reservation. However, soon afterward she mysteriously disappears and the man starts to search for her. During his quest, he finds out many unexpected details about life in this region. He decides to save his new friends at any cost.
11. A Magnificent Haunting (2012)
IMDb — 6.6 A young man named Pietro dreams about having an acting career. He decides to go to Rome where he almost instantly finds a place to live — spacious and suspiciously cheap. Soon afterward, strange things start to happen in the apartment. Pietro then starts to see ghosts and after this happens, his life will never be the same again.
12. Our Time (2018)
IMDb — 6.9 A poet named Juan is the main character of the movie. He moved to a small ranch together with his wife Esther where she meets an interesting man and they start an affair. The man who had been giving his spouse full freedom is now hurt and jealous, and he doesn’t know how to overcome everything that has happened.
13. Three Faces (2018)
IMDb — 7 A famous superstar named Behnaz gets a video recording from a girl who lives in a village. In the video, she talks about her conflict with her family who forbids her from making her dream of becoming an actress come true. Together with her friend who works as a movie director, the main character goes to the village. Now they will have to do their best to reconcile with ill-tempered relatives.
14. Happy End (2017)
IMDb — 6.7 A very strange family lives under one roof. Some suffer from dementia, others suffer from neurosis because of hard work, and others simply can’t get it together. A 12-year-old girl, Eve, happens to be in this circle as well — she is the daughter from a failed marriage of one of those present in the house. Will she manage to find a common language with these not-so-simple people?
15. The Wave (2019)
IMDb — 6.1 A lawyer named Frank works at an insurance company. He is tired of his routine and the only joy in his life are his thoughts about an upcoming promotion at work. On the eve of the board of directors meeting, Frank’s friend Jeff invites him to a party where he meets a mysterious stranger who is going to change his life forever by erasing the line between reality and imagination.


brightside--2020-12-25--20 Pics That Prove Real Friendship Knows No Obstacles

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest They say we need to find the yin to our yang to feel complete , and this is also true for friendships .
It doesn ’ t matter if your best friend is an enormous but loving pig , if it ’ s a chicken that never leaves your side , or even if a donkey makes up part of your gang .
Sometimes it ’ s just meant to be .
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We never knew a human and his sidekick chicken could give us such a judgmental eye .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ wouldn ’ t go near each other.
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It ’ s selfie time with his buddy the cow .
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We can feel the love from here .
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“ My son ’ s first trip home from college .
Do you think someone missed him ?
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“ This is my friend Marahute .
He was rescued after being shot in the wing.
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“ Our dog , Gus , doesn ’ t let fences get in the way of friendships.
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@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2 months of her being stolen !
We are both very happy.
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“ My wife ’ s senior dog can ’ t play due to arthritis , but our puppy loves him anyway.
” 11 .
“ I ’ m a quadriplegic , got a kitty to keep me company when I paint .
She ’ s perfect.
” 12 .
“ My 3-year-old son and I raised monarchs last fall .
The butterflies seemed to just love him !
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“ My Samoyed always stops by to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just howls until his pal comes to the window.
” 14 .
The fence didn ’ t stop them from giving each other a kiss .
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Unconditional love , in sickness and in health 17 .
“ My blind kitten playing leapfrog with his bunny rabbit best friend ” 18 .
“ My dog likes to visit the neighbor ’ s dog through the hole in the wall between our yards.
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“ My daughter and our new fur baby , Rosie , from a skunk rescue center .
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They say we need to find the yin to our yang to feel complete, and this is also true for friendships. It doesn’t matter if your best friend is an enormous but loving pig, if it’s a chicken that never leaves your side, or even if a donkey makes up part of your gang. Sometimes it’s just meant to be.
Bright Side found the perfect group of people and animals that went through adversities and now have the best pals by their side.
1. “My 5-year-old son and his ducks”
2. We never knew a human and his sidekick chicken could give us such a judgmental eye.
3. “6 weeks ago they wouldn’t go near each other.”
4. It’s selfie time with his buddy the cow.
5. We can feel the love from here.
6. “My son’s first trip home from college. Do you think someone missed him?”
7. “This is my friend Marahute. He was rescued after being shot in the wing.”
8. “Our dog, Gus, doesn’t let fences get in the way of friendships.”
9. “Reunited with my best friend after 2 months of her being stolen! We are both very happy.”
10. “My wife’s senior dog can’t play due to arthritis, but our puppy loves him anyway.”
11. “I’m a quadriplegic, got a kitty to keep me company when I paint. She’s perfect.”
12. “My 3-year-old son and I raised monarchs last fall. The butterflies seemed to just love him!”
13. “My Samoyed always stops by to visit his Husky friend. He usually just howls until his pal comes to the window.”
14. The fence didn’t stop them from giving each other a kiss.
15. “All they’re missing is Shrek.”
16. Unconditional love, in sickness and in health
17. “My blind kitten playing leapfrog with his bunny rabbit best friend”
18. “My dog likes to visit the neighbor’s dog through the hole in the wall between our yards.”
19. “My daughter and our new fur baby, Rosie, from a skunk rescue center.”
20. “My pig’s selfie game is strong.”


brightside--2020-12-25--How to Self-Examine Your Chest, and 7 Things That Signify You Need to Rush to a Doctor

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month , also known as Pinktober .
But it isn ’ t the only month we should take steps to care for ourselves and be mindful of breast cancer .
According to Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center , 40 % of diagnosed breast cancer is detected by women who feel a lump , which means doing regular self-exams is crucial .
We at Bright Side feel that we should be familiar with our own breasts so that we can seek a doctor ’ s help if we discover anything unusual .
Clinical screening tests called @ @ @ @ @ @ @ age 40 and older , but adult women of all ages can conduct self-exams at least once a month .
The best time to do this is about 3 to 5 days after your period starts .
Just make sure that you do it on the same date every month .
This should be done while looking into a mirror to see any physical changes in your chest .
It should also be done while lying in bed .
Many women find that the easiest way to feel their breasts is when their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it ’ s also good to do a self-exam while in the shower .
You can look for visual clues that your chest might need to be checked by a doctor .
There are a few ways to do this : Aside from looking , you should also feel if there ’ s anything unfamiliar that can not be seen .
Use your right hand to feel your left breast and vice versa .
You can run your fingers in these 3 directions : Signs that you may need a doctor ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ look out for when examining the nipples : There could also be signs on other parts of the breasts , such as : Remember , it ’ s important not to panic if you find anything out of the ordinary .
Keep in mind that 60 % to 80 % of breast lumps aren ’ t harmful .
But you should always call a doctor to get a diagnosis , just to be safe .
Do you self-examine your chest regularly ?
Do you know anyone who discovered lumps from conducting a self-exam @ @ @ @ @ @ @ story , and share this information with other women !

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, also known as Pinktober. But it isn’t the only month we should take steps to care for ourselves and be mindful of breast cancer. According to Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, 40% of diagnosed breast cancer is detected by women who feel a lump, which means doing regular self-exams is crucial.
We at Bright Side feel that we should be familiar with our own breasts so that we can seek a doctor’s help if we discover anything unusual.
When to check
Clinical screening tests called mammograms should be done yearly by women age 40 and older, but adult women of all ages can conduct self-exams at least once a month. The best time to do this is about 3 to 5 days after your period starts. Just make sure that you do it on the same date every month.
This should be done while looking into a mirror to see any physical changes in your chest. It should also be done while lying in bed. Many women find that the easiest way to feel their breasts is when their skin is wet and slippery, so it’s also good to do a self-exam while in the shower.
How to check
You can look for visual clues that your chest might need to be checked by a doctor. There are a few ways to do this:
With your arms at your sides in a relaxed position With both your arms raised above your head, bending forward Hunched over with your hands placed on your hips By pinching lightly at the tips to look for any unusual discharge fluid
Aside from looking, you should also feel if there’s anything unfamiliar that cannot be seen. Use your right hand to feel your left breast and vice versa. You can run your fingers in these 3 directions:
From top to bottom, and bottom to top In a circular motion From side to side
Signs that you may need a doctor’s attention
Here are the things you should look out for when examining the nipples:
If there is any watery, milky or yellow fluid or blood present If the shape has turned abnormal If the position of the tip has changed or it looks pushed inward instead of sticking out If there’s a rash, redness, or swelling
There could also be signs on other parts of the breasts, such as:
Lumps on any part of the chest Skin dimpling or puckering Redness, sores, a rash, or swelling on the skin
Stay calm and visit a doctor.
Remember, it’s important not to panic if you find anything out of the ordinary. Keep in mind that 60% to 80% of breast lumps aren’t harmful. But you should always call a doctor to get a diagnosis, just to be safe.


brightside--2020-12-26--Test Your Eyesight by Finding the Hidden Shapes in These 15 Images — Not Even We Could Find Them All

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest When we strain our eyes to find something , we also put our minds to work .
This is always good and useful for our brains , which need constant practice .
After all , the brain is just like our muscles : it needs training and exercise to work properly .
Bright Side created 15 visual challenges that will put your eyesight to the test and get those brain juices flowing .
Try and spot all the hidden figures in the images below .
If you can ’ t find @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the image to see the right answer .
Good luck .
1 .
Can you see the triangle ?
2 .
There ’ s a square hidden in the image below .
Can you find it ?
4 .
Can you see the rectangle ?
5 .
Can you see the rhombus ?
6 .
Do you see an oval figure ?
8 .
There ’ s a 5-angle figure hidden in the image below .
Do you see it ?
9 .
And in this other image , there ’ s an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s take things to the next level !
Can you spot a circle and a square ?
11 .
What about a rhombus next to an irregular star ?
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And in this image , there ’ s a rectangle and an oval figure hiding .
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If you manage to find an irregular star and a circle here , your eyesight is really impressive !
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Here ’ s an oval shape and a triangle ( these were really hard for us to spot ) .
Can you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ figure and a square are hiding in this image ( and if you can see them , you should really be proud of your excellent eyesight ) .
We must admit that there were a couple of figures in this exercise that we couldn ’ t spot .
Did you manage to find them all ?
If you did , you ’ re really awesome !
Don ’ t forget to share this article with your friends and family so that they too can test their eyesight and compare scores with you .

When we strain our eyes to find something, we also put our minds to work. This is always good and useful for our brains, which need constant practice. After all, the brain is just like our muscles: it needs training and exercise to work properly.
Bright Side created 15 visual challenges that will put your eyesight to the test and get those brain juices flowing. Try and spot all the hidden figures in the images below. If you can’t find one, you can just tap on the image to see the right answer. Good luck.
1. Can you see the triangle?
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2. There’s a square hidden in the image below. Can you find it?
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3. Find the circular shape.
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4. Can you see the rectangle?
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5. Can you see the rhombus?
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6. Do you see an oval figure?
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7. What about a cylinder?
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8. There’s a 5-angle figure hidden in the image below. Do you see it?
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9. And in this other image, there’s an irregular star hiding.
Tap to see the answer Tap to see the answer
10. Let’s take things to the next level! Can you spot a circle and a square?
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11. What about a rhombus next to an irregular star?
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12. And in this image, there’s a rectangle and an oval figure hiding.
Tap to see the answer Tap to see the answer
13. If you manage to find an irregular star and a circle here, your eyesight is really impressive!
Tap to see the answer Tap to see the answer
14. Here’s an oval shape and a triangle (these were really hard for us to spot). Can you find them?
Tap to see the answer Tap to see the answer
15. A 5-angle figure and a square are hiding in this image (and if you can see them, you should really be proud of your excellent eyesight).
Tap to see the answer Tap to see the answer


brightside--2020-12-26--9 Outdated Winter Trends That Bring on More Harm Than Beauty

Back in the day , girls could easily walk in cold weather wearing short jackets and low-rise jeans .
However , today ’ s down jackets look more like big blankets that comically accent naked ankles .
We ’ re not always the ones who start trends because every winter , new things get on top of fashion drifts and the fashion world rarely takes into account the taste of ordinary buyers .
But still , there are timeless , comfortable clothes that we ’ re willing to wear several years in a row .
Plush coats made from artificial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ several seasons in a row .
However , today ’ s fashion experts say that this trend has started to lose its appeal .
After all , no one will feel much warmth in such a coat when the temperature is below zero — unless the coat happens to be made with good quality materials .
Stylists recommend replacing plush outerwear with a classic woolen coat .
In cold climates , a loose-fitting warm down jacket can become a good alternative to such a coat .
Tight-fitting boots with a high heel have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a long time .
They ’ re typically worn with skirts , dresses , and tight jeans .
Today , it ’ s loose boot types that are trendy — they don ’ t constrain movement and look nice in various combinations .
Moreover , wearing them is way more comfortable and they don ’ t cause the feet to grow tired so quickly .
Despite the fact that oversized clothing is still trendy , you ’ re better off throwing absolutely shapeless items overboard .
Such sweaters often look unflattering , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ even distort the ideal body shape .
When opting for knitwear , opt for oversized looks that don ’ t hang on you or fit the body too tightly .
Ultra short sweater dresses also made it onto the list of outdated trends .
Some time ago , they were worn with high boots .
Such a combination doesn ’ t suit all types of body shapes and can look bad if the person is carrying any extra weight .
This can be replaced with a knit suit that has become popular again @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of fur , which are most often artificially dyed , are also on the list of outdated trends .
A classic parka can be a good substitute for this .
However , such outerwear is better to be worn in the fall or spring in countries where these seasons aren ’ t so harsh .
It was not only short jackets but also short coats that used to be trendy .
Start saying no to such items and shift your attention to more modern silhouettes , such as long , loose-fitting coats , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fabric don ’ t suit many people — nor do they keep one warm in temperatures below zero .
Moreover , they distort facial proportions .
That ’ s why it ’ s better to opt for voluminous , thick hats .
8 .
Down jackets that are too big Today , we still can see many girls wearing massive down jackets .
However , times have changed , and the rule , “ the bigger , the better ” doesn ’ t work anymore .
Many celebrities have already said goodbye to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more practical models in terms of size and color .
Now it ’ s time for other fashionistas to do the same .
Long trousers that crease at the ankles aren ’ t pleasing to the eye and can spoil an overall look .
Some people believe that this helps legs look visually longer and slimmer .
However , that ’ s not true , and one had better opt for jeans and trousers of the right length .

Back in the day, girls could easily walk in cold weather wearing short jackets and low-rise jeans. However, today’s down jackets look more like big blankets that comically accent naked ankles. We’re not always the ones who start trends because every winter, new things get on top of fashion drifts and the fashion world rarely takes into account the taste of ordinary buyers. But still, there are timeless, comfortable clothes that we’re willing to wear several years in a row.
We at Bright Side decided to recall 10 winter trends that didn’t suit many people but flew off store shelves nonetheless.
1. Plush fur coats
Plush coats made from artificial fur were at the peak of popularity several seasons in a row. However, today’s fashion experts say that this trend has started to lose its appeal. After all, no one will feel much warmth in such a coat when the temperature is below zero — unless the coat happens to be made with good quality materials. Stylists recommend replacing plush outerwear with a classic woolen coat. In cold climates, a loose-fitting warm down jacket can become a good alternative to such a coat.
2. Tight knee-length boots
Tight-fitting boots with a high heel have been some of the most sought-after footwear for a long time. They’re typically worn with skirts, dresses, and tight jeans. Today, it’s loose boot types that are trendy — they don’t constrain movement and look nice in various combinations. Moreover, wearing them is way more comfortable and they don’t cause the feet to grow tired so quickly.
3. Shapeless clothes
Despite the fact that oversized clothing is still trendy, you’re better off throwing absolutely shapeless items overboard. Such sweaters often look unflattering, remind one of pajamas, and can even distort the ideal body shape. When opting for knitwear, opt for oversized looks that don’t hang on you or fit the body too tightly.
4. Sweater dresses with knee-length boots
Ultra short sweater dresses also made it onto the list of outdated trends. Some time ago, they were worn with high boots. Such a combination doesn’t suit all types of body shapes and can look bad if the person is carrying any extra weight. This can be replaced with a knit suit that has become popular again lately.
5. Parkas with fur
Parkas with a huge amount of fur, which are most often artificially dyed, are also on the list of outdated trends. A classic parka can be a good substitute for this. However, such outerwear is better to be worn in the fall or spring in countries where these seasons aren’t so harsh.
6. Short coats
It was not only short jackets but also short coats that used to be trendy. Start saying no to such items and shift your attention to more modern silhouettes, such as long, loose-fitting coats, for example.
7. Thin-fabric hats
Tight-fitting hats with thin fabric don’t suit many people — nor do they keep one warm in temperatures below zero. Moreover, they distort facial proportions. That’s why it’s better to opt for voluminous, thick hats.
8. Down jackets that are too big
Today, we still can see many girls wearing massive down jackets. However, times have changed, and the rule, “the bigger, the better” doesn’t work anymore. Many celebrities have already said goodbye to those giant jackets and replaced them with more practical models in terms of size and color. Now it’s time for other fashionistas to do the same.
9. “Creased” ankles
Long trousers that crease at the ankles aren’t pleasing to the eye and can spoil an overall look. Some people believe that this helps legs look visually longer and slimmer. However, that’s not true, and one had better opt for jeans and trousers of the right length.


brightside--2020-12-26--15+ Comics That Show the Entire Funny Truth About Motherhood and Family Life

They say family and kids mean happiness .
But only mothers truly know how energy-sucking raising kids can be , @ @ @ @ @ to watch everything and everyone at home .
As if all that wasn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ you and your partner shifts to a new stage after getting married .

They say family and kids mean happiness. But only mothers truly know how energy-sucking raising kids can be, and how difficult it is to watch everything and everyone at home. As if all that wasn’t enough, the relationship between you and your partner shifts to a new stage after getting married.


brightside--2020-12-26--18 Photos We Wanted to See Every Little Detail On

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Art is multifaceted .
It ’ s a mix of genres , forms , and meanings .
It ’ s attractive because we always want to see all the possible messages of the piece .
Creative people don ’ t always plan to create something amazing , it often just happens on its own .
“ My friend fell asleep after our prom and I snapped this pic because I thought she looked absolutely angelic.
” “ Casual Renaissance portrait of my dog on the couch ” “ My grandma asking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tea ” “ Photo of my friend ’ s glorious beard turned out to look much more timeless than anyone expected.
” “ A photograph I took of a mechanic taking a look at a broken-down car ” “ I shot this in Kathmandu a couple of years ago.
” “ Me and my horse , on a midsummer ’ s eve ” “ Photo of my duck , the whack exposure turned it into a Caravaggio painting.
” “ My first encounter with a bear .
It almost looks like a Renaissance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reenactment actor at a museum that looks just like a painting ” “ Neighbor ’ s cat looking through my bathroom window ”

Art is multifaceted. It’s a mix of genres, forms, and meanings. It’s attractive because we always want to see all the possible messages of the piece. Creative people don’t always plan to create something amazing, it often just happens on its own.
Bright Side has found proof that the line between paintings and photo art is really blurry. These pictures deserve to be in a museum or an exhibition.
“My friend fell asleep after our prom and I snapped this pic because I thought she looked absolutely angelic.”
“Casual Renaissance portrait of my dog on the couch”
“My grandma asking my sick sister if she wants some tea”
“Photo of my friend’s glorious beard turned out to look much more timeless than anyone expected.”
“A photograph I took of a mechanic taking a look at a broken-down car”
“I shot this in Kathmandu a couple of years ago.”
“The sad thing is that last time I was there I saw that this place had been completely destroyed by the 2015 earthquake, so it doesn’t exist anymore.”
“Me and my horse, on a midsummer’s eve”
“Photo of my duck, the whack exposure turned it into a Caravaggio painting.”
“Breakfast for one”
“My first encounter with a bear. It almost looks like a Renaissance portrait.”
“A photo of a reenactment actor at a museum that looks just like a painting”
“My (apparently startled) husband and I candidly shot at a wedding”
The coffee shop window
“My angelic friend picking flowers”
“Sunset from tonight in Denver”
“My fiancée staying hydrated at lunch”
“Me cuddling my dog during a thunderstorm”
“Neighbor’s cat looking through my bathroom window”


brightside--2020-12-26--14 People Who Know Firsthand That Bad Deeds Don’t Go Unpunished

I was on a job interview to work for a studio , and a girl was conducting the interview .
@ @ @ @ @ salary and I mentioned the number that was mentioned in the published vacancy .
She @ @ @ @ @ no , we ’ ll have to teach you everything !
” — and she @ @ @ @ @ .
I asked what I needed to be taught because I knew everything stated in @ @ @ @ @ ’ t answer and just repeated that they would pay me 2 times less .
@ @ @ @ @ after a couple of weeks , I was already working elsewhere .
5 years later @ @ @ @ @ the doorstep of my company to get a job .
After asking her a couple @ @ @ @ @ that she wasn ’ t a good fit for this job position , and repeated @ @ @ @ @ to me about the salary .
She left and almost broke the doors .
maseal @ @

I was on a job interview to work for a studio, and a girl was conducting the interview. I asked her about the salary and I mentioned the number that was mentioned in the published vacancy. She said, “Well, no, we’ll have to teach you everything!” — and she reduced the number to half. I asked what I needed to be taught because I knew everything stated in the vacancy. She didn’t answer and just repeated that they would pay me 2 times less. I said goodbye, and after a couple of weeks, I was already working elsewhere. 5 years later, this lady came to the doorstep of my company to get a job. After asking her a couple of questions, I realized that she wasn’t a good fit for this job position, and repeated that very phrase she said to me about the salary. She left and almost broke the doors. maseal / Pikabu


brightside--2020-12-26--19 Comics That Can Make Any Woman Laugh but Never Admit to Certain Behavior

All of us have little secrets .
Some of us like to take funny photos in the bathtub while others @ @ @ @ @ their pizza .
The Belgian artist , Bella Sriwantana , reflects such moments in her @ @ @ @ @ her Instagram .
Every woman can relate to the situations shown in the pictures while @ @ @ @ @ little confused .

All of us have little secrets. Some of us like to take funny photos in the bathtub while others like olives and pineapple on their pizza. The Belgian artist, Bella Sriwantana, reflects such moments in her comics that she shares on her Instagram. Every woman can relate to the situations shown in the pictures while guys may find themselves a little confused.


brightside--2020-12-26--20+ Unusual Creatures That Could Easily Become the Main Characters of a Fictional Story

Scientists find new species of animals and plants almost every day .
The world of flora and fauna is gradually @ @ @ @ @ us an opportunity to meet the most unusual residents of our planet .
Did you @ @ @ @ @ blue bee that exists in nature ?
Or that there is a dove that looks @ @ @ @ @ a Brazilian carnival ?
We bet you won ’ t be able to distinguish a @ @ @ @ @ autumn leaf .
We at Bride Side also didn ’ t know all this and @ @ @ @ @ decided to explore this topic more thoroughly .
All because , according to research , @ @ @ @ @ of live creatures have still not been studied and are waiting to be discovered .
@ @ @ @ @ breed got its name because of its resemblance to those Las Vegas performers .
5 @ @ @ @ @ a hydrozoa — one of its favorite dishes 12 .
The red-nosed lantern fly .
@ @ @ @ @ a straw that it uses to drink its favorite tree sap .

Scientists find new species of animals and plants almost every day. The world of flora and fauna is gradually opening its doors and giving us an opportunity to meet the most unusual residents of our planet. Did you know that there is a blue bee that exists in nature? Or that there is a dove that looks like it just returned from a Brazilian carnival? We bet you won’t be able to distinguish a ghost mantis from a fallen autumn leaf.
We at Bride Side also didn’t know all this and that’s why we decided to explore this topic more thoroughly. All because, according to research, more than 7 million species of live creatures have still not been studied and are waiting to be discovered.
1. The Blue angel. A sea slug that floats upside down, eats venomous creatures, and accumulates their toxins to use them against enemies.
2. The Showgirl chicken breed got its name because of its resemblance to those Las Vegas performers.
3. The pygmy seahorse hides in coral and rarely grows longer than 0.79 in.
4. The Madagascar leaf-tailed gecko. Scientists found this species only recently because its representatives skillfully disguise themselves as fallen leaves.
5. The Flabellinopsis iodinea eating a hydrozoa — one of its favorite dishes
6. The black and rufous elephant shrew uses its nose to dig insects out of the ground.
7. The Ghost mantis also imitates fallen leaves. It looks like a brown leaf during droughts and changes its color to green when the humidity increases.
8. The Flower crab spider. This cunning spider can change color to merge with a flower. In addition, it doesn’t spin cobwebs but ambushes its prey instead.
9. The Chestnut-bellied imperial pigeon. This bright bird lives mainly in New Guinea and feeds on fruits.
10. The Poison dart frog. When it comes to frogs, the brighter the species is, the more venomous it is.
11. The Titan Beetle is one of the largest beetles on Earth. The good thing is that insectophobes have nothing to fear: this insect lives only in the dense forests of the Amazon.
12. The red-nosed lantern fly. Its long nose works like a straw that it uses to drink its favorite tree sap.
13. The Cyclopes didactylus is a nocturnal animal and almost never comes down from the tree tops. It has no teeth, but it has a sticky tongue.
14. The Indian giant squirrel. Unlike ordinary squirrels, it stores its food stocks in caches at the tops of trees.
15. The African fat-tailed gecko. It spends most of its time hiding. It actually can be a very good pet (geckos are not aggressive and adjust to humans quite easily).
16. The carpenter bee. Unlike ordinary bees, blue bees live alone.
17. The Panamanian king vulture. This predator can float in the air for hours by just flapping its wings 2 or 3 times.
18. The ornate ghost pipefish. It’s hard to find this sophisticated creature and easy to lose it because it hides in coral reefs.
19. The Sumatran tussar moth. Despite its name, which comes from tussar silk, these moths don’t produce silk.
20. The treehopper. It closely cooperates with other insects: ants drink the sweet secretions treehoppers leave and they protect them from predators in return.
21. The Peruphasma schultei. It can only be found in the small territory of the Cordillera del Condor region, in Peru on an area of fewer than 5 hectares.
22. The armadillo girdled lizard. These mini dragons live in groups of 30-60 individuals.
23. The sea robin. When caught in a net by fishermen, it makes sounds that resemble the croaking of a frog.
24. The Gorgon Medusa Ophiuroidea. It can develop a decent speed but it’s not dangerous for humans — the Ophiuroids feed on plankton.
25. The Giant African land snail is considered to be one of the most harmful types of snails — Achatinas settled all over the world and are gradually replacing local mollusks.
26. The Malayan Horned Frog. This cutie grows up to 6.3 inches and spends long hours in ambush.
27. The Macrourus. It is sold without a head in fish markets in order to not scare clients.


brightside--2020-12-26--9 Little Details That Can Turn Your Apartment Into a Dream Home

In order to make living in an apartment more comfortable , some nuances should be planned at the renovation stage .
However , the good news is that many devices can be installed without causing big changes to your home .
For example , it ’ s easy to solve the issue of a huge amount of wires and extension cords scattered all around the home or minimize having your drain get clogged — there is even a way to get rid of the smell in the garbage can .
A garbage disposal is installed under the kitchen sink and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ through the drain .
When the receptacle gets filled with waste , you press a special button and the device will shred everything it has inside .
After that , the contents are washed out into the sewage with the help of strong water pressure .
The main function of the garbage disposal is to prevent clogs and utilize organic waste , which is usually thrown into a garbage bin and soon starts to smell bad .
You won ’ t need to take the garbage out every day .
The hygienic shower @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and apart from the obvious bidet-use advantage of not having to replace toilet paper , there is one more big plus — it ’ s much easier to clean the toilet with the help of this shower head .
You can also wash your shoes with it if you don ’ t want to do it in the bathtub or in the sink .
Even simply filling a bucket with water is much easier with this device .
What ’ s more , this shower is true salvation for the elderly .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into the bathtub every day and this shower allows them to carry out washing procedures every day .
3 .
Master switch at the entrance to the apartment Many hotels have a system of automatically switching off the electricity in the room : when the guest is leaving and takes out the room card from a special switch pocket , all the lights go out .
You can install the same magical button in your apartment as well that will de-energize all your devices .
You can make exceptions for some like the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s what a master switch is .
This button will be especially useful in situations when you are all dressed up and suddenly see that there is the light left on in some room .
This life hack is crucial for those who always worry about whether they switched off the iron when they go out .
4 .
Cutting board that can be placed over the sink You can build this kind of socket right into the table or into a kitchen counter .
The biggest advantage of this solution is that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because they will be taken out only when necessary .
Moreover , they don ’ t create visual noise .
You can place dim lights near the mirror and install a separate switch for them .
This the perfect solution for those who often use the bathroom at night — your eyes won ’ t be blinded by the bright light .
Another option to solve the issue is to install a dimmer that lets you control the brightness of the light .
However , this option is more expensive .
The more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the easier your life will be .
Even if you are not planning to use many home appliances , you might need them in the future .
If there is a scarcity of sockets , the room will be filled with extension cords , which in no way contributes to the beauty of the apartment .
For things like vacuum cleaners , you can install sockets right under the light switches because it ’ s unlikely that you will put a wardrobe or other furniture unit there and block the switch .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ always available as well .
These sockets become especially useful before the holidays .
Most curtain garland that is hung over the window usually has a short cord .
That ’ s why you have to use an extension cord that ends up hanging somewhere in the middle of the wall .
A socket installed near the window can solve this issue .
This solution might be helpful in the kitchen as well .
For example , when there is little space and you need a microwave or other electrical home appliance — @ @ @ @ @ @ @ window , you ’ ll be able to put those appliances on the window sill .

In order to make living in an apartment more comfortable, some nuances should be planned at the renovation stage. However, the good news is that many devices can be installed without causing big changes to your home. For example, it’s easy to solve the issue of a huge amount of wires and extension cords scattered all around the home or minimize having your drain get clogged — there is even a way to get rid of the smell in the garbage can.
Twitter has a popular thread about useful life hacks for the home. Based on this thread, the Bright Side editorial did a small review of life hacks that can help make your life easier.
1. Garbage disposal
A garbage disposal is installed under the kitchen sink and all the waste goes right into it through the drain. When the receptacle gets filled with waste, you press a special button and the device will shred everything it has inside. After that, the contents are washed out into the sewage with the help of strong water pressure. The main function of the garbage disposal is to prevent clogs and utilize organic waste, which is usually thrown into a garbage bin and soon starts to smell bad. You won’t need to take the garbage out every day.
2. Hygienic shower
The hygienic shower head has a plethora of uses, and apart from the obvious bidet-use advantage of not having to replace toilet paper, there is one more big plus — it’s much easier to clean the toilet with the help of this shower head. You can also wash your shoes with it if you don’t want to do it in the bathtub or in the sink. Even simply filling a bucket with water is much easier with this device. What’s more, this shower is true salvation for the elderly. It’s difficult for them to get into the bathtub every day and this shower allows them to carry out washing procedures every day.
3. Master switch at the entrance to the apartment
Many hotels have a system of automatically switching off the electricity in the room: when the guest is leaving and takes out the room card from a special switch pocket, all the lights go out. You can install the same magical button in your apartment as well that will de-energize all your devices. You can make exceptions for some like the fridge, for example. That’s what a master switch is. This button will be especially useful in situations when you are all dressed up and suddenly see that there is the light left on in some room. This life hack is crucial for those who always worry about whether they switched off the iron when they go out.
4. Cutting board that can be placed over the sink
The main advantages of this kind of cutting board are speeding up the cooking process (you wash and cut products in one place) and saving space (especially when your workspace is small).
5. Breather
A breather is a ventilation device with heating and air purification. It’s an irreplaceable unit when it comes to a house or apartment in a large polluted city. Its main goal is to supply fresh air from the outside. Unlike ACs, breathers work all year round.
6. Retractable sockets in the kitchen
You can build this kind of socket right into the table or into a kitchen counter. The biggest advantage of this solution is that the sockets won’t get dirty because they will be taken out only when necessary. Moreover, they don’t create visual noise.
7. Dim lights in the bathroom
You can place dim lights near the mirror and install a separate switch for them. This the perfect solution for those who often use the bathroom at night — your eyes won’t be blinded by the bright light. Another option to solve the issue is to install a dimmer that lets you control the brightness of the light. However, this option is more expensive.
8. Many electrical sockets
The more sockets there are in the apartment, the easier your life will be. Even if you are not planning to use many home appliances, you might need them in the future. If there is a scarcity of sockets, the room will be filled with extension cords, which in no way contributes to the beauty of the apartment. For things like vacuum cleaners, you can install sockets right under the light switches because it’s unlikely that you will put a wardrobe or other furniture unit there and block the switch. It also means that the socket will be always available as well.
9. Sockets near windows
These sockets become especially useful before the holidays. Most curtain garland that is hung over the window usually has a short cord. That’s why you have to use an extension cord that ends up hanging somewhere in the middle of the wall. A socket installed near the window can solve this issue. This solution might be helpful in the kitchen as well. For example, when there is little space and you need a microwave or other electrical home appliance — if there is a socket near the window, you’ll be able to put those appliances on the window sill.


brightside--2020-12-26--20 Objects That Came Back to Life After a Deep Cleaning

It ’ s hard to believe what a deep cleaning can do for things .
Objects that seem to have lost their beauty forever come back to life after just a few hours of hard work .
Floors , stairs , ceilings , walls , and all kinds of objects look brand new after using a little soap , water , and the secret ingredient : a little bit of hard work .
The satisfaction you feel when you ’ re done cleaning probably can ’ t be matched .
In fact , people feel so proud of their recently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a thread on Reddit dedicated solely to people posting pictures of their freshly cleaned objects .
The Bright Side team found such satisfaction in the before and after pictures of objects that were power washed that we felt the need to share the pics with you .
We ’ re sure that after looking at these pictures you ’ ll be scheduling your next spring cleaning ASAP , regardless of whether it ’ s spring or not !
2 .
“ Had my work cut out for me this morning !
” 4 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it looks as if it was freshly painted 5 .
New floor tiles or just clean old ones ?
6 .
“ Saved my deck from certain death ” 7 .
“ Please send someone to wash the other roof.
” 8 .
This step-by-step deep cleaning of a patio chair is so satisfying .
10 .
The concrete pedestal looks almost as if it had just been made .
11 .
“ Just bought a house and a power washer to go with it .
All the new neighbors were impressed with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A little ashamed to admit this is what my camper looked like after a year and a half of neglect.
” 17 .
“ Before and after of a fryer I cleaned ” 18 .
“ I ’ ll finish washing the fence tomorrow .
But until then ... ”

It’s hard to believe what a deep cleaning can do for things. Objects that seem to have lost their beauty forever come back to life after just a few hours of hard work. Floors, stairs, ceilings, walls, and all kinds of objects look brand new after using a little soap, water, and the secret ingredient: a little bit of hard work. The satisfaction you feel when you’re done cleaning probably can’t be matched. In fact, people feel so proud of their recently cleaned objects that there’s even a thread on Reddit dedicated solely to people posting pictures of their freshly cleaned objects.
The Bright Side team found such satisfaction in the before and after pictures of objects that were power washed that we felt the need to share the pics with you. We’re sure that after looking at these pictures you’ll be scheduling your next spring cleaning ASAP, regardless of whether it’s spring or not!
1. “Mid cleaning before/after with a surprisingly straight line”
2. “Had my work cut out for me this morning!”
3. “So fresh and so clean”
4. After cleaning the house facade, it looks as if it was freshly painted
5. New floor tiles or just clean old ones?
6. “Saved my deck from certain death”
7. “Please send someone to wash the other roof.”
8. This step-by-step deep cleaning of a patio chair is so satisfying.
9. “That was a big old job...”
10. The concrete pedestal looks almost as if it had just been made.
11. “Just bought a house and a power washer to go with it. All the new neighbors were impressed with the improvements!”
12. “Before/after of a tough job”
13. “Soft wash action”
14. “A little ashamed to admit this is what my camper looked like after a year and a half of neglect.”
15. “First time working with a power washer. Tough work, but super-rewarding.”
16. “Do people here like metal polish?”
17. “Before and after of a fryer I cleaned”
18. “I’ll finish washing the fence tomorrow. But until then...”
19. “I’m gonna need some sunglasses”
20. “Just power washed my hiking shoes.”