brightside--2020-04-26--What 20 People Who Voiced Our Favorite Characters Look Like

What 20 People Who Voiced Our Favorite Characters Look Like Dwayne “ The Rock ” Johnson believes that voice acting @ @ @ @ @ career , and while voicing Maui in Moana , he was constantly asking if he @ @ @ @ @ .
We can see his point : the actors stay behind the scenes , only @ @ @ @ @ characters .
It ’ s their only instrument to transmit the right emotions and make @ @ @ @ @ .
We all know their voices , but we have no idea who they are @ @ @ @ @ , we got curious and wanted to find out who the people behind our favorite @ @ @ @ @ are the results !
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Hiccup from How to Train Your Dragon — Jay @ @ @ @ @ The Princess and the Frog — Anika Noni Rose If you could voice any animated @ @ @ @ @ pick ?
Let us know in the comments below , we ’ re excited to @ @ @ @

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson believes that voice acting is the most difficult acting career, and while voicing Maui in Moana, he was constantly asking if he was giving a good performance. We can see his point: the actors stay behind the scenes, only granting their voice to animated characters. It’s their only instrument to transmit the right emotions and make the characters come to life.
We all know their voices, but we have no idea who they are. Here at Bright Side, we got curious and wanted to find out who the people behind our favorite characters were. And here are the results!
1. Mavis from Hotel Transylvania — Selena Gomez
Interestingly, it was Miley Cyrus who initially was supposed to voice Mavis, but in the end, Selena Gomez got the role.
2. Barley from Onward — Chris Pratt
3. Rapunzel from Tangled — Mandy Moore
It turns out that Mandy Moore only met Zachary Levi, who voiced Eugene, when they had to record their duet song. She never met Donna Murphy who voiced Mother Gother, her character’s mother.
4. Vanellope from Wreck-It Ralph — Sarah Silverman
The character of Vanellope was inspired by Sarah Silverman’s memoir, The Bedwetter: Stories of Courage, Redemption and Pee, and because of that, the director cast her as the character.
5. Hiccup from How to Train Your Dragon — Jay Baruchel
6. Lilo from Lilo & Stitch — Daveigh Chase
7. Riley from Inside Out — Kaitlyn Dias
At first, Kaitlyn Dias was just a scratch voice for Riley, which means her voice was used for the development stage and the character would later be recast for the final movie. However, the producers liked her so much, they kept her as the actual voice of Riley.
8. Tiana from The Princess and the Frog — Anika Noni Rose
Anika Noni Rose was 37 years old when she voiced Tiana who’s 19 years old.
9. Mulan from Mulan — Ming-Na Wen
Mulan’s songs are performed by a different actress, Lea Salonga. She auditioned for the actual voice as well, but it was decided her voice wasn’t deep enough, so the speaking part went to Ming-Na Wen.
10. Moana from Moana — Auli’i Cravalho
The role of Moana was Auli’i Cravalho’s acting debut. She landed the role as a result of Disney’s global casting.
She met her co-star, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson who voiced Maui for the first time on a photoshoot after all the voice work was finished.
11. Judy from Zootopia — Ginnifer Goodwin
12. Nick from Zootopia — Jason Bateman
13. Merida from Brave — Kelly Macdonald
Kelly Macdonald got the role after Reese Witherspoon declined it due to scheduling conflicts.
14. Miguel from Coco — Anthony Gonzalez
Originally, Miguel only had to play guitar, not sing. But when the director found out that Anthony Gonzalez was a great singer, he decided to use this talent in the movie and Miguel got to sing.
15. Baymax from Big Hero 6 — Scott Adsit
16. Remy from Ratatouille — Patton Oswalt
Patton Oswalt was cast after Brad Bird heard his stand-up routine about the menu at the Black Angus Steakhouse.
17. Gru from Despicable Me — Steve Carell
Movie producers only wanted comedic improvisational actors in the cast, and Steve Carell was one of them. The actors were also filmed while reading their parts and some of their movements and facial expressions were animated.
18. Violet from The Incredibles — Sarah Vowell
Writer and director of the movie, Brad Bird, heard Sarah Vowell on Public Radio International and felt her voice was perfect for Violet. He even had to convince her to take on the role.
19. Anna from Frozen — Kristen Bell
In this movie, Kristen Bell fulfilled her childhood dream to voice an animated character. She wished for it after she watched The Little Mermaid and Aladdin when she was little and even recorded them. By the way, these tracks helped her land the role of Anna.
20. Elsa from Frozen — Idina Menzel
Idina Menzel auditioned for the role of Rapunzel on Tangled. She didn’t get the part that time, but a casting director recorded her audition and she got the role of Elsa 2 years later.


brightside--2020-04-26--20+ Thoughts That Suddenly Hit People While Showering, Driving, or Trying to Fall Asleep

You might think that a eureka moment only happens once in a lifetime .
However , a lot of interesting @ @ @ @ @ head when you least expect it .
For example , you may realize you ’ @ @ @ @ @ the same fridge as you , or that our pets might think we ’ re @ @ @ @ @ our clothing changes every day .

You might think that a eureka moment only happens once in a lifetime. However, many interesting thoughts can pop into your head when you least expect them. From funny to mind-blowing shower thoughts, there is no limit to the depths of the human imagination. For example, once a guy posted a deep shower thought every day for a year, some of which were just priceless.
1. One of the crazy shower thoughts.
2. The most random shower thoughts.
3. Important shower thought questions.
4. Indeed deep shower thoughts.
5. One of the best mind-blowing shower thoughts.
6. Sometimes it’s all about funny shower thoughts.
7. Another funny shower thought, but so true.
8. One of the best shower thoughts ever.
9. Shower thought that won’t let you sleep at night.
10. This shower thought found a glitch in the matrix.
11. Funny shower thoughts your inner child has.
12. Relatable shower thought.
13. One of the most random shower thoughts.
14. Indeed a mind-blowing shower thought.
15. What a random shower thought.
16. It’s a funny shower thought, but it’s still a mind-blowing one.
17. Has Eminem ever had mind-blowing shower thoughts?
18. This is probably one of our pet’s shower thoughts.
19. Another very random shower thought.
20. Such a crazy shower thought.
21. Some people have the craziest shower thoughts.
22. It’s the funniest shower thought.


brightside--2020-04-26--14 Tweets That Will Bring You Straight Back to Your Childhood Adventures

When you ’ re a kid , everything is a mystery ready to be solved .
Games are the focus @ @ @ @ @ makes everything so much more fun .
We ’ re still not “ grown-ups ” @ @ @ @ @ the important decisions , meaning that we ’ re not conscious about the consequences of @ @ @ @ @ is exactly what gave our parents the chills .

When you’re a kid, everything is a mystery ready to be solved. Games are the focus of the day and imagination makes everything so much more fun. We’re still not “grown-ups” who have to make all the important decisions, meaning that we’re not conscious about the consequences of our actions, and that is exactly what gave our parents the chills.


brightside--2020-04-27--13 Comparisons Between the First and Last Episodes of Popular TV Shows

13 Comparisons Between the First and Last Episodes of Popular TV Shows When you watch a show for a long time , it ’ s sometimes difficult to notice the changes that the main characters go through because you ’ ve been looking at them on a television screen for years .
Without a doubt , it ’ s shocking to compare their before and after pictures , but it allows us to see how different the actors look — like the cast of Friends , for example , who went through dramatic physical changes over the course of 10 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ September 24 , 2007 , and ended on May 16 , 2019 .
It was on the air for a total of 12 seasons .
The decision to cancel the series was made after Jim Parsons ( Sheldon Cooper ) announced he didn ’ t want to work on the project anymore .
To continue without him wouldn ’ t have made much sense .
The comedy received 55 Emmy Award nominations .
Sheldon didn ’ t age a bit !
The show began on March 27 , 2005 , and is still @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
As of today , the production has only 3 of the original main characters ( who have worked on the show from day one ) , having lost the fourth one this last season .
Ellen Pompeo ( Meredith Gray ) , Chandra Wilson ( Miranda Bailey ) , and James Pickens Jr. ( Richard Webber ) are the characters that we ’ ve been able to follow throughout the series ’ 16 seasons , while Justin Chambers ( Alex Karev ) announced that he won ’ t renew his contract , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pain to many fans .
Blair , Chuck , Dan , and Serena marked the teenage years for many viewers with Gossip Girl .
The series aired for 6 seasons , starting in 2007 and ending in December 2012 .
It received multiple nominations for different awards and won a 2018 Teen Choice Award .
Fans are looking forward to the reboot which will be released in 2020 as a new season but will portray other characters .
Two and a Half Men was on for 12 seasons after first airing in September @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arose when the production team replaced Charlie Sheen ( Charlie Harper ) — who “ died ” on screen — with Ashton Kutcher ( Walden Schmidt ) .
The most outstanding transformation of all the actors in the show has to be that of Angus T. Jones ( Jake Harper ) .
When the show started , he was only 9 years old , and although he later decided to quit the series , he made a special appearance in the last episode .
The fifteenth and final season of the dark fantasy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ initially thought that the show would last 5 seasons , but following its enormous success after its premiere in September 2005 , they decided to extend it .
Sadly , it has already been announced that this will certainly be the last season .
Some people compare this comedy to Friends , although it would be a modern version .
Instead of drinking coffee , the friends spend their free time at a bar and have newer communication devices .
Production started in 2005 and ended in 2014 after a total of 9 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1998 and lasted until 2006 .
However , in 2018 , producers started filming the ninth season .
Here , 20 years after its first episode , you can see how the actors have changed !
The show is still on and is in its third season since its return to the screen , making it the show ’ s eleventh since 1998 .
The show premiered on October 5 , 2000 , and lasted a total of 7 seasons , in which viewers watched Alexis Bledel ( Rory Gilmore ) grow up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years later , Netflix decided to produce a miniseries sequel , Gilmore Girls : A Year in the Life .
It included four episodes with the names of each season , each an hour and a half long .
We won ’ t share any spoilers , but let ’ s just say that it had an open ending .
Therefore , we wouldn ’ t be surprised if the Gilmore Girls reappeared on screen in a few years .

When you watch a show for a long time, it’s sometimes difficult to notice the changes that the main characters go through because you’ve been looking at them on a television screen for years. Without a doubt, it’s shocking to compare their before and after pictures, but it allows us to see how different the actors look — like the cast of Friends, for example, who went through dramatic physical changes over the course of 10 years.
Bright Side wants to share some pictures of the first and last episodes of some of the most famous, longest-running series of all time.
1. The Big Bang Theory
The show was released on September 24, 2007, and ended on May 16, 2019. It was on the air for a total of 12 seasons. The decision to cancel the series was made after Jim Parsons (Sheldon Cooper) announced he didn’t want to work on the project anymore. To continue without him wouldn’t have made much sense. The comedy received 55 Emmy Award nominations. Sheldon didn’t age a bit!
2. Friends
One of the most beloved comedies of all time, Friends, first aired on September 22, 1994, and ended on May 6, 2004, after its tenth season. Joey, Phoebe, Monica, Chandler, Ross, and Rachel found a place in thousands of viewers’ hearts.
3. That ’70s Show
The TV comedy premiered on August 23, 1998, and was broadcast until May 18, 2006, airing a total of 8 seasons. It’s remembered for introducing us to actors who would later become great Hollywood stars, like Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis.
4. Grey’s Anatomy
The show began on March 27, 2005, and is still running. The sixteenth season recently premiered. As of today, the production has only 3 of the original main characters (who have worked on the show from day one), having lost the fourth one this last season. Ellen Pompeo (Meredith Gray), Chandra Wilson (Miranda Bailey), and James Pickens Jr. (Richard Webber) are the characters that we’ve been able to follow throughout the series’ 16 seasons, while Justin Chambers (Alex Karev) announced that he won’t renew his contract, a decision that caused a lot of pain to many fans.
5. Criminal Minds
The series ended in February 2020, after a total of 15 seasons. The show had to replace one of its main actors, Thomas Gibson, who after portraying controversial behavior while filming 3 episodes, was fired by CBS and ABC Studios.
6. Gossip Girl
Blair, Chuck, Dan, and Serena marked the teenage years for many viewers with Gossip Girl. The series aired for 6 seasons, starting in 2007 and ending in December 2012. It received multiple nominations for different awards and won a 2018 Teen Choice Award. Fans are looking forward to the reboot which will be released in 2020 as a new season but will portray other characters.
7. Two and a Half Men
Two and a Half Men was on for 12 seasons after first airing in September 2003. The series’ biggest controversy arose when the production team replaced Charlie Sheen (Charlie Harper) — who “died” on screen — with Ashton Kutcher (Walden Schmidt). The most outstanding transformation of all the actors in the show has to be that of Angus T. Jones (Jake Harper). When the show started, he was only 9 years old, and although he later decided to quit the series, he made a special appearance in the last episode.
8. Bones
This iconic police drama ended after 12 seasons. It premiered in 2005 and finished in 2017.
9. Modern Family
This comedy first aired in September 2009 and is currently running its eleventh and final season as of 2020.
10. Supernatural
The fifteenth and final season of the dark fantasy series is still in development. Producers initially thought that the show would last 5 seasons, but following its enormous success after its premiere in September 2005, they decided to extend it. Sadly, it has already been announced that this will certainly be the last season.
11. How I Met Your Mother
Some people compare this comedy to Friends, although it would be a modern version. Instead of drinking coffee, the friends spend their free time at a bar and have newer communication devices. Production started in 2005 and ended in 2014 after a total of 9 seasons.
12. Will & Grace
The show first aired in 1998 and lasted until 2006. However, in 2018, producers started filming the ninth season. Here, 20 years after its first episode, you can see how the actors have changed! The show is still on and is in its third season since its return to the screen, making it the show’s eleventh since 1998.
13. Gilmore Girls
The show premiered on October 5, 2000, and lasted a total of 7 seasons, in which viewers watched Alexis Bledel (Rory Gilmore) grow up. The funny thing is that 9 years later, Netflix decided to produce a miniseries sequel, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. It included four episodes with the names of each season, each an hour and a half long. We won’t share any spoilers, but let’s just say that it had an open ending. Therefore, we wouldn’t be surprised if the Gilmore Girls reappeared on screen in a few years.


brightside--2020-04-27--18 Movie Clichés Proving That Scriptwriters Know Very Little About Real Life

18 Movie Clichés Proving That Scriptwriters Know Very Little About Real Life We don ’ t want to see super-realism in every movie , but sometimes the things that scriptwriters do are beyond acceptable .
We just hope that when people see these scenes in movies , they don ’ t think that they are realistic and they don ’ t want to try and do the same thing in real life .
It seems that not all movie creators even know what the purpose of armor is .
Because it is very unlikely that in reality , armor was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ women more attractive .
Not only does this armor not protect the vital organs , but it also limits a person ’ s movement .
Stereotypically unpopular girls in movies are usually unattractive because they are wearing boring clothes , but have great potential .
Once they change their clothes , they start looking like goddesses and the men around them forget how to breathe .
And they instantly change their behavior : from insecure girls , they turn into super-confident extroverts .
Unfortunately , in real life , way more work is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
3 .
Yelling “ Taxi !
” to get one Seriously , have you ever seen anyone do this in real life ?
If you start yelling on the street , people will think you are crazy .
We understand that movies show these scenes to demonstrate the impulsiveness of the characters , but it ’ s time to make up something new .
If you take the effects of tranq darts in movies seriously , then we don ’ t need anesthesiologists at all because anyone can be put to sleep @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is really difficult to calculate the right dose for every person and this weapon is very rarely used in the military or by the police .
And animals can still run for 30-45 seconds after being shot , so the darts are also useless as an extreme measure .
Everything that has to do with the topic of labor looks unrealistic in movies .
A mother feels okay for 9 months and then one hour before the birth , she has contractions .
In reality , things are very different .
And when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are very clean and 2 times bigger than they really are .
In reality , however , they are sticky and labor probably lasts for a little longer than an hour .
Characters are beaten , cut , shot , and then they run away from the hospital after pulling out all the tubes and catheters .
And even if the character encounters enemies , they won ’ t stand a chance .
After a week-long coma , the hero will defeat anyone .
But in reality , this person wouldn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ often say this when they could actually explain something .
More than that , we almost never use this phrase in real life .
It is much better to explain the essence of the problem before you make someone do something or make them trust you .
“ They ’ re chasing me ” or “ It ’ ll help us ” would give them at least a little bit of understanding .
A huge problem for anyone who uses computers is how they are depicted in movies .
These things make strange @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the software interface looks as if it was designed by a 3-year-old .
In NCIS , the scriptwriters went even further : aside from all the things we ’ ve mentioned , 2 characters can also type on the same keyboard .
Also , 15 seconds of typing is often more than enough for hackers to take control of any device , any place in the world .
Of course , actors learn their lines very well and they train their pronunciation .
But it doesn ’ t always look realistic , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can speak like this .
You might say something weird , forget a name , need 3 tries to pronounce something — this is the trouble characters would run into if their lines weren ’ t written for them .
10 .
Scientists that know everything If a character is wearing a white coat or if they own a lab , they are definitely great in any field of science .
Building a robot using junk , transplanting one or 2 organs , hacking the FBI security systems — these are just a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of .
Unfortunately , in real life , it takes decades to acquire such outstanding skills , even in a single field .
Movie creators want their films to be spectacular , which is why these scenes look like dances .
They are fun to watch , but when someone is really fighting for their life with a sword , it doesn ’ t look as cool .
It is more like an attempt to cut or stab the enemy by any means possible .
12 .
Perfect hair and teeth in movies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , in these situations , there is no way to keep your teeth healthy or clean .
Even today , every other person has dental problems , and in the past , it was a problem for everyone .
The same goes for perfect hair and beards .
In real life , alcohol is only applied to the skin , for example , before an injection .
Putting it on an open wound is only okay if you want to make things worse .
The same goes for burning .
Maybe , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also ruin the skin around it , which will lead to even more serious trouble .
If characters in a teenage movie need to talk , they will definitely do it near school lockers .
And they are always sacred places where they keep very personal things , photos , and stuff like that .
It is time to make up something new because , in reality , very few people actually use lockers , they mostly carry their stuff in backpacks .
15 .
Turning on the shower while you ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ know what the houses of scriptwriters look like , but if they tried to do this in a regular shower , they would run out screaming .
Sometimes , it feels like there are only 2 sources of water : one of them is connected to the Arctic Ocean and the other one brings the water straight from a volcano .
16 .
Not agreeing on the time and place for a meeting 17 .
“ Let me show you ” instead of “ I ’ ll explain ” It seems that some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at all , otherwise , why do they do certain things this way ?
Sometimes , after they get out of a car , they say , “ What are we doing here ?
” As if they didn ’ t have the whole ride to discuss where they were going and why .
Or , one of them wants to know the details and the other one says , “ I ’ ll show you.
” After that , they may spend hours getting to the place and then say , “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” like they couldn ’ t have just pointed at a map or explained it .

We don’t want to see super-realism in every movie, but sometimes the things that scriptwriters do are beyond acceptable. We just hope that when people see these scenes in movies, they don’t think that they are realistic and they don’t want to try and do the same thing in real life.
We at Bright Side are very careful when watching movies and we never miss the things in movies that are just too unrealistic.
1. Armor
It seems that not all movie creators even know what the purpose of armor is. Because it is very unlikely that in reality, armor was worn to make men more threatening and women more attractive. Not only does this armor not protect the vital organs, but it also limits a person’s movement.
2. Amazing transformations
Stereotypically unpopular girls in movies are usually unattractive because they are wearing boring clothes, but have great potential. Once they change their clothes, they start looking like goddesses and the men around them forget how to breathe. And they instantly change their behavior: from insecure girls, they turn into super-confident extroverts. Unfortunately, in real life, way more work is needed for such drastic changes to happen.
3. Yelling “Taxi!” to get one
Seriously, have you ever seen anyone do this in real life? If you start yelling on the street, people will think you are crazy. We understand that movies show these scenes to demonstrate the impulsiveness of the characters, but it’s time to make up something new.
4. Tranq darts
If you take the effects of tranq darts in movies seriously, then we don’t need anesthesiologists at all because anyone can be put to sleep with darts. In reality, it is really difficult to calculate the right dose for every person and this weapon is very rarely used in the military or by the police. And animals can still run for 30-45 seconds after being shot, so the darts are also useless as an extreme measure.
5. Labor
Everything that has to do with the topic of labor looks unrealistic in movies. A mother feels okay for 9 months and then one hour before the birth, she has contractions. In reality, things are very different. And when babies are born in movies, they are very clean and 2 times bigger than they really are. In reality, however, they are sticky and labor probably lasts for a little longer than an hour.
6. Wounds and comas
Characters are beaten, cut, shot, and then they run away from the hospital after pulling out all the tubes and catheters. And even if the character encounters enemies, they won’t stand a chance. After a week-long coma, the hero will defeat anyone. But in reality, this person wouldn’t even be able to walk.
7. “No time to explain”
Characters often say this when they could actually explain something. More than that, we almost never use this phrase in real life. It is much better to explain the essence of the problem before you make someone do something or make them trust you. “They’re chasing me” or “It’ll help us” would give them at least a little bit of understanding.
8. Computers
A huge problem for anyone who uses computers is how they are depicted in movies. These things make strange noises, the buttons are too loud, the software interface looks as if it was designed by a 3-year-old. In NCIS, the scriptwriters went even further: aside from all the things we’ve mentioned, 2 characters can also type on the same keyboard. Also, 15 seconds of typing is often more than enough for hackers to take control of any device, any place in the world.
9. Conversations without pauses and filler words
Of course, actors learn their lines very well and they train their pronunciation. But it doesn’t always look realistic, because very few people in real life can speak like this. You might say something weird, forget a name, need 3 tries to pronounce something — this is the trouble characters would run into if their lines weren’t written for them.
10. Scientists that know everything
If a character is wearing a white coat or if they own a lab, they are definitely great in any field of science. Building a robot using junk, transplanting one or 2 organs, hacking the FBI security systems — these are just a few things that these characters are capable of. Unfortunately, in real life, it takes decades to acquire such outstanding skills, even in a single field.
11. Sword fights
Movie creators want their films to be spectacular, which is why these scenes look like dances. They are fun to watch, but when someone is really fighting for their life with a sword, it doesn’t look as cool. It is more like an attempt to cut or stab the enemy by any means possible.
12. Perfect hair and teeth in movies about ancient people or war films
Obviously, in these situations, there is no way to keep your teeth healthy or clean. Even today, every other person has dental problems, and in the past, it was a problem for everyone. The same goes for perfect hair and beards.
13. Treating wounds with alcohol or burning
In real life, alcohol is only applied to the skin, for example, before an injection. Putting it on an open wound is only okay if you want to make things worse. The same goes for burning. Maybe, you will stop the bleeding but you will also ruin the skin around it, which will lead to even more serious trouble.
14. School lockers
If characters in a teenage movie need to talk, they will definitely do it near school lockers. And they are always sacred places where they keep very personal things, photos, and stuff like that. It is time to make up something new because, in reality, very few people actually use lockers, they mostly carry their stuff in backpacks.
15. Turning on the shower while you’re standing in it
We don’t know what the houses of scriptwriters look like, but if they tried to do this in a regular shower, they would run out screaming. Sometimes, it feels like there are only 2 sources of water: one of them is connected to the Arctic Ocean and the other one brings the water straight from a volcano.
16. Not agreeing on the time and place for a meeting
Most dates in movies are either arranged off-screen or the characters are psychics. Very often, they say something like, “I’ll pick you up,” or “See you there.” And they never even discuss where they are going or at what time.
17. “Let me show you” instead of “I’ll explain”
It seems that some characters don’t value their time at all, otherwise, why do they do certain things this way? Sometimes, after they get out of a car, they say, “What are we doing here?” As if they didn’t have the whole ride to discuss where they were going and why. Or, one of them wants to know the details and the other one says, “I’ll show you.” After that, they may spend hours getting to the place and then say, “This is where it all started,” like they couldn’t have just pointed at a map or explained it.


brightside--2020-04-27--15+ People Whose Little Experiment With Their Look Really Paid Off

15+ People Whose Little Experiment With Their Look Really Paid Off Women do all sorts of things to make their eyelashes perfect : they put on mascara , dye them , curl them , use faux lashes , laminate them .
But why not ?
Once , you make them just a bit longer and thicker , your entire look completely changes .
“ Decided to bite the bullet and get eyelash extensions !
I was afraid I ’ d look like Lamb Chop , but she did a great job.
” “ Eyelash extensions .
The local place had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been curious .
Amazing results !
” The right photo is after getting eyelash extensions .
“ Before and after lash lift and color .
I do it every 5-6 weeks and I don ’ t need mascara or any other everyday makeup.
” “ My blonde eyelashes with and without makeup ” “ I used to think curling your eyelashes was a waste of time and then I started using waterproof mascara.
” “ It ’ s so unreal what some good extensions can do.
” Before and after .
She said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Let me change your mind !
” “ The result of me using an eyelash serum ” The right photo is with eyelash extensions and mascara .
“ Blonde eyebrows and eyelashes .
Before and after .
I tend to take these sorts of photos a lot , just because the contrast is hilarious !
” “ I got eyelash extensions .
I look a little grumpy because I got up at 7 AM to get this done .
Totally worth it !
” “ I got eyelash extensions , but they were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them a little bit .
”

Women do all sorts of things to make their eyelashes perfect: they put on mascara, dye them, curl them, use faux lashes, laminate them. But why not? Once, you make them just a bit longer and thicker, your entire look completely changes.
Bright Side was inspired by these women who tried a lot of things on their eyelashes to change their look. You can find even more things that can change a person’s look completely in the article’s bonus section.
“Decided to bite the bullet and get eyelash extensions! I was afraid I’d look like Lamb Chop, but she did a great job.”
The power of eyelashes!
“Eyelash extensions. The local place had a good deal and I’ve been curious. Amazing results!”
“Before and after lash lift and color. I do it every 5-6 weeks and I don’t need mascara or any other everyday makeup.”
“My blonde eyelashes with and without makeup”
“I used to think curling your eyelashes was a waste of time and then I started using waterproof mascara.”
Before and after. She said no lashes. I said, “Let me change your mind!”
“The result of me using an eyelash serum”
The right photo is with eyelash extensions and mascara.
“Blonde eyebrows and eyelashes. Before and after. I tend to take these sorts of photos a lot, just because the contrast is hilarious!”
“I got eyelash extensions. I look a little grumpy because I got up at 7 AM to get this done. Totally worth it!”
“I got eyelash extensions, but they were so long that I had to cut them a little bit.”
Bonus: Lashes aren’t the only thing that can change your look.
“Before and after some self improvement: lost fat, mewing, beard growth, hair bleaching, hair growth, fixed eyebrows, good sleep, healthy food, exercise, and acne treatment”
“Finally got bangs. Should’ve done it a long time ago!”


brightside--2020-04-27--13 Things That Belong in a Junkyard, Not in Your Home

13 Things That Belong in a Junkyard , Not in Your Home Throughout our lives , we acquire a huge number of things , and some , if not most , inevitably become irrelevant and useless , turning into piles of junk that lie around the house .
Sometimes it ’ s useful to check what you have and get rid of the stuff you don ’ t need in order to make more room in your place .
Decluttering helps to turn your space into a cozy home .
Keeping track of your expenses is a very good habit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not the best way to do it .
Receipts fade quite fast because the sunlight destroys the ink faster than it destroys vampires .
However , you can also use digital receipts .
In fact , in a time where we almost don ’ t use cash at all and all the bank applications keep records of your expenses , you don ’ t need to keep receipts around .
And if you ’ re making a big purchase using cash , take a photo of the receipt .
The photo won ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ show it at a store in case you need to return something .
You ’ ve probably lost 1 earring from a pair before .
What are you supposed to do with the other one ?
You can ’ t wear it unless you ’ re going to a pirate party .
You can ’ t even sell it .
And you can ’ t get rid of it by giving it to a pawnshop unless it ’ s made of a precious metal .
There are many reasons why people can ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ For example , an earring may serve as a memory of someone or could have been given to you by someone you love .
In this case , you can find a specialist that can melt it and make it into something new .
3 .
Things that have become obsolete Technology has progressed quite a bit in the past 20-30 years — VHS tapes , floppy disks , CDs , and DVDs are all in the past now .
Yes , these have become somewhat of a collection , and they ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But think about it : they ’ re just sitting on your shelves collecting dust .
How often do you watch your VHS tapes ?
The answer ’ s probably never .
Instead , you go to a streaming service and watch your film in 4k .
Also , the magnetic tape often gets destroyed and can ’ t be used .
So if you have something important on that tape , like your wedding or your son ’ s first steps , make sure you make the recording digital in order @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bed after a hard working day is one of the most enjoyable things you can do in life .
And if you have beautiful bed linens , it ’ s even better .
But if you have the same sheets you bought in the 2000s , maybe it ’ s time to get rid of them and treat yourself to some new ones .
All the magnets your colleagues gave you , a weird-looking vase someone gave you for your birthday , a perfume that makes you cough — these things don ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feel guilty when we think about throwing them away since they were gifts , after all .
If you can ’ t just throw them away , try a different solution .
Sell them or give them away .
If you can ’ t find new owners , throw them away without regretting it .
You can ’ t play chess , checkers , or Monopoly if some pieces are missing .
If you lose a dice , a card , or a chess piece , the entire set becomes useless .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your cat won ’ t turn into something beautiful .
Games are meant to be played , not to be kept , so throw away the sets that are missing something .
Yes , even that Lego set you loved but lost several of its pieces under the couch .
Let ’ s say you wanted to learn to embroider and bought all the necessary materials and prepared to create a masterpiece .
But in a couple of days , you realized it wasn ’ t your thing : your fingers grew tired @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and it didn ’ t calm you down— it actually annoyed you .
You put all the stuff aside and see it only when you do the cleaning .
Admit it : you ’ re not going to try this again .
You can give this stuff to a person who really does this or sell it to someone .
The stuff that ’ s useless to you might be useful to someone else .
And don ’ t worry , you ’ ll eventually find a hobby you love !
Even people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years love beautiful notebooks .
They come into stores and spend hours looking at all the bright covers adorned with cats .
And then they ’ ll say something like , “ This one ’ s for my plans , this is for my sketches , and this is for my diet.
” Yes , we might write something down for the first couple of days and then we put them onto the pile of other notebooks that were bought with the same good intentions years ago but haven ’ t been used @ @ @ @ @ @ @ practically empty .
You can recycle all these notebooks or at least throw them away .
Hangers made of thick wires are very impractical .
First of all , they can become traps for your clothes , catching on hanging threads and tearing them .
Secondly , the clothes might become deformed if they hang on a thin hanger for a long time .
The right hanger has to imitate our shoulders to make sure the clothes won ’ t change shape .
The best and the most long-lasting option is hangers made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all those wire hangers !
Many things happen to flowers at home .
You may change the pots or the flowers in them could die for some reason .
You have empty flower pots that keep piling up on the balcony or in a cupboard .
You might think you ’ re going to plant something one day but you never really get to it .
If it ’ s been years since you used your flower pots , throw them away and don ’ t give it a second thought .
When @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ll buy a new pot specifically for it instead of keeping old ones for decades , hoping you ’ ll need them .

Throughout our lives, we acquire a huge number of things, and some, if not most, inevitably become irrelevant and useless, turning into piles of junk that lie around the house. Sometimes it’s useful to check what you have and get rid of the stuff you don’t need in order to make more room in your place. Decluttering helps to turn your space into a cozy home.
You could say that you don’t have any junk at home, like old furniture or plates. But Bright Side is going to tell you about some things you probably didn’t even think were junk.
1. Receipts
Keeping track of your expenses is a very good habit. But keeping piles of receipts is not the best way to do it. Receipts fade quite fast because the sunlight destroys the ink faster than it destroys vampires. However, you can also use digital receipts. In fact, in a time where we almost don’t use cash at all and all the bank applications keep records of your expenses, you don’t need to keep receipts around. And if you’re making a big purchase using cash, take a photo of the receipt. The photo won’t go anywhere and you can easily show it at a store in case you need to return something.
2. Earrings without a mate
You’ve probably lost 1 earring from a pair before. What are you supposed to do with the other one? You can’t wear it unless you’re going to a pirate party. You can’t even sell it. And you can’t get rid of it by giving it to a pawnshop unless it’s made of a precious metal. There are many reasons why people can’t get rid of old jewelry. For example, an earring may serve as a memory of someone or could have been given to you by someone you love. In this case, you can find a specialist that can melt it and make it into something new.
3. Things that have become obsolete
Technology has progressed quite a bit in the past 20-30 years — VHS tapes, floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs are all in the past now. Yes, these have become somewhat of a collection, and they’re not easy to get rid of. But think about it: they’re just sitting on your shelves collecting dust. How often do you watch your VHS tapes? The answer’s probably never. Instead, you go to a streaming service and watch your film in 4k. Also, the magnetic tape often gets destroyed and can’t be used. So if you have something important on that tape, like your wedding or your son’s first steps, make sure you make the recording digital in order not to lose it.
4. Bed linens that look bad
Going to bed after a hard working day is one of the most enjoyable things you can do in life. And if you have beautiful bed linens, it’s even better. But if you have the same sheets you bought in the 2000s, maybe it’s time to get rid of them and treat yourself to some new ones.
Also, consider the option of recycling your old linens. Big stores often take old textiles for recycling. Try to find out if there are such places in your town.
5. Gifts you don’t need
All the magnets your colleagues gave you, a weird-looking vase someone gave you for your birthday, a perfume that makes you cough — these things don’t make us happy. But we feel guilty when we think about throwing them away since they were gifts, after all. If you can’t just throw them away, try a different solution. Sell them or give them away. If you can’t find new owners, throw them away without regretting it.
6. Board games and puzzles with missing pieces
You can’t play chess, checkers, or Monopoly if some pieces are missing. If you lose a dice, a card, or a chess piece, the entire set becomes useless. The puzzles where some pieces were stolen by your cat won’t turn into something beautiful. Games are meant to be played, not to be kept, so throw away the sets that are missing something. Yes, even that Lego set you loved but lost several of its pieces under the couch.
7. Hobbies you dropped a long time ago
Let’s say you wanted to learn to embroider and bought all the necessary materials and prepared to create a masterpiece. But in a couple of days, you realized it wasn’t your thing: your fingers grew tired, your eyes began to hurt, and it didn’t calm you down— it actually annoyed you. You put all the stuff aside and see it only when you do the cleaning. Admit it: you’re not going to try this again. You can give this stuff to a person who really does this or sell it to someone. The stuff that’s useless to you might be useful to someone else. And don’t worry, you’ll eventually find a hobby you love!
8. Notebooks you don’t use
Even people who haven’t used pens in years love beautiful notebooks. They come into stores and spend hours looking at all the bright covers adorned with cats. And then they’ll say something like, “This one’s for my plans, this is for my sketches, and this is for my diet.” Yes, we might write something down for the first couple of days and then we put them onto the pile of other notebooks that were bought with the same good intentions years ago but haven’t been used since. This means these things are practically empty. You can recycle all these notebooks or at least throw them away.
9. Wire hangers
Hangers made of thick wires are very impractical. First of all, they can become traps for your clothes, catching on hanging threads and tearing them. Secondly, the clothes might become deformed if they hang on a thin hanger for a long time. The right hanger has to imitate our shoulders to make sure the clothes won’t change shape. The best and the most long-lasting option is hangers made of thick wood. So throw away all those wire hangers!
10. Empty flower pots
Many things happen to flowers at home. You may change the pots or the flowers in them could die for some reason. You have empty flower pots that keep piling up on the balcony or in a cupboard. You might think you’re going to plant something one day but you never really get to it. If it’s been years since you used your flower pots, throw them away and don’t give it a second thought. When you want a new flower, you’ll buy a new pot specifically for it instead of keeping old ones for decades, hoping you’ll need them.
11. Old chargers
You already have a smartphone with a USB Type-C but you still have dozens of cords for the phones you don’t even have anymore. What’s the point of keeping something totally obsolete that can never be used again?
12. Leftover building materials
After a renovation in an apartment or house, there are always some leftovers, including paint, some floor coverings, or wallpaper. And our thinking is always the same: “I’ll keep it in case I need to fix something.” But just admit that this stuff is useless and a bucket of paint is only good for about 2 years after opening it.
13. Home appliances you don’t use
An old hairdryer that works so you can’t throw it away, even though you have a new one; a toaster you’ve only used once after you bought it; or a juicer that’s too hard to wash so you never use it. Any of this sound familiar? Yes, it’s sad to throw away things that work. If they’re still new, you can try selling them online. And if they’re old, you can just give them away to people that need them.


brightside--2020-04-27--15+ Animals That Have the Strongest Bite

15+ Animals That Have the Strongest Bite The average strength of a human bite is 162 pounds per square inch ( PSI ) , which is possible to crush a pistachio shell with .
But it absolutely pales in comparison to nature ’ s best chompers — in this competition , humans definitely have to step aside and make room for hyenas , turtles , and even piranhas .
Here at Bright Side we adore animals and never cease to be amazed by what they are capable of .
So here are our top 16 animals with the strongest jaws @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Australian scientists used computer simulations based on X-ray images of shark skulls and determined that a great white shark could bite with a certain force .
Generally , the force of a shark bite depends on their size , and smaller sharks , that are up to 4 m long , have a weaker bite .
Dr. Gregory Erickson , from Florida State University , conducted a 10-year study that measured the jaw strength of 23 crocodile species .
The strongest result ( mentioned above ) was received from a wild saltwater crocodile @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 7 meters ( 22.9 ft ) in length , with a mass of up to 2 tons , so the bite force might vary .
Sometimes crocodiles attack boats , actually biting through them .
American alligators live in the wild in the southeastern United States , mostly in Florida and Louisiana , where they live in rivers , lakes , and swamps .
An average male alligator is about 11-15 ft ( 3.5-4.5 m ) long and can weigh ~990 lbs ( ~450 kg ) .
So these reptiles are actually large @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they prefer eating fish and turtles .
Unlike all the other big cats the jaguar is a skilled swimmer — they hunt fish and turtles and can crack a turtle or armadillo shell .
But they ’ re also good at land hunting , even using their powerful jaws to go after deer and cows .
Many people imagine hippos as kind chubsters .
In reality , they ’ re one of the most dangerous animals in Africa , and can be pretty aggressive — their bite can kill a lion or a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ watermelon with the same ease as a person crushes a grape in his mouth .
Gorillas not only eat soft bananas , but also crack nuts , chew hard shoots , bark , and tubers .
Luckily for most of the gorillas natural neighbors , these animals are mainly vegetarians .
But to protect their group , they will not only use their paws , but also their powerful jaws that can bite through almost anything .
Among bears , the grizzly bear is known for its aggressive behavior and strength .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 680 kg ( 1,500 lbs ) and it is believed that it ’ s capable of knocking a moose down with one paw strike .
Scientists suggest that a grizzly bite is enough to crush a bowling ball .
Hyenas weight can reach 60 kg ( 132 lbs ) .
Although hyenas are considered scavengers , zoologists estimate that in 50 % of cases , these animals feed on a victim , which they killed .
Hyenas are capable of running up to 60 km/h ( 37.2 mph ) , the average @ @ @ @ @ @ @ powerful jaw and sharp teeth can allow it to catch and kill almost any animal — an antelope , a buffalo , or even a small giraffe .
Bengal tigers live in the Indian subcontinent .
Among all of the felines , this predator has the longest teeth — 7.5 to 10 cm ( 3-4 inches ) .They are powerful hunters that travel many miles to chase buffalo , deer , pigs , and other large animals .
A hungry tiger can eat up to 27 kg ( 60 lbs ) in one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in height among all of the big cats .
Though they ’ re social creatures and hunt in groups , with their powerful legs and strong jaws these predators can kill pretty large animals alone .
Despite the fact that these dogs are calm and affectionate ( mastiffs can be caring nannies for human children ) , they have a strong grip and have developed protective qualities .
Their jaws can easily break a thick stick or even a human bone .
The polar bear is one of the largest land predators and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) in length and weigh one ton ( 2,000 lbs ) .
Unlike most bears that feed on plants , polar bears are total meat-eaters .
Their powerful jaws are necessary for the northern climate in order to cope with the thick-skinned food in the Arctic .
Wolves live in packs , though the adults are mostly strong individually as well .
Their teeth are large and better suited to bone crushing than other canines .
The wolf ’ s force is enough to break open and crush bones of a same-sized animal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ puma or a cougar is not only one of the fastest animals in the world , but it also has a really strong bite .
Cougars hunt for a variety of animals : from squirrels and rabbits to wild pigs and moose .
Usually they attack medium-sized animals — deer or mountain sheep , though cougars can easily attack animals that are significantly larger than they are .
Piranhas are considered to be the most aggressive fish on earth .
Turns out that black piranha ’ s bites are much stronger than ordinary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to biologists , the maximum bite force of this fish was close to 320 Newtons .
That means the strength of an alligator bite with a comparable mass , would be 3 times lower .

The average strength of a human bite is 162 pounds per square inch (PSI), which is possible to crush a pistachio shell with. But it absolutely pales in comparison to nature’s best chompers — in this competition, humans definitely have to step aside and make room for hyenas, turtles, and even piranhas.
Here at Bright Side we adore animals and never cease to be amazed by what they are capable of. So here are our top 16 animals with the strongest jaws!
1. Great white shark 4,000 PSI (281 kg/cm2)
In 2008, a team of Australian scientists used computer simulations based on X-ray images of shark skulls and determined that a great white shark could bite with a certain force. Generally, the force of a shark bite depends on their size, and smaller sharks, that are up to 4 m long, have a weaker bite.
2. Saltwater crocodile 3,700 PSI (260 kg/cm2)
Dr. Gregory Erickson, from Florida State University, conducted a 10-year study that measured the jaw strength of 23 crocodile species. The strongest result (mentioned above) was received from a wild saltwater crocodile. The largest reptiles grow up to 7 meters (22.9 ft) in length, with a mass of up to 2 tons, so the bite force might vary. Sometimes crocodiles attack boats, actually biting through them.
3. American alligator 2,125 PSI (149 kg/cm2)
American alligators live in the wild in the southeastern United States, mostly in Florida and Louisiana, where they live in rivers, lakes, and swamps. An average male alligator is about 11-15 ft (3.5-4.5 m) long and can weigh ~990 lbs (~450 kg). So these reptiles are actually large enough to attack a human, but they prefer eating fish and turtles.
Unlike all the other big cats the jaguar is a skilled swimmer — they hunt fish and turtles and can crack a turtle or armadillo shell. But they’re also good at land hunting, even using their powerful jaws to go after deer and cows.
Many people imagine hippos as kind chubsters. In reality, they’re one of the most dangerous animals in Africa, and can be pretty aggressive — their bite can kill a lion or a crocodile. A hippo can crush a watermelon with the same ease as a person crushes a grape in his mouth.
Gorillas not only eat soft bananas, but also crack nuts, chew hard shoots, bark, and tubers. Luckily for most of the gorillas natural neighbors, these animals are mainly vegetarians. But to protect their group, they will not only use their paws, but also their powerful jaws that can bite through almost anything.
7. Grizzly bear 1,160 PSI (81.5 kg/cm2)
Among bears, the grizzly bear is known for its aggressive behavior and strength. The weight of the animal can reach up to 680 kg (1,500 lbs) and it is believed that it’s capable of knocking a moose down with one paw strike. Scientists suggest that a grizzly bite is enough to crush a bowling ball.
Hyenas weight can reach 60 kg (132 lbs). Although hyenas are considered scavengers, zoologists estimate that in 50% of cases, these animals feed on a victim, which they killed. Hyenas are capable of running up to 60 km/h (37.2 mph), the average speed of a city bus. A powerful jaw and sharp teeth can allow it to catch and kill almost any animal — an antelope, a buffalo, or even a small giraffe.
9. Bengal tiger 1,050 PSI (47 kg/cm2)
Bengal tigers live in the Indian subcontinent. Among all of the felines, this predator has the longest teeth — 7.5 to 10 cm (3-4 inches).They are powerful hunters that travel many miles to chase buffalo, deer, pigs, and other large animals. A hungry tiger can eat up to 27 kg (60 lbs) in one night.
10. Lion 650 PSI (45.7 kg/cm2)
The lion is a champion in height among all of the big cats. Though they’re social creatures and hunt in groups, with their powerful legs and strong jaws these predators can kill pretty large animals alone.
11. Mastiff 550 PSI (38.6 kg/cm2)
Despite the fact that these dogs are calm and affectionate (mastiffs can be caring nannies for human children), they have a strong grip and have developed protective qualities. Their jaws can easily break a thick stick or even a human bone.
12. Polar bear 1,200 PSI (84.3 kg/cm2)
The polar bear is one of the largest land predators and can reach 3 m (9.8 ft) in length and weigh one ton (2,000 lbs). Unlike most bears that feed on plants, polar bears are total meat-eaters. Their powerful jaws are necessary for the northern climate in order to cope with the thick-skinned food in the Arctic.
13. Alligator snapping turtle 1,004 PSI (66.9 kg/cm2)
Despite the absence of teeth, this turtle can crash a whole pineapple in a split second or bite off a human finger.
14. Grey wolf 398 PSI (28 kg/cm2)
Wolves live in packs, though the adults are mostly strong individually as well. Their teeth are large and better suited to bone crushing than other canines. The wolf’s force is enough to break open and crush bones of a same-sized animal with just a few bites.
A puma or a cougar is not only one of the fastest animals in the world, but it also has a really strong bite. Cougars hunt for a variety of animals: from squirrels and rabbits to wild pigs and moose. Usually they attack medium-sized animals — deer or mountain sheep, though cougars can easily attack animals that are significantly larger than they are.
16. Black piranha 464 PSI (32.6 kg/cm2)
Piranhas are considered to be the most aggressive fish on earth. Turns out that black piranha’s bites are much stronger than ordinary fish of the same weight. According to biologists, the maximum bite force of this fish was close to 320 Newtons. That means the strength of an alligator bite with a comparable mass, would be 3 times lower.


brightside--2020-04-28--13 Movie Scenes That Were Affected by Art, and We Are in Awe

13 Movie Scenes That Were Affected by Art , and We Are in Awe Life isn ’ t the only thing that imitates art — so does art itself !
On extraordinary occasions , some filmmakers decide to honor famous paintings by recreating them in movie scenes .
Whether it ’ s through the set , costumes , color palette or the actors ’ performances , these shots become works of art as well .
Bright Side put together this list so you too can contemplate these wonderful efforts of bringing paintings to life .
They ’ re very rare @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 2017 ) and Wanderer above the Sea of Fog ( 1818 ) 3 .
Psycho ( 1960 ) and House by the Railroad ( 1925 ) 7 .
Inherent Vice ( 2014 ) and The Last Supper ( 1495–1498 ) 12 .
The Thomas Crown Affair ( 1999 ) and The Son of Man ( 1964 ) 13 .
Girl with a Pearl Earring ( 2003 ) and Girl with a Pearl Earring ( 1665 ) Would you like to see more art references in film ?
What painting would you like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ll be waiting to hear from you in the comments !

Life isn’t the only thing that imitates art — so does art itself! On extraordinary occasions, some filmmakers decide to honor famous paintings by recreating them in movie scenes. Whether it’s through the set, costumes, color palette or the actors’ performances, these shots become works of art as well.
Bright Side put together this list so you too can contemplate these wonderful efforts of bringing paintings to life. They’re very rare, so enjoy!
1. Dunkirk (2017) and Wanderer above the Sea of Fog (1818)
2. Shutter Island (2010) and The Kiss (1907–1908)
3. Psycho (1960) and House by the Railroad (1925)
4. Moonlight (2016) and La robe du soir (1954)
5. Inception (2010) and Ascending and Descending (1960)
6. Django Unchained (2012) and The Blue Boy (1770)
7. Inherent Vice (2014) and The Last Supper (1495–1498)
8. Melancholia (2011) and Ophelia (1851–1852)
9. Marie Antoinette (2006) and Napoleon Crossing the Alps (1801)
10. Frida (2002) and Frida and Diego Rivera (1931)
11. Forrest Gump (1994) and Christina’s World (1948)
12. The Thomas Crown Affair (1999) and The Son of Man (1964)
13. Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003) and Girl with a Pearl Earring (1665)


brightside--2020-04-28--Turkish Artist Creates Dreamlike Scenes You Wish You Could See in Real Life

Imagination is more important than knowledge , said Einstein .
While knowledge is finite , imagination knows no boundaries .
@ @ @ @ @ true for creative individuals like this talented artist from Turkey .
Hüseyin Şahin has lifted @ @ @ @ @ s possible with his enchanting creations , and we are truly in awe of his @ @ @

Imagination is more important than knowledge, said Einstein. While knowledge is finite, imagination knows no boundaries. And this saying is especially true for creative individuals like this talented artist from Turkey. Hüseyin Şahin has lifted the boundaries of what’s possible with his enchanting creations, and we are truly in awe of his dazzling imagination.


brightside--2020-04-28--Why Brits Drive on the Left Side of the Road, Plus 10 Normal Things in Other Countries That Baffle F

Why Brits Drive on the Left Side of the Road, Plus 10 Normal Things in Other Countries That Baffle Foreigners

Why Brits Drive on the Left Side of the Road , Plus 10 Normal Things in Other Countries That Baffle Foreigners Cultural differences can sometimes lead to embarrassing or confusing situations .
Imagine being born in the UK , India , or Australia and traveling anywhere else .
You might wonder why people drive on the left side of the car .
Inversely , if you ’ re not Italian , you might enjoy a nice cappuccino after lunch , which in Italy can be as outrageous as having a bowl of cereal after a steak .
The real question @ @ @ @ @ @ @ left .
In fact , back when riding horses was still a thing , you would wear your sword on your left , meaning that it was easier to have traffic on the left .
Only after the French revolution and with the invention of freight wagons , did driving on the right become more and more popular , because the best place to sit in order to control these mighty beasts was on the back of the left-hand horse .
2 .
Instead of saying “ cheese ” the Dutch say “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ country has a different expression when asking someone to smile in front of the camera .
While most Spanish speaking countries say “ whisky , ” in the Netherlands “ laughing at the little bird ” is a common expression , because old photographers used to put a bird on their camera .
4 .
When answering the phone in the Netherlands you don ’ t say hello .
5 .
In Ecuador , the trash trucks play similar music to ice cream trucks in America .
Despite Luxembourg being such a small @ @ @ @ @ @ @ traffic problem .
This might be because about 180,000 workers who live outside the country go to work there every day .
Free transportation might help solve this issue , while at the same time offering a greener alternative .
7 .
You can walk the whole of Monaco , from North to South , in about 50 minutes .
8 .
In China you can major in “ Bra Studies.
” Until 2010 , Costa Rica ’ s streets had no name , meaning that when you had to send something there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or other landmarks as a reference , instead of a proper address .
This includes landmarks that are no longer there .
Some think it ’ s a way of remembering the Costa Rican past .
10 .
In Italy cappuccino is only meant to be had at breakfast .
11 .
If you ’ re single when you turn 25 in Denmark , you get showered with cinnamon .

Cultural differences can sometimes lead to embarrassing or confusing situations. Imagine being born in the UK, India, or Australia and traveling anywhere else. You might wonder why people drive on the left side of the car. Inversely, if you’re not Italian, you might enjoy a nice cappuccino after lunch, which in Italy can be as outrageous as having a bowl of cereal after a steak.
Today, at Bright Side, we’ve compiled some of the most peculiar things that might surprise you when visiting another country.
1. Brits driving on the left
The real question is why people stopped driving on the left. In fact, back when riding horses was still a thing, you would wear your sword on your left, meaning that it was easier to have traffic on the left. Only after the French revolution and with the invention of freight wagons, did driving on the right become more and more popular, because the best place to sit in order to control these mighty beasts was on the back of the left-hand horse.
2. Instead of saying “cheese” the Dutch say “laugh at the little bird.”
Every country has a different expression when asking someone to smile in front of the camera. While most Spanish speaking countries say “whisky,” in the Netherlands “laughing at the little bird” is a common expression, because old photographers used to put a bird on their camera.
3. Japan uses blue traffic lights.
In ancient Japanese, only 4 basic colors existed: black, white, red, and blue. Anything green was described using the word for blue, or “ao.” The word “midori,” meaning “sprout,” began to be used to describe green, but it was and still is considered a shade of blue.
4. When answering the phone in the Netherlands you don’t say hello.
Although most languages use some variation of “hello” to answer the phone, in the Netherlands when picking up the phone you should say “with + your name” so that people can identify you immediately.
5. In Ecuador, the trash trucks play similar music to ice cream trucks in America.
As you can hear in this video, trash trucks in Ecuador have a very particular sound. Some people have compared it to the ice cream truck sound from other countries.
6. Public transportation is free in Luxembourg.
Despite Luxembourg being such a small country, it suffers from a terrible traffic problem. This might be because about 180,000 workers who live outside the country go to work there every day. Free transportation might help solve this issue, while at the same time offering a greener alternative.
7. You can walk the whole of Monaco, from North to South, in about 50 minutes.
Monaco, being the second smallest independent country in the world, can be crossed in about 50 minutes North to South. It is roughly the same size as New York’s Central Park, with an area of 1.95 sq km (0.75 sq mile).
8. In China you can major in “Bra Studies.”
Officially called “Intimate Apparel Specialism,” the Hong Kong Polytechnic University started this degree program. This is because many bras from companies like Victoria’s Secret and La Senza are made in China.
9. Costa Rica’s streets have no names.
Until 2010, Costa Rica’s streets had no name, meaning that when you had to send something there, you’d use famous monuments or other landmarks as a reference, instead of a proper address. This includes landmarks that are no longer there. Some think it’s a way of remembering the Costa Rican past.
10. In Italy cappuccino is only meant to be had at breakfast.
In Italy, milk is rarely consumed as a drink after breakfast, because it’s considered to be very heavy. This unwritten rule clearly affects coffee habits. Cappuccino with a pastry counts as an entire breakfast. Milk in coffee after lunch or dinner is not consumed.
11. If you’re single when you turn 25 in Denmark, you get showered with cinnamon.
Back in the day, traveling spice salesmen were known for being notorious bachelors. They were called pebersvend (pebermø for women) and are honored today by covering unwed or single twenty-fivers in cinnamon, a popular spice in Danish cuisine. At age 30, the cinnamon attack is upgraded to pepper...


brightside--2020-04-27--20 Colorist-Approved Tips and Tricks to Dye Your Hair at Home

20 Colorist-Approved Tips and Tricks to Dye Your Hair at Home Hair color is our identity and when we change it , we can become a different person .
You may want to go lighter , because you instantly feel an urge to be in the spotlight , or you may wish to go darker because you want to try out the look of a fatal beauty .
Some people are just not afraid of radically changing their look and trying out the most unusual and adventurous colors to feel like a beautiful bird .
Sometimes , we want to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for us , nothing seems impossible .
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When buying hair dye , don ’ t trust the model on the box .
Of course the model on the box looks beautiful , but this is just a picture to turn your attention toward the brand .
Your real friend is the color chart on the reverse side or on the bottom of the box .
Also , the number on the box is helpful , as each color has its own code , consisting of the main tone and a hue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from 1-12 , with 1 being the darkest black , and 12 being the lightest blonde .
The second number stands for the hue .
For example : The developer in at-home permanent dyes is very strong — stronger than the ones used in the salon and usually 20-30 % — so it lifts the color and makes it lighter than what you see on the box .
Be sure you choose vol 10 developer if you don ’ t want to get lighter than one shade and vol 20 developer to lift @ @ @ @ @ @ @ level of the developer either on hair dye box or on the bottle with developer inside the box .
Each hair dye box usually has a “ contents ” section on it , where all things inside the box are listed .
The “ developer ” point always states the percentage or the volume of the developer .
You can also purchase the developer separately .
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Always perform an allergy test 48 hours before dyeing your hair .
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Stick to your same color family .
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Don ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your hair dye immediately .
Evaluate your hair condition first .
If your hair is bleached and you have the yellow tone on your roots , the end color after you dye your hair may be uneven and the yellow will still be visible .
Look at your hair in childhood photos .
This will help you determine how your hair will react to certain colors .
If your hair was a warmer color ( honey blonde or similar ) , your hair will likely react with a warmer color now .
Similarly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ color ( ash blonde , brunette ) , your hair will likely have cooler undertones when you dye it now .
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Your hair color will look different in different lighting .
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Don ’ t experiment with radical changes in your color at home .
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Never use 40 vol developer at home .
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When combining colors , choose complementary tones from the same brand .
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If you ’ re longing for summer , you can do rainbow hair .
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Half and half @ @ @ @ @ @ @ handy for bleached hair and refresh your look .
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If you ’ ve gotten an unpredictable or unwanted hair color , don ’ t panic .
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Moisturize your hair and fill it in with keratin after dyeing .
18 .
Be prepared that UV hair color will have a different tone and effect under natural light .
UV reactive hair dye can be applied over natural colors or on bleached hair , but looks especially striking when a range of colors is used , or when the hair is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be exposed to natural light for a while before it will glow in the dark .
The longer you expose the hair in natural light , the brighter it will glow in the dark .
You need to be under a UV light for the UV colors to show up .
The glowing effect will show up under black light , however , the coverage and the color under natural light may be different .
The daylight tone will look less electric and more pastel .
If you still want some neon effect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you will need to choose a neon hair dye , which will have neon effect under the daylight .
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Dye virgin long hair on the ends to give it a try .
If you have long hair that you have never dyed before , and the temptation to dye is very high , don ’ t cover all of your hair , try balayage first .
Use demi-permanent hair dye , it ’ ll allow you to experiment with colors with no hair damage .
Don ’ t bleach or color @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the result turns out to be unsatisfactory , the only way out will be to grow it out again forever .

Hair color is our identity and when we change it, we can become a different person. You may want to go lighter, because you instantly feel an urge to be in the spotlight, or you may wish to go darker because you want to try out the look of a fatal beauty. Some people are just not afraid of radically changing their look and trying out the most unusual and adventurous colors to feel like a beautiful bird. Sometimes, we want to experiment without leaving our homes and, for us, nothing seems impossible.
We at Bright Side have collected some tips to help people play with their look and only have a good experience when dyeing their hair at home.
1. Buy a home hair dye kit and prepare your hair.
A basic hair dye kit includes: Color brush
Latex-free disposable gloves
A thin hair comb
Moisturizing creme for protecting skin Don’t use metal equipment for mixing and storing the coloring substance, only plastic. Metal bowls or metal clips can oxidize the dye and the color may not show up at all. Also, using metal equipment may lead to hazardous chemical reactions.
Always wear gloves to avoid stains on your skin, which are hard to remove. Also, remember that your hair dye can contain ingredients that cause skin irritation or an allergic reaction, so try to not expose your skin too much to these substances.
To prepare your hair for the procedure, you might want to stop washing it at least 24 hours beforehand so that the natural oils on your scalp can protect your hair from the bleach and harsh chemicals in the dye. Another thing you should avoid is using your heating tools for at least 1 week prior since they could cause damage and dryness, and we want our hair to be as healthy as possible to combat the damage the procedure may cause.
2. When buying hair dye, don’t trust the model on the box.
Of course, the models on the boxes look beautiful, but this is just a picture to turn your attention toward the brand. Your real friend is the color chart on the reverse side or on the bottom of the box. Also, the number on the box is helpful, as each color has its own code, consisting of the main tone and a hue combined together. The first number ranges from 1-10, with 1 being the darkest and 10 being the lightest.
The developer in at-home permanent dyes is very strong — stronger than the ones used in the salon by usually 20%-30% — so it lifts the color and makes it lighter than what you see on the box. Be sure you choose vol 10 developer if you don’t want to get lighter than one shade and vol 20 developer to lift 1-2 shades.
3. Buy 2 boxes of hair dye.
If your hair is medium length or longer, you will need at least 2 boxes of hair dye. Also, if you have roots to deal with, you will need more substance to ensure better coverage and an even color afterward. Besides, there’s nothing worse than running out halfway through.
4. Always perform an allergy test 48 hours before dyeing your hair.
To avoid any repercussions to your health, you should always perform a patch test before using any colored dye. Ignoring this important rule may lead to severe consequences. Sometimes our body can develop allergies to things we have used many times in the past, even if we never used to have them.
If you have a reaction while you’re at home, it’s best to rinse the product off and contact your doctor.
5. Be careful with bleach.
As you probably already know, bleach is not the best for your hair. Sometimes, to be able to achieve a specific color, you’ll need to bleach your hair several times, and it’s a procedure that can take weeks. That’s why it’s better to ask a professional to do the hard work than to end up with jelly hair.
6. Don’t skip the strand test.
Though bypassing this step is tempting, the strand test is key, especially when trying out a new shade. Color a few trimmed or hidden hairs first, then look at the result before you commit. A common horror story from women who didn’t do this: hair that turned green or hot pink.
To do the test, you have to pick a 1/4-inch-thick strand of hair, preferably from the bottom part of your head, so that if things go wrong you can hide it easily. Then dye it as you would normally do, and remember to use protective gloves. If the hair color is what you wanted, then you can start the dyeing process.
If your skin gets colored after a hair dyeing procedure, use baking soda or toothpaste that contains baking soda, mix it with water, and rub it lightly on the area to get the dye off of your skin.
7. Don’t be in a hurry to apply your hair dye immediately. Evaluate your hair’s condition first.
Before you start coloring your hair at home, damaged hair needs to be carefully treated. You need to spend a few weeks babying your hair and strengthening it with hair masks and conditioners.
We found good tips so that you can know if your hair is ready for color. According to a color specialist, you can take a strand of hair and hold it with your fingers, then put a drop of water onto it. If your hair absorbs the water in less than 10 seconds, this is bad news, as your hair cuticle is compromised and too damaged to be dyed.
If you do the test but you’re still not sure if your hair is healthy enough for color, try visiting a professional colorist. It’s better to be sure than to damage all your hair.
If your hair is bleached and you have a yellow tone on your roots, the end color after you dye your hair may be uneven, and the yellow will still be visible. Look at your hair in childhood photos. This will help you determine how your hair will react to certain colors. If your hair was a warmer color (honey blonde or similar), your hair will likely react with a warmer color now. Similarly, if your hair was a cooler color (ash blonde, brunette), your hair will likely have cooler undertones when you dye it now.
8. Evaluate your current hair color before coloring.
If you want to rev up your bleached ends, you can try a dip dye method. It’s very easy to do at home — you just dip the ends of your hair into your dye mixture.
If your hair is bleached, you can try a vivid semi-permanent tone to change your image without damaging your hair (compared to a permanent hair dye treatment).
If your roots are already visible and make a huge contrast, both demi-permanent and semi-permanent won’t do, as they contain little to no peroxide and cannot lift the hair color.
9. Your hair color will look different in different lighting.
Under artificial light your hair color may look more vibrant and the hues will be more exposed. Under natural light your color will be less vivid and the hues will not appear that bright. Remember this when choosing the tone of your hair color.
If you choose your hair dye by reading reviews on the internet, make your choice based on photos the users take under different lightning to be able to picture the result completely.
10. Don’t experiment with radical changes in color at home.
Going from brunette to blonde may require several procedures of bleaching, which will severely damage your hair.
If you already have some unwanted orange after bleaching, you can use it to your advantage and tone it over with some vibrant ginger pigmented semi-permanent hair dye.
Instead of bleaching, you can add tone to your brunette hair with a semi-permanent dye that will not damage your hair. If you really want to lighten your hair color and you’re committed to the amount of time and money it can take, then why not? But try not to do it at home and seek a professional’s advice instead.
11. Never use 40 vol developer at home.
You can safely use 10, 20, or 30 vol developers at home together with your hair dye. Using 40 vol developer is dangerous, and you may burn your scalp. Only a professional can use it on your hair without severe consequences.
12. When combining colors, choose complementary tones from the same brand.
Mix colors that are alike — Cool and Cool, Warm and Warm.
Do not mix Warm and Cool colors. They will counteract each other. Do not apply a cool tone to bleached hair which has an orange tone. Orange + cool tone cannot be combined.
There’s a color-mixer tool that blends colors. You can choose a color to start with and a second color to end with and the mixer will do the rest. You can also use a built-in color-picker for both colors. The color-picker includes the entire RGB color spectrum which boasts 16,777,216 unique colors! This way, you’ll be able to see which hue can be obtained after mixing 2 colors.
13. Use a purple shampoo to get rid of any yellow tones in your blonde hair.
Sun, hard water, or heat styling may cause a yellow pigment to show up in your precious blonde hair. Purple neutralizes yellow shades and brassiness, thus helping your noble blonde stay longer without a need to bleach it or treat it with peroxide.
You can also tone your hair with watercolor shampoo to change your image and add a mild pastel tone.
14. If you’re longing for summer, you can do rainbow hair.
You can try a paste which requires no bleaching, will not damage your hair in any way, and will wash out quickly, leaving you room for further experiments.
15. Half and half, or split hair, may come in handy for bleached hair and can freshen up your look.
Before doing split hair, think about the makeup you’re going to wear afterward since it may be a real challenge to match both colors of your hair. Also, it’s important to remember that you should buy the same brand, even if they’re different colors. Sometimes chemicals of different brands can interact with each other and cause a disaster in your hair.
16. If you end up with a surprising or undesirable hair color, don’t panic.
Sometimes, accidents can become miracles, and maybe you created a totally different color than you aimed for that you end up liking. But you can also end up with a new color that isn’t your cup of tea, and that’s okay too. Here are some tips you can follow to try to correct the mistake.
Use a deep-cleansing shampoo. It penetrates into the hair and washes out the pigment quicker than ordinary shampoo.
Use an anti-dandruff shampoo, that’s high in sulfates (SLS). Sulfates wash out the pigment quickly, which is why you can use this shampoo to fade your unwanted color.
Add Vitamin C tablets to your shampoo. Acid is a natural color remover, it lightens the hair and helps fade color in a natural way.
Use 3 tablespoons of ground cinnamon mixed with your conditioner. This is a natural method that will not damage your hair follicle like some other methods, and it is best used on darker hair colors.
17. Moisturize your hair and fill it in with keratin after dyeing.
Dyed hair becomes dry and fizzy in most cases. In order to restore it, use the following: A moisturizing mask can intensely nourish the scalp and restore the capillary structure of the hair.
Keratin treatments can refill the hair fiber, add more nutrition to the hair, and make it robust.
Protein treatments for weak unruly hair help fight against hair breakage and leave it feeling soft and moisturized.
Argan oil, as a natural hair rejuvenator, restores vitamins and moisture back into the hair for younger, shinier, healthier-looking hair.
Essential oils for damaged ends can strengthen hair and help prevent damage to the ends.
Leave-in conditioner can fight frizz and give brightness to your hair.
18. Be prepared that UV hair color will have a different tone and effect under natural light.
UV reactive hair dye can be applied over natural colors or on bleached hair, but looks especially striking when a range of colors is used, or when the hair is braided. Your hair will have to be exposed to natural light for a while before it will glow in the dark. The longer you expose the hair in natural light, the brighter it will glow in the dark. You need to be under a UV light for the UV colors to show up. The glowing effect will show up under black light, however, the coverage and the color under natural light may be different. The daylight tone will look less electric and more pastel.
If you still want some neon effect on your hair during the daytime, you will need to choose a neon hair dye, which will have neon effect under the daylight.
19. Diluting hair dye with conditioner at home may help you achieve a more pastel and less aggressive tone.
If you mix dye with conditioner, you can lighten the color of the dye a bit and make it smoother. But this will only work with some types of dyes. Mixing hair dye with conditioner only makes fantasy colors end up softer.
20. Dye virgin long hair on the ends to give it a try.
If you have long hair that you’ve never dyed before and the temptation to dye it at home is very high, don’t cover all of your hair — try balayage first. Use demi-permanent hair dye, as it’ll allow you to experiment with colors without damaging things. Don’t bleach or color all of your hair because if the result turns out to be unsatisfactory, the only way out will be to grow it out again.
Which of these tips do you find to be the most useful and will you likely try when doing at-home color? Do you have your own tips and tricks to create a masterpiece with your hair?
Please note: This article was updated in August 2022 to correct source material and factual inaccuracies.


brightside--2020-04-27--23 Times Pets Proved They’re Kids’ Best Friends and Why Your Child Should Have One Too

23 Times Pets Proved They ’ re Kids ’ Best Friends and Why Your Child Should Have One Too Our pets are not only our kids ’ encouragement to develop many important personality traits and skills , but they are our helpers too .
Thanks to them , teaching our children responsibilities is a breeze .
They show that caring and sharing love is what bonds a family together and makes them stronger .
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The dog has been guarding him since the day he was born .
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This dog gets upset if he is not with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for many unforgettable moments .
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Sleeping will be a lot more comfortable .
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Playtime will be more fulfilling .
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Not letting him out of his sight !
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It seems like they might be up to something .
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They will clean up after your kid : “ Our cat is waiting for my son to drop some food.
” 14 .
They always run around together .
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“ I was very proud when she gave flowers to the cat.
” 20 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ flu and our dog was always by his side.
” 22 .
Family hug that set our hearts on fire 23 .
They will always be part of our good memories .

Our pets are not only our kids’ encouragement to develop many important personality traits and skills, but they are our helpers too. Thanks to them, teaching our children responsibilities is a breeze. They show that caring and sharing love is what bonds a family together and makes them stronger.
We at Bright Side are excited to share with you the real proof of why you should consider getting a pet for your child.
1. Forever by your side
2. The dog has been guarding him since the day he was born.
3. Welcoming the baby
4. This dog gets upset if he is not with the baby.
5. Get ready for many unforgettable moments.
6. Sleeping will be a lot more comfortable.
7. Playtime will be more fulfilling.
8. Kids become empathic from a young age.
9. Children will learn to share.
10. TV time: “I interrupted them watching Peppa Pig.”
11. Not letting him out of his sight!
12. It seems like they might be up to something.
13. They will clean up after your kid: “Our cat is waiting for my son to drop some food.”
14. They always run around together.
15. “She loves her dragon.”
16. “My dog is spooning my baby.”
17. “I was very proud when she gave flowers to the cat.”
18. Getting fresh air won’t be boring anymore.
19. Some quality time outside
20. “My son was sick with the flu and our dog was always by his side.”
21. Curiosity, excitement, and compassion
22. Family hug that set our hearts on fire
23. They will always be part of our good memories.


brightside--2020-04-27--10 Survival Tips That Can Really Save Your Butt Out There

10 Survival Tips That Can Really Save Your Butt Out There S.T.O.P .
This is the technique that pros like Mark Jenkins use when getting lost in the wilderness without a GPS or a phone available .
It stands for stop , think , observe , and plan .
Avoiding injury , getting clean water , and finding a way back to civilization are all priorities that could take longer than expected .
Finding a source of fresh water to drink is a priority when lost in the wilderness .
The time humans can survive without water depends on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exercising hard in hot weather can dehydrate , overheat , and die over a period of a few hours .
Fortunately , using condensation to obtain fresh water is fairly easy .
By wrapping a Ziploc ( or any other plastic bag ) around a leafy branch that is exposed to the sun , you can have an unlimited supply of fresh water .
2 .
Wrap your body with bubble wrap and/or leaves to keep warm .
This may seem like an impractical tip , but packing bubble paper is extremely important @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bubble wrap keeps a layer of air as a buffer , it acts as a great insulator .
It ’ s even used to insulate windows during the winter .
If you forgot to do that , you can always use dry leaves as a substitute .
Research has shown that dry apple tree leaves , for example , improve thermal insulation .
4 .
Sleep in an elevated bed to avoid hypothermia .
Once you ’ ve managed to find water , and since it ’ s always smart to avoid walking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you ’ ll want to find shelter if you have to spend the night in the wilderness .
If you can ’ t find a cave or any other way to protect yourself from rain , you have to make sure to insulate your body from the cold ground by sleeping elevated , in order to avoid hypothermia .
5 .
Rub your hands with pine needles to reduce mosquito bites .
When running into a bear , the best thing to do is slowly back-step yourself out of the situation , since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ actually more afraid of you than you are of it .
On the other hand , during a black bear attack , fighting back is a good idea , but a grizzly bear is much larger and more powerful , so the best chance of survival is to curl up in a ball and play dead .
7 .
Cross where the water is deep and slow , instead of where it ’ s shallower and moving faster .
Crossing a river might seem easy , but you actually have to do it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are often straight sections between river bends .
The swifter the current , the shallower it needs to be to safely cross .
You can always throw a stick in to see how swift the current is , but in case you have doubts , remember that it ’ s better to cross deep , slow water , than swift and shallow water .
If you do cross , always face upstream , with the water flowing toward you , and lean forward slightly , keeping your feet shoulder-width apart .
Bending your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and having a third point of contact can ensure your safety if you ’ re crossing alone .
A clear ice block , that is about 5 cm thick , can be turned into a lens to create a fire using the same technique that you ’ d use with a magnifying glass .
The trick is to create a convex lens ( thinner around the edges and thicker in the middle ) .
Then smooth the surface with your hands to tune up the efficiency of the ice lens .
9 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ create smoke signals .
Once you ’ ve found water , shelter , and fire , your priority should be to reduce the time you ’ ll spend in the wilderness .
Using a smoke signal could save your life .
Once you ’ ve started a fire , you ’ ll want to create as much smoke as possible .
This can be done by using wet leaves .
Then , use a wet blanket or big leaves to section the smoke column into 3 puffs .
If an airplane or a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ won ’ t confuse it for a wildfire .
The 3-puff smoke column is a Native American and a Boy Scout emergency code .
10 .
Use ash as disinfectant to wash your hands .
Hygiene might seem like the least of your concerns when you ’ re lost in the wilderness .
However , it might happen that you need disinfect your hands , to heal yourself when performing minor operations .
Ash , for a long time , has been neglected as an alternative to soap .
When lost in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ used since , according to this study , they are as efficient as soap .
Bonus : Ignore survival myths like drinking pee or moss only growing North .
Drinking pee or using moss as a guide when lost are a few myths made popular by movies .
Unfortunately , both are wrong .
Despite the fact that pee is more or less sterile if your kidneys are healthy , the whole point of urinating is for the your body to filter excess salts and minerals from the blood .
Drinking it again @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work harder and make you thirstier due to its sodium content .
As for the moss growing North myth , moss is tuned for survival .
It grows wherever it ’ s damp and not sunny .
In some places in the Northern Hemisphere , this happens to be North , but it doesn ’ t have to be that way .
In the Southern Hemisphere , moss grows to the South .

S.T.O.P. This is the technique that pros like Mark Jenkins use when getting lost in the wilderness without a GPS or a phone available. It stands for stop, think, observe, and plan. Avoiding injury, getting clean water, and finding a way back to civilization are all priorities that could take longer than expected.
That’s why today, at Bright Side, we’ve compiled a few practical tips that could come in handy in case you’re lost out in the wilderness.
1. Wrap a plastic bag around branches to harvest water.
Finding a source of fresh water to drink is a priority when lost in the wilderness. The time humans can survive without water depends on the conditions. For reference, an athlete exercising hard in hot weather can dehydrate, overheat, and die over a period of a few hours. Fortunately, using condensation to obtain fresh water is fairly easy. By wrapping a Ziploc (or any other plastic bag) around a leafy branch that is exposed to the sun, you can have an unlimited supply of fresh water.
2. Wrap your body with bubble wrap and/or leaves to keep warm.
This may seem like an impractical tip, but packing bubble paper is extremely important when camping in cold weather. Since bubble wrap keeps a layer of air as a buffer, it acts as a great insulator. It’s even used to insulate windows during the winter. If you forgot to do that, you can always use dry leaves as a substitute. Research has shown that dry apple tree leaves, for example, improve thermal insulation.
3. Collect morning dew with ankle grass-bracelets.
This technique is commonly used by Australian aboriginal people who would walk long distances without carrying water. They would form a ball of dried grass or even wrap it around their ankles while walking before sunrise to collect dew water.
4. Sleep in an elevated bed to avoid hypothermia.
Once you’ve managed to find water, and since it’s always smart to avoid walking in the darkness to prevent accidents, you’ll want to find shelter if you have to spend the night in the wilderness. If you can’t find a cave or any other way to protect yourself from rain, you have to make sure to insulate your body from the cold ground by sleeping elevated, in order to avoid hypothermia.
5. Rub your hands with pine needles to reduce mosquito bites.
Although no natural remedy against mosquitoes works as effectively as DDT, you can use natural remedies to avoid these potentially dangerous insects. Pine oil, for example, can act as a deterrent to mosquitos and certain types of ticks due to its smell. Burning leaves such as citronella, could also repel insects.
6. Play dead when encountering big animals like grizzly bears.
When running into a bear, the best thing to do is slowly back-step yourself out of the situation, since most of the times the bear is actually more afraid of you than you are of it. On the other hand, during a black bear attack, fighting back is a good idea, but a grizzly bear is much larger and more powerful, so the best chance of survival is to curl up in a ball and play dead.
7. Cross where the water is deep and slow, instead of where it’s shallower and moving faster.
Crossing a river might seem easy, but you actually have to do it carefully. The safest places to cross are often straight sections between river bends. The swifter the current, the shallower it needs to be to safely cross. You can always throw a stick in to see how swift the current is, but in case you have doubts, remember that it’s better to cross deep, slow water, than swift and shallow water. If you do cross, always face upstream, with the water flowing toward you, and lean forward slightly, keeping your feet shoulder-width apart. Bending your knees to lower your center of gravity and having a third point of contact can ensure your safety if you’re crossing alone.
8. Carve ice into a lens-like sphere to create fire.
A clear ice block, that is about 5 cm thick, can be turned into a lens to create a fire using the same technique that you’d use with a magnifying glass. The trick is to create a convex lens (thinner around the edges and thicker in the middle). Then smooth the surface with your hands to tune up the efficiency of the ice lens.
9. Collect wet leaves to burn them and create smoke signals.
Once you’ve found water, shelter, and fire, your priority should be to reduce the time you’ll spend in the wilderness. Using a smoke signal could save your life. Once you’ve started a fire, you’ll want to create as much smoke as possible. This can be done by using wet leaves. Then, use a wet blanket or big leaves to section the smoke column into 3 puffs. If an airplane or a boat sees your smoke signal, they won’t confuse it for a wildfire. The 3-puff smoke column is a Native American and a Boy Scout emergency code.
10. Use ash as disinfectant to wash your hands.
Hygiene might seem like the least of your concerns when you’re lost in the wilderness. However, it might happen that you need disinfect your hands, to heal yourself when performing minor operations. Ash, for a long time, has been neglected as an alternative to soap. When lost in the wilderness, ashes from campfires can be used since, according to this study, they are as efficient as soap.
Bonus: Ignore survival myths like drinking pee or moss only growing North.
Drinking pee or using moss as a guide when lost are a few myths made popular by movies. Unfortunately, both are wrong. Despite the fact that pee is more or less sterile if your kidneys are healthy, the whole point of urinating is for the your body to filter excess salts and minerals from the blood. Drinking it again, could make your kidneys have to work harder and make you thirstier due to its sodium content. As for the moss growing North myth, moss is tuned for survival. It grows wherever it’s damp and not sunny. In some places in the Northern Hemisphere, this happens to be North, but it doesn’t have to be that way. In the Southern Hemisphere, moss grows to the South.


brightside--2020-04-27--How to Use the Eisenhower Matrix to Manage Your Time More Efficiently

• In the morning , do all the things that piss you off .
In the afternoon , do all the things that are no big deal .
At night , do all the things that make you happy .
Then get some sleep .
DangerousMilkMan / reddit • We have 5 kids under 5 here , one we are currently fostering .
We are busy constantly !
You will settle into a routine .
For us , we have found that reserving a specific window of time every day where we are ‘ unavailable ’ for appointments is really @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have much-needed downtime/ family time .
I also can not stress enough how important self-care is !
Find something for you , that you love to do , and carve out the time to make it happen .
Also , take at least 5-10 minutes of each day to connect one-on-one with each of your kiddos .
All the appointments and visits can feel like a whirlwind .
If you feel stressed , chances are they do too .
llama-mama16 / reddit • Find reasons to do it now , not reasons to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surprised at how much you can do in not very much time .
The left over time is great .
Ike_Snopes / reddit • Find ways to do something you enjoy , while working on the things you don ’ t want to do .
If you like a podcast , listen to it while you do the dishes or fold your laundry .
TheBFD / reddit • Plan time for you .
If you just grind all day , every day you can easily burn yourself out .
Find time to do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moderate it .
For example , if you ’ re a gamer , limit yourself to a reasonable amount of time .
Watch an episode or 2 of your show , but don ’ t binge .
Check Reddit while you ’ re sitting on the toilet , instead of dedicating large chunks of time to it .
Moderation , not elimination , is key .
TheBFD / reddit

In the morning, do all the things that piss you off. In the afternoon, do all the things that are no big deal. At night, do all the things that make you happy. Then get some sleep. DangerousMilkMan / reddit
We have 5 kids under 5 here, one we are currently fostering. We are busy constantly! You will settle into a routine. For us, we have found that reserving a specific window of time every day where we are ‘unavailable’ for appointments is really helpful. They can take naps and have much-needed downtime/ family time. I also cannot stress enough how important self-care is! Find something for you, that you love to do, and carve out the time to make it happen. Also, take at least 5-10 minutes of each day to connect one-on-one with each of your kiddos. All the appointments and visits can feel like a whirlwind. If you feel stressed, chances are they do too. llama-mama16 / reddit
Find reasons to do it now, not reasons to do it later. You will be surprised at how much you can do in not very much time. The left over time is great. Ike_Snopes / reddit
Find ways to do something you enjoy, while working on the things you don’t want to do. If you like a podcast, listen to it while you do the dishes or fold your laundry. TheBFD / reddit