brightside--2020-07-04--20+ People Recreate Their Childhood Pics, and It’s Sweeter Than Sugar

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest These guys made an actual time machine by recreating pics from the past .
Some of them got the jobs they dreamed of as children while others never betrayed their hobbies — then there are those who still fit in their old cribs and even in the same wedding dress they wore nearly 60 years before .
These recreations blew up the Internet , evoking fond tears , so scroll down as not to miss them .
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First as a passenger , now as a teammate !
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@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ridiculous wig vs me at 21 with the hair I ended up growing ” 4 .
He followed in his father ’ s footsteps and became a policeman !
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“ For my mom ’ s sixtieth birthday , my brothers , my cousin , and I recreated a photo from my first day of kindergarten.
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First and last day of school 9 .
Get your knees flexin ’ and your arms T-rexin ’ !
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“ My siblings and I recreated this photo from our youth in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mom ’ s favorite photo of us for Mother ’ s Day.
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“ This is me and my older sister when I was adopted vs 22 years later !
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“ To celebrate our fiftieth anniversary , the wife and I recreated our wedding pic.
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“ Recreated a picture with my 14-year-old son from 13 years ago today on vacation !
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“ Off to pre-k with my grandmother vs 19 years later , off to graduate school ” 20 .
“ My @ @ @ @ @ @ @ blind cat Cheddar , and them together on Cheddar ’ s eighteenth birthday !
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Bride and maid of honor , then and now 23 .
“ From the beginning , he ’ s always been giving me a helping hand .
23 years later , I ’ ve graduated from college and he ’ s still there for me when I need him.
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Dad still knows how to relax after 30 years ... 25 .
“ The college graduations of my mother and me ” 26 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ !
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60 years apart — going home after serving in 1959 and going home from chemo in 2019 30 .
“ Passing down the baby express to my own son ”

These guys made an actual time machine by recreating pics from the past. Some of them got the jobs they dreamed of as children while others never betrayed their hobbies — then there are those who still fit in their old cribs and even in the same wedding dress they wore nearly 60 years before. These recreations blew up the Internet, evoking fond tears, so scroll down as not to miss them.
Here at Bright Side, we truly admire the recreation of old pics, and what we enjoy even more is sharing the most impressive ones with you.
1. First as a passenger, now as a teammate!
2. Reporting for duty
3. “Me as a baby wearing a ridiculous wig vs me at 21 with the hair I ended up growing”
4. He followed in his father’s footsteps and became a policeman!
5. “For my mom’s sixtieth birthday, my brothers, my cousin, and I recreated a photo from my first day of kindergarten.”
6. First and last day of school
7. Still skating, 38 years later
8. When dreams come true
9. Get your knees flexin’ and your arms T-rexin’!
10. “My dad’s graduation vs mine”
11. “My siblings and I recreated this photo from our youth in 1991.”
12. 10 years apart
13. Same box, same brothers!
14. “Recreated my mom’s favorite photo of us for Mother’s Day.”
15. “This is me and my older sister when I was adopted vs 22 years later!”
16. “To celebrate our fiftieth anniversary, the wife and I recreated our wedding pic.”
17. “Recreated a picture with my 14-year-old son from 13 years ago today on vacation!”
18. “Off to pre-k with my grandmother vs 19 years later, off to graduate school”
19. 1959 vs 2019
20. “My dad when he first adopted my one-year-old blind cat Cheddar, and them together on Cheddar’s eighteenth birthday!”
21. Bride and maid of honor, then and now
22. Nailed it 15 years later!
23. “From the beginning, he’s always been giving me a helping hand. 23 years later, I’ve graduated from college and he’s still there for me when I need him.”
24. Dad still knows how to relax after 30 years...
25. “The college graduations of my mother and me”
26. Recreated my first Halloween 21 years later!
27. 60 years apart — going home after serving in 1959 and going home from chemo in 2019
28. “My great-uncle and me, 24 years apart”
29. “My mom hasn’t aged since 1988.”
30. “Passing down the baby express to my own son”
31. Same wedding outfit 60 years later!


brightside--2020-07-04--6 Dishes You Can Eat at Night Without Gaining Weight

The good news is that scientists and doctors have suggested that it ’ s both beneficial and even essential to eat in the evening .
But to avoid stomach heaviness , poor sleep , and weight gain , it ’ s important to choose products for your dinner wisely .
And of course , don ’ t forget about the reasonable portion sizes .
We at Bright Side are in a rush to deliver this good news to people who worry about gaining weight , and we want to share the list of products that will bring you health benefits @ @ @ @ @ @ @ night .
Eggs are a source of whole protein that contain essential amino acids and they quickly make you feel full .
The best choice is eggs Benedict or simply hard-boiled eggs .
Omelets and scrambled eggs are also a good dinner option , but only if you cook them with a minimal amount of oil ( or no oil at all ) .
A small portion of cheese is only around 100 calories , but it ’ ll bring you a lot of pleasure and benefits in the form of tryptophan , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , casein can help you feel more satisfied and is good for muscle health if you taken before sleeping .
A few grapes , which incidentally are rich in melatonin , will also benefit your sleep .
For people who prefer a heavier meal , we can say turkey that is a real stockpile of tryptophan and healthy protein .
It ’ s better to choose this product instead of chicken meat because it ’ s easier for our body to digest it The basis of this dish is chickpeas .
They are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ turn , are important for the synthesis of serotonin .
If you decide to have a late-night snack , the best addition to this rich dish is cucumber , zucchini , or carrots sticks .
For a late-night snack , it ’ s better to choose boiled corn instead of canned corn .
This product may help remove excess cholesterol from the body .
And remember that you shouldn ’ t add too much butter or salt to this snack .
For late-night diners , it ’ s better to opt for an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can choose nutrient-rich cod or flounder — the omega-3 fatty acids contained in it is famous for its ability to break down fats .
The protein in fish is also good for metabolism .
What dishes do you usually have for dinner ?
Share your recipes with us that help you stay fit and healthy .

The good news is that scientists and doctors have suggested that it’s both beneficial and even essential to eat in the evening. But to avoid stomach heaviness, poor sleep, and weight gain, it’s important to choose products for your dinner wisely. And of course, don’t forget about the reasonable portion sizes.
We at Bright Side are in a rush to deliver this good news to people who worry about gaining weight, and we want to share the list of products that will bring you health benefits, even if you eat them at night.
Egg dishes
Eggs are a source of whole protein that contain essential amino acids and they quickly make you feel full. The best choice is eggs Benedict or simply hard-boiled eggs. Omelets and scrambled eggs are also a good dinner option, but only if you cook them with a minimal amount of oil (or no oil at all).
Cheese and grapes
A small portion of cheese is only around 100 calories, but it’ll bring you a lot of pleasure and benefits in the form of tryptophan, protein, and casein. In particular, casein can help you feel more satisfied and is good for muscle health if you taken before sleeping. A few grapes, which incidentally are rich in melatonin, will also benefit your sleep.
Turkey.
For people who prefer a heavier meal, we can say turkey that is a real stockpile of tryptophan and healthy protein. It’s better to choose this product instead of chicken meat because it’s easier for our body to digest it
Hummus with vegetable sticks
The basis of this dish is chickpeas. They are rich in vitamin B6 and, in turn, are important for the synthesis of serotonin. If you decide to have a late-night snack, the best addition to this rich dish is cucumber, zucchini, or carrots sticks.
Flavorful corn
For a late-night snack, it’s better to choose boiled corn instead of canned corn. This product may help remove excess cholesterol from the body. And remember that you shouldn’t add too much butter or salt to this snack.
Fish
For late-night diners, it’s better to opt for an oily fish. For example, you can choose nutrient-rich cod or flounder — the omega-3 fatty acids contained in it is famous for its ability to break down fats. The protein in fish is also good for metabolism.
What dishes do you usually have for dinner? Share your recipes with us that help you stay fit and healthy.
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brightside--2020-07-04--17 Times Bright Siders Proved That Everything Created With Your Hands Is the Best

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Discounts , coupons , cash back .
All of these things can help you save money .
But we want to offer you another way that is simple yet effective .
You just need your hands , some time , and a little effort .
And then you can get a new haircut , new clothes , and even new shoes for free .
Most importantly , you ’ ll get to experience the special pleasure that comes from completing something with your own hands .
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“ I made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ birthday.
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“ Didn ’ t want to spend $ 200 to get my hair colored so I did it myself for $ 20.
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“ My mom made my senior prom dress .
The long skirt is removable and there ’ s a short skirt under it so I could actually dance.
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“ I painted and redecorated my entire room .
The walls used to be a light brown.
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“ I made this coat out of a $ 2 blanket !
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ want to spend lots on Halloween decorations , so I made this out of old cardboard boxes and hot glue.
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“ I sew a lot of clothes and make my own shoes.
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“ Decided to build our own entertainment center from woodpiles and discount lumber.
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“ Didn ’ t want to spend $ 100 so I decided to knit it myself.
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“ I decided my shaggy mop was no longer okay so I pulled out the clippers and did it myself @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how to do my own nails .
Saves me a ton of money and time.
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“ Completed an Easter project thanks to a cheap pineapple tapestry.
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“ I didn ’ t want to pay $ 150 for Minky blankets so I learned to make my own.
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“ I made my own bouquet and veil for my wedding.
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“ I ’ m the one who always sewed the costumes for my kiddos .
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Discounts, coupons, cash back. All of these things can help you save money. But we want to offer you another way that is simple yet effective. You just need your hands, some time, and a little effort. And then you can get a new haircut, new clothes, and even new shoes for free. Most importantly, you’ll get to experience the special pleasure that comes from completing something with your own hands.
Bright Side readers can prove our words to be true. They made everything on their own and their effort was more than worth it.
1. “I made my grandson a paleontologist kit for his birthday.”
2. “Didn’t want to spend $200 to get my hair colored so I did it myself for $20.”
3. “My mom made my senior prom dress. The long skirt is removable and there’s a short skirt under it so I could actually dance.”
4. “I painted and redecorated my entire room. The walls used to be a light brown.”
5. “My 13-year-old daughter painted a mural in her room!”
6. “I made this coat out of a $2 blanket!”
7. “I didn’t want to spend lots on Halloween decorations, so I made this out of old cardboard boxes and hot glue.”
8. “I sew a lot of clothes and make my own shoes.”
9. “Decided to build our own entertainment center from woodpiles and discount lumber.”
10. “Didn’t want to spend $100 so I decided to knit it myself.”
11. “I decided my shaggy mop was no longer okay so I pulled out the clippers and did it myself!”
12. “I learned how to do my own nails. Saves me a ton of money and time.”
13. “Completed an Easter project thanks to a cheap pineapple tapestry.”
14. “I knitted this scarf.”
15. “I didn’t want to pay $150 for Minky blankets so I learned to make my own.”
16. “I’m the one who always sewed the costumes for my kiddos.”


brightside--2020-07-04--A Polar Explorer Speaks Candidly of the Charm and Difficulties That Come With Living in Antarctica

The resident of Saint Petersburg , Denis Melnikov , works as a geophysicist .
He has already visited Siberia , @ @ @ @ @ and now has even gone to Antarctica .
This continent doesn ’ t have anything @ @ @ @ @ , and penguins , yet it has always attracted Melnikov .
And now , his @ @ @ @ @ .
He describes all his adventures on Twitter with the nickname The Polar Daddy and @ @ @ @ @ awe of the photos he posts .
We at Bright Side eagerly follow Melnikov ’ @ @ @ @ @ his new posts .
He even has a thread that explains what to do if @ @ @ @ @ feel a strong desire to go to Antarctica .
So if you ’ re also @ @ @ @ @ and is crazy about penguins , now you have a step-by-step guide on how to @ @ @ @ @ .
Would you dare to leave your everyday life and go to Antarctica ?

The resident of Saint Petersburg, Denis Melnikov, works as a geophysicist. He has already visited Siberia, Central Asia, India, and now has even gone to Antarctica. This continent doesn’t have anything but cold weather, icebergs, and penguins, yet it has always attracted Melnikov. And now, his dream has finally come true. He describes all his adventures on Twitter with the nickname The Polar Daddy and thousands of followers are in awe of the photos he posts.
We at Bright Side eagerly follow Melnikov’s account and love all his new posts. He even has a thread that explains what to do if you suddenly wake up and feel a strong desire to go to Antarctica. So if you’re also someone who likes the cold and is crazy about penguins, now you have a step-by-step guide on how to get to this wondrous place.
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brightside--2020-07-04--10 Stretches to Relax Your Spine After a Hard Day

People who spend many hours sitting each day should pay attention to their back .
If the muscles are not @ @ @ @ @ rear its ugly head .
That ’ s why it ’ s essential to stop @ @ @ @ @ take a few minutes to practice some simple exercises .
After doing so , you @ @ @ @ @ .
Here at Bright Side , we know how annoying pain in the neck or @ @ @ @ @ so we practice these exercises to help us relieve tension after a hard day of @ @ @ @ @ screen , gently working our core muscles to improve stability .
Do you usually practice @ @ @ @ @ after a day in front of the computer ?
What other exercises are useful to @ @ @ @ @ in the comments .

People who spend many hours sitting each day should pay attention to their back. If the muscles are not stretched correctly, discomfort may rear its ugly head. That’s why it’s essential to stop, breathe deeply, and take a few minutes to practice some simple exercises. After doing so, you’ll feel much better.
Here at Bright Side, we know how annoying pain in the neck or lower back can be, so we practice these exercises to help us relieve tension after a hard day of sitting in front of a screen, gently working our core muscles to improve stability.
1. Cow-face pose
Sit on the floor, and after a long breath, bring your left foot toward your right glute with your left knee pointing straight in front of you.
Now bring your right leg on top of your left so that your knees line up as close as possible and both face straight ahead. Your feet should be on either side of you, toes pointing behind you.
Stretch your spine as much as possible as if an invisible string is pulling your head toward the ceiling.
2. Child stretch
Begin this exercise in a position on all fours with your wrists, elbows, and shoulders stacked, placing your palms flat on the floor.
Then, slowly push your bottom back as close to your heels as you can, comfortably.
Drop your head and chest downward as your arms extend further — as far as they’ll go.
Hold this pose for 20 to 30 seconds or even longer. Then slowly return to the starting position.
3. Seated lower back rotational stretch
The seated lower back rotational stretch helps relieve pain, even while sitting in the chair you sit on while you work. Keep the feet flat on the floor while sitting in the chair.
Twist at the core to the right, keeping the hips square and the spine tall.
Place the left hand on the right knee to support the stretch, keeping your shoulders parallel.
Hold the position for 10 seconds and repeat the exercise on the left side.
4. Shoulder blade squeeze
Sit or stand up tall with your arms at your sides.
Rotate your palms out maintaining this position throughout the exercise. Keep your shoulders relaxed and down, not shrugged.
Squeeze your shoulder blades together. Keep your ears, shoulders, and hips aligned.
Hold for 6 seconds, then relax.
5. Chest to knees stretch
Begin by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
Bring your hands below your knees.
Slowly bring both knees toward your chest, using your hands to gently squeeze your knees.
Roll your hips off the floor so that you feel the stretch while you massage your lower back. Count to 5 and return to the starting position.
6. Lower back rotational stretch
To perform the lower back rotational stretch, lie back on the floor with bent knees and feet flat on the ground.
Keeping the shoulders firmly on the floor, gently roll both bent knees over to one side.
Hold the position for 5 to 10 seconds. Return to the starting position.
Gently roll the bent knees over to the opposite side, hold, and then return to the starting position.
7. Triceps stretch
Start by raising your left arm in a straight line, then bend it and bring your hand behind your head.
Place your right hand between the shoulder blades, stretching the neck. Lift your right elbow, holding it with your left hand.
Hold this position for 10 seconds, then relax your arms down and repeat on the other side.
8. Lateral bending stretch
Sit down and cross your legs.
Lift your arms as high up as you can, then tilt to the right side until you feel a nice little stretch through the abdomen and the ribs.
You can bend your arms comfortably over your head. Take a nice deep breath as you do this. Bring the arms back down.
9. Seated back twist
Sit on the floor with your legs straight.
Bend your right knee and place your right foot over your left leg.
Put your right hand on the floor, fingers pointing outward for support.
Bend your left elbow and turn to the right, placing the back of your arm against your right knee. Inhale as you sit tall.
Breathe out as you twist, pressing your arm into your leg and looking over your right shoulder. Hold for 5 breaths, then slowly return to the center. Switch sides.
10. Side bending
Side bending is a movement that is rarely used in our day-to-day activities, yet it plays a central role in activating and releasing muscles responsible for all sorts of back problems.
To do this exercise, sit down, and open your legs as much you can.
Bring your arms up to your right foot and tilt your head to try to touch your knee. Hold for a few seconds and sit straight again.


brightside--2020-07-05--A Kitten a Day Keeps the Doctor Away (19 Health-Improving Photos)

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Feline-assisted therapy is an effective way to treat many diseases using cats .
There ’ s one of special conditions : the cat must be at least 1 year old to participate in the therapy .
But we believe that kittens can also do this job well and help us get healthy .
And we invite you to check this out with us .
These pawsome kittens are practically seventh heaven for Bright Side .
And even if our hypothesis is wrong , they ’ ll still improve your mood , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s first trip into the backyard ” 6 .
“ I adopted a kitten and it seems like he ’ s fitting in just fine.
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“ One of our kittens only sleeps in my daughter ’ s doll bathtub.
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“ I need to grow up a bit for this boot ... ” 16 .
“ Why did you wake me up ?
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“ Human , they won ’ t let me in !
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How can one resist this sweetness ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
What do you think is the hallmark of cats ?
We ’ d be happy to hear your opinions in the comments .

Feline-assisted therapy is an effective way to treat many diseases using cats. There’s one of special conditions: the cat must be at least 1 year old to participate in the therapy. But we believe that kittens can also do this job well and help us get healthy. And we invite you to check this out with us.
These pawsome kittens are practically seventh heaven for Bright Side. And even if our hypothesis is wrong, they’ll still improve your mood, trust us.
1. A special hammock for a special someone
2. “I’m a good boy, I can drink it all!”
3. Hide and seek, advanced mode
4. A fold-up kitten
5. “Clara’s first trip into the backyard”
6. “I adopted a kitten and it seems like he’s fitting in just fine.”
7. “One of our kittens only sleeps in my daughter’s doll bathtub.”
8. “I need to grow up a bit for this boot...”
9. “Small kitty can fit everywhere!”
10. “My precious!”
11. “The orange army is advancing.”
12. “My tummy is ready for rubbing.”
13. House guards
14. “Stretching makes me feel good!”
15. Hairdo professional
16. “Why did you wake me up?”
17. “Human, they won’t let me in!”
18. “I’d like to stay anonymous.”
19. How can one resist this sweetness?


brightside--2020-07-05--A Father of 4 Shares Scenes From His Life That Are a True Sitcom

Having 4 kids can make your life crazy and chaotic .
But James Breakwell , a father of 4 girls @ @ @ @ @ that the chaos is worth it — especially if your daughters are masterful comedians , @ @ @ @ @ hilarious questions and responses .

Having 4 kids can make your life crazy and chaotic. But James Breakwell, a father of 4 girls, will probably tell you that the chaos is worth it — especially if your daughters are masterful comedians, ready to strike with their hilarious questions and responses.
Just like Breakwell, we at Bright Side don’t think his daughters’ comedic talent should stay hidden. So here are some of the funniest things they’ve said.
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brightside--2020-07-05--15 Facts About the Human Body That Will Stick With You Forever

The power of our bodies is truly incredible — for example , human bones are stronger than steel , and @ @ @ @ @ metal !
And that ’ s not all , our organs have so many amazing @ @ @ @ @ be discovered .
We at Bright Side found 15 fascinating facts about our body that @ @ @ @ @ bet you haven ’ t even heard of some of them .

The power of our bodies is truly incredible — for example, human bones are stronger than steel, and our stomach acid can dissolve metal! And that’s not all, our organs have so many amazing skills that have yet to be discovered.
We at Bright Side found 15 fascinating facts about our body that really surprised us. We bet you haven’t even heard of some of them.


brightside--2020-07-05--10 Reasons Why It’s Good to Have a “Work Spouse”

Though the terms ‘ work wife ’ and ‘ work husband ’ are usually used in a joking context , the advantages of having a work spouse are real .
They are your platonic partners who take the edge off of the avalanche of stress at work , give you a helping hand , provide moral support , and make your office life far more comfy .
But the most surprising feature of the work spouse relationship is its ability to make your real marriage stronger !
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The work spouse understands your emotions since they deal with their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
While the term ‘ work spouse ’ is strongly associated with a relationship between colleagues of the opposite sex , this isn ’ t always the case .
In fact , it is likely that the majority of work spouse relationships are formed between members of the same sex .
This may be explained by something called the gender personality difference , the way men and women deal with emotions and , of course , prejudices .
People are sometimes hesitant to form friendships with someone of the opposite sex at work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ misinterpreted as a romance .
Photographer Ben Friberg and his work wife are an example of how careful people are about social disapproval .
Friberg said in his interview with the BBC that he was posting regular updates about his work spouse on social media , but she was reluctant to do the same , since she was married and was afraid that people would get the wrong idea .
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Your partner removes stress from your office life .
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The relationship gives you an emotional release at the workplace @ @ @ @ @ @ @ views and values with you .
If you like to collect coins or are obsessed with a pop-idol , they will always be ready to share your interests with you .
This is also related to views on the working process , ambitions , and strategies that you can plan together .
You will always be able to discuss even the craziest ideas with your work spouse , without being afraid of being criticized , misunderstood , or even laughed at .
They think the way you do and they ’ re on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you achieve new goals and improve your work performance .
They can motivate you to do your best when the risk is high and the stress is overwhelming .
They are sincerely interested in your progress and do not envy you if you climb to new heights in your career .
Unlike all of your other colleagues , they are not competing with you .
They are even ready to inspire and coach you .
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They ’ re around for better or for worse , and they ’ re at every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ corporate party is not a problem anymore since you have a work spouse .
If you are not a very sociable person and you don ’ t like to exchange pleasantries or hang out with everyone from the office during a corporate event , you can feel absolutely comfortable hanging around with your work spouse .
It ’ s not a problem anymore when it comes to who will bring you home or who you ’ ll show up to the party with .
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This relationship can be contagious for your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can save one another from work burnouts and crisis .
Sooner or later every employee who has a stressful job , or a job with high levels of responsibility , goes through a work crisis , becoming demotivated and totally bored .
Some are frustrated because their career isn ’ t going how they wanted , and the work husband or wife could really become a lifeboat in an ocean of total collapse .
They will listen when you need to analyze your mistakes verbally and they will be your psychoanalyst who will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ look at things with a fresh set of eyes .
Moreover , they will notice when something is wrong with you , because they already know all your quirks .
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Having a work spouse can make your real family stronger and allow you to leave work at work .
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Your real spouse doesn ’ t have to listen to your “ gossip ” anymore .

Though the terms ‘work wife’ and ‘work husband’ are usually used in a joking context, the advantages of having a work spouse are real. They are your platonic partners who take the edge off of the avalanche of stress at work, give you a helping hand, provide moral support, and make your office life far more comfy. But the most surprising feature of the work spouse relationship is its ability to make your real marriage stronger!
We at Bright Side love to explore the newest social phenomena and, this time, we invite you to look at the unexpected benefits of having a work husband or a work wife.
1. The work spouse understands your emotions since they deal with their feelings similarly to the way you do.
While the term ‘work spouse’ is strongly associated with a relationship between colleagues of the opposite sex, this isn’t always the case. In fact, it is likely that the majority of work spouse relationships are formed between members of the same sex.
This may be explained by something called the gender personality difference, the way men and women deal with emotions and, of course, prejudices. People are sometimes hesitant to form friendships with someone of the opposite sex at work, because this relationship can often be misinterpreted as a romance.
Photographer Ben Friberg and his work wife are an example of how careful people are about social disapproval. Friberg said in his interview with the BBC that he was posting regular updates about his work spouse on social media, but she was reluctant to do the same, since she was married and was afraid that people would get the wrong idea.
However, Totaljobs research has found out that the majority of work spouses have their own independent romantic relationships. Love has nothing to do with their work relationship.
2. Your partner removes stress from your office life.
Work spouses add more fun and joy to a day at the office. Even a spontaneous shoulder massage can brighten a tough day and give you the strength to proceed with the most backbreaking tasks.
3. The relationship gives you an emotional release at the workplace.
Whenever you need to cry over a failure or sincerely complain about some sad situation that happened to you just a few minutes ago — your work spouse is always around. You can gossip about things together while sharing a snack or just share the latest news during your breaks.
4. They share the same views and values with you.
If you like to collect coins or are obsessed with a pop-idol, they will always be ready to share your interests with you. This is also related to views on the working process, ambitions, and strategies that you can plan together. You will always be able to discuss even the craziest ideas with your work spouse, without being afraid of being criticized, misunderstood, or even laughed at. They think the way you do and they’re on your side.
5. They help you achieve new goals and improve your work performance.
They can motivate you to do your best when the risk is high and the stress is overwhelming. They are sincerely interested in your progress and do not envy you if you climb to new heights in your career. Unlike all of your other colleagues, they are not competing with you. They are even ready to inspire and coach you.
6. They’re around for better or for worse, and they’re at every company party.
Feeling awkward at a corporate party is not a problem anymore since you have a work spouse. If you are not a very sociable person and you don’t like to exchange pleasantries or hang out with everyone from the office during a corporate event, you can feel absolutely comfortable hanging around with your work spouse. It’s not a problem anymore when it comes to who will bring you home or who you’ll show up to the party with.
7. This relationship can be contagious for your other colleagues.
A 9-to-5 fake marriage has all the elements of a healthy family bond, so it can’t help but become a model to follow for other people who witness this warm partnership and eternal support that you and your work spouse demonstrate. This may result in a warmer overall atmosphere for the whole team, making the office a better and more comfortable place in general.
8. Work spouses can save one another from work burnouts and crisis.
Sooner or later every employee who has a stressful job, or a job with high levels of responsibility, goes through a work crisis, becoming demotivated and totally bored. Some are frustrated because their career isn’t going how they wanted, and the work husband or wife could really become a lifeboat in an ocean of total collapse.
They will listen when you need to analyze your mistakes verbally and they will be your psychoanalyst who will help you take a deep breath and look at things with a fresh set of eyes. Moreover, they will notice when something is wrong with you, because they already know all your quirks.
9. Having a work spouse can make your real family stronger and allow you to leave work at work.
Your work spouse can’t cope with all your marriage problems, and you shouldn’t expect them to help you remember the date of your anniversary. But they do take the unnecessary burdens off of your IRL partnership in lots of other ways.
When you bring work home, it can add some negativity to your family relationship. Talking about tomorrow’s presentation over a romantic dinner with your husband, or thinking about your stressful meeting with your boss while watching a comedy show with your wife, may be quite the romance-killer for your healthy home atmosphere. Your work spouse allows you to leave your work behind and dedicate more time to your beloved IRL partner.
10. Your real spouse doesn’t have to listen to your “gossip” anymore.
Since the role of someone you gossip to is already taken by your work spouse, your real spouse can breathe a sigh of relief. There’s no need for them to listen to your work gossip, about people they hardly know, as you’ve already shared all these thoughts with your work spouse, who is more involved in your work environment.


brightside--2020-07-05--Gwyneth Paltrow Has 9 Rules for Her Kids, and While They Seem Strict, She Makes Some Really Good Poi

Gwyneth Paltrow Has 9 Rules for Her Kids, and While They Seem Strict, She Makes Some Really Good Points

Mothers are often strict .
They come up with a set of rules in order to protect their babies .
And celebrity mothers are no exception — Gwyneth Paltrow has 2 children , and every once in a while , she mentions unusual restrictions she set in her family , like no TV shows in English , no gluten , and no summer camp .
Though these rules might seem weird , they actually make perfect sense .
Paltrow doesn ’ t mind her kids watching TV , but she does have one rule : the cartoons have to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that she buys all of her kids ’ cartoons in France on Boulevard Beaumarchais .
Her kids , Apple ( age 16 ) and Moses ( age 14 ) may not be too happy about it , but we must admit it ’ s a brilliant way to make your kids learn several foreign languages .
However , Paltrow admitted that she loved camp and her parents would send her there for 8 weeks over the summer as a kid .
And while she enjoyed riding , theater , and water skiing there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s why she has so many issues as an adult .
3 .
No gluten at home with a low-carb diet Paltrow makes sure her kids get nothing but nutritious , gluten-free meals at home .
As the actress revealed , she avoids feeding them food such as pasta , bread , or rice because “ it ’ s bad for them.
” As the actress shared , in her opinion , everybody in her house is intolerant to gluten , dairy , and chicken eggs .
4 .
The kids don ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t want to .
Paltrow shared that even though she finds school very important , she also thinks that occasional sick days don ’ t hurt anybody .
And that ’ s why she recently allowed her daughter Apple to skip school and took her on a mommy-daughter date to lunch and a beauty salon in order for them to spend some quality time together .
5 .
Enough time in the sun We all know that spending time outside is important , but Paltrow insists that her children spend some time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dose of vitamin D. This is probably one of the reasons why Paltrow and her then-husband Chris Martin bought a house in Brentwood , California .
Paltrow shared that she really wants her kids to be in the sun every day , picking avocados and swimming .
Despite their strict diet , Paltrow does allow them to choose a “ Coke of the week ” because a sugary drink once a week doesn ’ t hurt anybody , right ?
The actress confessed that her kids love fruit , nuts , and a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while , but they like unhealthy snacks as well !
The actress confessed that she once tried to replace Oreos and cotton candy with carrots and hummus , but now she ’ s not as strict since these things are a part of childhood and she loves Oreos too .
A spoonful of flax oil is what Paltrow gives to Apple and Moses every day before heading to school , as she shared in an issue of GOOP magazine ( a wellness and lifestyle company founded by Paltrow ) .
It ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Since flax is rich in omega-3 fatty acids , they help maintain circulatory health and reduce inflammation .
Commenting on her divorce with Chris Martin , Paltrow shared that he ’ s like a brother to her and that he ’ s more than welcome to be with the family whenever he wants , including sleepovers , and it works vice versa — she can stay overnight at his house if the kids are spending time over there .
9. iPhone use from the age of 12 Apple , Paltrow ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she turned 12 , and she was the last one among her friends to get one .
However , the actress is no longer as strict with her daughter when it comes to social media .
Paltrow admits that Apple is crazy about texting with her friends , but that ’ s pretty much what any zoomer ’ s life looks like .

Mothers are often strict. They come up with a set of rules in order to protect their babies. And celebrity mothers are no exception — Gwyneth Paltrow has 2 children, and every once in a while, she mentions unusual restrictions she set in her family, like no TV shows in English, no gluten, and no summer camp. Though these rules might seem weird, they actually make perfect sense.
And after Paltrow explains them a bit, she doesn’t seem so strict after all.
Here at Bright Side, we’re always curious to learn about traditions and principles that celebrities uphold in their families, and this time, we took notes and want to share them with you!
1. No cartoons in English (French and Spanish only)
Paltrow doesn’t mind her kids watching TV, but she does have one rule: the cartoons have to be in Spanish or French. Paltrow shared that she buys all of her kids’ cartoons in France on Boulevard Beaumarchais. Her kids, Apple (age 16) and Moses (age 14) may not be too happy about it, but we must admit it’s a brilliant way to make your kids learn several foreign languages.
2. No summer camp
A few years ago, the actress told Jimmy Kimmel that she wouldn’t send her kids to summer camp because she “likes them too much.”
However, Paltrow admitted that she loved camp and her parents would send her there for 8 weeks over the summer as a kid. And while she enjoyed riding, theater, and water skiing there, she jokingly shared that it’s why she has so many issues as an adult.
3. No gluten at home with a low-carb diet
Paltrow makes sure her kids get nothing but nutritious, gluten-free meals at home. As the actress revealed, she avoids feeding them food such as pasta, bread, or rice because “it’s bad for them.” As the actress shared, in her opinion, everybody in her house is intolerant to gluten, dairy, and chicken eggs.
According to Hollywood Life, Paltrow makes sure her kids have healthy food at home, but she doesn’t control it that much when they’re out.
4. The kids don’t go to school if they don’t want to.
Paltrow shared that even though she finds school very important, she also thinks that occasional sick days don’t hurt anybody. And that’s why she recently allowed her daughter Apple to skip school and took her on a mommy-daughter date to lunch and a beauty salon in order for them to spend some quality time together.
5. Enough time in the sun
We all know that spending time outside is important, but Paltrow insists that her children spend some time every day outside and receive a daily dose of vitamin D. This is probably one of the reasons why Paltrow and her then-husband Chris Martin bought a house in Brentwood, California. Paltrow shared that she really wants her kids to be in the sun every day, picking avocados and swimming.
6. “Coke of the week”
Despite their strict diet, Paltrow does allow them to choose a “Coke of the week” because a sugary drink once a week doesn’t hurt anybody, right? The actress confessed that her kids love fruit, nuts, and a brown rice stir fry once in a while, but they like unhealthy snacks as well!
The actress confessed that she once tried to replace Oreos and cotton candy with carrots and hummus, but now she’s not as strict since these things are a part of childhood and she loves Oreos too.
7. Flaxseed oil every morning
A spoonful of flax oil is what Paltrow gives to Apple and Moses every day before heading to school, as she shared in an issue of GOOP magazine (a wellness and lifestyle company founded by Paltrow). It’s not a not-so-tasty but extremely healthy habit. Since flax is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, they help maintain circulatory health and reduce inflammation.
8. Her ex-husband can still sleep over.
Commenting on her divorce with Chris Martin, Paltrow shared that he’s like a brother to her and that he’s more than welcome to be with the family whenever he wants, including sleepovers, and it works vice versa — she can stay overnight at his house if the kids are spending time over there.
9. iPhone use from the age of 12
Apple, Paltrow’s daughter, got a phone only when she turned 12, and she was the last one among her friends to get one. However, the actress is no longer as strict with her daughter when it comes to social media. Paltrow admits that Apple is crazy about texting with her friends, but that’s pretty much what any zoomer’s life looks like.
What uncommon rules do you have in your family? We’d be happy to see them in the comment section below!


brightside--2020-07-05--11 Effective Hacks That Every Tired Parent Can Appreciate

People usually say that laziness is the engine of progress .
But if you want to see really inventive people , take a look at the parents of children .
They seem to know 1,001 ways to save time and calm nerves .
They can describe how to heat water in an inflatable pool in seconds and what to do so that the baby ’ s portable potty doesn ’ t have to get washed during a trip .
1 .
Put trash bags on the bottom of the pool to make the water heat up faster .
2 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ will love to brush their teeth .
3 .
Travel life hack : put the diaper inside the pot to clean it easily .
4 .
Tape over the speakers on your kids ’ toys to lower the volume .
5 .
“ Feed the turkey ” with your children .
It can be fun !
6 .
Now you know how to quickly and easily build a snow fortress in winter .
7 .
Put your socks in a mesh bag so that none of them get lost in the “ black @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 8 .
Your children probably draw on the walls with crayons .
Rub a little baking soda directly on the mark to get it off .
9 .
A frozen sponge in a ziplock bag is a good way to keep their lunches fresh .
10 .
Put your baby ’ s bath toys in small baskets to make them more comfortable while playing .
11 .
No need to throw away an old bed — it can become a place for creativity !

People usually say that laziness is the engine of progress. But if you want to see really inventive people, take a look at the parents of children. They seem to know 1,001 ways to save time and calm nerves. They can describe how to heat water in an inflatable pool in seconds and what to do so that the baby’s portable potty doesn’t have to get washed during a trip.
We at Bright Side have collected numerous simple ideas for parents that will make your life a little easier and better all around.
1. Put trash bags on the bottom of the pool to make the water heat up faster.
2. Buy spread-head toothpaste caps and your children will love to brush their teeth.
3. Travel life hack: put the diaper inside the pot to clean it easily.
4. Tape over the speakers on your kids’ toys to lower the volume.
5. “Feed the turkey” with your children. It can be fun!
6. Now you know how to quickly and easily build a snow fortress in winter.
7. Put your socks in a mesh bag so that none of them get lost in the “black hole” of the washing machine.
8. Your children probably draw on the walls with crayons. Rub a little baking soda directly on the mark to get it off.
9. A frozen sponge in a ziplock bag is a good way to keep their lunches fresh.
10. Put your baby’s bath toys in small baskets to make them more comfortable while playing.
11. No need to throw away an old bed — it can become a place for creativity!


brightside--2020-07-05--We Compared How Clothing on the Runway Looks on Models and Celebrities, and We Can’t Decide Who Impr

We Compared How Clothing on the Runway Looks on Models and Celebrities, and We Can’t Decide Who Impressed Us More

Many women dream about having a dress from a famous fashion designer , however , wearing couture clothing is actually not that simple .
It ’ s all because oftentimes this clothing not comfortable for everyday wear .
In addition , fashion models have very similar body shapes , which makes it difficult to imagine how this or that outfit will look on a certain girl .
Fortunately , we have celebrities who opt for outfits from the best designers for a night on the town .
At first glance , it might seem that this rather strange dress can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but Rosamund Pike has proven , by her own example , that she can do it .
The actress decided against the weird headwear and the wide belt , and eventually she ended up with an elegant and almost classic look .
Designer Elie Saab is famous for their evening gowns that are considered to be symbols of femininity and sensuality .
Looking at the elegant look on Jennifer Lopez , we can see the dress emphasizes all the best parts of her body .
Both the deep cleavage and the high cutout @ @ @ @ @ @ @ same time , the singer decided to not wear the headband , which made her look more sophisticated .
Back in 1994 , Claudia Schiffer appeared on the runway in a spectacular flowing dress from Chanel .
Many years later , in 2020 , Margot Robbie decided to go back to that collection and appeared at the 92nd Academy Awards in the same vintage outfit .
However , the actress ditched the corset and the saturated dark blue color , that would ’ ve actually suited her perfectly .
In the end , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but no less original .
Zendaya managed to “ tame ” this unusual top from Tom Ford .
She looked like a princess in it , and the bright neon color of the outfit matched her personality perfectly .
Also , looking at the perfect body shape of the celebrity , it ’ s clear that she could perform as a model on the runway herself too .
We can see an almost classic look — white top , dark bottom .
It ’ s no surprise that such a win-win option looks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ only difference is that the actress , Chloë Grace Moretz , preferred to wear the skirt on her waist instead of on her hips .
When deciding to wear such a bright dress , there is always a possibility that you ’ ll get lost in it , but Cate Blanchett proved that it ’ s not clothes that make a person look beautiful , but the other way around .
As a result , the actress wore this wonderful look , created in the Baroque style .
The fact that the diva @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was a good decision , because this accessory visually splits the body diagonally .
This amazing dress from Zuhair Murad looks good on both ladies .
The only exception is that the model in this dress looks more like a nymph , while Catherine Zeta-Jones looks more like a queen .
The actress also asked to remove the cape , which made her image look more down to earth .
This brave outfit resembles either the feathers of a firebird or the colors of the rainbow .
When wearing this kind of dress @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that you won ’ t get lost in it and that it won ’ t make you look awkward .
Actress Hunter Schafer managed to fulfill both tasks perfectly and got a bright and catchy look .
It seems that this dress was not meant to be worn by anyone except for the runway model .
This outfit looks more like a designer ’ s joke .
Nevertheless , Lizzo chose this very dress for going out .
As a result , we can not only see this singer ’ s perfect body @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of humor .
This gentle dress that depicts music notes was meant to make it into some singer ’ s wardrobe .
Fortunately , it was Katy Perry who found it and showed it off to the public , exposing both her good taste and her perfect body shape .
The only change that the outfit had was the absence of long sleeves .
Jennifer Aniston opted for quite a brave look when she decided to wear the crop top dress from Giambattista Valli .
Many people might say that this dress would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ since the actress has the perfect shape , the dress looks quite appropriate on her .
In addition , the A-line skirt balances her body shape well .
Emma Stone decided to present this bright retro-style dress in her own way by giving it a more modern look .
First , the actress replaced the ankle boots with elegant sandals , and second , she opted out of a bunch of long beads .
What else can we say here ?
Bravo , Emma !
Such a tight-fitting dress looks especially impressive on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s why it seems to have been created especially for Dita von Teese .
The outfit looks more appropriate on the burlesque star rather than on the model .
Perhaps it ’ s the hairdo and the makeup that played into the winning look as well .
This dress resembles an exotic flower — it has a very unusual style and a bright color that doesn ’ t match everyone .
However , Florence Pugh managed to create a unique and very memorable look — the actress only elongated the outfit a bit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to get rid of the impression that she doesn ’ t have a neck .

Many women dream about having a dress from a famous fashion designer, however, wearing couture clothing is actually not that simple. It’s all because oftentimes this clothing not comfortable for everyday wear. In addition, fashion models have very similar body shapes, which makes it difficult to imagine how this or that outfit will look on a certain girl. Fortunately, we have celebrities who opt for outfits from the best designers for a night on the town.
We at Bright Side decided to check whether the outfits from runway shows look better on the models or on the celebrities who copied their look.
1. Alexander McQueen model and Rosamund Pike
At first glance, it might seem that this rather strange dress cannot be adapted to real life, but Rosamund Pike has proven, by her own example, that she can do it. The actress decided against the weird headwear and the wide belt, and eventually she ended up with an elegant and almost classic look.
2. Elie Saab model and Jennifer Lopez
Designer Elie Saab is famous for their evening gowns that are considered to be symbols of femininity and sensuality. Looking at the elegant look on Jennifer Lopez, we can see the dress emphasizes all the best parts of her body. Both the deep cleavage and the high cutout look appropriate on her. At the same time, the singer decided to not wear the headband, which made her look more sophisticated.
3. Chanel model and Margot Robbie
Back in 1994, Claudia Schiffer appeared on the runway in a spectacular flowing dress from Chanel. Many years later, in 2020, Margot Robbie decided to go back to that collection and appeared at the 92nd Academy Awards in the same vintage outfit. However, the actress ditched the corset and the saturated dark blue color, that would’ve actually suited her perfectly. In the end, the look became a bit different, but no less original.
4. Tom Ford model and Zendaya
Zendaya managed to “tame” this unusual top from Tom Ford. She looked like a princess in it, and the bright neon color of the outfit matched her personality perfectly. Also, looking at the perfect body shape of the celebrity, it’s clear that she could perform as a model on the runway herself too.
5. Louis Vuitton model and Chloë Grace Moretz
We can see an almost classic look — white top, dark bottom. It’s no surprise that such a win-win option looks perfect on both girls. Perhaps the only difference is that the actress, Chloë Grace Moretz, preferred to wear the skirt on her waist instead of on her hips.
6. Chanel model and Dakota Johnson
This silver dress looked too ostentatious and resembled chain armor on the runway. Dakota Johnson made the right decision when she refused the elongated cardigan. The actress ended up emphasizing her body shape, instead of hiding it.
7. Lanvin model and Gwyneth Paltrow
The stylish blue dress from Lanvin fit Gwyneth Paltrow perfectly. The noble blue color and the flowing fabric successfully emphasized the actresses’ body shape, while the wide belt enhanced her thin waist. Besides that, Gwyneth opted for the correct accessories — massive earrings and a cocktail ring which perfectly complemented her laconic look.
8. Gucci model and Cate Blanchett
When deciding to wear such a bright dress, there is always a possibility that you’ll get lost in it, but Cate Blanchett proved that it’s not clothes that make a person look beautiful, but the other way around. As a result, the actress wore this wonderful look, created in the Baroque style. The fact that the diva decided to go without the cross-body bag was a good decision, because this accessory visually splits the body diagonally.
9. Zuhair Murad model and Catherine Zeta-Jones
This amazing dress from Zuhair Murad looks good on both ladies. The only exception is that the model in this dress looks more like a nymph, while Catherine Zeta-Jones looks more like a queen. The actress also asked to remove the cape, which made her image look more down to earth.
10. Givenchy model and Hunter Schafer
This brave outfit resembles either the feathers of a firebird or the colors of the rainbow. When wearing this kind of dress it’s important to make sure that you won’t get lost in it and that it won’t make you look awkward. Actress Hunter Schafer managed to fulfill both tasks perfectly and got a bright and catchy look.
11. Moschino model and Lizzo
It seems that this dress was not meant to be worn by anyone except for the runway model. This outfit looks more like a designer’s joke. Nevertheless, Lizzo chose this very dress for going out. As a result, we can not only see this singer’s perfect body shape, but also her perfect sense of humor.
12. Valentino Couture model and Katy Perry
This gentle dress that depicts music notes was meant to make it into some singer’s wardrobe. Fortunately, it was Katy Perry who found it and showed it off to the public, exposing both her good taste and her perfect body shape. The only change that the outfit had was the absence of long sleeves.
13. Giambattista Valli model and Jennifer Aniston
Jennifer Aniston opted for quite a brave look when she decided to wear the crop top dress from Giambattista Valli. Many people might say that this dress would suit younger girls more. However, since the actress has the perfect shape, the dress looks quite appropriate on her. In addition, the A-line skirt balances her body shape well.
14. Chanel model and Emma Stone
Emma Stone decided to present this bright retro-style dress in her own way by giving it a more modern look. First, the actress replaced the ankle boots with elegant sandals, and second, she opted out of a bunch of long beads. What else can we say here? Bravo, Emma!
15. Alexis Mabille Couture model and Dita Von Teese
Such a tight-fitting dress looks especially impressive on an hourglass-type body shape — that’s why it seems to have been created especially for Dita von Teese. The outfit looks more appropriate on the burlesque star rather than on the model. Perhaps it’s the hairdo and the makeup that played into the winning look as well.
16. Elie Saab model and Rita Ora
The singer has a more curvy shape that the runway model, that’s why it seems that the designer dress looks more effective on her. Moreover, Rita Ora has an olive skin tone that successfully sets off the powdery color of the outfit.
17. Valentino model and Florence Pugh
This dress resembles an exotic flower — it has a very unusual style and a bright color that doesn’t match everyone. However, Florence Pugh managed to create a unique and very memorable look — the actress only elongated the outfit a bit and put the collar down in order to get rid of the impression that she doesn’t have a neck.
18. Stephane Rolland model and Heidi Klum
It’s hard to compare outfits when the celebrity is the fashion model. Nevertheless, it seems that Heidi Klum put on a totally different dress. If the outfit looked more like a shapeless curtain on the runway, Heidi managed to make the look sensual and even showed her slender legs to the public.
19. Zuhair Murad model and Kate Beckinsale
This is another dress that requires a curvy shape. It feels that the dress lacks something on the runway and that it looks more effective on Kate Beckinsale. Moreover, the bright red color looks perfect on the actress.


brightside--2020-07-06--15 Babysitters That Were Just Doing Their Jobs but Ended Up in a Story Full of Twists

How much for extra kids ?
We ’ ve got 2 extra kids in the house for 2 weeks .
They are potty trained , but they make a huge mess and need tons of attention .
They are noisy and wake the baby and ask a million questions .
How much extra would you charge ?
They are 66 and 67 , if that makes any difference .
© Xility / Reddit So the father of the family works for a major athletic apparel company and every year they need to test the upcoming year ’ s potential pieces @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the 2021 line . )
To do that , the company sends one of every potential piece to all of the female employees and female spouses .
Well , the mother is pregnant right now and can ’ t fit into any of the items , so the father made me a cup of tea and asked me to sit down in the living room ( this is what he does whenever he wants to talk to me about something ) and says , “ I know we ’ re not paying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you be willing to test all of the sample pieces my company sent me ?
You can keep them afterward.
” Y ’ all , no kidding , he just handed me 6 boxes of athletic clothing that has to total thousands of dollars .
© pineappleprincesspie / Reddit

How much for extra kids? We’ve got 2 extra kids in the house for 2 weeks. They are potty trained, but they make a huge mess and need tons of attention. They are noisy and wake the baby and ask a million questions. How much extra would you charge? They are 66 and 67, if that makes any difference. © Xility / Reddit
So the father of the family works for a major athletic apparel company and every year they need to test the upcoming year’s potential pieces (right now they’re testing for the 2021 line.) To do that, the company sends one of every potential piece to all of the female employees and female spouses. Well, the mother is pregnant right now and can’t fit into any of the items, so the father made me a cup of tea and asked me to sit down in the living room (this is what he does whenever he wants to talk to me about something) and says, “I know we’re not paying you to do this, but would you be willing to test all of the sample pieces my company sent me? You can keep them afterward.” Y’all, no kidding, he just handed me 6 boxes of athletic clothing that has to total thousands of dollars. © pineappleprincesspie / Reddit


brightside--2020-07-06--19 Photos That Prove Pets and Their Owners Are Like 2 Peas in a Pod

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest We often notice that our pets become like us .
Sadahiko Nakajima , who holds a Ph.D. in psychology , wondered why this phenomenon occurs .
He determined that a person subconsciously chooses a pet who mirrors their appearance .
And in time , many of our fluffy friends start copying their owners ’ behavior without losing their unique features .
When your cat is ready to support you in everything “ My sister and her boyfriend took a family photo.
” “ My grandpa when we pulled into his driveway @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who almost never leaves her ” “ This is us on our way home after adopting her .
Like father like daughter !
” “ My husband and our cat making the same happy face ” “ My daughter is laughing at Franky for sitting just like us.
” “ When my dad drinks coffee , his pug sits near him because he also wants coffee .
And if my dad turns to him , the dog immediately turns away or looks at him with admiration.
” “ This is Tali .
She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the 90-minute drive.
” “ This is my dog Nala and me.
” “ This happens every time my husband starts gaming.
” “ Memphis and I are tucked in bed.
” “ I took this little girl in from the shelter today and she ’ s already found the best spot to sit while I game.
” “ My friend and his dog are very similar.
” “ Milkshake and I are enjoying my vacation.
” Just a cat marching next to its human ...

We often notice that our pets become like us. Sadahiko Nakajima, who holds a Ph.D. in psychology, wondered why this phenomenon occurs. He determined that a person subconsciously chooses a pet who mirrors their appearance. And in time, many of our fluffy friends start copying their owners’ behavior without losing their unique features.
We at Bright Side believe that such behavior is a pet’s way of manifesting their unconditional love for their humans. And the animals from our compilation are direct proof of this theory.
When your cat is ready to support you in everything
“My sister and her boyfriend took a family photo.”
“My grandpa when we pulled into his driveway”
“My aunt and her cat who almost never leaves her”
“This is us on our way home after adopting her. Like father like daughter!”
“My husband and our cat making the same happy face”
A great cycling team
“My daughter is laughing at Franky for sitting just like us.”
“Our cat sits like my dad.”
“When my dad drinks coffee, his pug sits near him because he also wants coffee. And if my dad turns to him, the dog immediately turns away or looks at him with admiration.”
“This is Tali. She sat on my shoulder for most of the 90-minute drive.”
“This is my dog Nala and me.”
“This happens every time my husband starts gaming.”
“When your friend can’t stop copying you”
“Memphis and I are tucked in bed.”
“I took this little girl in from the shelter today and she’s already found the best spot to sit while I game.”
“My friend and his dog are very similar.”
“Milkshake and I are enjoying my vacation.”
Just a cat marching next to its human...


brightside--2020-07-06--15 Times Royal Figures Masterfully Restyled Their Old Outfits

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest What girl didn ’ t want to be a princess as a child and be able to change outfits 5 times a day ?
That being said , women from royal families are actually mindful consumers and may use the same dresses several times .
Sometimes , they do it so well that their old clothes look as if they ’ re completely new .
1 .
Lady Diana restyled her clothes often .
She first wore this dress in 1987 .
2 years later , she appeared in the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In February 1987 , the Princess went to Portugal wearing a dress with a big skirt and a black jacket on top .
And in May , Diana walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in the same outfit but with a white jacket .
3 .
Sometimes , Diana conducted unusual experiments .
In 1985 , she added a velvet choker to her outfit .
And the following year , she turned the choker into a headband .
4 .
Diana ’ s sister-in-law , Princess Anne , was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ condition .
This is her in a beige coat and blouse in 1983 .
In 2015 , she was wearing the same clothes with a different hat and brooch .
5 .
Grace Kelly ’ s daughter , the Princess of Monaco , Caroline , wore a dress with quite a bit of cleavage in 2000 .
17 years later , her daughter Charlotte wore the same dress .
She replaced the brooch in the middle with a bow and had other accessories on as well .
6 .
Mary , Crown Princess @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2010 .
1 year later , it was almost impossible to recognize the dress : she restyled the top half of the dress almost completely !
7 .
Queen Letizia of Spain wore a jacket on top of her dress to look more serious .
A month later , she wore the same dress but without the jacket .
The look was less serious and more feminine .
8 .
In 2018 , the Queen of Spain wore a simple gray dress with a black belt and other accessories .
A year later @ @ @ @ @ @ @ different belt and bright-colored shoes .
9 .
Fashion is cyclic which has been proven to be true by the Swedish royal family .
Queen Silvia wore a yellow suit when visiting Moscow in 1978 .
And in 2017 , her daughter Victoria wore the same dress without a hat but with bright accessories .
10 .
Queen Máxima of the Netherlands wore a dark blue dress for an event in 2014 .
In 2016 , she took a bold risk and restyled the upper part of the outfit .
11 .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coat was in 2015 .
2 years later , she wore the same coat with different accessories .
And 1 year later , she wore the dress as a coat .
13 .
The Duchess is also okay with trading clothes with her mother .
Carole Middleton wore this blue dress in 2010 .
Kate wore it 2 years later and it looked very different on her .
14 .
Sometimes Kate , like Diana , restyles her clothes .
In 2017 , she wore an Alexander McQueen dress with open shoulders .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ had sleeves which made it more conservative .
15 .
Kate visited Malaysia wearing this dress in 2012 .
She wore the same dress for the 2020 BAFTA event in February with different shoulders and sleeves .

What girl didn’t want to be a princess as a child and be able to change outfits 5 times a day? That being said, women from royal families are actually mindful consumers and may use the same dresses several times. Sometimes, they do it so well that their old clothes look as if they’re completely new.
We at Bright Side think that if queens and princesses restyle their clothes to use them more than once, we should definitely learn from their tricks.
1. Lady Diana restyled her clothes often. She first wore this dress in 1987. 2 years later, she appeared in the same outfit but without the sleeves.
2. In February 1987, the Princess went to Portugal wearing a dress with a big skirt and a black jacket on top.
And in May, Diana walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in the same outfit but with a white jacket.
3. Sometimes, Diana conducted unusual experiments. In 1985, she added a velvet choker to her outfit.
And the following year, she turned the choker into a headband.
4. Diana’s sister-in-law, Princess Anne, was able to keep her clothes in perfect condition. This is her in a beige coat and blouse in 1983.
In 2015, she was wearing the same clothes with a different hat and brooch.
5. Grace Kelly’s daughter, the Princess of Monaco, Caroline, wore a dress with quite a bit of cleavage in 2000.
17 years later, her daughter Charlotte wore the same dress. She replaced the brooch in the middle with a bow and had other accessories on as well.
6. Mary, Crown Princess of Denmark wore this blue dress in 2010.
1 year later, it was almost impossible to recognize the dress: she restyled the top half of the dress almost completely!
7. Queen Letizia of Spain wore a jacket on top of her dress to look more serious.
A month later, she wore the same dress but without the jacket. The look was less serious and more feminine.
8. In 2018, the Queen of Spain wore a simple gray dress with a black belt and other accessories.
A year later, Letizia restyled her look with a different belt and bright-colored shoes.
9. Fashion is cyclic which has been proven to be true by the Swedish royal family. Queen Silvia wore a yellow suit when visiting Moscow in 1978.
And in 2017, her daughter Victoria wore the same dress without a hat but with bright accessories.
10. Queen Máxima of the Netherlands wore a dark blue dress for an event in 2014.
In 2016, she took a bold risk and restyled the upper part of the outfit.
11. The first time Elizabeth II wore this pink coat was in 2015.
2 years later, she wore the same coat with different accessories.
12. Kate Middleton wore this green dress in 2012.
And 1 year later, she wore the dress as a coat.
13. The Duchess is also okay with trading clothes with her mother. Carole Middleton wore this blue dress in 2010.
Kate wore it 2 years later and it looked very different on her.
14. Sometimes Kate, like Diana, restyles her clothes. In 2017, she wore an Alexander McQueen dress with open shoulders.
And 2 years later, the dress had sleeves which made it more conservative.
15. Kate visited Malaysia wearing this dress in 2012. She wore the same dress for the 2020 BAFTA event in February with different shoulders and sleeves.


brightside--2020-07-06--20+ Pictures That Can Make You Think Twice Before Buying Something Online

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest The Internet has become so popular , that today , you can do or find almost anything online .
It ’ s one of the many advantages that this wonderful tool provides us with , besides giving us the possibility of buying what we need without having to leave home .
However , not everything is peachy in the virtual world .
And that can be clearly seen with some online purchases from companies that have major problems making sure the products they offer live up to their customers ’ expectations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to make you laugh .
So today , we bring you a sample of what to expect when buying clothes online .
We selected pictures with the caption “ expectation vs reality ” that will blow your mind .
And don ’ t miss the bonus feature we prepared for you at the end of the article .
1 .
Did this Cinderella make it to the ball ?
Don ’ t think so .
2 .
If the color was the only thing that felt off about it , it ’ d @ @ @ @ @ @ @ barely notice the difference , right ?
4 .
“ We ’ re out of small flowers , but no one will notice !
” 5 .
Well , it could honestly be worse ... 6 .
Almost the same ... 7 .
I think the color difference is the least of the dress ’ s problems ... 8 .
“ Do you mind telling me where the open back dress I ordered is ?
” 9 .
Where ’ s the rest of the dress ?
11 .
They couldn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ same color !
12 .
Ok , friends , no comment here ... 14 .
It kind of looks like a cake , right ?
15 .
You wouldn ’ t be the only one crying , girl .
17 .
How does this work exactly ?
18 .
Next level sad and disappointed little girl 19 .
To be fair , it does look like the picture .
20 .
“ And that ’ s exactly why I stay away from tight clothing.
” 22 .
And again , lesson learned when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Because who wants sequins if you can get mini-Christmas tree ornaments instead ?
24 .
It ’ s kind of shorter on one side , but no worries , you just have to walk leaning on one leg to fix that .
25 .
If you take a close look at it , they could be the same dress .
Well , kind of ... 26 .
They didn ’ t even get the colors right !
27 .
A dress from Frozen that ’ s kind of , well , frozen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of clothing that will make you think twice before shopping online 2 .
They seem comfortable at least ... 3 .
You wouldn ’ t say they ’ re different , right ?
4 .
“ Ordered that and this is what I got.
” 6 .
“ So , this is the new cheese grater I bought ?
Hahaha !
” 7 .
“ I bought 48 pens and this is what they sent.
” Expectations were a little far from reality , right ?
What do you think about online shopping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ article ?
Have you ever bought something online and were far from satisfied with the result ?
Let us know in the comments !

The Internet has become so popular, that today, you can do or find almost anything online. It’s one of the many advantages that this wonderful tool provides us with, besides giving us the possibility of buying what we need without having to leave home. However, not everything is peachy in the virtual world. And that can be clearly seen with some online purchases from companies that have major problems making sure the products they offer live up to their customers’ expectations.
At Bright Side, we love to make you laugh. So today, we bring you a sample of what to expect when buying clothes online. We selected pictures with the caption “expectation vs reality” that will blow your mind. And don’t miss the bonus feature we prepared for you at the end of the article.
1. Did this Cinderella make it to the ball? Don’t think so.
2. If the color was the only thing that felt off about it, it’d be wearable...
3. You can barely notice the difference, right?
4. “We’re out of small flowers, but no one will notice!”
5. Well, it could honestly be worse...
6. Almost the same...
7. I think the color difference is the least of the dress’s problems...
8. “Do you mind telling me where the open back dress I ordered is?”
9. Where’s the rest of the dress?
10. “You barely notice the difference, am I right?”
11. They couldn’t even manage to use buttons of the same color!
12. Ok, friends, no comment here...
13. The Little Mermaid: deconstructed
14. It kind of looks like a cake, right?
15. You wouldn’t be the only one crying, girl.
16. Disappointing much?
17. How does this work exactly?
18. Next level sad and disappointed little girl
19. To be fair, it does look like the picture.
20. “And that’s exactly why I stay away from tight clothing.”
21. “Come over here, Anna!”
22. And again, lesson learned when it comes to tight clothing...
23. Because who wants sequins if you can get mini-Christmas tree ornaments instead?
24. It’s kind of shorter on one side, but no worries, you just have to walk leaning on one leg to fix that.
25. If you take a close look at it, they could be the same dress. Well, kind of...
26. They didn’t even get the colors right!
27. A dress from Frozen that’s kind of, well, frozen!
28. “Bought a dress but got a skirt...”
Bonus: a few more articles of clothing that will make you think twice before shopping online
1. Such nice boots! Wait a minute...
2. They seem comfortable at least...
3. You wouldn’t say they’re different, right?
4. “Ordered that and this is what I got.”
5. “Bought myself a real pair of Sony earphones. Yeah...”
6. “So, this is the new cheese grater I bought? Hahaha!”
7. “I bought 48 pens and this is what they sent.”
Expectations were a little far from reality, right? What do you think about online shopping? Did you have fun reading this article? Have you ever bought something online and were far from satisfied with the result? Let us know in the comments!


brightside--2020-07-06--Know Someone Who Is Stressed and Exhausted? These 5 Massage Techniques Are Exactly What They Need

Research shows that massage therapy can actually help reduce stress .
But you can ’ t always get to a therapist after a long tiring day of work , right ?
Well , these simple massage techniques might come in handy , so you can still be Zen while at home or taking a break from work .
We at Bright Side are excited to try these massage techniques with you to loosen up your muscles from head to toe .
Get ready to drive the stress away !
Our feet can get exhausted after a long day of work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some much-needed relief .
But it doesn ’ t just feel good .
Research shows it can improve your mental health and blood pressure too !
Sitting for several hours a day can leave your spine sore , stiff , and in pain .
You can relieve tension from all that sitting through this massage technique , with the help of a friend ’ s extra pair of hands and massage oil .
Do you feel relaxed when massaging your scalp while taking a shower ?
This is because a scalp massage has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stress .
Try this massage technique by yourself or with a friend using only your fingertips !
Have you ever de-stressed through massaging your ears ?
It is possible according to reflexology , which involves triggering pressure points linked to certain organs and parts of the body .
It has also been proven by research .
Discover which points to press to feel more calm and relaxed through this massage technique .
Eyestrain can be caused by a variety of things , including the daily use of digital screens for several hours at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , try massaging acupressure points around your eyes .
Some studies even show that acupressure can change your mood .

Research shows that massage therapy can actually help reduce stress. But you can’t always get to a therapist after a long tiring day of work, right? Well, these simple massage techniques might come in handy, so you can still be Zen while at home or taking a break from work.
We at Bright Side are excited to try these massage techniques with you to loosen up your muscles from head to toe. Get ready to drive the stress away!
1. Foot massage
Our feet can get exhausted after a long day of work. A foot massage can give you some much-needed relief. But it doesn’t just feel good. Research shows it can improve your mental health and blood pressure too!
How to do it:
Hold the heel of the foot with one hand.
Using the other hand, bend all the toes on one foot back and forth at the same time. Slowly flex the toes to their full range of motion.
Repeat this movement while gently increasing the pressure.
2. Backbone massage
Sitting for several hours a day can leave your spine sore, stiff, and in pain. You can relieve tension from all that sitting through this massage technique, with the help of a friend’s extra pair of hands and massage oil.
How to do it:
Sit comfortably in a chair, lay your arms on the table and rest your head down.
Ask your friend to put some massage oil on your back. Rub the entire area of your back with long strokes. This improves the blood circulation, supplying fresh blood and energy to the strained muscles.
Repeat this process for around 20 minutes.
3. Scalp massage
Do you feel relaxed when massaging your scalp while taking a shower? This is because a scalp massage has been proven to improve comfort and reduce stress. Try this massage technique by yourself or with a friend using only your fingertips!
How to do it:
Begin with light strokes at the top of the head. Work your way down to the neck and shoulders.
Rake your fingers through the hair. Start at the front of the hairline and work your way down to the back of the neck.
Grab 2 sections of the hair on both sides of the head. Begin twisting the hair from the scalp to the ends. Give a slight tug as you go.
Put one hand on the top of your head. Stroke your hair with the other hand, applying light pressure to the scalp and the back of the neck.
Run your fingers from both sides of the head until they interlace. Squeeze then slightly lift the hair and scalp.
Finish with light, smooth hair strokes.
4. Ear massage
Have you ever de-stressed through massaging your ears? It is possible according to reflexology, which involves triggering pressure points linked to certain organs and parts of the body. It has also been proven by research. Discover which points to press to feel more calm and relaxed through this massage technique.
How to do it:
Lightly pinch your ears using your index finger and thumb. Move along the edges starting from the bottom to the top. Rub and massage them. Pay attention to tender areas and work them a little longer and harder.
Now, move to your earlobe and start massaging. Your earlobe represents your brain, face, jaw, neurotransmitters, and emotions.
Most people feel more alive, more awake, and more ready to face their task and the world around them after they have performed this technique.
5. Massage for tired eyes
Eyestrain can be caused by a variety of things, including the daily use of digital screens for several hours at a time. To relieve tired eyes, try massaging acupressure points around your eyes. Some studies even show that acupressure can change your mood.
How to do it:
Locate the point between your eyes and start rubbing in small circles. This can help ease eyestrain. Do it gently using your fingertips or your knuckles.
Now, find the spot beneath your eyes and start massaging in the center.
Next, work your way to the outer corner of your eye. Remember to massage in small circles.
Another eye massage spot is the middle of your eyebrows. Start massaging this spot or any area along your eyebrow.
You should massage each point for about 10 seconds.


brightside--2020-07-05--A Girl Moved to Bali and Reveals Why Real Life Is Nothing Like the Ads Show

Bali is on the bucket list of many travelers and is seemingly a paradise on earth .
When you are in this paradise , you can ’ t help but be amazed by the beauty of its beaches , its flora , and its fauna .
But if you really want to understand this place , you have to live here .
Veronika got married to a Bali native and saw the island from a totally different angle .
Now , she ’ s decided to reveal a lot about her life in Bali on her blog “ Bali Without @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Hi , my name is Veronika and I live in Bali .
No , I didn ’ t come here to surf , to look for the light , or anything like this .
Once , I lost my passport while I was traveling in Indonesia .
And at the same time , I met my future husband , Ino , who turned out to be a Bali native .
We got married and we had a son .
By Bali standards , I ’ m incredibly attractive .
I ’ m @ @ @ @ @ @ @ standards when it comes to height and weight ( even though I ’ m still a bit taller than the average Bali woman ) .
But the best part is my big , long nose .
Everyone here adores it .
At the same time , I ’ m a terrible housewife by local standards .
For example , here you ’ re supposed to wash the floors every day , wash clothes with a potato peeler and iron everything : bed linens , towels , underwear , all clothing , and even @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while sitting on the floor .
And if the freshly washed clothes don ’ t smell like flowers , they might think they are dirty and wash them again .
This is why it ’ s important to spritz clothes with some perfume .
Children in Bali are allowed to do anything .
The Bali people adore kids .
This is why they are allowed to run around , yell , play with apples in supermarkets , and even break dummies in malls .
If a parent tries to fix what their child @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and say , “ It ’ s okay.
” And not a single muscle on their face will tell you how they really feel .
There are many other unusual things about children in Bali .
For example , kids can ’ t be naked at home because they believe that they might get ill this way .
Also , they can ’ t play in the dirt , sit on the road , or walk around in dirty clothes .
However , Indonesian children are allowed to eat anything .
Chocolate , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , really sweet cold tea , and chicken nuggets .
This is not even a full list of what my child had tried by the time he was one year old .
And it wasn ’ t because he took something from someone ’ s plate , no .
His relatives would give these foods to him .
What makes things worse is that , in Bali , nobody asks for your permission before giving something to your child .
It ’ s a huge problem for me and there is not much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people eat unripe fruit and don ’ t keep food in the fridge .
There ’ s a very interesting fact about Bali cuisine — here , they often use unripe fruit as vegetables .
For example , they might add unripe mango to a fruit salad .
It ’ s not really fruit salad , to be honest : they might also add cucumbers , daikon , chili pepper , shrimp paste , and even noodles .
They sometimes even add unripe fruit to meat stews .
This is something very common @ @ @ @ @ @ @ waiter to make a dish that is not spicy and then you spend 15 minutes taking chili pepper pieces out of it .
And it ’ s not about the carelessness of the chef , it ’ s about how different the peppers can be .
Some peppers are not considered spicy for the Bali people , but they are impossible to eat for those who are not used to them .
Also , people in Bali don ’ t save prepared food in the fridge .
What you can find in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fresh fish , and meat .
This is amazing , but fridges are not really used much here .
Indonesians only have 12 days of vacation a year .
There are a lot of people that sell bracelets , glasses , foods , and other stuff in Bali .
But they don ’ t count on tourists .
Their clients are the locals .
Not every tourist is ready to try some food they don ’ t know anything about .
And a Bali person knows that this is the best tofu in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the beach in the evening , and a merchant came up to us with some really bad magnets or some other souvenirs .
I didn ’ t even want to talk , but my husband listened to the guy and bought something without any haggling .
He believes that if a person works , we should support them .
An income of $ 300 per month is normal , and $ 700 per month is very good .
An Indonesian person has 12 days of vacation per year .
Paid maternity leave is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get the basic allowance , which is about $ 220 per month .
Employees get 3 extra days off for their wedding .
If a close relative dies , people also get 3 days off .
If a distant relative dies , they only get one day .
The local customs may surprise you .
I was sure that I knew everything about the Bali culture , but I didn ’ t .
Once , our entire family was on the beach , including my husband ’ s grandmother .
There were a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no locals .
My husband asked me to help his grandma get to the ocean .
I looked at her and saw ... an old lady going for a swim wearing only shorts ... Well , I knew that 40 years ago , everyone in Bali used to walk around topless .
And I know that many old women still do that .
But it was always far removed from me .
I was used to be stared at by Bali people , but this time the entire beach was staring at me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Not even 50 years ago , everyone from men to women used to walk around naked in Bali .
But now , the traditional clothes that Bali women wear to weddings , funerals , and also on Thursdays , is this bright synthetic blouse with lace .
They wear on a corset under it .
They might add a scarf in a very different color around their waist .
They also put on a sarong that they wrap around their waist like a skirt .
Of course , this look is also accompanied @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about life in Bali may impress even the most experienced travelers .

Bali is on the bucket list of many travelers and is seemingly a paradise on earth. When you are in this paradise, you can’t help but be amazed by the beauty of its beaches, its flora, and its fauna. But if you really want to understand this place, you have to live here. Veronika got married to a Bali native and saw the island from a totally different angle. Now, she’s decided to reveal a lot about her life in Bali on her blog “Bali Without Photoshop” and on her Instagram page.
We at Bright Side just love Veronika’s blog and we chose the most interesting things about the Bali lifestyle that show it from another side.
People here think I’m incredibly beautiful.
Hi, my name is Veronika and I live in Bali. No, I didn’t come here to surf, to look for the light, or anything like this. Once, I lost my passport while I was traveling in Indonesia. And at the same time, I met my future husband, Ino, who turned out to be a Bali native. We got married and we had a son. By Bali standards, I’m incredibly attractive. I’m pretty small and I match the Bali standards when it comes to height and weight (even though I’m still a bit taller than the average Bali woman). But the best part is my big, long nose. Everyone here adores it. At the same time, I’m a terrible housewife by local standards. For example, here you’re supposed to wash the floors every day, wash clothes with a potato peeler and iron everything: bed linens, towels, underwear, all clothing, and even socks. People iron all these things while sitting on the floor. And if the freshly washed clothes don’t smell like flowers, they might think they are dirty and wash them again. This is why it’s important to spritz clothes with some perfume.
Children in Bali are allowed to do anything.
The Bali people adore kids. This is why they are allowed to run around, yell, play with apples in supermarkets, and even break dummies in malls. If a parent tries to fix what their child broke, the employees will just smile and say, “It’s okay.” And not a single muscle on their face will tell you how they really feel. There are many other unusual things about children in Bali. For example, kids can’t be naked at home because they believe that they might get ill this way. Also, they can’t play in the dirt, sit on the road, or walk around in dirty clothes. However, Indonesian children are allowed to eat anything. Chocolate, chips, French fries, ice cream, really sweet cold tea, and chicken nuggets. This is not even a full list of what my child had tried by the time he was one year old. And it wasn’t because he took something from someone’s plate, no. His relatives would give these foods to him. What makes things worse is that, in Bali, nobody asks for your permission before giving something to your child. It’s a huge problem for me and there is not much I can do about it.
Bali people eat unripe fruit and don’t keep food in the fridge.
There’s a very interesting fact about Bali cuisine — here, they often use unripe fruit as vegetables. For example, they might add unripe mango to a fruit salad. It’s not really fruit salad, to be honest: they might also add cucumbers, daikon, chili pepper, shrimp paste, and even noodles. They sometimes even add unripe fruit to meat stews. This is something very common for Bali: you specifically ask a waiter to make a dish that is not spicy and then you spend 15 minutes taking chili pepper pieces out of it. And it’s not about the carelessness of the chef, it’s about how different the peppers can be. Some peppers are not considered spicy for the Bali people, but they are impossible to eat for those who are not used to them. Also, people in Bali don’t save prepared food in the fridge. What you can find in a fridge are bottles of mineral water, fresh fish, and meat. This is amazing, but fridges are not really used much here.
Indonesians only have 12 days of vacation a year.
There are a lot of people that sell bracelets, glasses, foods, and other stuff in Bali. But they don’t count on tourists. Their clients are the locals. Not every tourist is ready to try some food they don’t know anything about. And a Bali person knows that this is the best tofu in town. Once, we were on the beach in the evening, and a merchant came up to us with some really bad magnets or some other souvenirs. I didn’t even want to talk, but my husband listened to the guy and bought something without any haggling. He believes that if a person works, we should support them. An income of $300 per month is normal, and $700 per month is very good. An Indonesian person has 12 days of vacation per year. Paid maternity leave is only 3 months long and women only get the basic allowance, which is about $220 per month. Employees get 3 extra days off for their wedding. If a close relative dies, people also get 3 days off. If a distant relative dies, they only get one day.
The local customs may surprise you.
I was sure that I knew everything about the Bali culture, but I didn’t. Once, our entire family was on the beach, including my husband’s grandmother. There were a lot of people. All tourists, no locals. My husband asked me to help his grandma get to the ocean. I looked at her and saw... an old lady going for a swim wearing only shorts... Well, I knew that 40 years ago, everyone in Bali used to walk around topless. And I know that many old women still do that. But it was always far removed from me. I was used to be stared at by Bali people, but this time the entire beach was staring at me and this half-naked Bali old lady.
Not even 50 years ago, everyone from men to women used to walk around naked in Bali. But now, the traditional clothes that Bali women wear to weddings, funerals, and also on Thursdays, is this bright synthetic blouse with lace. They wear on a corset under it. They might add a scarf in a very different color around their waist. They also put on a sarong that they wrap around their waist like a skirt. Of course, this look is also accompanied by very bright makeup.
Some facts about life in Bali may impress even the most experienced travelers.
Few people know this, but people wear warm clothes when they go outside. It’s because the sun can burn the exposed parts of your body when you’re riding a bike for a long time. This is especially dangerous when you’re in a traffic jam. And when you’re moving, you’re cold because of the wind. So, people might even wear jackets when it’s really hot outside.
Nails, eyelashes, and other beauty salon procedures are not very popular among Bali women. Maybe, aside from massage. There are massage places here everywhere. The prices start at $3 per hour. And the traditional Bali scrubs are very unusual: they are put onto dry skin and rubbed. All of it is washed off in the shower afterward.
Maybe, aside from massage. There are massage places here everywhere. The prices start at $3 per hour. And the traditional Bali scrubs are very unusual: they are put onto dry skin and rubbed. All of it is washed off in the shower afterward. Once a year in Bali all the sights, cafes, stores, and pharmacies are closed. There are no bikes, taxis, or people outside. Even the international airport is closed and all 350 flights are canceled. This is the day of the silence for the Bali New Year. In 2020, it was on the 25th of March.
The difficulties I’ve had to deal with are the Bali mentality, the patriarchy, and the frequent earthquakes. I especially miss the change of seasons. Who would have thought I would miss the cold November rains? Few people move to Bali forever. Usually, it’s for 1 or 2 years and only in the winter. Life here is full of rituals and rules, sometimes weird, often funny. And the best thing is that on this island, you can have any lifestyle, preferences, and opinions you want.


brightside--2020-07-05--13 Photos Proving That Every Man in the World Has Something in Common

Usually , men don ’ t even notice that their wives or girlfriends have dyed their pink hair a darker @ @ @ @ @ try to pretend like they actually listen to what women say and we know that @ @ @ @ @ dates of very important events .

Usually, men don’t even notice that their wives or girlfriends have dyed their pink hair a darker brown. Some men even try to pretend like they actually listen to what women say and we know that most of them forget the dates of very important events.


brightside--2020-07-05--20+ People Found the Perfect Use for Things We Usually Throw Away

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest We at Bright Side have started weaving a shopper out of plastic bags and at the same time , we are looking for new ideas on how to transform the rest of our trash .
As a bonus , we ’ ll show you an example of an amazing thrift store find .
“ I made a cozy PJ set from my old blanket , and I ’ m so happy with the outcome.
” “ I found an old TV , cleaned it , and put an iPad inside .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in our kitchen.
” “ I transformed my old grill into a small herb garden .
I hope all the seeds will grow soon.
” “ I used a paper towel roll , glue , and some leftover rope to make a cat scratcher for my new kitten.
” “ I came across this idea on Instagram and started growing parsley in a milk box.
” “ My neighbor threw away an old bench , and I gave it a new life .
My husband is joking that now , they might want @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find a new way to use an old towel .
I just cut out these circles , sew together 2 pieces , and I ’ ve got reusable cotton pads.
” A phone stand made of a few Lego pieces .
Simple and free if you have some Legos left . ''
“ I cut off strings from an old T-shirt , tied them into a ring , and made comfortable elastic bands.
” “ My sweater from the 1990s + a zipper from an old bag = wool overalls for my kid @ @ @ @ @ @ @ motor was transformed into a lamp .
“ I gathered old plastic bags , glued them together with the help of an iron , and stitched them .
This is the first time I ’ ve done something like this , and I ’ m proud of it.
” “ Sometimes , I get bored and I sew things .
This is a dress I made from old velvet curtains.
” An abandoned car was turned into a stylish room presented on Airbnb .
“ This is my first upcycling project .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a new chest , but it ’ s way more interesting.
” “ My grandfather helped design this TV , and I spent my childhood watching cartoons on it .
So this is a special thing for us.
” “ I made all of these out of vinyl records.
” “ I made this vase with pieces of beach glass that I found.
” “ My mom gave me an old pair of jeans to wear .
But I made them into a dress.
” Bonus : “ I work at a bakery @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s normal to throw away broken cookies .
But , I found a way to avoid this .
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Every house has a bag with plastic bags, empty boxes left from household appliances, and a drawer with unnecessary wires and flash drives. And if you’re planning to throw things away, remember that you don’t have to throw everything away. There are many examples of when seemingly useless things get a second life and make a house cozier.
We at Bright Side have started weaving a shopper out of plastic bags and at the same time, we are looking for new ideas on how to transform the rest of our trash. As a bonus, we’ll show you an example of an amazing thrift store find.
“When another bag with plastic bags became full, it was time to take action. This is the result.”
“I made a cozy PJ set from my old blanket, and I’m so happy with the outcome.”
“I found an old TV, cleaned it, and put an iPad inside. Now, this is an irreplaceable thing in our kitchen.”
“I transformed my old grill into a small herb garden. I hope all the seeds will grow soon.”
“I used a paper towel roll, glue, and some leftover rope to make a cat scratcher for my new kitten.”
“I came across this idea on Instagram and started growing parsley in a milk box.”
“My neighbor threw away an old bench, and I gave it a new life. My husband is joking that now, they might want it back.”
“I decided to find a new way to use an old towel. I just cut out these circles, sew together 2 pieces, and I’ve got reusable cotton pads.”
A phone stand made of a few Lego pieces. Simple and free if you have some Legos left."
“I cut off strings from an old T-shirt, tied them into a ring, and made comfortable elastic bands.”
“My sweater from the 1990s + a zipper from an old bag = wool overalls for my kid”
An old fan with a bad motor was transformed into a lamp.
“I gathered old plastic bags, glued them together with the help of an iron, and stitched them. This is the first time I’ve done something like this, and I’m proud of it.”
“Sometimes, I get bored and I sew things. This is a dress I made from old velvet curtains.”
An abandoned car was turned into a stylish room presented on Airbnb.
“This is my first upcycling project. It’s probably more expensive than buying a new chest, but it’s way more interesting.”
Just a flower pot made from floppy disks
“My grandfather helped design this TV, and I spent my childhood watching cartoons on it. So this is a special thing for us.”
“I made all of these out of vinyl records.”
“I made this vase with pieces of beach glass that I found.”
“My mom gave me an old pair of jeans to wear. But I made them into a dress.”
Bonus: “I work at a bakery in a food store, and it’s normal to throw away broken cookies. But, I found a way to avoid this.”