brightside--2020-04-25--20 Pets Who Can Push Your Happy Button Right Away

20 Pets Who Can Push Your Happy Button Right Away It ’ s impossible to not melt under the magical charm of pets .
In fact , women show almost the same feelings toward their dogs , as they do toward their babies , a study says .
Pets make our lives so much more amazing , that our only choice is to love them back .
1 .
The way these cats are supposed to eat vs How they actually eat 2 .
“ My cat guarding her first and only baby .
She ’ s extra protective of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ daughter ’ s cat is very happy about being able to join her in kindergarten class.
” 4 .
This tiny creature seems to like to squeeze into unpredictable places .
5 .
Looks like he always tries his human ’ s food before they start eating .
6 .
A doggy fell in love at first sight with this kitten .
7 .
It might seem like this cat is out of water , but he probably isn ’ t .
8 .
They seem to be besties .
9 .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a slice of pizza .
16 .
This puppy looks really guilty .
18 .
She found the perfect place to hang out .
20 .
Looks like this dog ’ s got a favorite pillow .

It’s impossible to not melt under the magical charm of pets. In fact, women show almost the same feelings toward their dogs, as they do toward their babies, a study says. Pets make our lives so much more amazing, that our only choice is to love them back.
We at Bright Side have chosen some pictures of our little friends that will make any day more colorful and fun.
1. The way these cats are supposed to eat vs How they actually eat
2. “My cat guarding her first and only baby. She’s extra protective of him...”
3. “My daughter’s cat is very happy about being able to join her in kindergarten class.”
4. This tiny creature seems to like to squeeze into unpredictable places.
5. Looks like he always tries his human’s food before they start eating.
6. A doggy fell in love at first sight with this kitten.
7. It might seem like this cat is out of water, but he probably isn’t.
8. They seem to be besties.
9. A cat is ready to do anything for a slice of pizza.
10. “Somebody doesn’t like to share..”.
11. One cat or 2 cats?
12. A passive-aggressive cat
13. “My dog has become liquid.”
14. “He has perfected weird-ass ways to sleep.”
15. This puppy looks really guilty.
16. “My girlfriend’s cat likes to spoon himself.”
17. She found the perfect place to hang out.
18. “Making new friends at doggy daycare”
19. Looks like this dog’s got a favorite pillow.


brightside--2020-04-25--Keely Smith Saved Pierce Brosnan in His Dark Times, and Now They’re Celebrating Their 26th Anniversa

Keely Smith Saved Pierce Brosnan in His Dark Times, and Now They’re Celebrating Their 26th Anniversary Together

Keely Smith Saved Pierce Brosnan in His Dark Times , and Now They ’ re Celebrating Their 26th Anniversary Together Posing together on the red carpet , the couple couldn ’ t take their eyes off each other , hugging and kissing as if they ’ d just gone steady and had not been together for over a quarter of a century .
James Bond star Pierce Brosnan and his wife Keely Shaye Smith are celebrating their 26th anniversary and still look like 2 sweet lovebirds , even though they ’ ve been through quite a few rough patches over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we admire families that managed to build strong relationships and we can ’ t help but want to prove to you that real love exists !
Not everyone knows that Keely , who Pierce has been with for over a quarter of a century , is actually the actor ’ s second wife .
Pierce met his first wife , Australian actress Cassandra Harris , in 1970 and married her in 1980 .
Pierce adopted her 2 children , Charlotte Emily and Christopher , and 3 years later , they had their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being happily married for 11 years , in 1991 , Cassandra died of ovarian cancer , leaving the actor a widower and a single father of 3 .
From that moment , the actor plunged head-first into a life of work and parenting , putting his personal life aside .
While Pierce was happy to eventually find love again , he confessed that his late wife would forever be embedded in every fiber of his being .
The James Bond star met his future wife Keely in Cabo San Lucas , Mexico in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work trip as a TV reporter and met Pierce at a party and they ’ ve been together ever since .
The couple welcomed 2 sons to the world — Dylan Thomas in 1997 and Paris Becket in 2001 — and in the same year ( 7 years after they met ) , they tied the knot in Ireland and their fabulous wedding looked straight out of a movie .
20 years later , Pierce Brosnan ’ s daughter passed away of cancer .
Unfortunately , the actor had to watch another one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with cancer — his daughter from his first marriage .
Charlotte passed away in June 2013 .
Keely ’ s strength helped him through his darkest days .
The actor shared that Keely saved him from depression several times , describing her as a “ strength I wouldn ’ t be able to live without.
” He also stated that she always encouraged him to mourn over Cassandra , his first wife , and compared Keely to a North Star that would always look out for him .
Pierce showers his wife with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Though the couple lives pretty privately , the paparazzi will occasionally post pics of the couple kissing on the beach , and Pierce himself posts cute photos with his wife on Instagram .
And even after 25 years of being together , Brosnan admits that he still “ fancies the pants ” off Keely and goes weak at the knees when he sees her .
On their 26th anniversary , which was April 10 , Pierce shared a picture of him and Keely looking young , happy , and love-sick with the caption @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , thank you for bringing such love and beauty into my life , for making these past 26 years the greatest joy of my life ...
Happy Anniversary my brown-eyed girl.
” Do you think challenges strengthen a marriage ?
Do you believe love can last forever ?
We ’ d be happy to hear from you in the comment section below !

Posing together on the red carpet, the couple couldn’t take their eyes off each other, hugging and kissing as if they’d just gone steady and had not been together for over a quarter of a century. James Bond star Pierce Brosnan and his wife Keely Shaye Smith are celebrating their 26th anniversary and still look like 2 sweet lovebirds, even though they’ve been through quite a few rough patches over the years.
Here at Bright Side, we admire families that managed to build strong relationships and we can’t help but want to prove to you that real love exists!
Pierce lost his wife to cancer when he was 38.
Not everyone knows that Keely, who Pierce has been with for over a quarter of a century, is actually the actor’s second wife. Pierce met his first wife, Australian actress Cassandra Harris, in 1970 and married her in 1980. Pierce adopted her 2 children, Charlotte Emily and Christopher, and 3 years later, they had their son, Sean.
Unfortunately, after being happily married for 11 years, in 1991, Cassandra died of ovarian cancer, leaving the actor a widower and a single father of 3. From that moment, the actor plunged head-first into a life of work and parenting, putting his personal life aside. While Pierce was happy to eventually find love again, he confessed that his late wife would forever be embedded in every fiber of his being.
He met Keely in 1994 but married her only after their second son was born.
The James Bond star met his future wife Keely in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico in 1994. She was there on a work trip as a TV reporter and met Pierce at a party and they’ve been together ever since. The couple welcomed 2 sons to the world — Dylan Thomas in 1997 and Paris Becket in 2001 — and in the same year (7 years after they met), they tied the knot in Ireland and their fabulous wedding looked straight out of a movie.
20 years later, Pierce Brosnan’s daughter passed away of cancer.
Unfortunately, the actor had to watch another one of his family members lose their battle with cancer — his daughter from his first marriage. Charlotte passed away in June 2013.
Keely’s strength helped him through his darkest days.
The actor shared that Keely saved him from depression several times, describing her as a “strength I wouldn’t be able to live without.” He also stated that she always encouraged him to mourn over Cassandra, his first wife, and compared Keely to a North Star that would always look out for him.
Pierce showers his wife with compliments, even after 26 years.
Though the couple lives pretty privately, the paparazzi will occasionally post pics of the couple kissing on the beach, and Pierce himself posts cute photos with his wife on Instagram. And even after 25 years of being together, Brosnan admits that he still “fancies the pants” off Keely and goes weak at the knees when he sees her.
On their 26th anniversary, which was April 10, Pierce shared a picture of him and Keely looking young, happy, and love-sick with the caption: “My darling angel heart Keely, thank you for bringing such love and beauty into my life, for making these past 26 years the greatest joy of my life...Happy Anniversary my brown-eyed girl.”


brightside--2020-04-24--Bright Siders Share 20 Great Movies That Were Ruined for Them by Their Endings

There are very few situations in life that compare to the disappointment you get from a bad movie ending .
@ @ @ @ @ there : watching a thrilling movie , getting invested in the characters , but then @ @ @ @ @ wrong and the credits roll .
The betrayal you feel after wasting nearly 2 hours @ @ @ @ @ not more ) is unforgivable and everyone can unfortunately relate .

There are very few situations in life that compare to the disappointment you get from a bad movie ending. We’ve all been there: watching a thrilling movie, getting invested in the characters, but then suddenly it all goes horribly wrong and the credits roll. The betrayal you feel after wasting nearly 2 hours of your life (if not more) is unforgivable and everyone can unfortunately relate.


brightside--2020-04-24--10 New TV Series Where Every Episode Is a Little Masterpiece

10 New TV Series Where Every Episode Is a Little Masterpiece If you like TV series that you ’ ll enjoy watching in one sitting and a plot that gets stuck in your head for a long time , our compilation is definitely for you .
It doesn ’ t matter what you want to do today : to tickle your nerves , plunge into an alternative reality , investigate mysterious crimes , or just have a good laugh — you ’ ll find all of this on our list .
Jules tries to come back to life after a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going to marry .
Looking back at her life , she realizes that she lost her friends to keep her boyfriend happy and now , she ’ s completely alone .
While trying to win back their trust and support , she understands how much she ’ s missed .
This TV show is based on real events .
The action takes place in 1985 in Essex .
A massacre happened on a secluded farm , and all the members of the family who were living there became the victims .
The main @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disorder , but one of the detectives doesn ’ t believe in this theory and begins his own thorough investigation .
And thanks to his perseverance , he discovers new evidence .
This is an American drama released by Amazon , starring Al Pacino , Logan Lerman , and Josh Radnor .
The action takes place in the USA in the 1970s .
Jonah has just graduated from college and temporarily moves to New York to live with his grandma .
One day , he returns home and finds her dead .
Everything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a murder .
But the police officers just shrug their shoulders , since there ’ s no evidence .
Jonah realizes that he won ’ t get any help from the police and decides to become a member of a secret society , like his grandma , and find the truth himself .
A world-class thief , Daisy , is smart , beautiful , and respected in the criminal world .
She very easily pulled off witty scams until she ended up in prison .
After she served her sentence and changed her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cut all ties with the criminal world and dedicate herself to raising her daughter .
But crime bosses aren ’ t ready to let go of such a valuable employee .
Dispatches from Elsewhere is a dramatic anthology TV series created by Jason Segel .
The main characters of this TV show love quests .
They become members of a game where they have to solve the main mystery by looking for clues all over their home town .
But the participants come to realize that it ’ s not a game and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It seems like a secret organization is using them as spies .
This series was shot in the neo-noir style .
There ’ s a lot of neon , a gloomy atmosphere , a femme fatale , and dangerous men .
At the center of the story is Katherine Harlow , whose younger brother became connected to dangerous people .
The criminals not only made them accomplices in a high-profile crime , but they also set them up .
As a result , the brother ends up in prison , and Katherine miraculously @ @ @ @ @ @ @ don ’ t even suspect that she is alive and ready to do anything to get revenge .
Several strangers find themselves in an immigration camp in the middle of the Australian desert .
An Afghan refugee , a bureaucrat , a flight attendant , and a young father — each of them came here for different reasons , but they all have the same goal .
They will all have to go through the events that will make them look at the world with completely different eyes .
The main character of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ named Zoe .
During a medical check-up in the clinic , she receives the ability to hear other people ’ s thoughts .
But the problem is that they ’ re expressed through songs .
So Zoe ’ s life and her communication with friends and relatives is getting way more complicated .
The plot is based on the real Project Blue Book , which was dedicated to the study of UFOs and would probably be liked by The X-Files fans .
It ’ s the 1950s .
A Ph.D. in Astrophysics and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are trying to figure out the inexplicable phenomena that began to occur throughout America .
During this process , they realize that the government is hiding the truth from people , and the things that are happening can ’ t be explained scientifically .

If you like TV series that you’ll enjoy watching in one sitting and a plot that gets stuck in your head for a long time, our compilation is definitely for you. It doesn’t matter what you want to do today: to tickle your nerves, plunge into an alternative reality, investigate mysterious crimes, or just have a good laugh — you’ll find all of this on our list.
Bright Side recommends this compilation of new TV series of different genres and suggests you choose a story that suits your taste.
Dollface, 2019
Jules tries to come back to life after a painful breakup with the guy she was going to marry. Looking back at her life, she realizes that she lost her friends to keep her boyfriend happy and now, she’s completely alone. While trying to win back their trust and support, she understands how much she’s missed.
White House Farm, 2020
This TV show is based on real events. The action takes place in 1985 in Essex. A massacre happened on a secluded farm, and all the members of the family who were living there became the victims. The main suspect is a daughter with a mental disorder, but one of the detectives doesn’t believe in this theory and begins his own thorough investigation. And thanks to his perseverance, he discovers new evidence.
Hunters, 2020
Country — USA
Genre — drama, crime, detective
IMDb rating — 7.2
This is an American drama released by Amazon, starring Al Pacino, Logan Lerman, and Josh Radnor. The action takes place in the USA in the 1970s. Jonah has just graduated from college and temporarily moves to New York to live with his grandma. One day, he returns home and finds her dead. Everything points to the fact that this was a murder. But the police officers just shrug their shoulders, since there’s no evidence. Jonah realizes that he won’t get any help from the police and decides to become a member of a secret society, like his grandma, and find the truth himself.
Jett, 2019
Country — USA
Genre — action, crime, drama
IMDb rating — 7.4
A world-class thief, Daisy, is smart, beautiful, and respected in the criminal world. She very easily pulled off witty scams until she ended up in prison. After she served her sentence and changed her attitude toward life, she decided to cut all ties with the criminal world and dedicate herself to raising her daughter. But crime bosses aren’t ready to let go of such a valuable employee.
Dispatches from Elsewhere, 2020
Country — USA
Genre — drama
IMDb rating — 6.3
Dispatches from Elsewhere is a dramatic anthology TV series created by Jason Segel. The main characters of this TV show love quests. They become members of a game where they have to solve the main mystery by looking for clues all over their home town. But the participants come to realize that it’s not a game and that someone is constantly watching them. It seems like a secret organization is using them as spies.
Reprisal, 2019
Country — USA
Genre — thriller, drama, crime
IMDb rating — 7.5
This series was shot in the neo-noir style. There’s a lot of neon, a gloomy atmosphere, a femme fatale, and dangerous men. At the center of the story is Katherine Harlow, whose younger brother became connected to dangerous people. The criminals not only made them accomplices in a high-profile crime, but they also set them up. As a result, the brother ends up in prison, and Katherine miraculously survives an attempted murder. The criminals don’t even suspect that she is alive and ready to do anything to get revenge.
Stateless, 2020
Country — Australia
Genre — drama
IMDb rating — 6.5
Several strangers find themselves in an immigration camp in the middle of the Australian desert. An Afghan refugee, a bureaucrat, a flight attendant, and a young father — each of them came here for different reasons, but they all have the same goal. They will all have to go through the events that will make them look at the world with completely different eyes.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, 2020
Country — USA
Genre — musical, drama, comedy
IMDb rating — 7.9
The main character of this comedy-drama series is a software developer named Zoe. During a medical check-up in the clinic, she receives the ability to hear other people’s thoughts. But the problem is that they’re expressed through songs. So Zoe’s life and her communication with friends and relatives is getting way more complicated.
Project Blue Book, 2019
Country — USA, Canada
Genre — sci-fi, thriller, drama
IMDb rating — 7.6
The plot is based on the real Project Blue Book, which was dedicated to the study of UFOs and would probably be liked by The X-Files fans. It’s the 1950s. A Ph.D. in Astrophysics and the captain of the US Air Force are trying to figure out the inexplicable phenomena that began to occur throughout America. During this process, they realize that the government is hiding the truth from people, and the things that are happening can’t be explained scientifically.
Limetown, 2019
Country — USA
Genre — sci-fi, thriller, crime
IMDb rating — 6.5
This is a sci-fi TV show with elements of a thriller and a crime series. More than 15 years ago, in Limetown, 300 people disappeared without leaving a trace. Among them was an uncle of the main character, journalist Lia Haddock. It seems that she’s the only one who cares about where and why these people disappeared.


brightside--2020-04-24--25 Tattoos by a South Korean Artist That Are Fresh and Delicate, Like the Scent of Cherry Blossoms

A tattoo artist from Seoul , who calls himself Tattooist Doy , has more than 450,000 followers on Instagram , @ @ @ @ @ why .
His works are so fine and delicate that they look like watercolor paintings @ @ @ @ @ away if you just sprinkle some water on them .
From a portrait of your @ @ @ @ @ flower from your garden , this artist can beautify your skin with any motif you @ @ @ @ @ be sure — he ’ ll do it in the most elegant way .

A tattoo artist from Seoul, who calls himself Tattooist Doy, has more than 450,000 followers on Instagram, and it’s clear why. His works are so fine and delicate that they look like watercolor paintings that are about to fade away if you just sprinkle some water on them. From a portrait of your cat or dog to any flower from your garden, this artist can beautify your skin with any motif you want, and you can be sure — he’ll do it in the most elegant way.


brightside--2020-04-24--20 Girls Who Just Cut Their Bangs but Look Like They Got a Plastic Surgery

Not everyone is ready to completely change their style .
For some people , it may take years to think @ @ @ @ @ try a different hair color .
But sometimes , a small detail like cutting your @ @ @ @ @ change your look .
And even if this fashion experiment fails , it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ bangs with a pin or grow the hair back .

Not everyone is ready to completely change their style. For some people, it may take years to think about whether they should just try a different hair color. But sometimes, a small detail like cutting your bangs is enough to completely change your look. And even if this fashion experiment fails, it’s always possible to hide your bangs with a pin or grow the hair back.


brightside--2020-04-24--8 Things About Your Body That May Mean You’ll Live Longer

8 Things About Your Body That May Mean You ’ ll Live Longer Healthy habits aren ’ t the only thing that can increase your lifespan , but there are some signs that can indicate that you ’ ll live a long life .
For example , you can have a massive body and eat a lot , but if you don ’ t have belly fat it may be a big bonus on the way to living to be 100 .
We at Bright Side have checked some studies and want to share with you what else can signal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years ahead of you .
An interesting study was conducted by Danish scientists .
They had been monitoring 187 pairs of twins , from 2001 until 2013 .
In the end , they noticed that the twin who looked younger , had a longer life span .
3 .
You gave birth to your child after 33 .
Some researchers came to the conclusion that if you had a child after the age of 33 , it may say that you will live longer .
They connect it a woman ’ s reproductive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so does the rest of the body .
4 .
Your body mass index is between 18.5 and 25 .
This study found that obesity can make your life span shorter .
Scientists also mentioned that a normal body mass index is between 18.5 and 25 .
This is the recommended number that may keep you healthier .
At the same time , the overweight index is between 25 and 30 and the obesity grade is between 30 and 35 .
How to calculate your body mass index : Body mass index is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to estimate body fat .
It divides an adult ’ s weight in kilograms by their height in meters squared .
You can calculate it online .
Belly fat , even in people who are not overweight , could be the reason for some heart diseases that have an effect on how long you live .
This suggestion was made by researchers who followed some patients from 2000 to 2016 .
Moreover , belly fat is more dangerous fat , according to them .
They also noticed that muscle is like a metabolic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the blood .
There is not 100 % evidence to prove this , but still , some studies say that people who are right-handed have a tendency to live longer among adults and athletes .
It is interesting , but there is a scientific suggestion that tall women are more likely to reach the age of 90 .
At the same time , men ’ s height is not associated with longevity .
For men , exercising more than 60 minutes a day is the key to a healthy and longer life @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the most ?
Who lives longer , according to your experience ?
Please , share your comments with us !

Healthy habits aren’t the only thing that can increase your lifespan, but there are some signs that can indicate that you’ll live a long life. For example, you can have a massive body and eat a lot, but if you don’t have belly fat it may be a big bonus on the way to living to be 100.
We at Bright Side have checked some studies and want to share with you what else can signal that you are going to have many years ahead of you.
1. You look younger.
An interesting study was conducted by Danish scientists. They had been monitoring 187 pairs of twins, from 2001 until 2013. In the end, they noticed that the twin who looked younger, had a longer life span.
2. You are a woman.
Scientists suggest that women generally live longer than men by 6 to 8 years. This may happen due to a biological advantage for the female and behavioral differences between men and women.
3. You gave birth to your child after 33.
Some researchers came to the conclusion that if you had a child after the age of 33, it may say that you will live longer. They connect it a woman’s reproductive system. If it ages slowly, so does the rest of the body.
4. Your body mass index is between 18.5 and 25.
This study found that obesity can make your life span shorter. Scientists also mentioned that a normal body mass index is between 18.5 and 25. This is the recommended number that may keep you healthier. At the same time, the overweight index is between 25 and 30 and the obesity grade is between 30 and 35. How to calculate your body mass index: Body mass index is a formula that uses weight and height to estimate body fat. It divides an adult’s weight in kilograms by their height in meters squared. You can calculate it online.
5. You don’t have belly fat.
Belly fat, even in people who are not overweight, could be the reason for some heart diseases that have an effect on how long you live. This suggestion was made by researchers who followed some patients from 2000 to 2016. Moreover, belly fat is more dangerous fat, according to them. They also noticed that muscle is like a metabolic storehouse. It helps decrease sugar levels in the blood.
6. You are a good sleeper.
Sleep duration matters according to surveys. So, sleeping less than 5–7 hours per night could cut your life span by 12%. Sleep Foundation and journals recommend different durations for each age group: 1. Younger adults (18-25 years) 7-9 hours 2. Adults (26-64) 7-9 hours 3. Older adults (65+) 7-8 hours
7. You are right-handed.
There is not 100% evidence to prove this, but still, some studies say that people who are right-handed have a tendency to live longer among adults and athletes.
8. You are a tall woman.
It is interesting, but there is a scientific suggestion that tall women are more likely to reach the age of 90. At the same time, men’s height is not associated with longevity. For men, exercising more than 60 minutes a day is the key to a healthy and longer life.


brightside--2020-04-24--12 Life Stories From Women With a Great Sense of Humor

• Yesterday , a girl walked into class with an iced coffee and my professor told her she couldn ’ t have it , so she just walked out and never came back , and I can ’ t stop thinking about it .
© rachelhelenw / Twitter • At home , we have cups with animals : sheep , cows , chickens , and pigs .
When I make tea for my sister and myself , I yell at her , “ What are you today ?
” and she says something like , “ A pig !
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Good morning to everyone , but especially the woman in the crosswalk on my way to work who didn ’ t like that someone honked at her to hurry , so she just stopped and did a couple jumping jacks .
© kristen_arnett / Twitter • A man in the subway tried to hit on me by coming up behind me , very close , and saying in my ear , “ You think the train ’ s going to be late ?
” but I ’ d just had dental work done @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , “ No idea , ” while blood poured out of my mouth .
I wish I could do this all the time .
© clhubes / Twitter

Yesterday, a girl walked into class with an iced coffee and my professor told her she couldn’t have it, so she just walked out and never came back, and I can’t stop thinking about it. © rachelhelenw / Twitter
At home, we have cups with animals: sheep, cows, chickens, and pigs. When I make tea for my sister and myself, I yell at her, “What are you today?” and she says something like, “A pig!” © “Overheard” / VK
Good morning to everyone, but especially the woman in the crosswalk on my way to work who didn’t like that someone honked at her to hurry, so she just stopped and did a couple jumping jacks. © kristen_arnett / Twitter


brightside--2020-04-24--20+ Senior Pets That Still Have Our Hearts and Always Will

20+ Senior Pets That Still Have Our Hearts and Always Will There ’ s nothing like watching our pets grow up from tiny , naughty babies to mature , calm seniors , just like people .
Our 4-legged friends may be young or may be old , but one thing is for sure : our love for them will always remain the same .
It might even grow bigger .
Bright Side is very familiar with the bond between a person and their pet , especially when it grows into adulthood .
That ’ s why we gathered pictures of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , keep making our days brighter .
At the end of the article you ’ ll find a very peculiar bonus .
Don ’ t miss it !
4 .
“ My sleepy old lady , Mimi .
She ’ s almost 11 , and she falls asleep in the car from time to time.
” 5 .
“ This is my 17-year-old cat .
He ’ s been with me since I was born.
” 6 .
“ This is Kensey , my 12-year-old girl .
Her face used to be all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ !
” 8 .
“ My 18-year-old cat , Stanley .
He is the sweetest old man kitty ever.
” 10 .
“ I went to the beach with my old dog .
He ’ s 14 and has been with me for most of my life.
” 13 .
He ’ s 13 , but his puppy face hasn ’ t changed at all .
14 .
Young age vs Old age ( 13 years old ) 15 .
“ This is my 16-year-old buddy , Max .
He is chill and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ When life gives you lemons ... My 17-year-old cat found some comfort with his post-surgery cushion .
I suspect he enjoys having it.
” 18 .
This cutie is 15 years old , but has the eyes of a baby .
19 .
“ This is Gunner ’ s 2019 Halloween costume .
He ’ s 12 in this picture , now he ’ s 13.
” 21 .
He ’ s 16 years old , but he needs his mom ’ s affection as if he were a small puppy .
Bonus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s 7 years old .
He looks like this because he ’ s got Ehlers—Danlos syndrome , which affects his skin and makes it hyperelastic .

There’s nothing like watching our pets grow up from tiny, naughty babies to mature, calm seniors, just like people. Our 4-legged friends may be young or may be old, but one thing is for sure: our love for them will always remain the same. It might even grow bigger.
Bright Side is very familiar with the bond between a person and their pet, especially when it grows into adulthood. That’s why we gathered pictures of senior animals that, despite their age, keep making our days brighter. At the end of the article you’ll find a very peculiar bonus. Don’t miss it!
1. “My 1-and-a-half-year-old son with my 14-year-old cat”
2. “This is my dog Goober, he’s 10 years old.”
3. “My 11-year-old dog is simply majestic.”
4. “My sleepy old lady, Mimi. She’s almost 11, and she falls asleep in the car from time to time.”
5. “This is my 17-year-old cat. He’s been with me since I was born.”
6. “This is Kensey, my 12-year-old girl. Her face used to be all brown. Still as bossy as ever!”
7. “He’s about to turn 13.”
8. “My 18-year-old cat, Stanley. He is the sweetest old man kitty ever.”
9. “My 15-year-old dog, who’s also blind”
10. “I went to the beach with my old dog. He’s 14 and has been with me for most of my life.”
11. A cat that lived 21 years
12. “This is my 9-year-old dog.”
13. He’s 13, but his puppy face hasn’t changed at all.
14. Young age vs Old age (13 years old)
15. “This is my 16-year-old buddy, Max. He is chill and loves constant company.”
16. “2-year-old Mary Swanson with my 15-year-old cat, Yummy”
17. “When life gives you lemons... My 17-year-old cat found some comfort with his post-surgery cushion. I suspect he enjoys having it.”
18. This cutie is 15 years old, but has the eyes of a baby.
19. “This is Gunner’s 2019 Halloween costume. He’s 12 in this picture, now he’s 13.”
20. “This is Lulu, my 19-year-old cat.”
21. He’s 16 years old, but he needs his mom’s affection as if he were a small puppy.
Bonus: His name is Toby and he’s 7 years old. He looks like this because he’s got Ehlers—Danlos syndrome, which affects his skin and makes it hyperelastic.


brightside--2020-02-22--20 People Who Don’t Need a Monday to Start Doing Good Things

20 People Who Don ’ t Need a Monday to Start Doing Good Things Life is not always easy and we ’ ve all been through a lot of things .
Being nice is not a simple task , especially when you are not feeling well or happy , but sometimes a gesture can completely change how you are feeling .
Imagine having a bad day at work and feeling awful , and then coming to your car to find a nice note on your windshield that was left by a stranger .
Life is filled with these acts that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for better things .
1 .
“ I shaved my head for cancer and donated my hair for a wig !
” 2 .
“ My brother-in-law saved my life by donating a kidney to me this week.
” 3 .
A little girl put a heater outside for a cat during a cold spell .
4 .
“ This little girl in my acting class found out that I love Harry Potter and made this for me !
” 5 .
A little girl created a stuffed animal sleeve that covers and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ officers brought Christmas presents for 2 boys that lost their mother .
7 .
I accidently left a valuable book on top of my car and some saint put it in a plastic sleeve to protect it from the rain .
8 .
“ I was having a bad day until I saw this on my windshield.
” 9 .
“ My son wanted to thank delivery drivers for their hard work.
” 10 .
“ Today my 7-year-old donated her hair to charity ... ” 11 .
“ Found and rescued 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were eating trash in the rain on a busy street.
” 12 .
“ My son is disabled and LOVES his motorsport .
Eric Bana showed Cal his car , gave him his Lambo cap ( signed ) .
” 13 .
Take what you need .
14 .
Free bananas at the library for students who are studying for finals 15 .
“ Yesterday I was luckily in the right place to hear about lab rats who were in need of an immediate home.
” 16 .
“ My doctor did this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ Decided to sponsor an animals adoption , so when someone adopts her , they will find out she ’ s already paid for.
” 18 .
“ 4 lanes of traffic came to a halt to let them cross ... ” 19 .
This car ’ s owner left their sunroof open in the rain , and came back to this .
20 .
“ We couldn ’ t afford to exchange Christmas presents this year , so my husband did this for me .
”

Life is not always easy and we’ve all been through a lot of things. Being nice is not a simple task, especially when you are not feeling well or happy, but sometimes a gesture can completely change how you are feeling. Imagine having a bad day at work and feeling awful, and then coming to your car to find a nice note on your windshield that was left by a stranger. Life is filled with these acts that give us hope and a bright outlook for better things.
We at Bright Side gathered 20 amazing photos showing selfless actions that we can learn a thing or 2 from.
1. “I shaved my head for cancer and donated my hair for a wig!”
2. “My brother-in-law saved my life by donating a kidney to me this week.”
3. A little girl put a heater outside for a cat during a cold spell.
4. “This little girl in my acting class found out that I love Harry Potter and made this for me!”
5. A little girl created a stuffed animal sleeve that covers and conceals I.V. bags
6. Marine officers brought Christmas presents for 2 boys that lost their mother.
7. I accidently left a valuable book on top of my car and some saint put it in a plastic sleeve to protect it from the rain.
8. “I was having a bad day until I saw this on my windshield.”
9. “My son wanted to thank delivery drivers for their hard work.”
10. “Today my 7-year-old donated her hair to charity...”
11. “Found and rescued 2 starving stray pit bulls this morning who were eating trash in the rain on a busy street.”
12. “My son is disabled and LOVES his motorsport. Eric Bana showed Cal his car, gave him his Lambo cap (signed).”
13. Take what you need.
14. Free bananas at the library for students who are studying for finals
15. “Yesterday I was luckily in the right place to hear about lab rats who were in need of an immediate home.”
16. “My doctor did this for me after my shot.”
17. “Decided to sponsor an animals adoption, so when someone adopts her, they will find out she’s already paid for.”
18. “4 lanes of traffic came to a halt to let them cross...”
19. This car’s owner left their sunroof open in the rain, and came back to this.
20. “We couldn’t afford to exchange Christmas presents this year, so my husband did this for me.”


brightside--2020-02-09--Why Being Close to a Great-Grandparent Means a Lot for a Child

Why Being Close to a Great-Grandparent Means a Lot for a Child It ’ s been estimated that by the year 2030 , more than 70 % of 8-year-olds will likely have a living great-grandparent .
This is very exciting news since great-grandparents play a very special role in our lives .
They can provide us with some unique and priceless things that we can ’ t get from anywhere else .
A great-grandparent can be a source of knowledge and advice for younger generations .
The first thing that comes to mind when we think about great-grandparents is the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that they are able to provide us with .
Even though it may seem outdated , they ’ ve been through so many life situations and have met so many people , that it ’ s really worth listening to what they have to say .
They provide a link to the past , making history real .
Great-grandparents are a generation that witnessed many historic events , about which we have learned from history books and movies .
For many of them , world wars , colonization , the great depression , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but rather , parts of their direct life .
And unlike a textbook , they can provide us with a real connection with the past , to make us more aware .
Any kid would only benefit from such information .
Plus , it ’ s really exciting to hear these kinds of stories firsthand !
It gives the child a sense of belonging .
“ Great-grandparents can act as a confidante , ” said Peter Harris of the Grandparents ’ Association .
“ And they can connect a child with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ memory and are the repository of information.
” This will give a child a certain sense of identity and an idea of where they come from , making them feel more included in our very big world .
Great-grandparents always express much love and care for children but in addition to that , children show this kind of emotion right back .
Since for little ones , great-grandparents may seem very old , they ’ ll want to provide them with some help and care in return , demonstrating an unchildlike level of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grow up to have a more positive attitude toward older people .
Kids will feel more connected to their families .
“ If great-grandchildren are in regular contact with their great-grandparents , it will give them a greater sense of connectedness to their families , ” said Dr. Carr , who has studied the sociology of aging .
During some research , kids were asked if there was anything they had learned from their great-grandparents and some of them replied that “ family was really important.
” It makes children more aware of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ imagine how many traditional cookie recipes your great-grandmother could have provided you with if she was still around today .
This is definitely not the same as reading them from cookbooks .
And think about how many stories she could tell you while looking at family photo albums together .
Great-grandparents will always be those good old tradition-keepers , and every kid can inherit them .

It’s been estimated that by the year 2030, more than 70% of 8-year-olds will likely have a living great-grandparent. This is very exciting news since great-grandparents play an exceptional role in our lives. They can provide us with some unique and priceless things that we can’t get from anywhere else.
We at Bright Side tried to reveal what benefits a child can have while spending more time with great-grandparents.
A great-grandparent can be a source of knowledge and advice for younger generations.
The first thing that comes to mind when we think about great-grandparents is the huge amount of unique experience and knowledge that they are able to provide us with. Even though it may seem outdated, they’ve been through so many life situations and have met so many people, that it’s really worth listening to what they have to say.
They provide a link to the past, making history real.
Great-grandparents are a generation that witnessed many historical events, about which we have learned from history books and movies. For many of them, these significant events are parts of their life. And, unlike a textbook, they can provide us with a real connection with the past to make us more aware. Any kid would only benefit from such information. Plus, it’s really exciting to hear these kinds of stories firsthand!
It gives the child a sense of belonging.
“Great-grandparents can act as a confidante,” said Peter Harris of the Grandparents’ Association. “And they can connect a child with the wider family — they have a long memory and are the repository of information.” This will give a child a certain sense of identity and an idea of where they come from, making them feel more included in our very big world.
They teach children to respect older people.
Great-grandparents always express much love and care for children but in addition to that, children show this kind of emotion right back. Since for little ones, great-grandparents may seem very old, they’ll want to provide them with some help and care in return, demonstrating an unchildlike level of respect. This will definitely help them grow up to have a more positive attitude toward older people.
It makes children more aware of their cultural traditions.
You can only imagine how many traditional cookie recipes your great-grandmother could have provided you with if she was still around today. This is definitely not the same as reading them from cookbooks. And think about how many stories she could tell you while looking at family photo albums together. Great-grandparents will always be those good old tradition-keepers, and every kid can inherit them.
Have you been lucky enough to have met your great-grandparents? Share your stories with us in the comment section!
Please note: This article was updated in March 2022 to correct source material and factual inaccuracies.


brightside--2020-01-31--How Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Have Kept Their Spark Alive for Over 70 Years

How Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Have Kept Their Spark Alive for Over 70 Years 10 .
Their marriage is based on love .
Back in 1934 , 8-year-old Elizabeth attended the wedding of Philip ’ s cousin and met the young man himself , who was 5 years older than her .
Then , 5 years later , right before World War II , Elizabeth saw 18-year-old Philip again and immediately fell in love with him .
Since that time ( and Elizabeth was only 13 at that moment ! )
, she couldn ’ t think of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ World War II , while Philip was serving as a Royal Navy officer , the 2 stayed in love and were exchanging letters with each other .
When Philip came back in 1946 , he proposed to her and she gave her “ yes ” right away .
But the couple had to keep their engagement a secret until Elizabeth ’ s 21st birthday .
It wasn ’ t officially announced until July 9 , 1947 and the couple were finally married on November 20th that same year .
9 .
They made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ marry Elizabeth , Philip had to make a whole lot of sacrifices .
First , he gave up all of his previous titles .
Then , he had to become a naturalized British citizen because Elizabeth ’ s parents were not thrilled with his German family roots .
None of his German family members , including Philip ’ s 3 sisters , were even allowed to come to their wedding .
The morning of the wedding , Philip also gave up smoking .
He knew how sad Elizabeth was because of her father @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he just suddenly stopped , without any difficulties .
8 .
They always support each other .
“ The Queen wears the crown , but her husband wears the trousers .
He is the power behind the throne : steadfast , never-failingly supportive , ” Gyles Brandreth writes in his book Philip and Elizabeth : Portrait of a Royal Marriage .
Her husband ’ s support is really essential to the Queen ’ s success .
Admitting this during her speech for their golden wedding anniversary in 1997 , the Queen said , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t take easily to compliments .
He has , quite simply , been my strength and stay all these years.
” 6 .
A sense of humor is very important .
The Duke of Edinburgh is known as a funny man .
And thanks to his incredible sense of humor , he has been making the Queen laugh for more than 70 years .
In 2017 , during her annual Christmas address , the Queen noted her husband ’ s recent retirement from public appearances , but said she knew his “ unique @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as ever.
” Philip even gave a funny nickname to his wife — “ sausage.
” One story behind this nickname goes like this : the Queen doesn ’ t have a naturally smiley face , so when she has to meet and greet thousands of people at various receptions and parties , she often looks grumpy .
During one of these formal occasions in Sydney , Philip said to his wife , “ Don ’ t look so sad , Sausage.
” 5 .
They never share the same bedroom .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had separate bedrooms , and the Queen with her husband are no exception .
In 1949 , the couple moved to Clarence House near Buckingham Palace , where each of them had their own bedroom .
Prince Philip ’ s cousin , Lady Pamela Hicks , tried to explain this arrangement : “ You don ’ t want to be bothered with snoring or someone flinging a leg around .
Then , when you ’ re feeling cozy , you share your room sometimes .
It is lovely to be able to choose.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to each other .
No matter how much time they spend away from each other , the Queen and Prince Philip never stop communicating via any possible means of communication .
For example , after World War II broke out and Philip served in the British Royal Navy , they frequently wrote to each other .
Even today , since the Duke retired from active duty in 2017 and started living a quiet life at Wood Farm on their Sandringham estate in Norfolk , the couple continues speaking every day on the phone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the Queen on their 50th anniversary , “ The main lesson that we have learned is that tolerance is the one essential ingredient of any happy marriage .
It may not be quite so important when things are going well , but it is absolutely vital when the going gets difficult.
” In that way , he praised his wife for her abundance of tolerance .
2 .
They value each other ’ s presents .
Among her personal belongings , the Queen definitely favors her Scarab brooch , the one that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She chooses to wear it quite often — even when performing a speech for the 50th anniversary of her first televised Christmas message , she chose this piece of jewelry which has a high sentimental value .
By doing this , Queen Elizabeth silently pays tribute to her husband Prince Philip .
1 .
They never regret their decisions .

In 2017, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip celebrated their seventieth wedding anniversary. This date made their marriage the longest royal marriage ever in history. Let’s find out together how the royal couple managed to maintain their love and affection through all those years.
We at Bright Side chose 10 facts and stories about the marriage between Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip that will show you the real power of royal love.
10. Their marriage was based on love.
Back in 1934, 8-year-old Elizabeth attended the wedding of Philip’s cousin and met the young man himself, who was 5 years older than her. Then, 5 years later, right before World War II, Elizabeth saw 18-year-old Philip again and immediately fell in love with him. Since that time (Elizabeth was only 13 at that moment), she couldn’t think of anybody else except for Philip. During World War II, while Philip was serving as a Royal Navy officer, the 2 stayed in love and were exchanging letters with each other. When Philip came back in 1946, he proposed to her and she gave her “yes” right away. But the couple had to keep their engagement a secret until Elizabeth’s twenty-first birthday. It wasn’t officially announced until July 9, 1947, and the couple was finally married on November 20 that same year.
9. They made their own sacrifices.
In order to marry Elizabeth, Philip had to make a whole lot of sacrifices. First, he gave up all of his previous titles. Then he had to become a naturalized British citizen because Elizabeth’s parents were not thrilled with his German roots. None of his German family members, including Philip’s 3 sisters, were even allowed to come to their wedding.
8. They always supported each other.
“The Queen wears the crown, but her husband wears the trousers. He is the power behind the throne: steadfast, never-failingly supportive,” Gyles Brandreth writes in his book Philip and Elizabeth: Portrait of a Royal Marriage. Her husband’s support is really essential to the Queen’s success. Admitting this during her speech for their golden wedding anniversary in 1997, the Queen said, “He is someone who doesn’t take easily to compliments. He has, quite simply, been my strength and stay all these years.”
7. They had common interests.
Collecting wildlife art, going on picnics in the Scottish heather, and making barbecuing — the couple always knows how to pass the time, enjoying each other’s presence.
6. A sense of humor was very important.
The Duke of Edinburgh is known as a funny man. And thanks to his incredible sense of humor, he had been making the Queen laugh for more than 70 years. In 2017, during her annual Christmas address, the Queen noted her husband’s recent retirement from public appearances but said she knew his “unique sense of humor will remain as strong as ever.” Philip even once gave a funny nickname to his wife, “Sausage.” One story behind this nickname goes like this: the Queen doesn’t have a naturally smiley face, so when she has to meet and greet thousands of people at various receptions and parties, she often looks grumpy. During one of these formal occasions in Sydney, Philip said to his wife, “Don’t look so sad, Sausage.”
5. They never shared the same bedroom.
In England, the upper class have always had separate bedrooms, and the Queen with her husband are no exception. In 1949, the couple moved to Clarence House near Buckingham Palace, where each of them had their own bedroom. Prince Philip’s cousin, Lady Pamela Hicks, tried to explain this arrangement: “You don’t want to be bothered with snoring or someone flinging a leg around. Then, when you’re feeling cozy, you share your room sometimes. It is lovely to be able to choose.”
4. They never stopped talking to each other.
No matter how much time they spent away from each other, the Queen and Prince Philip never stopped communicating via any possible means of communication. For example, after World War II broke out and Philip served in the British Royal Navy, they frequently wrote to each other. Even in their later years, when the duke retired from active duty in 2017 and started living a quiet life at Wood Farm on their Sandringham estate in Norfolk, the couple continued to speak every day on the phone.
3. Tolerance was the key.
As Philip said in a toast to the Queen on their 50th anniversary, “The main lesson that we have learned is that tolerance is the one essential ingredient of any happy marriage. It may not be quite so important when things are going well, but it is absolutely vital when the going gets difficult.” In that way, he praised his wife for her abundance of tolerance.
2. They valued each other’s presents.
Among her personal belongings, the Queen definitely favors her Scarab brooch, the one that her husband gave her in 1966. She chooses to wear it quite often — even when performing a speech for the 50th anniversary of her first televised Christmas message, she chose this piece of jewelry which has a high sentimental value. By doing this, Queen Elizabeth silently pays tribute to her husband Prince Philip.
1. They never regreted their decisions.
In their time together, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip spent more than 70 years together. And even after such a long time, they both felt that their choice was absolutely right. Back in 1972, the Queen even said in her silver wedding speech, “If I am asked what I think about family life after 25 years of marriage, I can answer with equal simplicity and conviction, I am for it.”
Do you know any other examples of an everlasting love between 2 people? Tell us your stories in the comments below!
Please note: This article was updated in August 2022 to correct source material and factual inaccuracies.


brightside--2020-01-31--A Rescued Kitten Has Grown Up Under the Watchful Eye of a Superhero Protector

A Rescued Kitten Has Grown Up Under the Watchful Eye of a Superhero Protector We all need friends .
And little fluffy kittens are no exception , especially the orphaned ones .
Kitty Koma was one of them .
He was alone on the street with his eyes still unopened .
Luckily , he was taken home and his owner immediately found a friend for him .
It turned out to be the Japanese superhero , Ultraman , who protected the kitty in his first days .
We at Bright Side are moved by this wonderful friendship and we invite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us and look at these sweet guys .
Ultraman was the same size as the kitten .
And he always watched the fluffy guy while he was sleeping .
Even after Koma has grown ... ... Ultraman saw his first steps .
And later , he could use the kitty for a fun ride .
... and supported each other in difficult times .
But Ultraman still watches him sleep .
They continue chatting as usual and hanging out together .
They are best friends !
Their friendship will never end .
Does @ @ @ @ @ @ @ What is it ?
We ’ d like to see photos of your fluffy baby with their friend in the comments .

We all need friends. And little fluffy kittens are no exception, especially the orphaned ones. Kitty Koma was one of them. He was alone on the street with his eyes still unopened. Luckily, he was taken home and his owner immediately found a friend for him. It turned out to be the Japanese superhero, Ultraman, who protected the kitty in his first days.
We at Bright Side are moved by this wonderful friendship and we invite you to share these warm feelings with us and look at these sweet guys.
Ultraman was the same size as the kitten.
And he always watched the fluffy guy while he was sleeping.
Even after Koma has grown...
...Ultraman saw his first steps.
And later, he could use the kitty for a fun ride.
They had fascinating conversations.
And shared one bed!
Their love was growing.
The friends spent time playing with toys...
...and supported each other in difficult times.
Koma is no longer a small blind kitten.
But Ultraman still watches him sleep.
They continue chatting as usual and hanging out together.
They are best friends!
Their friendship will never end.


brightside--2020-01-31--20 Comics That Show What All Moms Have to Overcome

The birth and raising of a baby can be one of the best things a woman can go through .
@ @ @ @ @ motherhood can sometimes be , having moments of distress , stress , and even depression @ @ @ @ @ thing is that you are not alone : an illustrator and mother decided to share @ @ @ @ @ very interesting way .

The birth and raising of a baby can be one of the best things a woman can go through. Although, as demanding as motherhood can sometimes be, having moments of distress, stress, and even depression are normal. The best thing is that you are not alone: an illustrator and mother decided to share her day-to-day life in a very interesting way.


brightside--2020-01-31--Why the Friends You Make at Work Mean So Much to You

Why the Friends You Make at Work Mean So Much to You Around 70 % of working people say that having friends at work is an important factor to having a happy work life .
This kind of friendship comes with a lot of perks inside and even outside your work place .
If you think about past jobs you did n't like that much , the only thing you miss is the people you worked with .
They make us happier and more motivated Having a friend at work boosts our happiness .
Having them by our side is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ make us feel less stressed .
If economists put a price on these kinds of relationships , in terms of happiness , seeing a friend every day at work is the same as earning $ 100,000 more every year .
If we are working in a positive and friendly environment , where we get along with the people around us , we feel more engaged , focused , and overall motivated .
We want to do good around our friends because we are working toward the same goals .
They can help us @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that people who have a friend at work are 43 % more likely to receive praise for their work .
If you create strong bonds with work colleagues , it will have a very positive impact on your productivity , as you will work more effectively with them .
We can always receive guidance from colleagues , but the best and most honest advice will always come from our friends .
They are comfortable enough to criticize us in a positive way and we will generally be able to accept it better .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , they will tell us their tips on how to do better and how to improve our performance .
They know the real us .
If we are working full-time ( 8 hours a day ) , we will end up spending a lot of time with them .
They have seen us on our best and worst days .
They know how we celebrate happiness and how we demonstrate stress .
We even share some of our deepest secrets with them , since they are there when things are happening .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their struggles in work and they know ours .
They can even be the same struggles .
We deal with the same people every day and pretty much have the same routine .
No one will understand our struggles better than they will .
They are necessary if you want a successful career .
Having friends at work boosts our mood and gives us the emotional and psychological support to deal with our job .
This will make us more comfortable and willing to do our best , consequently giving us more chances @ @ @ @ @ @ @ having friends at work helps you get through the day ?
Or do you believe that getting this comfortable is not the best option ?

Around 70% of working people say that having friends at work is an important factor in having a happy work life. This kind of friendship comes with many perks inside and even outside your workplace. If you think about past jobs you didn’t like that much, the only thing you miss is the people you worked with.
Bright Side will now explain the reasons why having friends at work is so important to all of us.
They make us happier and more motivated
Having a friend at work boosts our happiness. Having them by our side is good for our overall well-being and will make us feel less stressed. If economists put a price on these kinds of relationships, in terms of happiness, seeing a friend every day at work is the same as earning $100,000 more every year. If we are working in a positive and friendly environment, where we get along with the people around us, we feel more engaged, focused, and overall motivated. We want to do good around our friends because we are working toward the same goals.
They can help us increase our productivity.
A study found that people who have a friend at work are 43% more likely to receive praise for their work. If you create strong bonds with work colleagues, it will have a very positive impact on your productivity, as you will work more effectively with them.
They give us guidance.
We can always receive guidance from colleagues, but the best and most honest advice will always come from our friends. They feel comfortable enough to criticize us positively, and we will generally be able to accept it better. If they’re more experienced than us, they’ll give us their tips to do better and improve our performance.
They know the real us.
If we are working full-time (8 hours a day), we will end up spending a lot of time with them. They have seen us on our best and worst days. They know how we celebrate happiness and how we demonstrate stress. We even share some of our deepest secrets with them, since they are there when things are happening.
We can relate to them.
We know their struggles in work and they know ours. They can even be the same struggles. We deal with the same people every day and pretty much have the same routine. No one will understand our struggles better than they will.
They are necessary if you want a successful career.
Having friends at work boosts our mood and gives us the emotional and psychological support to deal with our job. This will make us more comfortable and willing to do our best, consequently giving us more chances to succeed.
Do you feel like having friends at work helps you get through the day? Or do you believe that getting this comfortable is not the best option?
Please note: This article was updated in May 2022 to correct source material and factual inaccuracies.


brightside--2020-01-31--People Posted the Sweetest Stories They Shared With Their Dads

People Posted the Sweetest Stories They Shared With Their Dads 1 .
“ Today I took my Dad to Costco to buy a laptop for him , and the Costco person helping us recognized him — he was a patient of his when he was a kid ( my Dad is a pediatrician ) .
We also encountered a second patient while we were waiting in line .
Proud of the lives he ’ s touched.
” 2 .
“ When I was 2 , I gave my Dad a stuffed beluga whale to keep in his work bag so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he could hold it and think of me .
18 years later , my Dad has just informed me he still brings my beluga whale to work with him every day.
” 3 .
“ My brother was the first to graduate with a Master ’ s in my family .
My dad couldn ’ t stop crying.
” 4 .
“ Went to my parents ’ house today .
My dad labeled his phone.
” 5 .
“ My dad meeting my son for the first time yesterday .
I ’ ve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Feels real good , man.
” 6 .
“ My Dad ( 79 ) went from ’ I don ’ t want that dang cat ’ to carrying her to ’ her room ’ for bed each night.
” 7 .
“ My dad the artist — going through a midlife crisis after a rough year and divorce , he decided to switch things up with his painting style .
I love it.
” 8 .
“ When I was 5 , I gave my dad a ’ ring ’ made of just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , he ’ s still wearing it.
” 9 .
“ My dad is passionate about Japanese gardens and built one in our backyard .
Thought you guys might enjoy it as well : ) ” 10 .
“ My dad built a ramp so our 20-year-old cat can still get into the bed.
” 11 .
“ My dad took my daughter fishing last summer .
This is the only picture he posted.
” 12 .
“ Dad goes after the monster in the closet ” 13.
“ Dad using video chat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phone up to his ear ... ” 14 .
“ After a year and a half of fighting in court , I just won custody of my 2 boys ( 6 and 4 ) .
So , I got them each to say , ’ Daddy , I love you ’ for my first tattoo.
” 16 .
“ The man that saved me from a life of foster care .
Happy Father ’ s Day !
” 17 .
“ Father of the year award goes to this gentleman who was taking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” 18. Who else could give the best pedicure ?
19 .
“ My dad ’ s first look at my baby sister in her wedding dress .
He is normally a tough guy .
This hit us all in the feelings.
” 20 .
“ My dad is a college professor .
When one of his student ’ s babysitters didn ’ t show , she had to take her 4-month-old daughter to class .
She started to get fussy , so he did what any good dad would do .
They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ !
” 21 .
“ Happy Father ’ s Day to the man who chose to be my father when he didn ’ t have to.
” 22 .
“ Proud of my 72-year-old father !
After 215 hours , he finally beat his first console game ever , The Legend of Zelda , Breath of the Wild !
” 23 .
“ So my dad draws pictures on his iPad , but never shares them anywhere .
I couldn ’ t help but share this one he drew of my nephew.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ used to get milkshakes together all the time .
This is my daughter and I sharing our first milkshake together .
”

Fathers have a unique way of understanding life. Their wits combined with the deep love they feel for us as their children, grant us with moving scenes that we’re lucky to capture in photographs, at least sometimes. They’re experts in good humor, yet also in dedication and passion for life. They’re capeless superheroes.
Bright Side collected some of these shots to illustrate the many things that fathers mean in their children’s lives.
1. “Today I took my Dad to Costco to buy a laptop for him, and the Costco person helping us recognized him — he was a patient of his when he was a kid (my Dad is a pediatrician). We also encountered a second patient while we were waiting in line. Proud of the lives he’s touched.”
2. “When I was 2, I gave my Dad a stuffed beluga whale to keep in his work bag so that if he ever missed me, he could hold it and think of me. 18 years later, my Dad has just informed me he still brings my beluga whale to work with him every day.”
3. “My brother was the first to graduate with a Master’s in my family. My dad couldn’t stop crying.”
4. “Went to my parents’ house today. My dad labeled his phone.”
5. “My dad meeting my son for the first time yesterday. I’ve never seen my dad so happy. Feels real good, man.”
6. “My Dad (79) went from ’I don’t want that dang cat’ to carrying her to ’her room’ for bed each night.”
7. “My dad the artist — going through a midlife crisis after a rough year and divorce, he decided to switch things up with his painting style. I love it.”
8. “When I was 5, I gave my dad a ’ring’ made of just a keychain ring. 22 years later, he’s still wearing it.”
9. “My dad is passionate about Japanese gardens and built one in our backyard. Thought you guys might enjoy it as well :)”
10. “My dad built a ramp so our 20-year-old cat can still get into the bed.”
11. “My dad took my daughter fishing last summer. This is the only picture he posted.”
12. “Dad goes after the monster in the closet”
13.“Dad using video chat for the first time, holding the phone up to his ear...”
14. “After a year and a half of fighting in court, I just won custody of my 2 boys (6 and 4). So, I got them each to say, ’Daddy, I love you’ for my first tattoo.”
15. “My dad’s Facebook story”
16. “The man that saved me from a life of foster care. Happy Father’s Day!”
17. “Father of the year award goes to this gentleman who was taking a very excited boy to the movies.”
18. Who else could give the best pedicure?
19. “My dad’s first look at my baby sister in her wedding dress. He is normally a tough guy. This hit us all in the feelings.”
20. “My dad is a college professor. When one of his student’s babysitters didn’t show, she had to take her 4-month-old daughter to class. She started to get fussy, so he did what any good dad would do. They spent almost the entire class like this!”
21. “Happy Father’s Day to the man who chose to be my father when he didn’t have to.”
22. “Proud of my 72-year-old father! After 215 hours, he finally beat his first console game ever, The Legend of Zelda, Breath of the Wild!”
23. “So my dad draws pictures on his iPad, but never shares them anywhere. I couldn’t help but share this one he drew of my nephew.”
24. “My dad and I used to get milkshakes together all the time. This is my daughter and I sharing our first milkshake together.”


brightside--2020-01-31--15+ Children Who Did Their Best to Push Their Parents’ Patience to the Limit

15+ Children Who Did Their Best to Push Their Parents ’ Patience to the Limit Children brighten anyone ’ s life ... until their pranks exceed all expectations .
Some children spill hard-to-clean drinks on the carpet , others scratch the car with keys to write “ Love you , Dad , ” and some can completely dismantle a smartphone .
Parents have to deal with all this and more every time their little ones take advantage of their lack of attention , and they really let their imagination fly !
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“ My little cousin spilled some hot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He tried to clean it up with one tissue.
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“ She did her makeup .
With dry-erase markers ... ” 4 .
“ My daughter seems to think that this is how you eat a banana.
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“ My nephew really wanted to be buried in the sand until a posse of seagulls turned up.
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“ This is , obviously , the perfect spot for a nap.
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“ This was me when I was younger .
By the way , this is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the last 4 times of getting my arms stuck.
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Snapped his board in a second 10 .
Dad ’ s not going to be very happy .
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“ My toddler likes to throw things in the wash .
I must have been distracted or left the door open .
But here we are .
A whole pack of diapers ruined and a broken washer that I bought just a month ago.
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“ I thought he ran over his phone with the car , but apparently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he found it a day later it looked like this.
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Not the best driver ... 16 .
“ I saw this at the hardware store .
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Children brighten anyone’s life... until their pranks exceed all expectations. Some children spill hard-to-clean drinks on the carpet, others scratch the car with keys to write “Love you, Dad,” and some can completely dismantle a smartphone. Parents have to deal with all this and more every time their little ones take advantage of their lack of attention, and they really let their imagination fly!
Bright Side made a list of the funny stories that people experienced with kids and decided to share online.
1. “My little cousin spilled some hot chocolate on a cotton patterned rug. He tried to clean it up with one tissue.”
2. “My little brother’s ’ninja’ costume”
3. “She did her makeup. With dry-erase markers...”
4. “My daughter seems to think that this is how you eat a banana.”
5. “My nephew really wanted to be buried in the sand until a posse of seagulls turned up.”
6. “This is, obviously, the perfect spot for a nap.”
7. “This was me when I was younger. By the way, this is the fifth time I did this after the last 4 times of getting my arms stuck.”
8. Snapped his board in a second
9. “Yup, that’s rice.”
10. Dad’s not going to be very happy.
11. “My toddler likes to throw things in the wash. I must have been distracted or left the door open. But here we are. A whole pack of diapers ruined and a broken washer that I bought just a month ago.”
12. “I thought he ran over his phone with the car, but apparently his kids took it, and when he found it a day later it looked like this.”
13. “My niece did this.”
14. Not the best driver...
15. “Possibly the worst Christmas card ever created...”
16. “I saw this at the hardware store.”
17. “Hamibal Lecter”


brightside--2020-01-30--20 Rules From Kobe Bryant to Remind Us That We Should Celebrate Life

20 Rules From Kobe Bryant to Remind Us That We Should Celebrate Life Kobe Bryant ’ s and Gianna ’ @ @ @ @ @ entire world .
Everyone is still in disbelief , and countless people are mourning over @ @ @ @ @ the greatest basketball players of all time and his daughter , and this made people @ @ @ @ @ lives are .
But it also reminded people of Kobe ’ s everlasting accomplishments throughout @ @ @ @ @ his career and his personal life .
In honor of his legacy , Bright Side @ @ @ @ @ s most extraordinary quotes , that can teach us a lot about his attitude toward @ @ @ @ @ , and hard work .
Kobe was and will remain a role model for millions @ @ @ @ @ was truly amazing , his dedication to perfection and work ethic were admirable , and @ @ @ @ @ mindset that he had a very unique outlook on life .
What particularly inspires you @ @ @ @ @ success in his career as an NBA player , and in life overall ?

Kobe Bryant’s and Gianna’s sudden passing shook the entire world. Everyone is still in disbelief, and countless people are mourning over the loss of one of the greatest basketball players of all time and his daughter, and this made people remember just how fragile our lives are. But it also reminded people of Kobe’s everlasting accomplishments throughout his life, both in his career and his personal life.
In honor of his legacy, Bright Side compiled some of Kobe’s most extraordinary quotes, that can teach us a lot about his attitude toward life, success, family, and hard work.
The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do.
Once you know what failure feels like, determination chases success.
I’m extremely willful to win, and I respond to challenges. It’s not a challenge to me to win the scoring title, because I know I can.
My parents are my backbone. Still are. They’re the only group that will support you if you score zero or you score 40.
The beauty in being blessed with talent is rising above doubters to create a beautiful moment.
The moment you give up, is the moment you let someone else win.
I can’t relate to lazy people. We don’t speak the same language. I don’t understand you. I don’t want to understand you.
Pain doesn’t tell you when you ought to stop. Pain is the little voice in your head that tries to hold you back, because it knows if you continue you will change.
I have self-doubt. I have insecurity. I have fear of failure. We all have self-doubt. You don’t deny it, but you also don’t capitulate to it. You embrace it
My brain, it cannot process failure. It will not process failure. Because if I sit there and have to face myself and tell myself, “You’re a failure,” I think that’s almost worse than death.
Winning takes precedence over all. There’s no gray area. No almosts.
We can always kind of be average and do what’s normal. I’m not in this to do what’s normal.
Haters are a good problem to have. Nobody hates the good ones. They hate the great ones.
It’s the one thing you can control. You are responsible for how people remember you or don’t. So don’t take it lightly.
There’s a choice that we have to make as people, as individuals. If you want to be great at something, there is a choice you have to make. We can all be masters at our craft, but you have to make a choice.
If you are going to be a leader, you are not going to please everybody. You have to hold people accountable. Even if you have that moment of being uncomfortable.
I have nothing in common with lazy people who blame others for their lack of success. Great things come from hard work and perseverance. No excuses.
Be sad. Be mad. Be frustrated. Scream. Cry. Sulk. When you wake up, you will think it was just a nightmare only to realize it’s all too real. You will be angry and wish for the day back, the game back, THAT play back. But reality gives nothing back and nor should you.
Have a good time. Life is too short to get bogged down and be discouraged. You have to keep moving. You have to keep going. Put one foot in front of the other, smile, and just keep on rolling.
I don’t want to be the next Michael Jordan, I only want to be Kobe Bryant.
Kobe was and will remain a role model for millions of people. His life was truly amazing, his dedication to perfection and work ethic were admirable, and we can see from his mindset that he had a very unique outlook on life.


brightside--2020-01-30--17 Texts From Parents Who’ve Perfectly Mastered the Art of Sarcasm

17 Texts From Parents Who ’ ve Perfectly Mastered the Art of Sarcasm Raising kids is a challenge that sooner @ @ @ @ @ rewards .
That ’ s why parents can oftentimes feel relief when they start talking @ @ @ @ @ , playing jokes on them and being more open with them in general .
We @ @ @ @ @ with a good sense of humor and believe that open communication with no hidden worries @ @ @ @ @ and one ’ s health positively .
That being said , there ’ s a @ @ @ @ @ from the parents in our compilation .
Perhaps you ’ ve also had funny conversations @ @ @ @ @ of them will you remember for a lifetime ?

Raising kids is a challenge that sooner or later starts to bring rewards. That’s why parents can oftentimes feel relief when they start talking to their kids as equals, playing jokes on them and being more open with them in general.
We at Bright Side appreciate people with a good sense of humor and believe that open communication with no hidden worries can affect both the relationship and one’s health positively. That being said, there’s a whole lot we can learn from the parents in our compilation.
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brightside--2020-01-30--A Man Saves 3 Kitties Who Were Frozen to the Ground with Nothing but a Cup of Coffee

A Man Saves 3 Kitties Who Were Frozen to the Ground with Nothing but a Cup of Coffee 3 kittens were seen stuck and frozen into the ice , and lucky for them , a hero spotted the poor cats and saved them with some really quick thinking on his part .
Bright Side always appreciates selfless deeds , and what Kendall Diwisch did to save those little kitties was nothing short of heroic .
Frozen to the ground all night The kitties were most likely dropped off by someone and , unfortunately , they got stuck to the freezing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kendall Diwisch ’ s wells .
The cats most likely spent the entire night being stuck to the ground as Kendall found them there early in the morning .
They were in pretty bad shape , and , since time was of the essence , Kendall did the most sensible thing in that situation .
Kendall ran back to his truck , grabbed his travel mug , and used what was left of his warm coffee to try to melt the freezing ice that had caught the little fellows .
And luckily , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ little cats and brought them to his home where they recuperated completely .
Kendall shared a video of the 3 little kittens on Facebook , and the video went viral .
Sadly , the kitties were without a home , and Kendall used this as an opportunity to alert everyone on Facebook that the cats needed a new family .
Several days later , Kendall updated his post on Facebook to tell everyone that the kitties had found a new home and that the 3 of them were all going to be well @ @ @ @ @ @ @ story with a very happy ending , and we ’ re just happy that there are good people out there like Kendall , a true modern-day hero .
What do you think of this man ’ s selfless acts ?
Do you think that he deserves to be called a true hero ?
Tell us your thoughts about this story in the comments below .

3 kittens were seen stuck and frozen into the ice, and lucky for them, a hero spotted the poor cats and saved them with some really quick thinking on his part.
Bright Side always appreciates selfless deeds, and what Kendall Diwisch did to save those little kitties was nothing short of heroic.
Frozen to the ground all night
The kitties were most likely dropped off by someone and, unfortunately, they got stuck to the freezing ice near the road to one of Kendall Diwisch’s wells. The cats most likely spent the entire night being stuck to the ground as Kendall found them there early in the morning. They were in pretty bad shape, and, since time was of the essence, Kendall did the most sensible thing in that situation.
Hot coffee to the rescue
Kendall ran back to his truck, grabbed his travel mug, and used what was left of his warm coffee to try to melt the freezing ice that had caught the little fellows. And luckily, it worked. He saved the 3 little cats and brought them to his home where they recuperated completely.
Fed, healthy, and friendly
Kendall shared a video of the 3 little kittens on Facebook, and the video went viral. Sadly, the kitties were without a home, and Kendall used this as an opportunity to alert everyone on Facebook that the cats needed a new family. Several days later, Kendall updated his post on Facebook to tell everyone that the kitties had found a new home and that the 3 of them were all going to be well taken care of.
Home sweet home
This is one story with a very happy ending, and we’re just happy that there are good people out there like Kendall, a true modern-day hero.


brightside--2020-01-30--20 Retro Photos of Animals That Behave Just Like Humans

20 Retro Photos of Animals That Behave Just Like Humans Many people believe pets are good companions and sometimes prefer them to humans .
They are here in times of trouble .
They give warmth and love when you really need them .
You can also have fun with them as much as you want .
When you spend all your free time with pets , you might notice that they have adopted some of your traits , and this is not an exaggeration .
Depositphotos , an international photobank with over 140 million visuals , shares a retro collection @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spot humans have had for centuries for their beloved companions .
In this photo collection , without being distracted by colors , you can see the peculiarities of the relationships between pets and their owners , as well as explore the stories that hide behind every image .
Black and white photos have their own charm , don ’ t you think ?
Let me think about it ... Just look at them !
He ’ s just like his owner .
We just want to spend the rest of our lives laughing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ him an offer he can ’ t refuse .
Why is love so unfair ?
Looking into the future Sunbathing the whole day is so exhausting !
Will everything be alright , doctor ?
Has your pet ever adopted some of your traits ?
Share your story and images in the comment section below .

This article is sponsored by Depositphotos.
Many people believe pets are good companions and sometimes prefer them to humans. They are here in times of trouble. They give warmth and love when you really need them. You can also have fun with them as much as you want. When you spend all your free time with pets, you might notice that they have adopted some of your traits, and this is not an exaggeration.
Depositphotos, an international photobank with over 140 million visuals, shares a retro collection of authentic photos that highlight the soft spot humans have had for centuries for their beloved companions. In this photo collection, without being distracted by colors, you can see the peculiarities of the relationships between pets and their owners, as well as explore the stories that hide behind every image. Black and white photos have their own charm, don’t you think?
Let me think about it...
Hey buddy, you okay?
Don’t mess with me!
Building bridges
Rumor has it...
Just look at them!
Nice to meet you!
He’s just like his owner.
Stop, look, and listen.
We just want to spend the rest of our lives laughing.
What a wonderful life.
You’re telling stories, aren’t you?
I’m gonna make him an offer he can’t refuse.
Why is love so unfair?
Dance with me...
Looking into the future
Sunbathing the whole day is so exhausting!
Will everything be alright, doctor?
Always on guard!
My life, my rules.


brightside--2020-01-30--How Much You Pay for 11 Popular Products and What Their Real Cost Is

How Much You Pay for 11 Popular Products and What Their Real Cost Is Sometimes the price we pay as customers for a product is ridiculously high , as much as 2,000 % more than we should pay for a product , but we pay the price anyway .
Design , marketing , and transportation can add up to the retail costs of a product , but some companies take advantage of our ignorance and charge us , either because we don ’ t know how cheap it is to make them or because we ignore the fair price .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ thing until the 1930s , when a company named De Beers came up with a brilliant marketing strategy to spark their diamond sales .
They convinced couples that the more a man paid for a diamond engagement ring , the more he showed his future wife that he loved her .
He would be buying her something rare and unique , like her .
But diamonds aren ’ t all that rare , nor are they that expensive .
De Beers is one of the few and the biggest diamond companies , almost @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prices of the stones through its government allies .
So , a man pays on average $ 6,000 for an engagement ring , when the price could actually be closer to $ 500 .
Americans purchase an average of 50 billion water bottles a year , that ’ s around 20,000 bottles per second , and all of them are entirely overpriced .
The water supply is very clean in the United States , so people could fill their bottles at home with tap water .
It would be essentially the same , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ live in a very polluted area , because many companies actually just pack tap water and sell it .
But people are under the wrong impression that tap water is contaminated and bottled water isn ’ t , as a recent poll revealed , so they could keep spending $ 2.50 per bottle when they could enjoy it for $ 0.002 at home .
Businesses use cookies and other types of data to track your searches , spending habits , and the brands of technology you use , in order to show you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for an airline ticket .
They see how many times you ’ ve looked up that flight , how much you ’ ve spent before , and they show you personalized higher prices if you ’ re using a MAC computer .
This is why 2 people can buy a ticket and spend $ 1,000 and $ 500 for the same flight .
To avoid this , clear your history and cookies and try to change your device before searching for a ticket for your next vacation .
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Potato chips and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that the amount of air inside a bag of chips keeps the chips fresh and functions as a cushion throughout transportation to avoid crushing them .
The air is nitrogen , a gas found in the air that doesn ’ t compromise the safety of the chips .
But even though some air is necessary , around 42 % of the bag , some companies increase that number to up to 72 % air , leaving you with fewer potato chips to enjoy .
To avoid this , read the label to check @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be left with once you open the bag .
Funeral costs range between $ 7,000 to $ 12,000 , but in reality they could cost only a fraction of that price if it weren ’ t for unnecessary practices and the giant corporations behind them .
The practice of embalming , which isn ’ t required by law , is sold as a way to dignify the deceased and to keep everything clean .
But the World Health organization explained that bodies don ’ t pose a risk to human health and they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it .
Funeral homes also display the most expensive caskets , while hiding the cheaper ones , to convince relatives to purchase the first ones .
You ’ re around 250 times more likely to be struck by lightning in any given year , than win the lottery .
The odds of winning one American Mega Millions jackpot , for example , are 1 in 302.6 million .
There is almost no chance that you ’ ll get that money and almost every chance that you ’ ll lose all of it .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ tickets , twice a week , your total loss over a year would be $ 520 .
The chances of winning the top prize are so minimal , that the few dollars you pay for the ticket are just money thrown down the drain .
Especially because some companies continue printing and selling tickets for prizes that have already been distributed .
You ’ d be better off investing that money in any stock .
The amount of ice in your Frappuccino is larger than the rest of the other more expensive ingredients @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , spices , and cream .
That seems a bit unfair , considering ice is essentially costless for Starbucks .
What could cost you less than a dollar , ends up costing you around 5 .
But ice isn ’ t the only problem .
Major chains like Starbucks offer different sizes of coffees like Venti and Grande , but baristas will pour the same amount of espresso shots in your hot drink .
College in America is really overpriced , compared to higher education around the world .
And as if that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are through the roof — the average student will be expected to spend almost $ 1,300 per year on them .
They cost about 10 % of their selling price to print , at around $ 10 to $ 11 , but usually cost $ 100+ .
On top of that , professors also list their own books or those of their friends as required reading , adding to this unfair problem .
As if college textbooks weren ’ t already expensive , if a student needs a graphing calculator , they ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 100 .
The main manufacturer of calculators , Texas Instruments , has monopolized this market , allowing it to put high prices on its products .
The average calculator costs $ 15 to $ 20 to manufacture , but it ’ s sold for as much as 6 times that cost .
But college students still have to purchase them , since many of their college books pair mathematical exercises and illustrations with some calculator editions , like the TI-83 .
Technological corporations may say that their high profit margins that come from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ research and project development , but that doesn ’ t explain some other issues .
For example , every time you buy a printer cartridge you ’ ll pay between $ 15 to $ 50 or more , when they ’ re production cost is closer to $ 5 .
What ’ s more , half of the ink in that little plastic package will never be used for printing and even with an ink supply , your printer will refuse to operate due to a lack of ink .
The truth is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by electronics manufacturers to sell you cheap printers knowing in advance that their biggest profits will be made on the accessories , like ink .

Sometimes the price we pay as customers for a product is ridiculously high, as much as 2,000 times more than we should pay for a product, but we pay the price anyway. Design, marketing, and transportation can add up to the retail cost of a product, but some companies take advantage of our ignorance and charge us, either because we don’t know how cheap it is to make or because we just don’t know the fair price.
Bright Side will try to open your eyes about some products that cost way more than what it costs to produce them.
1. Diamond rings
Diamond engagement rings weren’t a thing until the 1930s, when a company named De Beers came up with a brilliant marketing strategy to spark their diamond sales. They convinced couples that the more a man paid for a diamond engagement ring, the more he showed his future wife that he loved her. He would be buying her something rare and unique, like her. But diamonds aren’t all that rare, nor are they that expensive. De Beers is one of the few and the biggest diamond companies, almost a monopoly that controls the supply and prices of the stones through its government allies. So, a man pays on average $6,000 for an engagement ring, when the price could actually be closer to $500.
2. Water bottles
Americans purchase an average of 50 billion water bottles a year, that’s around 20,000 bottles per second, and all of them are entirely overpriced. The water supply is very clean in the United States, so people could fill their bottles at home with tap water. It would be essentially the same, as long as you don’t live in a very polluted area, because many companies actually just pack tap water and sell it. But people are under the wrong impression that tap water is contaminated and bottled water isn’t, as a recent poll revealed, so they could keep spending $2.50 per bottle when they could enjoy it for $0.002 at home.
3. Tickets from travel websites
Businesses use cookies and other types of data to track your searches, spending habits, and the brands of technology you use, in order to show you the price they think you should pay for an airline ticket. This is why 2 people can buy a ticket and spend $1,000 and $500 for the same flight. To avoid this, clear your history and cookies and try to change your device before searching for a ticket for your next vacation.
4. Potato chips and other snacks in a bag
Companies claim that the amount of air inside a bag of chips keeps the chips fresh and functions as a cushion throughout transportation to keep them from getting crushed. They use nitrogen, a gas found in the air that doesn’t compromise the safety of the chips.
5. Coffee to go
The amount of ice in your iced coffee is larger than the rest of the other more expensive ingredients like the coffee, syrup, milk, spices, and cream. That seems a bit unfair, considering ice is essentially costless for big chains. What could cost you less than a dollar, ends up costing you around 5. But ice isn’t the only problem.
6. College textbooks
College in America is really overpriced, compared to higher education around the world. And as if that wasn’t enough, textbooks prices are through the roof — the average student will be expected to spend almost $1,300 per year on them. They cost about 10% of their selling price to print, at around $10 to $11, but usually cost $100+. On top of that, professors also list their own books or those of their friends as required reading, adding to this unfair problem.
7. Printer cartridges
Technology corporations may say that their high profit margins that come from printer cartridges allow them to do more research and project development, but that doesn’t explain some of the other issues.
Do you use any of these products regularly? Would you stop buying some of them? Tell us which and why in the comment section!
Please note: This article was updated in July 2022 to correct source material and factual inaccuracies.


brightside--2020-01-29--A Study Claims That Having Kids Can Make You Happier, but Only When They Move Out

A Study Claims That Having Kids Can Make You Happier , but Only When They Move Out While single and unmarried women have been considered the happiest , recent research has shown that parents can be pretty satisfied with their lives too .
They just only have to meet one small condition .
Their children have to leave the family nest and give their parents an opportunity to live by themselves .
Here at Bright Side we had a look at this curious study and are ready to share with our readers why parents may become a bit happier when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 55,000 people and here ’ s what they found : Researchers from Heidelberg University in Germany , conducted an intriguing study that revealed that people with children are happier , at an older age , than their childless peers .
Christoph Becker and his team analyzed the data from a survey of 55,000 people who are over 50 to determine the level of their emotional well-being .
The results showed that older people whose children moved out exhibited fewer symptoms of depression and apathy and were more enthusiastic about life .
Parents feel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Becker is sure that these results can be explained by the fact that parents are constantly under a lot of stress , because they have to balance their careers and taking care of their children .
They may also struggle with some financial problems and ignore their own interests for the sake of their children .
Having their offspring leave the nest , relieves this pressure and gives them more time for themselves .
But children should still spend time with their parents .
To make the separation beneficial , parents should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Becker believes that social support is extremely important for the mental health of older people and that it ’ s their grown-up children who are able to provide the necessary reassurance to their parents .
This way parents don ’ t feel lonely and still get the necessary social interaction .
Children may also take over the place of the caregivers and provide additional support to their parents at an older age .
The situation might still differ from country to country .
However , these results may not be the same in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Research conducted by sociologist Jennifer Glass from the University of Texas revealed that there ’ s a gap in happiness levels between parents and non-parents .
So in countries like Norway and Sweden , where parents are entitled to paid parental leave and greater childcare benefits , older parents living with their grown-up children still might be more satisfied with life than their childless peers , because of the additional social support they get .
Do you think that having children move out may really improve parental well-being ?
Have you or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Feel free to share your stories in the comments .

While single and unmarried women have been considered the happiest, recent research has shown that parents can be pretty satisfied with their lives too. They just only have to meet one small condition. Their children have to leave the family nest and give their parents an opportunity to live by themselves.
Here at Bright Side we had a look at this curious study and are ready to share with our readers why parents may become a bit happier when their children move out.
Researchers surveyed 55,000 people and here’s what they found:
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Researchers from Heidelberg University in Germany, conducted an intriguing study that revealed that people with children are happier, at an older age, than their childless peers. Christoph Becker and his team analyzed the data from a survey of 55,000 people who are over 50 to determine the level of their emotional well-being. The results showed that older people whose children moved out exhibited fewer symptoms of depression and apathy and were more enthusiastic about life.
Parents feel less pressure and have more free time.
Becker is sure that these results can be explained by the fact that parents are constantly under a lot of stress, because they have to balance their careers and taking care of their children. They may also struggle with some financial problems and ignore their own interests for the sake of their children. Having their offspring leave the nest, relieves this pressure and gives them more time for themselves.
But children should still spend time with their parents.
To make the separation beneficial, parents should stay in touch with their children. Becker believes that social support is extremely important for the mental health of older people and that it’s their grown-up children who are able to provide the necessary reassurance to their parents. This way parents don’t feel lonely and still get the necessary social interaction. Children may also take over the place of the caregivers and provide additional support to their parents at an older age.
The situation might still differ from country to country.
However, these results may not be the same in countries with a better childcare support system. Research conducted by sociologist Jennifer Glass from the University of Texas revealed that there’s a gap in happiness levels between parents and non-parents. So in countries like Norway and Sweden, where parents are entitled to paid parental leave and greater childcare benefits, older parents living with their grown-up children still might be more satisfied with life than their childless peers, because of the additional social support they get.
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Please note: This article was updated in August 2022 to correct source material and factual inaccuracies.