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The Internet Isn’t Always A Dumpster Fire, And These 91 Uplifting Posts Prove It
Perhaps The Beatles were right when they sang, "All you need is love." Some might see it as the cheesiest song in the history of music, but others see it for what it might actually be: a call to be better and kinder to one another.
Bored Panda loves bringing positive vibes to its readers' lives, so we've got another compilation of wholesome pics ready for you to enjoy. These uplifting posts come to you from the subreddit "Wholesome Memes" that has over 150k weekly visitors. So, stop your doomscrolling for a few minutes and spend some time over at "the wholesome side of the internet."
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#2
This Is Why I Love Reddit
#3
Wholesome Monday Workout
Geoffrey Scott 8 hours ago
I get SO many people who tell me I'm doing it too cheap. $10 for a drive and walks+salting. If they are long, the price goes up $5. I'm not doing it to make a living, I'm doing it to get outside in the hated winter. Also to stay in shape and, yes, round is a shape!
It's hard to escape the negativity that festers online. Whether we want it or not, our social media algorithms sometimes push that kind of content for us anyway. In 2024, researchers from Stanford University found that social media platforms show us more negative news stories and posts because they drive more engagement.
News articles tend to publish more negative content, as it is more likely to go viral. Personal posts, on the other hand, tend to be more positive, but they rarely gain as much traction as sensational stories that generate outrage and clicks. The lead author of the study, Brian Knutson, says that such practices increase polarization, impact users' ability to make decisions, and decrease their well-being. "It's a sort of ‘affective pollution’ that exacerbates social strife," he explained.
#4
Finally, A Worthy Representation Of Us! (Not Oc)
#5
This Should Be The New Challenge To Make The World A Better Place!
#6
We All Need To Love One Another
We humans have a tendency to pay attention to negative stuff, too. Psychologists say that people have a negativity bias, so it's not just the fault of social media platforms – we gravitate toward negative news and posts. Lybi Ma, the author of How to Be Less Miserable and executive editor of Psychology Today, explains that this is an evolutionary trait.
"We are miserable by default; we have a bias toward negativity. This built-in tendency is a byproduct of evolution. Ancient humans had to be alert and ready for predators; it was important to avoid being eaten. Likewise, modern man looks for harm, whether there is danger or not. This pessimistic backdrop is the reason why we oppose the many emotions we feel," Ma explains.
#8
Look At Her Expression! She Is Truly Treasuring This Moment
#9
I'll Take Your Entire Stock
It's important to curate an online experience that doesn't drain our battery but enriches us and helps us relax. While staying informed matters, there has to be a balance between checking out the news and getting into online fights with people about things that have no real effect on our lives.
Self-care on the internet matters. Even if it's scrolling through some silly memes, doing things that give us at least a few minutes to relax and laugh can do wonders if done consistently. Experts recommend that people develop their own digital self-care routines, as heavy technology use is related to high levels of stress and anxiety.
#10
Nothing Better Than Looking Out For Others …
#12
This Is Just Too Awesome
Excessive use of mobile devices can lead to other problems as well, such as:
- Poor sleep quality
- Reduced focus
- Eye strain and headaches
- Decreased physical activity
- Bad mood
#13
Man Invites Entire World To Celebrate Holiday
#14
This Is Called Humanity
#15
No Matter Who You Like You Matter
Mike F 14 hours ago
This makes me think of "As Good as it Gets" when, after all the BS and near the end of the movie Simon tells Melvin that he loves him and instead of the jerky things he had said to and about Simon replies "Simon, if that did it for me I'd be the luckiest man alive". I wept at the redemption.
You don't need to quit the internet or your smartphone cold turkey. Try taking small steps at first:
- Set up time limits. Even cutting back on your screentime by 30 minutes a day can have a huge impact in the long term. Perhaps after a few weeks, you'll be able to decrease it by a whole 60 minutes.
- Designate tech-free zones in your house. Rooms like the bedroom and the dining room are a good start. Dinners together without screens strengthen communication between family members, and smartphone-free bedtimes contribute to better sleep quality.
#17
He Did Well On Written Portion, But Not In Orals
#18
One Trouser Leg At A Time
Liliana Spiro 9 hours ago
Yes, let's celebrate each little step, which actually is a giant leap!
- No screens one hour before bed. Sleep quality can suffer because of blue light exposure.
- Take breaks from devices. Reserve time for digital detox: whether that's one evening a week or a whole weekend, it can help you refresh focus and lower your anxiety levels.
- Be physically active. Don't forget to balance screen time with movement. Spending too much time in front of a screen causes both physical tension and mental fatigue. Get up and walk around at least once every hour, and take a brisk walk for at least 30 minutes every day.
#20
A Wholesome Boyfriend
MotherRobinson 3 hours ago
That's how my husband is. No matter how many years or changes my body goes thru during our marriage he still loves my body and I feel the same about him. Almost 10 years and 4 girls together married.
#21
You Can Picture Their Smiles!
Auntriarch 10 hours ago (edited)
When Asimov got his doctorate he'd recently written a sci fi short story called "the endochronic properties of thiotimoline", but was keeping quiet in case it made him seem frivolous. When he re entered the room, they said "what can you tell us about the endochronic properties of thiotimoline Dr Asimov?"
These wholesome memes might also help you fight the negativity in your life. Which ones touched you the most, Pandas? Let us know in the comments! And if you're craving more wholesome content, check out these good news stories that will inject some positivity into your life.
#22
Let's Keep Being Ourselves Till The Good Things Start Coming
#23
Wholesome Duo😀
#24
Little Girl And Her Favorite Trash Man
#25
What A Thoughtful Gesture 🧃
#28
Rest In Peace
#30
Stage 3 Breast, Stage 1 Breast, Stage 3 Small Cell Lung. She Is Amazing
#31
Neil Gaiman Comes Through ... Once Again
#32
Passing On Skills
Nikki Sevven 2 hours ago
My grandfather (b. 1909) taught me (F) basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry, and how to paint properly. I've lost count of the number of times I've been thankful he was willing to teach me.
#33
Just Some Guys Being Dudes Over Here :)
#34
As Real As It Gets : )
Luke || Kira (he/she) 4 hours ago
"He may have been your father, but he wasn't your dad." - Mary Poppins
#36
Who Wants A Belly Rub?
#38
Here Kitty Kitty
#39
Wholesome Tall People
#40
Rip Hagrid
#42
Hearing The Words From Love
Angela B 9 hours ago
As an RN, I talk to people that have passed away, when I have been priviledged enough to be there for them, and bathing the person and preparing them for their loved ones. I spoke to my dear Tata through the night before he passed away. Also for my Nanna so she knew I was there.
#43
Goat Teacher
#44
Come On Guys, They're Trying Their Best
#45
Have To Love Lecturers That Try This Hard
#47
I Miss My Gma
#48
Antibodies Go Brrrrrr
#49
Warmed My Heart On A Cold Winter Day
liam newton-harding 8 hours ago
The video game, "Horizon: Forbidden West" did this for the actor, Lance Reddick, who mo-capped, and voiced the character Sylens. There is a beautiful little memorial in the game where you can just go, and chill.
#51
When The Weeknd Uploaded A Fan's Drawing As Profile Photo On Instagram
#52
Glad He’s Back And Feeling All The Support 💕
#55
Wholesome Man
Luke || Kira (he/she) 5 hours ago
And if cheese is full of fat and people still love it, does it mean...?
#57
Just In Case You Need It
#58
Her Dad's Response ❤
#61
Break The Cycle!
Doctor Strange 10 hours ago
Wish I had that. I'm the family dissapointment, the underachiever. Nothing I did was ever good enough, not for anyone. I'M never good enough. Not for family. Friends. Definitely not love.
#62
I Owe Them A Lot, This Is The Least I Can Do
BookFanatic 14 minutes ago
Oh, I remember my first paycheck as a high school library page. $20.73. I saved up five paychecks and had a whole $100 to spend on Christmas presents!!
#65
Good Old Days
Lost Panda 14 hours ago
If we said we were full, our grandmother would say "Let me see your belly" then lightly push on your stomach and say something like "There's a little space left right here" Worked every time XD
#67
Wholesome Goofy
Laserleader 16 hours ago (edited)
Goofy was always my favorite. As a neurodivergent person, I always identified with his clumsiness, and willingness to try again no matter how hard things got, and always laughed at his own mistakes. There are GOOD reasons he got several movies that still make me cry and laugh.
#68
This Happened Today. Right Now. 15 Minutes Ago
Geoffrey Scott 7 hours ago
Tough to push back on health professionals. I got a call from the hospital that I, a 40 year smoker, had a spot on my chest x-ray. "So, I've had pneumonia in the past, is it possible it's scar tissue?... not discounting your diagnosis, but double check please?" Got a call back a few days later that it was, indeed, scar tissue....phew!
#69
Only In Japan
#70
I Love To Get To Know You
#71
An Unexpected Friendship
Luke || Kira (he/she) 5 hours ago
If that extremely low chance of me becoming a famous writer pays off, I hereby allow everyone to use any of my names and refer to me as "my writer fren" 😁
#72
The Invisible Friendship
Susan Reid Smith 12 hours ago
One of my internet friends recently disappeared; she was having heart problems. I miss her. I even named my sewing machine after her.
#77
The Real Bill Gates
#78
You Are Not A Loser
#79
That's Nice To Know
Farah (she/her) 15 hours ago
75 million people find me attractive? Guys im grinning like a fool rn
#80
You A Real One Prof
#81
I Really Want To Pay It Forward : )
#82
Thanks Gram Gram
#84
Wholesome Genie
Michael Largey 2 hours ago
If the genie allows you only three wishes, make the third wish be for more genies.
#89
He’s Trying
Loosey Goosey 2 hours ago (edited)
My mother knows next to nothing about football but kept singing "football's coming home" when Aston Villa won the Europa Cup on Wednesday because that's the only football song she knows but she wanted her grandson, who is a d*e hard Villa fan, to know she's excited for him. ("football's coming home" is usually only chanted by England fans at international competitions. It comes from a song called Three Lions which was released in the 90's).
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Don Adams 15 hours ago
It is with great pleasure that I must inform you, that today marked the 106th week of my having a new heart. I truly got a bonus life that day!
Earonn - 7 hours ago
Congratulations and belated welcome back to the game! Here's to the donor! 🥃
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Don Adams 15 hours ago
It is with great pleasure that I must inform you, that today marked the 106th week of my having a new heart. I truly got a bonus life that day!
Earonn - 7 hours ago
Congratulations and belated welcome back to the game! Here's to the donor! 🥃
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