We usually expect things to go the worst possible way—whether it’s failing that crucial exam you need to get into uni, or getting painfully rejected by your best friend who you’ve been in love with since childhood. There’s something liberating about expecting the most dreadful scenario, but nothing feels better than when it turns out the opposite.
Luckily, the internet is a magical place and there’s a little corner for everything: the bad and the impossibly good. Like this community on Reddit, r/UnexpectedlyWholesome, which has been sharing incidents and cases that took a U-turn for the wholesome for the past three years since its launch on February 19, 2017.
From a boyfriend praying on Twitter for his girlfriend’s period to come today, to a landlord who said no pets allowed in the property, some things are made to have exceptions and the most wholesome outcomes. No spoilers, but who doesn’t love happily-ever-after endings?
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This Make Me Happy
Omg, that is so beautiful and I love that they got married. That is love.
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It feels like we’re living in a drought of good news. The past year hasn’t been an easy one and the general emotional state of people around the globe is not the best one. And how could it be otherwise with what we’ve all been dealing with lately?
But it turns out that feel-good news like this wholesome post can bring much-needed health benefits, especially in times of crisis. One study from Brigham Young University proved that sharing positive experiences, events, and stories has immense perks. The researchers invited participants to keep a journal of grateful experiences over four weeks, and share them with a partner twice a week. Those partners who received good news reported being in a better mood overall.
Gang Of Hagrids
Found This
That is so sad that no one would give him the time and patience he needed. So glad he eventually found someone to talk to.
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Moreover, reading bad news is able to stir up the hormones and spark the neurotransmitters that alter our mood. In the same way, exposing ourselves to positive information has a calming effect. According to the positivity advocate and writer Celia Abernethy, human-interest stories not only make us feel happier, they also increase trust and hope in humankind. “Stories about improved living and health conditions are uplifting and encouraging.”
Stories with happy endings, wholesome twists, and wonderful people assure readers that whatever happens, we will be fine because the world is full of great human beings. This hopeful thinking is what we critically need these days.
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Reddit Can Be A Great Place
Hearing The Words From Love
I Lived
Fight For Babies First Word
I'm Not Gonna Spoil Anything, Just Read It And You'll See
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So GOOD! If people took the same amount of time to praise people as they did to complain then this would be a far better world..
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Load More Replies...Mom sounds great. I truly detest this whole Karen thing (although the Kate Gosselin hairdo makes me laugh.) Just a form of bullying and name calling.
We did that at restaurants a few times. One time our server was fantastic, but people at the other table were mean to her. We noticed that and asked to speak to a manager. Poor girl got so worried, but when the manager arrived, my husband and I expressed how amazing out service was. She just stood there and didnt know what to do, but you could see it made her night (and yes, we tipped her really well too to show our appreciation!). It doesnt cost anything to be nice to people. (But we did get 2 free desserts from the manager🙈 and a bottle of wine next time we visited the same restaurant)
After four hours in a JC Penny I got home and called for a manager. I could hear the trepidation in the manager's voice. I proceeded to tell her how amazing the clerk was who helped me. She helped me for the whole four hours and I ended up spending well over $300 (this was in the 90s). The manager sighed in happiness then told me that the young clerk was up for a review and my call would ensure she got a raise. I was so happy I called. Most people only call when they're pissed.
i love that people are pointing out that the name doesn't make the person
So glad to hear this. Hubby does something similar; he loves leaving good reviews that include staff.
My husband does this whenever we go out and have good service. The managers and employees always look so nervous and it makes me sad to think of what they hear all day. I know I almost cry and don't know how to react when a parent of a student writes or calls to tell me they appreciate me. It shouldn't be so unusual.
Imagine if all women named Karen did this. As long as I'm imagining, imagine if all PEOPLE did this.
I did that at Walmart once-complimented someone to the manager. I would have loved for the manager to tell the staff, but I doubt it. She told me call the head manager-and the number she gave was the Walmart itself, and that guy had no VM.
My wife (not named Karen) does this. She will put on her best "resting bitch face" and ask for the manager, only to tell said manager that the employee did a wonderful job.
but.. why... this is manipulation lol.. imagine feeling really anxious all day then someone comes along asking for your manager so now your anxiety is really kicking in, heart's racing as you're waiting for your manager... to then hear a compliment... I know if that was me I'd be mad, like really? You've just got me all worked up to praise me? No you've just caused me unnecessary stress lol. There are so so many other ways to praise people. "I'm happy with the service you provided could I pass this on to your manager please?" LIKE WHY DO PEOPLE HAVE TO BE SO BACKHANDED LOOOL
Load More Replies...makes people feel good about the work they do after making them go out of their way during a potentially very stressful shift to get the manager.. yeah she could probably make them feel good by leaving them alone
Exactly. I can imagine the silent insults in the minds of the employees.
Load More Replies..."The More You Yell At Her, The More Money She Makes!"
That was very... how to say... original way to tell somebody to shut the f.ck up. Lol
Landlord Says No Pets Allowed, But An Exception Is Made
An Unexpected Friendship
I don’t understand that logic, since when can you only call your friends by their first name. I understand there is an etiquette when it comes to teachers, elders and royalty etc but not every Tom, D**k or Harry.
Goby Saves The Day
Instead of placing garbage cans around this beach, the city made a giant see-through fish out of some barbed wire and meshm and added a sign that says "Goby loves plastic, please feed him". Kids love feeding Goby, who is usually full by the end of the day, and taken away by the city.
Boys Like Flowers, Too
NASA Is Wholesome
She Said Good Morning
My heart breaks for this poor girl, hopefully that good morning is a small step to a long recovery.
Found This Unexpectedly Wholesome Response
George Bush Sr's Dog Got Too Fat
Wants To Learn For That Special Someone
I Was Expecting A Nice Guy Story. Although I Was Not Disappointed
Wholesome Story
Straight As Nails
I know what you are, You are in Love. Those are some deep feelings you have, you don’t need to stress/worry about labelling yourself. Just follow your heart. As David Rose on Schitt’s Creek says “I like the wine and not the label”.
I Love This
Beginning And End Of Decade
It's the greatest achieve and the greatest happiness when the dream come true. Have a good wind in your wings, young man!
Piggyback Sunset
Weird fact about me. I love talking to strangers but I don't like talking to people I know :/
This Gem I Found On Twitter Today
Wholesome Protesters
True Love
Awww, my heart is melting, my hubby started crying as I walked down the aisle. Probably crying thinking “what the f**k have I gotten myself into” hahaha.
We Have Much To Learn
Nice
Today Is The Day
Unexpectedly Wholesomeness
I have similar memories with my dad. He died 42 years ago, I'm 58 now, and I never forget that love and care he show in that subtle and warm way to me, my younger sister and my little brother.
Gordon Ramsey Hood Edition
And does he still add a lil something, something to his goodies lol.
It Never Came
Awwwww This Is Absolute Poggers
My Neighbor Almost Had My Mom Worried For His Safety
A Man Trying To Dry The Bird That Is Wet Due To The Downpour And Is About To Freeze From The Cold... With A Hair Dryer
Turned His Life Around
Wholesome Dealer
Do What Makes You Happy
Made Me Smile
Definitely Something I Would Do
#flattenthecurve
Anon Loves His Mother
Thanks Satan
A Message I Received After The Christchurch Terrorist Attack Killing A Family Member
This Man Gave A Boost Of Self-Confidence To These Girls
*5 Gang Members
Completely Out Of The Blue
It’s because you are missing an ingredient, Grandmother’s love. Now there are alternatives but they aren’t as pure in quality.
Now This Is A Rare Occurrence
Wholesome And Actually Unexpected
Thank You For Making My Day Brighter
I Was On Amazon Searching For Scrunchies. I Would Have Never Expected To Almost Cry While Reading A Review!
Well Boys, We Did It
Youtube Can Be Nice Sometimes
That Turned Out Wholesome
I Love Daddy
Love and appreciate your parents while you can. Only diamonds are forever.
He’s In La La Land
Wholesome
A Caring Developer
Fairly wholesome but it still should have been made free. I bet there are other extra options that don't help disabled people and could be easily behind a paywall (I understand the creator deserves to be paid). Now it seems like every single disabled person should have to write which seems ridiculous.
I Hope This Is Unexpected, Have A Nice Day!
If anyone wants more good natured threats and other mildly disturbing facts, this is user @biggestgaudiestpatrounuses(I may have spelled that wrong) on Tumblr
Love Comes In All Colours
Good Things Come To Those Who... Wait
Wholesome Army Recruiter
Made Me Smile
Wife Sending A Message To Her Husband Through A Reddit Post
That's My Cousin
So much oohs, aahs and awws and I absolutely loved it. This post has made my day and I certainly needed this. Thank you 😊
I read through all of them. This so wholesome, that’s a guarantee. ☺️
Since we are telling wholesome stories, I got one: One day, heavy wind knocked a tree branch onto my apartment sidewalk. When I came home expecting to have to walk around it, it was gone. Turns out the short and small elderly lady who lives next door to me moved it all by herself. I plan to do something special for 🎄 for her for doing that.
I love it when neighbours connect :) I used to move a lot and never really knew my neighbours, but I've been in one house since my kid was born, and I've gotten to know my neighbours on either side: we can natter for hours, I come and fix technology things or do computer help, and they can watch my son on the odd occasion I need to pop out to get groceries and my kid is in bed etc. It is nice :)
Load More Replies...My wholesome story: The summer before I went to college, I worked in the same manufacturing plant as my dad. One of the fork truck drivers, Rodney, was a big guy. Six foot six, 270+ pounds. Rodney had a tendency to get angry and yell. What did he tell about so much? He was angry that he was moved to second shift and he couldn't be home with his son in the evenings. His son was 14, had downs syndrome, and Rodney wanted to teach him how to swim.
So much oohs, aahs and awws and I absolutely loved it. This post has made my day and I certainly needed this. Thank you 😊
I read through all of them. This so wholesome, that’s a guarantee. ☺️
Since we are telling wholesome stories, I got one: One day, heavy wind knocked a tree branch onto my apartment sidewalk. When I came home expecting to have to walk around it, it was gone. Turns out the short and small elderly lady who lives next door to me moved it all by herself. I plan to do something special for 🎄 for her for doing that.
I love it when neighbours connect :) I used to move a lot and never really knew my neighbours, but I've been in one house since my kid was born, and I've gotten to know my neighbours on either side: we can natter for hours, I come and fix technology things or do computer help, and they can watch my son on the odd occasion I need to pop out to get groceries and my kid is in bed etc. It is nice :)
Load More Replies...My wholesome story: The summer before I went to college, I worked in the same manufacturing plant as my dad. One of the fork truck drivers, Rodney, was a big guy. Six foot six, 270+ pounds. Rodney had a tendency to get angry and yell. What did he tell about so much? He was angry that he was moved to second shift and he couldn't be home with his son in the evenings. His son was 14, had downs syndrome, and Rodney wanted to teach him how to swim.