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50 Times People Made Each Other’s Day By Sharing Positive And Wholesome Pics Online (New Pics)
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Have you noticed just how much we’re surrounded by negativity? A whopping 90% of the news is pessimistic and being constantly pushed through our TV, phone, and computer screens, making us feel overwhelmed, stressed, and fatigued. Being actively bombarded by negative events can make us forget how much good there is in the world.
To break through the negativity and remind us that positive things are happening all around us, Bored Panda compiled a list from all over the Internet full of wholesome gestures that people did for others. Scroll down to find them, and make sure to share them with your loved ones who might need a little pick-me-up.
While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out a conversation with media expert and author of Eternity in the Ether: A Mormon Media History, Gavin Feller, PhD, speaker, media and community psychologist Dr. Alexis Moreno, and clinical director, speaker, therapist, and executive coach Alex Honigman from Wit & Reason, who kindly agreed to tell us more about the negativity of media and how to seek out positivity more.
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#1
What A Beautiful Family
TruthoftheHeart 1 year ago
So wonderful, and to think some people would find that family wrong, I just see happiness.
KieLeaHar 1 year ago
I have nobody. Sorry everyone in the BP fam, I need to pour my heart out. I’m dying on the inside 💔. I lost my beautiful furbaby 🐈⬛ Winnee 🐈⬛ last Friday 😭 . She was only 19 months old 😭. She was FINE on Thursday and on Friday she was really lethargic and sluggish and my mum kept telling me if I felt better I should take her to the vet to get checked. I checked on her the first time and she laid on my mum’s floor which she never does… again 30 minutes later and she was still lethargic and I touched her tummy and she growled and moved away… I followed her and leaned down from my mum’s bed and my baby girl’s little tummy was so, so swollen and that’s when I went into panic mode! The vet nurse was very kind and told us she believed our Winnee had cystitis.. —I lay NO BLAME OR ANGER ON ANY VET STAFF!!— They took my baby out the back for a blood test which would take about 20 mins and 50 minutes later we were still waiting… My mum went 10 mins down the road to get bread because
KieLeaHar 1 year ago
Her back was hurting so badly… and 20 minutes later the vet came in and told me that my baby had pancreatitis 😭 😭 😭… she was only 19 months old!!!! 💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔 This shouldn’t have happened! She was my tiny demon. The most unique kitten we’ve ever had the privilege of having and she was having the chance of loving and she was taken from me for SOME FÚCKING UNFAIR REASON!!!!!!!!!! I HATE LIFE!! I HATE NOVEMBER!!!! November 3rd was the 2 year mark of when I had 4 massive blood clots in my right leg try to kill me when one part broke off and was about 2cm away from my lung (the drs said another 2-3 hours and I would’ve been dead).. November 7th was the 10 year mark of when my life turned to hell on Earth when I fell gravely ill with the EVIL SEPSIS, ended up in 2 comas over a month and ended up becoming a triple amputee. My existence is a joke to the universe. 😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔 Sorry to be a downer on a happy page.
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Crystal Dafoe 1 year ago
No, they need multiple people in their lives to become well rounded humans; unlike you.
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#2
Kindness Is All About Healing, Isn't It?
TruthoftheHeart 1 year ago
Just by looking at his shirt you can tell that old man is a good person, what happened to Breonna is tragic.
#3
Here's To Kindness
arthbach 1 year ago
The kindest thing a stranger did for me was stop their car, and offer me a lift home after I'd twisted my ankle. I live in an exceptionally safe place, and there was no danger in accepting the offer. The kind man wanted to take me to hospital, but I just wanted to go home. This wonderful 'grandpa' told me about his granddaughter far, far away in Australia. His wish was that if his granddaughter needed help someone would stop to help her. He couldn't be there to help his own granddaughter, but he could help someone else's
“Constant exposure to distressing headlines can heighten feelings of anxiety, stress, and even helplessness,” Dr. Alexis Moreno and Alex Honigman, LCSW, from Wit & Reason explain.
“Over time, this focus illuminates more of what’s wrong, making it harder to recognize the positive aspects of life. Think of things like confirmation bias... It’s not that it’s untrue, just that the focus shifts. We can become so attuned to problems that our capacity to see what’s good around us diminishes, creating a dynamic that affects our overall well-being.”
#4
Rewarding Curiosity
#5
That Is So Amazing
#6
Well Done
Media expert and author of Eternity in the Ether: A Mormon Media History, Gavin Feller, PhD, says that constant exposure to negative news can push people to develop the “Mean World Syndrome.”
“This is a phenomenon George Gerbner discovered in the 1970s. When we're repeatedly exposed to negative news, we begin to see the world as a more violent and dangerous place than it really is. We begin to overestimate the amount of crime in the world, for instance. We develop anxiety, fear, and more pessimistic views. This can also then lead to self-fulfilling prophecies and confirmation bias—where we see what we're looking for,” he further explains.
#7
That Sleep Is Gonna Be So Good Tonight
michael Chock 1 year ago
Seriously, few things bring as much joy as a cozy bed. I never take mine for granted
#8
Kindness Is Always A Beautiful Act
Leoninus Fate 1 year ago
all i got was a shirt .... like really it has "i finished my chemo!" on it.... idk if i kept it
#9
Brother Makes A Dinosaur Watermelon Cake For His Nephew With Food Allergies
On the other hand, experts say that positive news can boost happiness. “Positive stories can refresh our mindset, promoting feelings of hope, joy, and connection. In fact, taking intentional breaks to consume uplifting stories can build emotional resilience, reminding us that there’s a balance in the world and helping us see possibility beyond the immediate stress,” Dr. Moreno and Honigman say.
#10
Made It To 20 Years Sober! (Oc)
#11
I'm 36 Years Old, I Started This Year Homeless, Fresh Out Of Jail Without A Dollar To My Name. I'm 6 Months Sober, I Got An Amazing GF And For The First Time In My Life, I Have A Mailbox With My Name On It
michael Chock 1 year ago (edited)
Keep up the Amazing work! Getting out of the spiral is hard, but worth it
#12
176 Animals Are Sleeping In A Home Tonight. Cleared The Shelter Was Successful
Feller adds that seeing positive things happening in the world can encourage optimism, gratitude, and a balanced worldview, counteracting our natural focus on negativity. “It also inspires what researchers call pro-social behavior—that is, actions like helping, volunteering, and showing empathy that benefit individuals and society. Positive news can also help strengthen community bonds and build mental resilience.”
#13
My Mom Crochets And Donated 48 Blankets To Sick Children This Year
#14
After Years Of Depression, Today I Started My Day With A Beach Walk
#15
I’m So Proud Of How Far I’ve Come With Needlefelting. These Are The Last 4 Dogs I Made
When we are stuck in a vicious cycle of negativity, seeking out positivity might be challenging or might not even cross our minds. Feller says that we can find more positive news by being more aware of its source and how we engage with social media.
“More and more people are getting their news from social media platforms. Search and recommendation algorithms show us what we engage with. Even the amount of time you spend watching videos will influence what you get shown next. So, to make more of it positive, be sure to like, share, and follow positive stories and do the opposite with negative stories. Then platforms will show you more positive content.”
#16
The World Needs More Positivity And My Positivity Comes From Moments Like This
#17
This Dude In Front Of Me At The Supermarket Made My Morning
Don't worry, I told him I took his photo. He was very cool.
#18
This Picture Will Make You Smile And Tear Up
arthbach 1 year ago
In the UK, only about 7% of people who are registered blind use Braille to read books/menus. Blind people are more inclined to download a .pdf, and have their screen reader software speak the options. Or another popular one is to photograph the menu, and use the software on the phone to read aloud the menu items.
We can also avoid being overwhelmed by negativity by spending time in nature and meeting up with people in person. Forcing ourselves to get out of the house is definitely worth it. After all, the saying "Go touch some grass" didn’t appear out of thin air.
#19
My Sweet Dog Has Been Fawning From A Distance Over Our Newborn Daughter For The Last Couple Of Days
We brought our first daughter home a couple days ago and our dogs have been in love ever since. They just sit and watch her from a distance and come herd family into the room when she starts crying. This is the closest we've let her get physically, but we've been sending home clothes and blankets since she was born so they can be familiar with her smell. They were also very loving towards my partner the whole pregnancy and would constantly watch over them.
Ps. Please ignore the bum clothing and unkempt appearance, it's been a long few days with a newborn.
#20
I Wanted To Share My Super Talented 11 Year Old Brothers Art! Super Proud Of Him And Love His Taste
#21
People Who Actually Care. They Are Everything
Don't listen to me 1 year ago
Well where do you live? Our library will bring books & dvds round for old people, a free service. You just ring them up. They'll even pick some out for you if you don't know what you want.
In addition, Dr. Moreno and Honigman recommend reading news in short spurts and scheduling intentional breaks. “When we do encounter negative news, pause to reflect and manage your reactions—this intentionality can prevent us from feeling overwhelmed. Be selective, not avoidant, about the news you consume,” they say.
“Remember that engaging with news consciously can create a more balanced view, helping us stay informed without letting fear or negativity dominate our perspective. It’s also useful to engage in news that is in a medium you enjoy! No judgment if you’re pulling news from comedians or other places that have fun.”
#22
He Will Be A Great Uncle
#24
I Drew An Elderly Couple Snoozing On A Plane ❤️ (Oc)
“For centuries, people have worried about the state of the world. Each generation can feel panic and fear that we've gone too far, that we're too divided, that the only way is down. But I believe the world is not any worse now than it has been in the past,” comforts Feller.
“There's a lot to celebrate. When we focus on the things within our sphere of control and let go of things we have no influence over, we'll be much happier and more fulfilled,” he concludes.
#25
Look At Its Paws
#26
Me In My First Year Of Working At My Current Job. I Love How Proud I Was When I Made These Bad Boys
#27
This Interaction That Is So Wholesome It Legitimately Brightened My Day
#28
Word To Live By
#29
My 30-Year Old Autistic Son Voted For The First Time
He was nervous and told the poll worker it was his first time voting. As we walked out, she announced to the room that he was a first time voter and everyone cheered for him. He was proud AF.
#30
This Is Beautiful
#31
Charleston, South Carolina. Kindness For The Win
#32
That Is Precious
Jane No Dough 1 year ago
It is truly the thoughtfulness that counts in gift giving, especially when they're so sweet and loving!
#33
While Working In The Garage, My Daughter Comes In With A White Tee And Slime Beard, “See? I Told You We Look Alike!”
#34
Every Year, Mama Follows The Same Path
Facility Services associates - one of whom said "She has us trained" - have old signage to gently guide her and her babies in case they look like they're about to get sidetracked. They head to the light from an open door at the end of the corridor.
#35
Small Acts Of Kindness Like This Can Change Lives
#36
Im So Happy For You
Leonie Löwenherz 1 year ago
Wikipedia to the rescue: Language Watch Edit A rainbow baby is a child born to a family that has previously lost one or more children due to stillbirth, miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, termination for medical reasons, or death during infancy.[1] These subsequent pregnancies can bring "strong feelings of anxiety, guilt, and even fear" but also "immense joy, reflection, healing, and mixed emotions". The term "rainbow" is symbolic of the hope brought by the child after the emotional storm of the previous loss
#37
This Joke, And Also Just The Joy Of Reading Calvin And Hobbes
#38
There's No Way I Can Stay Up Til 1am Anymore
#39
Teenager's Very Cool Evening Plans
#40
That Is So Cute
JenniB 1 year ago
Fun fact, I was born Feb 28 of a leap year and my mom told the doctor either she comes out today or stays in until March 1st, she didn't like the idea of me not having my "day" every year... I wonder how leaplings feel about this? Part of me thinks it would've been cool but I see mom's point.
#41
Kid's Amazing Santa Logic
#43
[oc] Today, I Bought Myself A Cake To Celebrate Finally Having 0 Debts. :)
![[oc] Today, I Bought Myself A Cake To Celebrate Finally Having 0 Debts. :)](https://www.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/6728e6092ba10_z3sc9p22vpvd1-jpeg__700.jpg?utm_campaign=rebelboost_true "[oc] Today, I Bought Myself A Cake To Celebrate Finally Having 0 Debts. :)")
#44
Last Night I Was Taking Sunset Pictures On The Beach When A Guy Walked Up And Asked Me If I'd Take A Picture Of Him And His Girlfriend. Then He Whispered "Take A Video." Next Thing I Know I'm Videoing A Proposal. I Took This Candid Shot On My Own Phone Afterwards
#45
This Is What Love Looks Like
michael Chock 1 year ago
They know you can't break the habit and don't want to lose you over those 3 days 😆
#46
This Is Amazing
Brenda Spagnola-Wilson 1 year ago
I went back to school when I was 30 & this time excelled! It's NEVER to late to go back to school! We had a member of Phi Theta Kappa (2 year schools honor society) who was almost 90 & had a 4.0gpa! She was amazing!
#47
The Little Ways Kids Are So Curious And Influenced By What They See On Screen
#48
I've Been Taking These Pictures Since March Btw. These Are Not All Recent
#49
This Is Probably The First Time Ive Seen Someone Bake A Cookie That Turned Out How They Wanted
#50
When Someone Truly Knows You, Even In The Little Things, It’s A Special Kind Of Love
Metalhead Turtle 🇺🇦 1 year ago
Can someone please explain this one to me? I've read it a few times and I don't get it.
#51
What A Loving Mom
#52
That's The Secret To Young Boys. Make Everything A Race
michael Chock 1 year ago (edited)
What you don't know is that they just finished some very large and messy chocolate ice cream cones on a hot day. That's the kind of future I want.
#53
I Would Have Cried! So Precious
Leoninus Fate 1 year ago
Mom used to tell us of my sister's first time trick or treating by herself {going to the door } at age 5 {im adopted and wasn't there till my sis was like 9} but the first time my sis went to the house she got the candy was leaving and mom told her "what do you say" and she goes "Thank you I love you!"
#55
What A Cutie
Mabelbabel 1 year ago
In our maternity hospital, there's a regional neonatal intensive care unit, and the special care baby unit. The sickest babies are in NICU, the SCBU holds the sick-but-not-as-horribly sick babies. There's another area of the neonatal unit that doesn't have a proper name, but it's known as The Garden. This is for the babies who have graduated out of NICU and SCBU, and are just waiting to fatten up a bit-babies only get discharged once they reach 5lb. So it's basically where the babies lie around like sumo wrestlers, being fed and weighed and fed again. It's lovely seeing the skinny little fragile NICU babies turn podgy.
#56
I Visited Moo Deng Today
#57
Bless This Tall Person And Everyone Who Reaches Things From High Places For Shorter People
detective miller's hat 1 year ago
Every rock/metal concert I've ever been to, my 5' self has been practically carried to the front near the stage so I could see. Metal fans are the best.
#58
As A 32 Year Old I Have Finally Achieved My 7 Year Old Dream
Jane No Dough 1 year ago
Growing up poor in a large family, nothing is more satisfying to me as an adult than knowing wherever I put whatever I buy, it will still be there when I want it.
#61
Heartwarming Random Act Of Artistry
Leoninus Fate 1 year ago
used to kinda do this when my aunt had to go to weekly dr apps, I would go with her and while waiting i would pull out my tiny watercolors and tiny sketch pad, and would draw one of the workers and when we left, i would hand it to them and they would love it, I made maybe over 22 of them mini pictures before my aunt passed on and i didn't go anymore
#62
This Kid Is A Walking Wholesome Content Generator
#63
W Parents
Leoninus Fate 1 year ago
my mom did that more then a few times for me and my friends, sadly only 2 of them have lasted since i was about 17... one that was like my sister let her partner make fun of my adopted mom dieing..... its messed up cause... my mom loved her like her own and payed for her to eat when she didn't have any and was basically homeless....
#64
They Will *always* Find The Best Spot
#65
The Woman I’m Dating Gave Me Onions And Tomatoes From Her Garden
#66
First Time Dad Things
#67
[oc] 6 Yo Son Has Made Friends With Lawn Maintenance Folks . He's Missed Them Since School Started. He Had Been Waiting Every Week To Say Hi And "Talk To Them," And Today He Was Over The Moon Getting To Use The Leaf Blower
![[oc] 6 Yo Son Has Made Friends With Lawn Maintenance Folks . He's Missed Them Since School Started. He Had Been Waiting Every Week To Say Hi And "Talk To Them," And Today He Was Over The Moon Getting To Use The Leaf Blower](https://www.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/uplifting-wholesome-pics-6-672b8205a186e__700.jpg?utm_campaign=rebelboost_true "[oc] 6 Yo Son Has Made Friends With Lawn Maintenance Folks . He's Missed Them Since School Started. He Had Been Waiting Every Week To Say Hi And \"Talk To Them,\" And Today He Was Over The Moon Getting To Use The Leaf Blower")
#68
My Grandpa Saved His Change In This Glass Jug For 70 Years, And Is Finally Letting Me Count It!
Firstname Lastname 1 year ago
164.5 pounds! $2052.76! (https://www.reddit.com/r/pics/comments/1fw8p75/update_the_70_year_old_coin_jar_has_been_sorted/?share_id=andEJ-fcTQWwSlxekMjB1&utm_content=1&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=ioscss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1)
#69
She’s Amazing! Congratulations
#70
Amazing Interaction At This Restaurant In Chinatown
JenniB 1 year ago
I looked up her user name on Twitter for the update cause I NEEDED to know how the meal was, spoiler alert it looked so GOOD! Spicy garlic pickles, fried chicken with apple and mustard sauce, braised short ribs, chicken fried rice & shrimp beef cauliflower mushroom peanut sauce, the pictures are mouth watering
#71
It’s Just So Pretty
Brenda Spagnola-Wilson 1 year ago
That's awesome! Chainmail is difficult enough. This is just beyond!
#72
In France It's Probably Illegal. As Should Be Everywhere
#74
[oc] Did My Nails To Match My Tortoise Kevin’s
![[oc] Did My Nails To Match My Tortoise Kevin’s](https://www.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/672deace00fd1_uplifting-wholesome-pics.jpg?utm_campaign=rebelboost_true "[oc] Did My Nails To Match My Tortoise Kevin’s")
Jennifer Smith 1 year ago
To match my dog my two middle fingers would be white. I might have to do this
#76
Some Random Dude Gave Me New Headlights For My Truck, I Have A Broken One. Pretty Cool
Vidas Zlioba 1 year ago
For what it's worth, a bricknose (Ford) truck has a near-cultlike following. The Bronco version is the model OJ Simpson was driving when he took the LA police on that infamous low-speed chase.
#77
Before She Passed My Mom Would Always Text Me At Exactly 1:11a, The Time I Was Born, To Wish Me Happy Birthday
#78
This Guy Having A Coffee With His Dog
Saw this guy having a coffee with his dog at a local cafe this morning and thought I’d share a wholesome moment. The doggie caught me being a sneaky pupperatzi. This was the only moment he wasn’t staring adoringly at his owner.
#79
Mister Rogers Was One Of A Kind
#80
Got Called In To Work A Night Shift On My Birthday. My Wife Surprised Me By Filling Up My Lunch Box With Presents While I Slept. I Love This Woman With My Whole Heart
#85
This Cool Zookeeper Moment
#86
Getting Positive Feedback From My Boss Validates Years Of Hard Work... Kindness & Appreciation Allow One To Achieve Even More💖 #gratitude
#87
Dream Came True
#89
It Makes The Day Better
Maisey Myles 1 year ago
For some Real squirrel fun, set out your used peanut butter jar and wait for the circus to begin
#90
5 Year Old's First Time Seeing Dolly Parton
#91
Customer Left Me An Envelope With Money
Customer messaged me in the app saying there’s an envelope for me. I picked it up and saw this note with a $5 bill inside. Thought it was super sweet and wanted to share.
#93
After 14 Years Of Toil, It Feels Insane To Finally Hold My Novel Where My Characters Once Walked
#95
This Is The Cutest Thing Ever
#98
Having Fun With Your Halloween Decorations
#99
Wholesome Study Date
BookFanatic 1 year ago
That looks like a s'mores martini. Please let s'mores martinis be a thing.
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Kalikima 1 year ago
I needed this today. I've been so depressed, and today was exceptionally bad, so I needed something to remind me it's not all bad.
LB 1 year ago
There is hope. It can get better. Wishing you all the best, and remember that what your brain is telling you doesn't have to be true.
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Tiger 1 year ago
Me too, I usually tear up a few times throughout the article 🥹😂
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Cj Churchall-McKenzie 1 year ago
hating this thing of the last post be hidden to force you to pay a subscription. seriously thinking off just going to another site that is genuinely free.
Marykay Klim 1 year ago
I don't care for the partial posts that tells me to subscribe for Premium Panda-ness.
Kalikima 1 year ago
I needed this today. I've been so depressed, and today was exceptionally bad, so I needed something to remind me it's not all bad.
LB 1 year ago
There is hope. It can get better. Wishing you all the best, and remember that what your brain is telling you doesn't have to be true.
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Me too, I usually tear up a few times throughout the article 🥹😂
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hating this thing of the last post be hidden to force you to pay a subscription. seriously thinking off just going to another site that is genuinely free.
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I don't care for the partial posts that tells me to subscribe for Premium Panda-ness.
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