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Life can be tough, and scrolling through the news can make it even tougher sometimes. Reading about global crises, social inequality, climate change, among other things can be quite overwhelming. But amidst all the chaos, we need to remind ourselves of all the good that is out there.

That's where the Facebook page “Weird Creepy Stuff” comes in. Despite the name, their content is far from weird or creepy. In fact, it's quite the opposite! In a world where bad news often dominates the headlines, this online community with more than 203k followers tries to spread positivity. So, take a break from the doom and gloom, and enjoy these cheerful and wholesome posts that we’ve collected from the page.

In the past, people relied on newspapers for information. Unlike today, where we're bombarded with endless live updates on our phones, daily papers had a limit to the amount of content they could provide. In addition to the constraints of space, newspapers also adhered to strict editorial guidelines that discouraged the publication from printing excessive negative information.

The 24-hour news cycle and the rise of social media platforms have led to the prevalence of negative news consumption. By constantly exposing ourselves to such information, we might feel hopeless and anxious about the state of the world.

Over time, this constant exposure can lead us to believe that the world is a much worse place than it actually is. This phenomenon is often referred to as "mean world syndrome."

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This distorted view of reality can have significant implications for individuals' mental and emotional well-being. Finding a balance is key to mitigating the effects of mean world syndrome. One way to fight the negativity of mainstream news is by enjoying wholesome content like these posts.

In general, it's common for humans to prefer negativity over positivity. One big reason is what's called the negativity bias, where we pay more attention to bad stuff. This bias likely evolved as a survival mechanism, as our ancestors avoided harm by being alert to potential threats and dangers in the environment.

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Negative news hits us harder emotionally as we're wired to feel fear and anger more intensely than happiness or calmness. That's why bad news tends to stick with us longer, especially when it includes graphic details or images.

Most of the time, newspapers strive to adhere to rules when it comes to photographs: no detailed graphic images, no faking photos, and no using offensive or vulgar pictures in the article. These principles ensure respect for public sensibilities and uphold the integrity of journalistic content. By limiting the amount of distressing visuals, the print media helps cultivate a more balanced perspective of the world for readers.

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But now (almost) everything is available online. On social media platforms, people often have the freedom to share images and information without any moderation or regulation. This means that photographs of accidents, floods, and any other event can be shared in great detail, sometimes without considering the impact it might have.

But now (almost) everything is available online. On social media platforms, people often have the freedom to share images and information without any moderation or regulation. This means that photographs of accidents, floods, and any other event can be shared in great detail, sometimes without considering the impact it might have.

For instance, the graphic images of the Boston Marathon bombing on social media caused trouble as it raised ethical concerns about sharing such sensitive content without proper context or warnings. Critics argued that such images could traumatize viewers, particularly those directly affected by the incident. This highlighted the tension between the public's right to information and the need to exercise discretion when sharing potentially disturbing content.

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Even though ethical guidelines exist, there are instances where online content lacks discretion. As a result, graphic images can be shared rapidly across platforms, potentially reaching a wide audience without any filtering. This could lead to negative portrayal of events causing unnecessary harm or distress to individuals who come across them.

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There are times when social media users may not verify the sources or authenticity of the images they share, potentially leading to the spread of misinformation or misleading content. But on the other hand, people also share wholesome content that uplifts and inspires. This includes heartwarming stories, positive affirmations, and feel-good images.

Sometimes, we just need to see the good to remember that the world isn't all bad. Which of these posts did you find most relatable or touching? Tell us a recent act of kindness you're proud of!

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Wholesome-Relatable-Jokes

Weird Creepy Stuff , faera_lane Report

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Shark Lady
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Accurate, as I sit here in my Nightmare Before Christmas jammies and waiting for my snack to cook.

Dawn Watson
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm a goth old lady and young men think I'm cute. Old men think I'm the specter of death and try to run from me. Cracks me up, ngl.

Virgil Blue
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

…I see no problems with this. Snacks are easy enough to arrange oh hissing dark one.

Forrest Hobbs
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5 months ago

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Kombatbunni
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Shhh! Don’t give our secrets away! Now where’s my chocolate?

Daycare Attendant Sun
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm an old goth. I just wear a lot of black and have to stay out of the sun because I burn so badly. I just bring an umbrella with me so I can take care of the garden.

LauraDragonWench
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hiss, but I'm not Goth - never could get the eyeliner right so I'd end up just looking like a panda. 😜

Ricardo Ferreira
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I lived with cats all my life, I can handle a woman acting like a semiferal cat.

John Hopkins
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

ok, so I'm trying to figure out why any of this is a bad thing.

Shaun Coleman
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5 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I could deal. I'm an IT guy. We live in the dark by the glow of screens.

catastrophegirl
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

yes, exactly. also, my nightmare before christmas pajama pants have deep pockets.

The Doom Song
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Okay. I have nightmare before Christmas bedding but not the pjs. Am I still cool?

HolyDiver
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would 100% rather have a woman in those jammies where pleasing her meant throwing snacks. That is seriously low effort to achieve happiness 😘 Jack is awesomesauce btw..

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