You have likely heard someone joking about how men will never forget a compliment if you gave them one; in their world, a situation like this is so rare, they cherish the kind word as if it was the last butterfly on earth. But all jokes aside, some compliments are truly unforgettable, whether because of how sincere and moving they are, or because they are presented at a time you need one the most....
The guy behind this project, Paul, has kindly spoken with us twice before and told us that the inspiration for it came from similar websites on the internet, like The Museum of Ridiculously Interesting Things curated by Dr. Chelsea Nichols, which we have covered before too, and actual museums like The Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities in London. “I’m a magpie for anything oddball and unusual, especially from the past so I’m always on the lookout for stories about things like old medical devices, bad taxidermy, the occult, bad inventions, weird unsolved mysteries, and so on,” shared Paul....
When we overconfidently think we’re right and can’t seem to accept the fact that we’re not, we’re experiencing confirmation bias. A cognitive bias is a systematic thinking error that occurs in our minds when our brain attempts to simplify information about our surroundings. Processing all the data available to us takes a lot of time and energy, so our brains pick the details that agree with our pre-existing opinions and knowledge....
Take, for instance, the r/crochet subreddit, where crochet fans share their most imaginative, gorgeous, and unique patterns with one another. The community has seasoned yarn and hook users as well as newbies who share everything from expert-level to beginner-friendly designs. Scroll down to check out some of their best pictures! And don’t forget to compliment these people; they truly deserve them. However, sometimes we need a little motivation and inspiration to keep going....
Today, we have a collection of memes that are perfect for this purpose. Provided by the X page “Spill the Memes,” they are guaranteed to make anyone chuckle with their relatability. To find them, all you have to do is scroll down! While you’re busy sending them to your pals, don’t forget to check out a conversation with expat friendship coach Sarah Siegert, who kindly agreed to tell us more about maintaining friendships with memes....
At Bored Panda, we’re all about spreading smiles at the office. It’s what keeps us going and makes each day more exciting. So, to share the joy, we’ve handpicked some awesome pics of people who love to make their coworkers laugh—and probably deserve a raise for it. Check them out below and don’t forget to upvote your favorites! And it’s no wonder—according to Gallup, more than 60% of people at work feel disengaged and lack inspiration to do more than the bare minimum....
No matter the reason for creating and sharing memes, one thing is clear; nowadays they are an indivisible part of a netizen’s online presence. So, in order to fulfill the high demand for memes, there are numerous accounts and pages dedicated to such a form of content, one of which is ‘The Queen Of Sarcasm L’ Instagram account. Today, we’d like to shine a little light on it and share some of the best memes showcased by the account to over 100k of its followers....
One of the reasons Harry Potter is so wildly popular is because it appeals to both children and adults. The perfect mix of mystery and fantasy keeps readers wanting more. If you consider yourself somewhat of a grown-up Potter fan, you might want to visit the Facebook page Harry Potter Memes And Stuff. With 299 thousand followers, it’s a glorious gallery of magical content. Bored Panda has picked our favorite Harry Potter memes from the page....
The social media project has been around on Facebook for quite a while now. It was created more than five years ago, in mid-April of 2019, and continues to thrive. Sure, there are lots of great other meme genres out there! But save those ideas for other groups. In the meantime, like in most online communities, everyone’s expected to be kind and respectful of each other. The aim is to create an online space where everyone feels welcome....
Here at Bored Panda, we’ve featured this group many times, so we decided to round up the best posts. Check them out below and don’t forget to upvote your favorites! At first, Sean posted by himself, but as the community expanded, more drivers began sharing their stories. Some dogs on the page even dress up in matching UPS uniforms. Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops!...
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Nature and wild animals are my greatest passions and sources of inspiration for photography. I always strive to capture nature in its full glory and showcase the treasures it has to offer. Additionally, I aim to depict the character of these wild animals through beautiful portraits. Here are some of my photographs of animal mums. Mothers of animals show the same and greater love for their babies as do people....
Despite Jeff’s initial disinterest in their daughter, he resurfaced with demands for parental rights. One thing led to another and during Christmas dinner, the mom discovered the main reason behind this. Shockingly, Jeff wanted to use their daughter to help his grieving wife cope with the loss of their own child. As much as she wanted to distance herself and their daughter from such a manipulative scheme, the Redditor had to endure a persistent battle over her family’s well-being and even safety....
More info: Facebook Beluga the dog came to his local shelter in 2022 and due to his health problems, he was often overlooked Share icon Image credits: austinpetsalive Every day, hundreds if not thousands of wonderful dogs end up in shelters, wondering what they did wrong. Back in 2022, Beluga was one of them. He came to Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) and quickly won the hearts of shelter staff who fell in love with his sweet personality....
These tiny birds with their cartoonish looks and quirky behavior are melting hearts all over the internet. More info: Animals and Synthesizers From the funky dancing moves to the upside-down brain – there’s plenty of weirdness about the American woodcock Share icon Image credits: Kim Johnson Photography Share icon Image credits: Mark & Sandra Dennis Share icon Image credits: Martha Gane The American woodcock is the only member of its family native to North America, with the seven other woodcock species found in Europe and Asia....
Unlike being propelled by inspiration alone, Lopez is motivated by the aspiration to enhance the enjoyability of the comic panels and to refine his skills as an artist. More info: Instagram | amirlopez.com | twitter.com | Facebook | reddit.com Lopez shared his initial attraction to webcomics, stating, “I was drawn to the world of webcomics as I was following a couple of webcomic artists and figured I can do these myself....
With each new comic, Simon aims to brighten someone’s day, drawing from his own experiences and the feedback he receives from his audience. “These little 4-panel comics actually absurdly reflect many situations from my life. Now I always have to smile when I reread my new comics and I hope to make other people smile or laugh too and bring a little joy into their everyday lives,” the artist shared with Bored Panda....
Picture yourself walking through a forest, or having a cozy time at home while carving pumpkins - these are just some of the heartwarming scenes ChickenPupPie brings to life with their art. Every comic strip celebrates life’s little pleasures, urging us to appreciate the small, often overlooked moments in our everyday lives. More info: Instagram | twitter.com | imgur.com Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops!...
The artist uses a single-length fabric, and by pleating and pressing it with an iron, he shapes it to look like a portrait or a lamp, or just an abstract artwork. By carefully layering and folding, the artwork is enriched with texture and depth unlike any other. So, without further ado, let’s take a closer look at Benjamin’s fabric paintings he created so far. More info: Instagram | benjaminshine.com | youtube....
Awoo! comics, by Andy Stuart, are anything but very sweet. The themes that the artist explores are usually silly and uplifting. To get a better understanding, Andy has described the essence of his artwork himself: “The Awoo! comics came after years of making more cynical things. Setting aside time each day to put my brain in a positive space and think about guileless, wholesome comics ideas is therapeutic in a way I could not have imagined....
