Being weird isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Every kid is unique, and every classroom has its fair share of interesting personalities. Sometimes, a child might be unfairly labeled as the “weird” kid just because they behave differently or do things others don’t. That’s why when someone asked folks to share stories about the odd kid … Read more
“Ryan Murphy is the last person who should be covering true crime,” wrote one of many disappointed fans after watching Netflix’s latest series, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, and accusing its director of sexualizing its protagonists. The show came under fire for its representation of the eponymous brothers in promotional material, which fans … Read more
Every person is not a painter; similarly, cooking is not everyone’s cup of tea, because I think whipping up a culinary masterpiece is an art that isn’t bestowed on each one of us. Just look at me: the only good thing I can make is a strong cup of coffee, and I think that’s perfectly … Read more
Sharing a home with someone often reveals differences in certain habits, be it cooking, cleaning, or other everyday tasks they relate to. Redditor u/Sea-Mousse2216_ likely knows that better than anyone else; a clean freak herself, she has to constantly nag her husband to follow personal hygiene rules. She recently opened up to the AITA community … Read more
Have you ever seen a place that’s a bit eerie, unsettling, or even downright creepy? Maybe it’s due to the lighting, the objects that are around you, or just an overall unnerving vibe? Perhaps you’ve actually been to a similar place? A place that seems like a portal between this world and somewhere else. If … Read more
Growing up is tough enough. You certainly don’t need a sibling making your life a living hell on top of it. But, as wrong as it may be, bullies will be bullies, and sometimes there’s just no getting away from them, especially when you’re in the same family. For one woman, her brother bullied her … Read more
No parent ever wants their child to have health issues. Whether they end up with a broken arm or a serious kidney infection that lands them in the hospital, it’s incredibly painful for moms and dads to see their little ones suffer. But when children are diagnosed with conditions that will last the rest of … Read more
A relationship is a two-way street, and compromises are often necessary. But sometimes, the lines between meeting halfway and taking too much can be blurry. That’s what this Reddit user dealt with when she had to adjust her travel plans because her girlfriend feared flying. Traveling 50 hours back and forth by car was the … Read more
We all grow up in our little bubbles, surrounded by what we’ve been taught is “normal.” Because of that, it’s easy to go through life thinking everything around us is just the way it’s supposed to be—until one day, something makes you realize that some of those experiences aren’t quite right. In fact, they can … Read more
If there were a competition for the most scrutinized part of our appearance, hair would easily be a top contender. People always seem to have strong opinions on how it should look and the best way to care for it. One college student on Reddit learned this the hard way. After admitting they don’t always … Read more