Adhering to a strict diet isn’t easy. Humans want what they want when they’re hungry. As people get older, they’ll only have so many chances to enjoy certain things. So is it on the rest of the world to police the diet of others? Sometimes, everybody just wants a treat. Redditor More_Brilliant240 wanted to discuss […] More
When someone is a guest, it’s understood that you should try to be on your best behavior. Now, plenty of people have issues and compulsions that they can’t help. So that is why boundaries are set. But sometimes people can’t help but defend breaking those boundaries. This doesn’t always end well. Redditor ProfessionalClear792 wanted to […] More
A parent’s main goal in life is loving and protecting their kids. And that starts well before the delivery room… and definitely includes it. A mom-to-be should be able to decide who is there to support and who isn’t. Redditor beautifullybroken94_ to discuss her experience and get some feedback, so naturally, she came to the […] More
A wedding guest list can be a catalyst for major life drama. It’s never intended to be, but often it leaves more hurt feelings than joyous ones. A lot of people are saddened when they learn that they are NOT on the RSVP list. Now a lot of people make assumptions and that is understandable. […] More
Everyone is different, and everyone is born with some unique features, like a rare eye color, bright blonde streaks in their hair, or particular birthmarks. But there are some people who celebrate these unique features and other close-minded people who judge people for having them, side-eyed the users of the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITAH) subReddit. […] More
Growing up with neglectful parents can be a harrowing experience. Those scars tend to never heal fully. There is a shattered trust there that can’t seem to mend. When parents are confronted about their actions, the situation almost always becomes chaotic. Redditor lain_vikito wanted to discuss her experience and get some feedback, so naturally, she […] More
A honeymoon post-wedding trip or period of seclusion for newlyweds has roots in ancient European traditions, but has evolved over time. At one point, most brides and grooms first time alone together wasn’t until after their wedding. In some cases, especially among the nobility, the couple might not even meet until the wedding. The period […] More
Content Warning: Body-Shaming, Weight-Shaming, Self-Confidence, Body Confidence, Mentions of Eating Disorders and Body Dysmorphia One of the most troubling subjects any parent will likely have to address with their children at some point is the subject of their body, what it can do, what it might look like, and unfortunately, what others might shame about […] More
Content Warning: Pregnancy Complications, Stillbirth, Grieving Mom, “Reborn” Baby Dolls Some parents have experienced what it feels like to be parents without having a living child in their home to “show for it.” While some people will push them to heal and move on, some struggle with this more than others, empathized the members of […] More
Dating a close friend’s ex has ended more than a few friendships. It’s not about jealousy and possessiveness all the time, either. If the couple has parted ways and wasn’t originally part of the same social group, it can be uncomfortable to suddenly have someone you were intimate with for years back in your life. […] More
We might not like to talk about it, but not all kids like their stepparents, or the other way around, when two people marry after previous relationships and families. But as a society, we often weirdly pressure children to act as if they loved their stepparent when they pass away, even if their relationship was […] More
There are a lot of in-law jokes, but part of the humor comes from people’s ability to relate to the situation. When a person gets married, they join a group of people who have a lifetime of interactions shaping their behavior and relationships. Anyone coming into that environment will be at a disadvantage. Having a […] More
