According to a study at Cornell University, dogs were domesticated between 9,000 and 34,000 years ago. Since that time they have been hunting, guarding, sniffing, transporting, and doing other things to help people in their everyday life. They also give us a lot of joy and help to reduce our stress level. But as our article shows they can also check our patience. Bright Side …

Adam Braun had everything he needed: a job on Wall Street, an apartment, and the opportunity to go on a round-the-world trip. But everyone has their own path to happiness. And after meeting a poor boy in India who only dreamed of having a pencil, Adam’s world was turned upside down. Bright Side discovered the story of a man who quit his prestigious job to run a charitable company and wrote a book …

Growing up watching Disney movies and listening to magical fairy tales, every girl dreams of marrying a prince. In the past, royals were forbidden to marry “commoners.” For example, King Edward VIII had to abdicate his right to the throne to marry the love of his life. But the times have changed and now any girl has the chance to become a princess. Bright Side decided to share …

Psychologists suggest that we tend to see human behaviors in our pets as a sort of projection of our own personalities. But isn’t it just so funny to see these adorable little creatures pull the most hilarious stunts? 1. When you find out you’re pregnant: 2. “My friend’s ball of fluff doing her Whitney Houston impression.” 3. “My sister’s cat seems to have had enough.” 4. Swan lake floof …

According to a recent study, 93% of Americans suspect that online photos have been edited. And it seems to be true: among 82% of Americans who have ever posted a photo online, 64% admit to editing a photo before sharing it. Nevertheless, there are still some photos that have never been touched by Photoshop. Bright Side collected some mesmerizing photos that you can enjoy without having to wonder if the …

The modern world belongs to larks. But I decided to fight the system and let myself live as a night owl. I have been going to bed no earlier than 2 AM and waking up at about 10 AM for 2 years. And this has changed my life for the better in many ways. I decided to share my experience with Bright Side readers and dispel some myths about night owls. Who are …

My apartment is on the fifth floor of a 5-story building in Istanbul. Trees don’t grow that high, the roof is flat, and my windows face the sunny side. That is why in the summer, when the temperature outside gets up to 100°F, my apartment turns into a Finnish sauna. It’s impossible to fall asleep and sleep well in these conditions. Since I don’t have an air conditioner, I have to figure out different ways …

Sometimes our lives are better than any TV show. All you need to do is look around and you’ll find a reason to laugh or ponder. People are quite weird sometimes which may get annoying, but it ensures life will never be boring! Here at Bright Side, we’ve collected several photos that pose many questions. We suggest that you smile together with us as we admire these people’s ingenuity. …

Laura Jenkinson is a London-based makeup artist, whose Instagram page has over 320k followers. She found a very creative way to present her outstanding artistic skills to the world. Laura applies colorful cosmetics on her chin and lips to create a cute tribute to all sorts of cartoon characters. From Disney to South Park, Jenkinson probably would never suffer a shortage of ideas for what to draw next. Bright …

Side sleeping is the most common sleeping position — 74% of all people do it. Professionals still argue about the best sleeping position as all of them have their benefits and downsides, and since we spend a third of our lives in bed, it’s really important to know how you can get the best rest without negatively affecting your life. Here at Bright Side, we’ve figured out …