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15 of the Most Quotable Movie Lines

Honestly, movie comebacks are usually the best comebacks. That might be because they've had a team of writers carefully writing and rewriting them for hours before they're filmed, but we're ignoring that small fact for now. Because there's no greater feeling than following a genuine question or situation with a great movie quote. We all do it without even realizing: those droll lines uttered during heartfelt rom-coms, stirring speeches shouted valiantly in action flicks, and righteous outbursts ...

20 Things People Do That Are So Wholesome

When you think of the world today, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the negativity that saturates our news feeds and social media. But beneath all the grime and grimness lies a world full of countless wholesome people and things. To prove this point, we've compiled a list of some awesomely heartwarming behaviors below.

1. When People Get Really Excited Over SomethingPhoto Credit: Shutterstock.

One user posted, “When people get really excited over something they enjoy.”

Another user replie...

20 Viewpoints that Just Don’t Make Sense

We all disagree with people. The key to living peacefully and keeping a close community around you is knowing how to have empathy, listen well, and disagree respectfully. And with most divisive topics, there's a way to find some empathy or understanding. But from time to time, we all encounter some viewpoint or dogma we just don't understand and can't find any sympathy with. Below, we'll explore 20 different stances from various areas of life that many people simply do not have any understanding...

What’s Something Everyone Finds Normal, but You Find Unusual

We're all aware that there are vast differences in what's considered normal around the world, and most of us have even noticed that there are differences in normal between families, small towns, different schools, etc. But have you ever found yourself in the midst of your own country or even your family and wondered How is that just normal? Well, we're with you. Whether it's something as seemingly inconsequential as a particular gesture, or more dramatic such as customs surrounding celebrations,...

20 Surprising Things You Wish You Knew at 21

Although our early 20's are an exciting era full of new-found freedom, there are a lot of ways that the choices we make in our early adulthood affect the trajectory of the next few decades. Occasionally, someone finds the right teachers, mentors and friends to really set them up well for their 20's and 30's, but often we look back after several years and wish there were things we'd known how to do differently. From finance strategies to mental health awareness, savvy knowledge can make all the d...

Will College Really Get You a Great Job?

As college tuition costs continue to skyrocket, more and more people are questioning whether a higher education is still worth it. Many argue that there are plenty of lucrative job opportunities available without a college degree, while others point out that earning one can open up doors to even better positions and significantly widen your wealth base. As this debate rages on, the question remains: is getting a college degree still worth all the money in today's economy? Below are some stories ...

Work, Home, and What Else? 15 Ideas to Find a Third Space

Do you ever feel like you're just living your life between your home and the office? Does it get crowded feeling like home is completely your responsibility, and the office is only for work? If so, you might need to find what is often referred to as a “third place.” A third place is somewhere that allows for freedom of expression and exploration without the constraints of either your home or work environment. In this post, we're discussing the top 15 ways in which you can discover how to create ...

15 Reasons Young People Can (Sort Of) Afford a Luxurious Life

There seems to be an exorbitant number of young people posting all kinds of pictures and stories about their incredible (and expensive) travels online. And alongside that, most of us young people are struggling just to find affordable housing. So what gives? How is this generation of Americans both more broke than other generations, and also traveling so much? Well, we're diving into some answers here, so keep reading!

1. It's All on CreditPhoto Credit: Shutterstock.

One user said, “I have a fr...

Are Single People Really Happier? 15 Stories About Loneliness

Each of us has wondered whether the grass is greener on the other side from time to time, but married people and parents of young kiddos especially seem to struggle. So it's important to ask: is youth and singleness all it's cracked up to be, or will the challenge of fighting for your marriage and parenting young children be the investment that really pays off?

Single life has its ups and downs—moments of joy, raw happiness, intense loneliness, sadness and everything in between. But it's ultima...

10 Van Damme Movies to Put On Your Bucket List

If you're a fan of thrilling action films, then you know that Jean-Claude Van Damme is the go-to actor for high-energy stunts and intense fighting scenes. Often referred to as “The Muscles from Brussels,” Van Damme has appeared in some of the most iconic martial arts films—like Bloodsport, Kickboxer, Double Impact and Universal Soldier. If you've seen a few classic movies with him but want to experience more insane fight choreography and gripping plots—here are 10 flicks starring the legend hims...