Perhaps The Beatles were right when they sang, "All you need is love." Some might see it as the cheesiest song in the history of music, but others see it for what it might actually be: a call to be better and kinder to one another.
Bored Panda loves bringing positive vibes to its readers' lives, so we've got another compilation of wholesome pics ready for you to enjoy. These uplifting posts come to you from the subreddit "Wholesome Memes" that has over 150k weekly visitors. So, stop your doomscrolling for a few minutes and spend some time over at "the wholesome side of the internet."
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A Wholesome Dad
Wholesome Monday Workout
I get SO many people who tell me I'm doing it too cheap. $10 for a drive and walks+salting. If they are long, the price goes up $5. I'm not doing it to make a living, I'm doing it to get outside in the hated winter. Also to stay in shape and, yes, round is a shape!
This Is Why I Love Reddit
It's hard to escape the negativity that festers online. Whether we want it or not, our social media algorithms sometimes push that kind of content for us anyway. In 2024, researchers from Stanford University found that social media platforms show us more negative news stories and posts because they drive more engagement.
News articles tend to publish more negative content, as it is more likely to go viral. Personal posts, on the other hand, tend to be more positive, but they rarely gain as much traction as sensational stories that generate outrage and clicks. The lead author of the study, Brian Knutson, says that such practices increase polarization, impact users' ability to make decisions, and decrease their well-being. "It's a sort of ‘affective pollution’ that exacerbates social strife," he explained.
Finally, A Worthy Representation Of Us! (Not Oc)
This Should Be The New Challenge To Make The World A Better Place!
Wholesome Short Round
We humans have a tendency to pay attention to negative stuff, too. Psychologists say that people have a negativity bias, so it's not just the fault of social media platforms – we gravitate toward negative news and posts. Lybi Ma, the author of How to Be Less Miserable and executive editor of Psychology Today, explains that this is an evolutionary trait.
"We are miserable by default; we have a bias toward negativity. This built-in tendency is a byproduct of evolution. Ancient humans had to be alert and ready for predators; it was important to avoid being eaten. Likewise, modern man looks for harm, whether there is danger or not. This pessimistic backdrop is the reason why we oppose the many emotions we feel," Ma explains.
Look At Her Expression! She Is Truly Treasuring This Moment
We All Need To Love One Another
Nothing Better Than Looking Out For Others …
It's important to curate an online experience that doesn't drain our battery but enriches us and helps us relax. While staying informed matters, there has to be a balance between checking out the news and getting into online fights with people about things that have no real effect on our lives.
Self-care on the internet matters. Even if it's scrolling through some silly memes, doing things that give us at least a few minutes to relax and laugh can do wonders if done consistently. Experts recommend that people develop their own digital self-care routines, as heavy technology use is related to high levels of stress and anxiety.
This Is Just Too Awesome
This Is Called Humanity
Man Invites Entire World To Celebrate Holiday
Excessive use of mobile devices can lead to other problems as well, such as:
- Poor sleep quality
- Reduced focus
- Eye strain and headaches
- Decreased physical activity
- Bad mood
I'll Take Your Entire Stock
Duolingo Can Be Good Sometimes
reminds me to do my duolingo. haven't done it in like 6 months 😭
One Trouser Leg At A Time
Yes, let's celebrate each little step, which actually is a giant leap!
You don't need to quit the internet or your smartphone cold turkey. Try taking small steps at first:
- Set up time limits. Even cutting back on your screentime by 30 minutes a day can have a huge impact in the long term. Perhaps after a few weeks, you'll be able to decrease it by a whole 60 minutes.
- Designate tech-free zones in your house. Rooms like the bedroom and the dining room are a good start. Dinners together without screens strengthen communication between family members, and smartphone-free bedtimes contribute to better sleep quality.
No Matter Who You Like You Matter
This makes me think of "As Good as it Gets" when, after all the BS and near the end of the movie Simon tells Melvin that he loves him and instead of the jerky things he had said to and about Simon replies "Simon, if that did it for me I'd be the luckiest man alive". I wept at the redemption.
Bad Day Friend
A Wholesome Boyfriend
That's how my husband is. No matter how many years or changes my body goes thru during our marriage he still loves my body and I feel the same about him. Almost 10 years and 4 girls together married.
- No screens one hour before bed. Sleep quality can suffer because of blue light exposure.
- Take breaks from devices. Reserve time for digital detox: whether that's one evening a week or a whole weekend, it can help you refresh focus and lower your anxiety levels.
- Be physically active. Don't forget to balance screen time with movement. Spending too much time in front of a screen causes both physical tension and mental fatigue. Get up and walk around at least once every hour, and take a brisk walk for at least 30 minutes every day.
Let's Keep Being Ourselves Till The Good Things Start Coming
You Can Picture Their Smiles!
When Asimov got his doctorate he'd recently written a sci fi short story called "the endochronic properties of thiotimoline", but was keeping quiet in case it made him seem frivolous. When he re entered the room, they said "what can you tell us about the endochronic properties of thiotimoline Dr Asimov?"
Little Girl And Her Favorite Trash Man
These wholesome memes might also help you fight the negativity in your life. Which ones touched you the most, Pandas? Let us know in the comments! And if you're craving more wholesome content, check out these good news stories that will inject some positivity into your life.
Wholesome Duo😀
Great Job Dad
He Did Well On Written Portion, But Not In Orals
Rest In Peace
He Asked For A Little One
Stage 3 Breast, Stage 1 Breast, Stage 3 Small Cell Lung. She Is Amazing
What A Thoughtful Gesture 🧃
Passing On Skills
My grandfather (b. 1909) taught me (F) basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry, and how to paint properly. I've lost count of the number of times I've been thankful he was willing to teach me.
Unicorn License
Neil Gaiman Comes Through ... Once Again
I Get My Keys In 24hrs
Bart Can Be Nice Too
Here Kitty Kitty
Wholesome Tall People
Just Two Friends On A Commute
Who Wants A Belly Rub?
Just Some Guys Being Dudes Over Here :)
Hearing The Words From Love
As an RN, I talk to people that have passed away, when I have been priviledged enough to be there for them, and bathing the person and preparing them for their loved ones. I spoke to my dear Tata through the night before he passed away. Also for my Nanna so she knew I was there.
As Real As It Gets : )
"He may have been your father, but he wasn't your dad." - Mary Poppins
Rip Hagrid
I Can’t Believe She Actually Did It, LOL
Wholesome Girlfriend
Glad He’s Back And Feeling All The Support 💕
Have To Love Lecturers That Try This Hard
I Miss My Gma
Warmed My Heart On A Cold Winter Day
The video game, "Horizon: Forbidden West" did this for the actor, Lance Reddick, who mo-capped, and voiced the character Sylens. There is a beautiful little memorial in the game where you can just go, and chill.
Goat Teacher
goat stands for greatest of all time. its a compliment :)
Come On Guys, They're Trying Their Best
Antibodies Go Brrrrrr
Wholesome Man
And if cheese is full of fat and people still love it, does it mean...?
Her Dad's Response ❤
Wholesome But Sad
Does This Make You Happy Too?
Miss My Granny
Just In Case You Need It
As long as you're not still doing it. Most of my current s***w-ups are old mistakes disguised as new ones.
When The Weeknd Uploaded A Fan's Drawing As Profile Photo On Instagram
Break The Cycle!
Wish I had that. I'm the family dissapointment, the underachiever. Nothing I did was ever good enough, not for anyone. I'M never good enough. Not for family. Friends. Definitely not love.
Good Old Days
If we said we were full, our grandmother would say "Let me see your belly" then lightly push on your stomach and say something like "There's a little space left right here" Worked every time XD
Pretty [oc]
Wholesome Goofy
Goofy was always my favorite. As a neurodivergent person, I always identified with his clumsiness, and willingness to try again no matter how hard things got, and always laughed at his own mistakes. There are GOOD reasons he got several movies that still make me cry and laugh.
I Just Want Him To Be Happy
Older Brothers Can Be Nice Too
ykw im doing this when my summer job starts. all my sisters are getting chicken nuggets 🔥
I Owe Them A Lot, This Is The Least I Can Do
Oh, I remember my first paycheck as a high school library page. $20.73. I saved up five paychecks and had a whole $100 to spend on Christmas presents!!
She Better Get A Raise
Such A Supportive Grandpa
What A Husband
Only In Japan
I Love To Get To Know You
This Happened Today. Right Now. 15 Minutes Ago
Tough to push back on health professionals. I got a call from the hospital that I, a 40 year smoker, had a spot on my chest x-ray. "So, I've had pneumonia in the past, is it possible it's scar tissue?... not discounting your diagnosis, but double check please?" Got a call back a few days later that it was, indeed, scar tissue....phew!
That's Nice To Know
75 million people find me attractive? Guys im grinning like a fool rn
The Invisible Friendship
One of my internet friends recently disappeared; she was having heart problems. I miss her. I even named my sewing machine after her.
I Actually Loved Those Walks
I Quote Myself, “Wholesomeness On A Higher Level”
An Unexpected Friendship
If that extremely low chance of me becoming a famous writer pays off, I hereby allow everyone to use any of my names and refer to me as "my writer fren" 😁
You Are Not A Loser
You A Real One Prof
I Really Want To Pay It Forward : )
Old But Gold Template
Wholesome Genie
If the genie allows you only three wishes, make the third wish be for more genies.
The Real Bill Gates
Thanks Gram Gram
He's On The Road To Becoming The Best Of Heroes
He’s Trying
My mother knows next to nothing about football but kept singing "football's coming home" when Aston Villa won the Europa Cup on Wednesday because that's the only football song she knows but she wanted her grandson, who is a d*e hard Villa fan, to know she's excited for him. ("football's coming home" is usually only chanted by England fans at international competitions. It comes from a song called Three Lions which was released in the 90's).
The Most Wholesome Parents
She Is The Best
It is with great pleasure that I must inform you, that today marked the 106th week of my having a new heart. I truly got a bonus life that day!
Congratulations and belated welcome back to the game! Here's to the donor! 🥃
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