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iPhones Have A Built-In White Noise Feature, And I Can't Believe I'm Just Now Learning About It
You can choose from a range of sounds: rain, stream, ocean, balanced noise, bright noise, and dark noise.
21 Shocking Stories Of Times Patients Thankfully Listened To Their Gut And Not Their Doctor
"The doctor told her no need and refused to discuss it further. She’s lucky her husband is a doctor and reached out to a colleague who is an excellent oncologist. It turned out she had breast cancer that was so aggressive, she likely would not have been able to survive it if she had waited."
If You're Pregnant Or Plan To Be, Doctors Say This Stretching Technique Can Help Prevent Tearing During Childbirth
How am I just learning about this in my 30s?...
Dermatologists Are Sharing Their Best Tips For Managing (And Preventing) Crepey Skin
Dermatologists reveal what contributes to the condition, how to prevent it, and whether any over-the-counter products actually work to eliminate crepey skin.
How Being Diagnosed With OCD Made Me Realize Everything I Thought I Knew About OCD Was Wrong
If I "let my intrusive thoughts win," I would be in jail.
A Viral TikTok Said Applying Sunscreen Was "Rubbing Cancer Into Our Skin" So I Asked A Dermatologist For The Truth
There's a lot more to it than you think.
"I Decided Not To Amputate": 16 Times Patients Went Against Their Doctors, And I'm Glad They Did
"I complained to my family doctor of fatigue. He said I was a working mother and needed a vacation. I complained of fatigue to another doctor. He said that my husband needed to take me to dinner."
If You Cope Through Humor, These 18 Funny Tweets About Anxiety Are For You
"If I could choose just one superpower, I would choose calming down."
14 People Who Have Been Betrayed By Their "Friends" Share Absolutely Unreal Stories That Will Actually Leave Your Mouth Hanging Open
"No matter how long you’ve been best friends, they can still stab you in the back."
People Are Sharing Things That They're Sick And Tired Of Hearing People Say, And I Definitely Agree With Some Of These
"People with easygoing babies don’t get it. Some babies are more difficult than others. Trust me, you can’t burp my child or calm him down at times. To my friends and family, just let me vent without giving me advice."
Older Adults Are Revealing The Things They're Simply "Getting Too Old" To Deal With Anymore, And My Millennial Self Agrees With Every Single One
"Someone said 'no cap,' and I had no idea what that meant. I'm 35. I understand it now — but who comes up with this?"
Women Are Sharing The Things They Refuse To Tolerate As They Get Older, And I Honestly Have To Agree With Almost All Of These
"As a kid, I loved sleepovers. As an adult, I hate staying in other people's houses so much I can't even put it into words."
Women Are Expressing The Worst Aspects Of Womanhood In 2023, And Everyone Needs To Read Through This List
"They think that all we are here for is procreation and taking care of our partners."
Women Are Sharing The Everyday Life Hacks And Habits They Wish They’d Learned Sooner
Whether it's a simple trick to make your day easier or something that could literally save your life, these women have you covered!
Let Your Voice Be Heard. Tell Us Your Opinions!
BuzzFeed uses polls to learn what’s important to our audience. Answer as many questions as you like and keep coming back for more!
Men Are Calling Out Other Men For The Toxic Behaviors That Have, Unfortunately, Become Normalized
"If you have to declare that you are a nice guy or that you are an 'alpha,' you are neither of those things."
Here's What A Professional Sleep Doctor Wants You To Know About The Weighted Blanket Trend That's Still All Over TikTok And Instagram
I'm prone to taking forever to fall asleep then waking up constantly at night. So in an attempt to help myself out, I bought a cooling weighted blanket earlier this summer — then consulted with a sleep doctor.
Why You Get Chin Hairs As You Get Older, According To Doctors
When random chin hairs sprout out of nowhere, it’s normal to wonder why — and what you can do about it.
21 Facts That Will Bring A Smile To Your Face
Prepare yourself for an influx of oxytocin.
"No One Warned Me": Women Are Sharing The Perimenopause And Menopause Symptoms That Took Them By Surprise In Their 30s, 40s, And 50s
The average age of menopause is 51. However, estrogen can begin to decline years earlier, often in your 30s or 40s, resulting in perimenopause.
"Eventually, Sleep Will Kick In": Sleep Psychologists Are Sharing 6 Weird Ways That Actually Help You Fall Asleep Faster
"The key to getting good sleep isn’t all about what you do, and don’t do, at night. In fact, your morning routine can have an even bigger impact on your sleep."
This Is The Biggest Early Warning Sign Of Dementia That Most People Completely Miss
Neurologists reveal the biggest early symptom of the disease and what you can do about it.
Everyone's A Combination Of Two Human Emotions. What Are Yours?
We're all a rollercoaster of emotions!
Women Are Sharing The Diagnosis They Finally Received After Having Their Symptoms Ignored For So Long
"I was told it was just normal for women to have abdominal pain and constipation, especially since I work at a desk. Turns out I had a tennis ball–sized tumor on my colon."
I'm A 37-Year-Old Breast Cancer Survivor, And My Red Flag Symptom Wasn't A Lump
We all know that a lump in the breast is the classic red flag sign, but that's not what prompted me to get checked out.
Dentists Are Begging People To Stop Eating These 6 Foods And Drinks, Because Not Even Flossing Can Save You From The Damage
"People that actually are chronic drinkers of Mountain Dew…actually come in and sometimes can exhibit decay or even destruction in their mouth, similar to people that are doing meth or something like that."
People Are Revealing The "Dead Giveaway" Signs That Someone Is A LOT Smarter Than They Let On
"You're making a point while throwing a negative filter over it — it's a bit like writing on a mirror with rotated handwriting."
"Life Isn't About That": Millennials And Older People Are Sharing The "Hard Truths" They Believe Gen-Zers Need To Hear
"They stack up and you'll feel more confident when you do what you have to do, no matter how you're feeling."
Former Friends Are Exposing Exactly When They Realized They Were Associating With Truly Awful People, And It's Infuriating
"They wanted me to suffer, and they took it so far that my company's legal, HR, and security teams even got involved..."
Dermatologists Are Sharing The 9 Worst Skincare Habits They Wish You'd Drop
“Overdoing one ingredient can not only be a waste of money, it also increases the risk of skin irritation.”
People Are Sharing Abusive Traits That Aren't Recognized As Abuse, And It's Extremely Eye-Opening
"Taking a kid's door. They will have privacy and control issues for life. Deny your kid any semblance of privacy, and they will become excellent at hiding things from you. It's a power-play punishment, and not an instructive one...at least, not in the way parents hope. It's especially backward-headed when used as a punishment for hiding things from the parents, as it reinforces that things must be hidden better."
This Common Skincare Item Is Being Used As Deodorant — Here's What Dermatologists Think
Here's what experts have to say about the social media trend.
People Have Been Calling Out Stores Like T.J. Maxx And Target For Having A "Laxative Effect," So I Spoke To An Expert To Finally Get Some Answers
If you say this has never happened to you, either you're lying or you're one of the chosen ones.
If You're Bored Of The Same Old, Here Are 101 Fun Things To Try
Got a total snoozefest on your hands? We've got you covered.
People Are Revealing How They Managed To Make Friends As An Adult, And I'm Taking Detailed Notes
"I think you have to share some type of challenging experience to bond over — like hiking or an escape room — in order to make a lasting friendship."
People Are Sharing What Forced Them To Cut Ties With A Former Best Friend Of Theirs, And It's Truly Toxic
"She literally got so jealous and told me I had to choose between her and her sister. I told her that this was childish, but she wouldn't hear it. I haven't talked to her for a couple years, and there's so much less drama in my life now."
Cold Plunging — AKA Sitting Your Ass In Cold Water — Is All The Rage Right Now, So I Tried It Myself
A cold plunge is the act of submerging your body in water that is 59 degrees Fahrenheit or less. And for all of you, I did this.
I Tried The Viral "Mousse Gel Mousse" Technique For My Waves, And OMG My Hair Has Never Looked This Good
That frizz you keep complaining about is probably just a curl waiting to happen.
17 Little Tips To Make Mondays Suck Less, According To People Who Swear By Them Weekly
"I put a fake meeting in my calendar for every Monday so nobody can book me in some BS meeting before noon."
19 Times Movies And TV Shows About Mental Health Actually Made People Say, "Yes! This Is How I Feel!"
"There was a scene where she speaks directly to her younger self and comforts her. I burst into tears and could feel my childhood self aching to be comforted as well. I started lifespan integration therapy soon after, and just celebrated two years clean."
Adults Are Sharing Things They Swore In Childhood They Would "Never Do" When They Grew Up — But, In Fact, They Definitely Do That Now
"When I was a kid, I thought adults were weird for getting excited over household products, like a new vacuum or even laundry detergent. Now that I'm almost 30, I squeal like a kid in a candy store every time I'm in the household products aisle at Target."
This 31-Year-Old Woman Shared The Subtle Signs That She Had Colon Cancer, And It's So Important
"I hope that one person sees this, gets a colonoscopy, or goes to the doctor for something they've been putting off, and it saves them."
Older Generations Are Sharing Regrets From Their 20s And 30s, And I Am Honestly Taking Notes
"I wish I had said 'no' more firmly and more often. I was so passive and went along with what people wanted, even when it wasn't what I wanted."
"It Literally Changed My Life": People Are Sharing Small Life Hacks That Have Made A Noticable Difference In Their Daily Routines
"This helps reduce my spending and helps keep me from getting stuff that's just gonna collect dust."
19 "Butterfly Effect" Stories From Real People That Prove One Choice Can Change Your Life
One small decision can change everything, for better or for worse.
"It Was Shamed Out Of Me As A Child And It's So Hard To Relearn Now": Adults Are Recalling The Life Lesson They Wish They Learned Sooner
"Sometimes, family is just a bunch of bad people who are biologically related to you."
15 Easy And Convenient Ways I'm Living A More Eco-Friendly Life That You Can Try, Too
My dad used some wire laying around and wood from an old bed to build a chicken coop, and my bed is also made from an old wooden palette!
I Tried This Creator's Viral Sleep Routine That She Says Gives Her The Best Sleep Ever, And The Lack Of Bags Under My Eyes In The Morning Showed Me She's 100% Correct
Once I saw @HannahChody bust out the silk sleep mask and mouth tape, I knew I had to try out her sleep routine for myself.
The Flower Quiz
Everyone wants to be a tulip, but you're probably a chrysanthemum.
10 People Who Take Astrology Super Seriously And 10 People Who Don’t Buy Into It At All
"Dating apps should give us the option to put that we don’t believe in astrology."
24 People Who Ended Up Cutting Ties With A "Toxic" Family Member Are Sharing The Reason Why
"Some people do not want better for themselves, and that is their choice, but that is not the case for me. I work hard to provide a better life for myself and my family, and if that makes others uncomfortable, then I choose to stay away from the toxicity."
"A Lot Of Women Who Have It Don’t Know": Bebe Rexha Discussed Her Experience With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome; Here's What Experts Want You To Know About It
PCOS is said to affect 1 in 5 women — and is most commonly diagnosed in one's 20s or 30s.
People Are Sharing The Warning Sign That Made Them Seek Out A Doctor And — Ultimately — Saved Their Lives
"My friend with benefits noticed that a mole on my back had really changed in the two or three months since we'd seen each other."
21 MORE Tips Every Woman Who Lives Alone Should Keep In Mind Because They Are THAT Helpful
"I have an ongoing group chat with friends. If we don't all say good morning or good night by a certain time, someone will call the absentee member."
This TikToker Went Viral For Sharing Sāmoan Mythology, And I Wish More People Knew About This Stuff
"The Teine Sā are a group of aitu or spirits who guard the villages of Sāmoa. They curse and possess those who offend them."
These Stories About The Effects That Religion Has Had On People's Mental Health Are As Eye-Opening As They Are Heartbreaking
"I’m 35 years old, single, never married, and still a virgin. 'Purity culture' really messed up my head growing up, and I’m not sure if I’ll ever be able to get over it."
People Are Sharing The Most Impactful Ways They Calm Their Anger, And These Tips Are Really Smart
"It may sound weird, but I find that it distracts me from the rage and gives me time to process my feelings."
Which Introvert Archetype Do You Fit Into?
I want to be a restrained introvert, but I know I'm really an anxious introvert.
"The Whole Thing Is Exhausting": Women Are Sharing The Everyday Things That Make "Being A Woman" Unnecessarily Taxing, And This Is Important
“Lay back, put your feet on the stirrups, and scooch toward me.."
People Over 50 Are Revealing A Personal Truth That They Hope Younger People Realize Sooner Than They Did
"When you're old, you finally realize it was true all along."
Women Are Sharing The Life Lesson That Took The Longest For Them To Unlearn, And I Thought I Was The Only One Who Felt This Way
"If someone feels like 'home' to you, thoroughly evaluate what home was for you growing up and really think about it."
"It's Very Therapeutic For Me": 19 Ways That People Deal With Their Depression On A Daily Basis
"It's repetitive, calming, creative — and you get the feeling of at least a bit of productivity."
My Mom Passed Away 5 Years Ago, So I Connected With A Spiritual Medium To Figure Out How To Live The Rest Of My Life Without Her
"So for the past five and a half years, I've been evaluating my relationship with spirituality and grief. While I still don't consider myself religious, I can't help but find myself getting curious about what exactly happens to us after we die."
"It's So Manipulative": People Are Revealing The Telltale Trait That Can Reveal Someone Is A Terrible Person
"It does lasting damage and can absolutely shatter a person’s self-worth."
9 Super Common Things That Can Throw Off Your Vaginal PH Balance And Tips To Restore It
Periods, skinny jeans, food, oh my... the list of things that can affect the vaginal pH balance goes on...
People Are Sharing The Therapy Session That Finally Helped Everything Make Sense For Them
"I still pull that note up and reread her words every few weeks when I doubt myself."
These Women Shared The VERY SMART Tips They Have For Living Alone, And They're Sad But Useful
I'm gonna be real: I thought I was going to know all of these tips and tricks, but boy was I wrong.
If You Can Pass This Third-Grade Science Quiz, Then I'll Be Really Impressed
I hope you haven't been sleeping through Ms. Frizzle's lessons!
Adults Are Sharing How Their Childhood Trauma Affected Them Later In Life, And It's Incredibly Eye-Opening
"After that, I started doing in-depth research — and my life started to make sense."
Answer 5 Questions And We’ll Generate A Beautiful Jane Austen–Style Sonnet For You To Give Your Mom
Let us fill out the card for you. Still looking for the perfect Mother's Day gift to go with your poem? Pick out a Greendigs house plant that's as special as she is.
Meghan Trainor Opened Up About Her Experience With Painful Intercourse And Her Diagnosis With Vaginismus, Here's What You Need To Know About This Condition
What Meghan is talking about here is not really about the size of her husband's penis — it's about a common medical condition called vaginismus that is thought to impact up to 1 in 10 women worldwide.
I Asked People To Share Their Pettiest Lies, And They Are Something Else
🎶 Tell me lies, tell me petty little lies 🎶
I Taste Tested The "Sleepy Girl Mocktail" Because So Many People Were Claiming It Helped Them Catch Some Major ZZZ's
So many people on TikTok claim this drink not only makes them happily sleepy, but also tastes amazing. So, I decided to put it to the test.
People Are Revealing The Adulthood "Myths" They Wish They Knew Sooner, And Wow, They Hit Hard
"You don't have to find the one right career path for you immediately after school. Don't pressure yourself to 'get it right on the first try.' Many jobs sound good in theory but turn out to be disappointing in reality for various reasons, so you have to learn through trial and error what to look out for. It's perfectly normal to change jobs a lot; don't listen to the Karens."
