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Whether you’re into useful tips for self-improvement, psychology, recent discoveries, mysterious stories, or just your day-to-day routine, there’s something for everyone! You can expect all that and more coming at you in five new episodes every day. If you’ve got a thirst for knowledge that never quits, then join our community! We have a good time, so take your shoes off, kick back, and make yourself at home here on the Bright Side of life!

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6 Easy Ways to Grow Taller In a Week
How to Grow Taller. Not all of us are naturally tall, and that can be frustrating. If you think there’s nothing you can do about it, you’re fortunately wrong. There are a number of things you can do to up your chances to grow up so that you can reach high shelves, and never have to worry about anyone blocking your view at the movies or concerts. This is especially true for teens and even young adults, since their bodies are still growing. Plus, want to-be-tall people have a few simple tricks up their sleeves to maximize their height.
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7 Tips to Get a Better Sleep According to Psych...
How to get rid of sleep problems? When was the last time you had a really great night’s sleep? Yesterday? Last year? When you were a child? Anything from body pain to your sleeping position to your emotions can disrupt your sleep cycle, causing you to wake up fatigued. So what’s the answer? Choose a set time to get up every morning and a time to head to bed. Try to follow this routine even during the weekends so that you don’t confuse your inner clock. This is a great way of fighting insomnia since your body will biologically begin to shut down come bedtime. It follows that, psychologically, your mind will also begin to calm down so that you fall asleep as soon as you’ve wrapped yourself in the blankets. Do you want to learn the other important tips that will make perfect sleep a reality? Then watch the video!
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10 Tips to Survive a Kidnapping According to th...
Most people don't even think about the possibility of being kidnapped. But there's a slim chance that it may happen to you. This experience is likely to be very traumatic. But if you know how to behave, the chances are high that you will come out of it unharmed. Let's imagine that criminals managed to get to you. Remind yourself that most victims of kidnappers survive their ordeal. Staying positive will help you not to lose heart. And this is the first and main step toward freedom. Remain calm, and don't threaten your captors. Be cooperative, and don't show any signs of aggression. So, do you want to find out how to deal with a kidnapping situation? Then watch our new video!
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Unveiling the Hidden Secrets Tiny Details with ...
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Tiny Heroes Unveiling the Secret Lives of Bees ...
20 min
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This Thing Reveals the Inner World of Pyramids
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The Story of Phoenix Jones – A Real Superhero o...
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The Love Hormone What Makes You Fall in Love
8 min
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30 Objects That Will Amaze You With Their True ...
Some things seem huge or tiny to us, but we can never know their true size until we see them in comparison to something else. The blue whale has the largest heart compared to any living animal. Its heart is so big that a human could swim through its veins like tunnels. The tiniest animal heart belongs to fairyflies, and you'd need a microscope to see it. Using macro photography, we will see an object that looks like a deserted location from a fantasy novel, but in fact, it's just human cheeks.
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Luxury Skyscraper Is Sinking But People Live There
The leaning tower of Pisa is one of the most famous Instagram-able spots in the world. There are pictures of people leaning on it or pretending to support it so that it doesn't fall. But did you know there’re more leaning towers out there? I’m gonna tell you all about it. Also, you’ll find out why Venice is always flooded and why London’s Big Ben is tilting.
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Why Your Takeout Food Never Tastes That Good
Have you ever wondered why things are the way they are? Like why plastic tags on bread packages have different colors. Or what those holes in a takeout box are for? These 14 hidden uses of everyday stuff will blow your mind! I'll reveal purposes of ordinary things for you and you'll be surely surprised to hear many of them!
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25 Bite-Sized Body Facts to Wow and Amaze
Ever wondered why you have toenails? They shield the tips of our toes and fingers from injuries. If you can lick your elbow easily or touch your thumb to your forearm — congratulations, you’re among the minority of people. Do you feel ticklish when you tickle yourself? Normally, you wouldn’t unless someone else tickles you. And if you can wiggle your ears intentionally, you belong to a limited group of people.
10 min
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Dark Watchers Spooking California Hikers for Ce...
Imagine that you come to sunny California and go for a hike in the mountains. But all of a sudden you have a strange, unpleasant feeling. As if someone’s watching you. Then you see some strange giant people in the horizon. What are they? This is an unusual natural phenomenon I'll tell you everything about!
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8 All-Natural Ways to Keep Mosquitoes Away
How to prevent mosquito bites? On a hot summer day, outdoor activities can be ruined by mosquitoes. These little guys can spoil every holiday, especially if you taste especially sweet! Research has proven that mosquitoes can rapidly learn and remember the smells of hosts, and that’s what makes some people more preferable than others. Bright Side found 8 natural yet super effective remedies to keep mosquitoes away from your body. Try them instead of reaching for more chemical sprays! Did you know, for example, that mosquitoes just hate garlic smell? So one of the easiest ways to make sure that mosquitoes will never fly in your direction is to eat some garlic! When you consume at least one clove, garlic oil releases from your pores, creating a powerful barrier between your skin and mosquitoes.
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15 Facts That Will Change the Way You See the W...
How to Broaden Your Horizons. In case you think you know everything about our planet and us humans, here’s a surprise for you: the world is so interesting and complicated that you can always learn more about it to get smarter and impress your friends. Pay attention to these 15 amazing shocking facts that’ll completely change the way you see the world.
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The Love Hormone What Makes You Fall in Love
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Tech Wizardry 101 Essential Tips to Master Your...
20 min
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Snails Are Born With Their Shells + Other Myths...
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Snails Are Born With Their Shells + Other Myths...
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Scientists Detected Mysterious 'Morse Code' in ...
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11+ Refreshing Facts About Everything
Here's a portion of refreshing random facts about everything! Something that never gets boring is knowing random facts, as long as they are interesting! If you’ve been looking for some nice ice-breakers or just fun conversation starters, this video is here for you! For example, did you know that it's enough to use a small amount of toothpaste to brush your teeth, the size of a pea? But the ads show that you have to cover the entire toothbrush with paste as a marketing ploy. Let's find out why they do this...
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5 Simple Natural Drinks You Can Make Within a M...
Homemade natural drinks are known for helping solve any possible problem, from weight gain to acne. But with so many recipes out there, it can be pretty overwhelming! But don’t worry, these 5 easy-to-make drinks are all you need! Do you wanna lift your mood up and increase your energy levels? Use bananas and oatmeal! Suffer from headaches and migraines? Watermelon, cucumbers, and honey can help you! Shiny, healthy, and thick hair is your dream? The best way to get it is drinking the tomato, carrot, and cucumber juice!
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20+ Body Facts I Can't Forget After Hearing Them
We're looking for wonders, exploring distant planets and discovering unusual natural phenomena. But one of the most fascinating wonders is right in the mirror - it's our body. I've gathered the most exciting body facts for you! For example, did you know that there're more nerve cells and connections in your brain than there're stars in the Milky Way? Another fascinating body fact is that you can physically see your nose, but the brain chooses to ignore it. How is it possible? We're looking for wonders, exploring distant planets and discovering unusual natural phenomena. But one of the most fascinating wonders is right in the mirror - it's our body. I've gathered the most exciting body facts for you! For example, did you know that there're more nerve cells and connections in your brain than there're stars in the Milky Way? Another fascinating body fact is that you can physically see your nose, but the brain chooses to ignore it. How is it possible?
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5 Reasons Hugging Can Hurt Certain People
It's considered that not only does hugging feel good, it also has many positive effects on our mind and body. This phenomenon has long been studied and proven by scientists. But while most humans are totally cool with dishing out hugs all day, many people feel very uncomfortable doing it. Actually, they hate touching other people in general. So, what makes a person not want to be touched? And how can you spot this kind of person so that you don’t scare them away with a warm embrace? Believe it or not, the reasons may be more deeply rooted than you think.
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That's Why People Wish On These 7 Things
Why do people make a wish at 11:11? If you happen to glance at a digital watch or clock and it’s exactly 11:11, make a wish before the time changes! Your wish will come true only if you catch this time by chance. The origin of this superstition isn’t quite clear. It might be connected with this number sequence’s symmetry that, according to New Age philosophers, has mystical powers! Even those who don't consider themselves particularly superstitious can give in to the temptation to wish upon a shooting star or birthday candles. But do you know why people started wishing on these things in the first place?
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