Tuesday, January 05, 2016

10 Benefits of Being an Article Addict

Whether it's Huffington Post, Buzzfeed (my favorite), Elite Daily, Entertainment Weekly or several others, I am a sucker when it comes to articles. I could be minding my very own business, scrolling through my News Feed on Facebook, then BAM

This pops up from Huffington Post :




I have seen this video more times than I care to admit (more than 5x...in a row). Besides this bundle of joy video, there are also many other beneficial articles/videos out there ! Because we find them, we are that much better than everyone else. 


Here are 10 reasons why Article Addicts are awesome:

1. Learning Random Facts
Are you that friend that knows everything about everything? Do you wanna be?  


Maps That Prove You Don't Really Know Earth

 



13 Things You Didn't Know about Eyes

2. Telling Others you Love Them, Creatively and Publicly
Maybe you're in a long distance relationship or are away from home for the time maybe. Sending a video or article to a loved one is a great way for them to know you are thinking about them.


3. Finding Out You are NOT Alone
It's easy to feel like no one understands you or that society neglects you. Articles and videos of the internet are simply people expressing themselves. The writers may even be thinking the same wacky things that you are.


4. Informing Others about Social Issues
The great thing about our generation is the ability to spread information through social media. Given, it's not always a bad thing, but if we use that power for good, it can do amazing things.



5. Baby Animals = Happiness
'nough said.

20 Cats Who Instantly Regretted Everything



6. Connecting with Yourself
Throwbacks. Reconnect with your past and feel some nostalgia. 

90s Elementary School Memories



7. Discovering the World (without having to leave your chair)
Hey, you don't have money to travel, that's okay. Until you acquire the money, the internet has your back. Grab some popcorn and head to YouTube!
Coffee Around the World


8. Appreciating the Other Creative Beings Out There
Some articles are just plain witty and truly connect to your soul. However you are feeling, the correct video/article is out there for you.

Wedding Season is Coming!!!




9. Helping Others Love Themselves
Motivational, uplifting posts are essential to those having a hard time with themselves. Sometimes people just need a boost. 


10. ABOVE ALL: Appreciating the Little Things in Life




See? There's no need to feel guilty about spending hours reading "worthless" articles online (like this one). It is beneficial and education to use the internet for this purpose!

Books I've Read in 2016

This is an on-going list:

  1. You and Me and Him by Kris Dinnison **' (1/3/15)