Posts by Michelle Nati

Just because you’re in a position of authority doesn’t mean being arrogant will go over well, especially if the people working on your project don’t work directly for the company to begin with. A Redditor tells the story of one such boss, who came to the company he was doing some independent contracting for. When...

No matter what you do, you can’t win with some employers. We’ve all had bosses who we thought were happy with us, but out of nowhere, showed us they weren’t and that we were expendable after all. This Redditor tells the tale of an employer who did just this. She accepted a high-ranking position with...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve seen different takes on masks from the government, scientists, and the general public. But what’s the real story? Scientist, comedian, and author Bill Nye has spilled the tea on TikTok regarding the effectiveness of masks with a simple experiment that has gone viral. As you know, both the CDC and...

Unlike other seniors, who pass idle time putting puzzles together, these elder home residents decided to let it rock! During 2020, COVID-19 has kept most people at home for months, and seniors are no exception. They are most vulnerable to the effects of the virus. Most senior and nursing homes around the world are closed...

Did you know John Krasinski wore a wig during Season 3 of The Office? We’re willing to bet you didn’t. Initially, not even the series’ showrunner, Greg Daniels, did. During the filming of Season 3, Krasinski, who plays lovable goofball Jim Halpert, also had a significant role in the film Leatherheads, which called for him...

In 2020, we see it every day—when a scientific explanation, based on years of research by skilled people, is offered as a reason for something, someone, somewhere chimes in that they know that explanation is untrue—their common sense tells them so. How do you argue that point with someone who feels so strongly in their...

Can you imagine seeing the world from space? Doing so must be mind-blowing and yet make everything seem so small and insignificant. It’s easier than ever for astronauts to share photos of their space exploits with all of us via social media, and they often do just that. One U.S. astronaut, Robert “Bob” Behnken, shared...

If you’ve ever owned an elderly dog, you do everything in your power to make your best fur friend comfortable, as things often get harder for them to manage. If you have small dogs, you may put a ramp by your bed, or pick them up and put them down when they have to tackle...

You already know the drill—masks should be worn in public to slow the spread of COVID-19. So why do people continue to flaunt the rules? Some establishments have taken matters into their own hands and have banned non-mask wearers entirely, no ifs, ands or buts. And in many instances, as they’ve reopened for business, they’ve...

Working with customers is often harrowing for people in the service sector, especially for those who work in the restaurant industry. When a food service worker posted a story about a customer’s over-the-top response to a hamburger, he didn’t expect the deluge of replies from other restaurant workers who’ve had to deal with nonsensical requests...

“Karens” are usually middle-aged women who put their noses in other people’s business and generally make life unpleasant for all. And they’ve been around a LONG time. In fact, this story from a Redditor took place in the 1980s!!! It tells the tale of a woman who was hellbent on making life miserable for everyone...

Brainteasers and illusions are a fun way to pass the time, especially for those of us who are stuck at home. Do you remember the Yanni/Laurel and black/gold dress controversies from a few years back? Well, there’s a new audio illusion in town and a simple explanation as to how your brain deciphers messages along...

Usually, “ghosting“—when someone ends a relationship with someone else by ceasing all communication—occurs between friends and romantic partners, but it rarely happens between an employee and employer. One Redditor, however, says it happened to him when he worked at a food shop. To begin with, the place wasn’t that great for employees. It had a...

In 2020, women who complain about having to wear a mask while in a pandemic have become an everyday thing. But some Karens will attempt to wear a mask, even if it doesn’t necessarily do much… just to shut people up. This Karen in Brazil is modeling one such mask for a local salon, which...

Have you ever noticed that the sniffles come at the most inopportune times, like when you eat? Believe it or not, this is something that happens to nearly everyone, depending on what it is you’re eating. One of the main culprits is hot and spicy foods, which triggers something called gustatory rhinitis. Your nose runs...