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The world is full of kind and caring people, as well as adorable pets, not just scary world events. But it’s something that we all need to consistently be reminded of because our brains tend to latch on to negativity more than positivity.
To that end, we’ve compiled a list of the most heartwarming memes you’ll ever find on the internet, as shared on the aptly named ‘Wholesome Memes’ Facebook group. Continue scrolling for a good dose of soul-healing content and cuddly animal pics that might just make you go ‘aww!’
Meanwhile, read on for Bored Panda’s interview with one of the administrators of the ‘Wholesome Memes’ group.
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Oh, that is *Precious*! And that picture will be treasured for a lifetime!
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"OH MY GAWD, THEY'RE STAYING!!!!!!!"
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Dany Trejo. The best example of how to escape toxic masculinity
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Bored Panda was curious about the inspiration behind the popular Facebook group, why so many memes feature animals, as well as how to craft the perfect viral meme. One of the administrators ensuring that the entire group runs smoothly, Hamza Saeed, was kind enough to answer all of our questions. According to Saeed, the ‘Wholesome Memes’ group was inspired by one simple goal: “To create a positive and uplifting space on social media.” The admin told Bored Panda that the goal of the team was to “counter the negativity” that’s often found on the internet and social media.
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That cat looks like a disgruntled family member.
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Epsilon Epsilon Community Member Follow
Omg that's so sweet
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MrsFettesVette MrsFettesVette Community Member Follow
We truly don't deserve good teachers, they are not compensated nearly well enough or treated respectfully enough.
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They did this by fostering a community that focuses on feel-good and heartwarming content. ADVERTIsem*nT A very large number of the memes shared on the Facebook group involve animals and people’s pets. We were interested to get the administrator’s thoughts on why these sorts of memes do so well on social media. Saeed explained to us that, in his opinion, animal memes resonate with so many people because they bring people joy and evoke universal emotions in many of us. “Animals are relatable,” he said that this is how they connect with the audience. According to him, images of animals acting innocent are perfect for heartwarming memes and humor.
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What a gorgeous kitty!
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She should be number 1! For ever.
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Alistair .Brownlee Alistair .Brownlee Community Member Follow
Hopefully the basket doesn't fry away. I'll see myself out.
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Finally, Saeed shared his thoughts with us about what content creators can do to make their memes stand out from the crowd. In the ‘Wholesome Memes’ administrator’s opinion, internet users ought to focus on two things: being authentic and original. It’s through these genuine emotions that these silly and wholesome images can connect with us even stronger. If you can match up this sense of realness with a unique twist or perspective—even better! ADVERTIsem*nT Aside from that, Saeed urges content creators to keep up to date with current internet trends and take the time to engage with the community. Being kind and helping others is something that human beings are hard-wired for. We rely on our social circles to survive and thrive. As such, our brains reward us when we do good deeds for other people. This is a phenomenon that’s aptly called the “helper’s high.” Not only is it nice to be nice, but our brains reinforce this sort of behavior by firing up our pleasure centers.
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LauraDragonWench LauraDragonWench Community Member Follow
I love these random animal friendships - they make it worth while waking up every morning. 💗💗💗
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This is adorable and nobody can say otherwise
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Aww I hope they get to stay together
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Aside from boosting our moods, kindness is also what deepens our relationships and connections with other folks. This happens on a biochemical level (with the release of oxytocin, the so-called love hormone), as well as a social one. We’re more likely to reciprocate with kindness and do good deeds in our social circles when someone’s helped us out. But it’s not just others that we have to remember to take care of. We also need to carve out the time and put in the effort to be kind to ourselves. ADVERTIsem*nT It’s difficult to save the world (or at least your local neighborhood) if you’re constantly exhausted, extremely self-critical, burned out beyond belief, and chronically anxious. Self-care is a priority, no matter how big of an altruist you are.
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Epsilon Epsilon Community Member Follow
Yes
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LauraDragonWench LauraDragonWench Community Member Follow
*melted to goo due to cuteness overload*
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He has every right to be there
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Oftentimes, our very worst enemies are ourselves. As CNN notes, our brains have developed in such a way that they focus more on negative experiences than positive ones. This used to help our ancestors survive because they’d hone in on potential threats. However, in this day and age, the sources of stress have changed for many people. Instead of worrying about potentially dangerous animals, we’re anxious about work, which can lead to a lot of baseless self-criticism if it gets out of hand. Luckily, this habit is something you can change, with practice. Dr. Catherine Franssen, a psychology expert at Longwood University in Virginia, explained to CNN that it takes roughly 2 months to “train your brain” to let go of the habit of negative self-talk. Meditation can help with this. As can going for a walk outside in nature and cognitive behavioral therapy, if your self-criticism is impacting your daily life very much. ADVERTIsem*nT
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10/10 Would happily work for this boss
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I tend to spend more time with a person's pet at parties than people
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Yes, my dog Beaux
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‘Wholesome Memes,’ managed by ‘RealVoices’ and a couple of other individuals, is a project that was created in the middle of the summer of 2021. In the 2+ years since its inception, the group has amassed over 96k loyal followers It’s not hard to see why the community is so popular. Its members are active and share some truly wholesome memes, as befits a group named the way that it is. If you ever need to restore (some of) your faith in humanity, these memes can remind you that far from everything is as bad as it seems.
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The void has become a table… where is our sense of honor and respect for our overlords?
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thank you, positive possum :)
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sacrefices need to be made
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Even in the toughest of times, or rather especially when things get tough, you can see the best (and worst) of humanity. On top of that, even the smallest gestures of kindness can have a big impact. Some of the memes shared by members of the community tap into these ideas. Meanwhile, other images that get shared on ‘Wholesome Memes’ focus on showing how cute and adorable our animal friends can be! There’s a bit of everything for everyone.
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The whole club is definitely looking at her
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Gmaddles Gmaddles Community Member Follow
Awwwww BFF
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Unless its a chihuahua... those things are VISCOUS!(Edit: I now know I misspelled vicious, however I'm keeping the current spelling because it's funny lol)
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Every larger public Facebook group has rules that all members have to abide by. And ‘Wholesome Memes’ is no different. If there were no guidelines or consequences, then anybody could post or write anything they wanted and chaos would reign. Having at least some rules keeps everyone focused on a single message (in this case, wholesome, heartwarming, and adorable memes!) and ensures that the community members can have a good time.
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More than its weight in gold
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I see what you did there. Well played, Cutie!
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Gmaddles Gmaddles Community Member Follow
He's so adorable... he may be even yelling at you with that look on his face for leaning the AirB&B heat on longer than negotiated but who cares because he's so f*****g cute
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The team managing the group asks everyone to be kind, polite, positive, and respectful of one another. “If you don’t have anything positive to say, keep your fingers off the keyboard,” they say, adding that everyone should avoid creating “unnecessary drama.” A dash of drama is nearly unavoidable in any bigger community (there’s always friction between people), but the important thing is that the admins have things under control. On top of being a decent human being, the ‘Wholesome memes’ community wants its members to avoid spamming the group with ads, misinformation, and posts about fundraising. The group also takes people’s privacy very seriously. They prohibit Facebook users from directly messaging each other, unless they’ve gotten their consent first. What’s more, the team asks everyone not to message the admins unless there’s a very serious problem, e.g. like being harassed.
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Brian Droste Brian Droste Community Member Follow
No those are paw holders.
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LauraDragonWench LauraDragonWench Community Member Follow
They say owners start to look like their pets after a while.
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Gmaddles Gmaddles Community Member Follow
Me too!! And there's literally nowhere else I'd rather be
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Which of these memes made you smile the most, dear Pandas? Which ones did you send your friends to boost their mood? We’d love to hear what you think, so feel free to share your thoughts in the comment section at the bottom of this article. In the meantime, for some more adorably wholesome memes, check out Bored Panda’s previous article.
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your son is so right!
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QuincyRhodess QuincyRhodess Community Member Follow
Awwwwwwwwwwwww I just want to scoop those girls up and hug them
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LauraDragonWench LauraDragonWench Community Member Follow
Kiss the head, boop the snoot, floof the belleh, and press the beans, in that order.
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Ahhhh! That's the worst
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LauraDragonWench LauraDragonWench Community Member Follow
That looks like a very heavy hat.
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Every grandma in existence
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thats literally me yall
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Feel good article/pics. More of this please. Have a good day everyone and if you're struggling with your mental health just ask yourself one question, "what do I need right now?" It may be that you just need a glass of water or something simple but it's starts with you. You can not pour from an empty cup. Be kind to yourselves 🥰
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This list made me feel so much better. Awesome content. Thank you!
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Excellent start to the day, more of this please
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Feel good article/pics. More of this please. Have a good day everyone and if you're struggling with your mental health just ask yourself one question, "what do I need right now?" It may be that you just need a glass of water or something simple but it's starts with you. You can not pour from an empty cup. Be kind to yourselves 🥰
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This list made me feel so much better. Awesome content. Thank you!
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Excellent start to the day, more of this please
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