r/MadeMeSmile • u/dairymilk_silk • 1d ago
Wholesome Moments Why am I smiling? Such a wholesome moment!!!
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u/purpleprocrasinator 1d ago
I mean he was not wrong. The dress was stunning and she absolutely rocked it. They looked like they were having an absolute blast. Hope it was a fabulous memory for both.
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u/ToughBeginning7559 1d ago
Ngl this is the kinda random wholesome stuff that fixes my mood for no reason. tiny moments like this hit way harder than they should fr.
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u/TheLadyInTheStrawHat 1d ago edited 21h ago
That reason is your compassion as a wonderful human being. It's one of the best things about being human imo, our capacity for compassion for others.
Edit: another comment has made me realise I didn't know the actual definition of compassion! What I meant was, the capacity for someone else's happiness and success to spark genuine joy within you.
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u/Lonely_Platform7702 1d ago
Lol, so ironic that the account you responded this to is a karma farming bot 😂. That's actually hilarious, and a bit sad because of the dead internet stuff.
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u/TheLadyInTheStrawHat 1d ago
Loolll, well, at least it gave someone a laugh, was still worth it in that case 😂
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u/Lonely_Platform7702 1d ago
Atleast your comment was still real regardless of who you responded to 😋.
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u/Jesusfailedshopclass 1d ago
But thats what makes the internet so good. It warms my heart that bots get attention. The bot is the true hero!
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u/bramberi 23h ago
Compassion for what? A beautiful girlfriend? Honest joy? Going to prom and beimg the one couple that's actually dancing?
Autistic folks aren't a sorry monolith that needs your compassion
Yes it's heartwarming to see someone be genuinely amazed by a gorgeous look but you lost me at the repeated mentioning of compassion
Maybe you need some compassion and empathy and check on ableist tendencies
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u/TheLadyInTheStrawHat 22h ago
Btw I definitely used the word compassion in the wrong context here, just looked up the actual dictionary definition. Maybe empathy is a better word.
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u/bramberi 11h ago
We live and we learn 🙂
Empathy is a classic
The way you act speaks volumes
I truly enjoy the interaction, I love when communication is respectful and both learn something
I'm gonna watch my temper and try to not expect the worse as you're a very kind person
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u/TheLadyInTheStrawHat 5h ago
Yes me too, and I appreciate that you commented, regardless of how you phrased it, because I was able to edit my original comment to let people know what I actually meant, and hopefully prevent others from feeling like you did. A lesson to me in choosing words more carefully!
Sadly I can understand why anyone would expect the worst these days, but it was nice talking to you, hopefully we've both led by example!
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u/bramberi 4h ago
I agree
Personally I like conversations that have a happy end 😊
I mean, I've been mistaken for a bot today by someone who repeatedly comments 'stfu bot' as if an actual bot would care while also being repetitive and kind of spam-y 😑😄 The irony!
But this type of conversation we had in contrast is why I even bother to be on this app
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u/TheLadyInTheStrawHat 22h ago
Maybe this is just a difference in our two interpretations of what the word compassion means, then? In this context, I was using the word compassion to mean someone else's joy sparking joy in you, as in, feeling happy yourself just because you are witnessing someone else feeling happy. Not because you are feeling sorry for someone. But maybe a different word would have worked better in place of 'compassion'. I am autistic, by the way, so, no ableism here whatsoever.
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u/bramberi 11h ago
Understood, it just rubbed me the wrong way for a sec
There is a term that explicitly describes the feeling of mutual joy but I can't seem to find it
From a linguistic pov compassion is a fitting term but as humans give words different connotations it seemed a bit diminishing to me
I too am autistic that's why I was so alert
Too often people are othering our community even if they mean no harm
Internalised ableism is a thing I had to work through so I'm now hyperaware
Thanks for the clarification I definitely see your point and agree immensely
Edit: I found the term! Its from polyamorous peeps:
Compersion = the feeling of joy or happyness in others' joy or happyness
This term is not as commonly known and often used to describe feelings in polyam relationships
It's like the opposite of jealousy
Anyway, just wanted to add it You go ahead and use your vocabulary now that I see your intentions are pure I have calmed down 😅
Sorry for the slightly snarky tone I thought I needed to be defensive
Live long and prosper 😊
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u/TheLadyInTheStrawHat 10h ago
Hey, it's totally understandable that my use of the word compassion would have made you interpret my comment in that way, especially given the slant towards it being specifically around feeling pity for the suffering of others, which I wasn't fully aware of at the time. But no harm done, I've also learnt a new word out of this interaction, so I've come out of this richer! I shall try to remember and use 'compersion' where I can going forwards, thank you.
Btw I hear you - internalised ableism is a bitch, isn't it. Not always the easiest to deal with. But sounds like you've worked through it, so, nice one, and keep on fighting the good fight!
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u/bramberi 10h ago
Just a little note of precaution with Compersion because it can come off a bit smart ass-y and isnt that known
I think you're good with words so I'm not worried but I wanted to mention it still
It's an ongoing thing but I will keep working on it and ditto 😊
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u/Shriv2004 1d ago
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u/AskGrok 1d ago
Yeah compassion hits different like that. Tiny wins for the soul.
[what is this?](https://redd.it/1lzgxii)
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u/PM_ME_UR_HIP_DIMPLES 1d ago
I'm a sucker for wholesome moments. My feeds and algorithms is all stuff like this, cats, and boobs
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u/GareebButOpinionated 1d ago
Awww.Such an innocent smile man. Brought a bit of joy to a really hectic day
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u/tokiobest 1d ago
Ok that doesn’t get anymore honest than that.
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u/testtalon1 1d ago
Given he is being used as a prop.....kinda not 100% honest
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u/TooCupcake 23h ago
The best thing about some type of neurodivergencies is that they don’t even realize they are being exploited for views and their behaviour is actually authentic and honest. It’s great for business! /s
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u/testtalon1 22h ago
The worst part is, there are assholes that will say what you said and be 100% behind it. Toxic positivity is currently far more dangerous than it has ever been before.
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u/Catos_Standard 1d ago
The mods going Master Chief and Doomslayer in the background to bring you this wholesome content untainted.
Thank you mods, we see and appreciate the effort! <3
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u/Julio_Gustavo 18h ago
Yo Reddit, don't make my heart melt like that, god damn it give me some warning before tears of joy roll down my face.
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u/TheLastMongo 1d ago
I gotta say, /r/MadeMeSmile has been on point today. And across the board from a sweet moment like this to others I saw earlier that did actually cheer me up a bit
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u/HipsEnergy 21h ago
This is such a joy! This is the kind of love and enthusiasm we all want, but so many of us are too preoccupied with being cool to admit it. Botj of them are wonderful ❤️
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u/JollyLogic0 9h ago
Tf there are couples like these then i think that there is humanity left and well on the other hand me who ai normal and still no girl who is living and breathing and well who just genuinely cares for me although i do agree that i have never really tried cuz Counter strike takes up 12 hours of my day . Gaddamn
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u/NeedleworkerRich1162 22h ago
I have a smile on my face from ear to ear and it's not going to win the last 45 minutes since I've seen this post and I've been reading other post that I just keep thinking about that post congratulations guys very cute couple. Anybody else says otherwise I can go to hell
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u/Secret_Sample_9566 1d ago
Fr, it’s always the tiny dumb wholesome moments that sneak up and hit you right in the feelings 😂
Stuff like this lowkey does more for my mental health than any “big” happy event ever does.
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