Dr. Zaki adds that a lot of media has turned “into a kind of cynicism factory.”
“I’m not saying that media should focus only on rainbows and flowers and picnics, but I also think that in trying to point out harm and corruption, media and media companies in particular can often end up giving us a really skewed picture of what humanity is like by only reporting on the worst things that people do.”
The ‘WholesomeAFK’ subreddit is fairly new to the internet. It was created less than a year ago, in mid-May of 2025. At the time of writing, the community gets 58k weekly visitors who share 10k contributions every week.
The moderators who keep everything running smoothly present the group as “your digital exhale” and a “cozy little corner of the internet” that’s meant for “good vibes, kind words, and serotonin boosts.”
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According to the mods, ‘WholesomeAFK’ has a mission to help you recharge and give you a break from all the chaos in the world. Their goal is to bring a bit more joy into your life so that you end up less cynical about it.
“Share what makes life feel warm, weirdly great, or just plain human. No drama. No edge. Just dopamine in its purest form,” they write.
Because the subreddit is so heavily focused on positivity, you are discouraged from sharing anything that goes against uplifting energy, kind words, and posts that would raise everyone’s mood. Specifically, the mods warn that “anything negative will be removed immediately.”
Furthermore, you’re not allowed to post about politics, bait other internet users, or spam unrelated posts.
Share your thoughts in the comments after you’ve upvoted your favorite wholesome posts, Pandas!
How do you balance staying informed about world news while also taking care of your mental health? What helps you stay optimistic, hopeful, and positive despite the overwhelming number of problems we see around the world? We’d like to hear from you if you feel like opening up.
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