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Everyone has secrets - it's what makes us human. But not all secrets are born equal. For some, their worst secret is that they stole a cookie from the jar when you were five-years-old. For others, it's that they murdered the cat next door. It's all relative. But a Reddit thread asking people to share their most disgusting secrets has proved that some people are truly messed up, and honestly, reading through some of these disturbing revelations makes me realize how boring my life is. 

Let me set the scene. You are having problems with your computer at work, and you call out in frustration for someone in the office to help you. A guy from the desk clump opposite jumps to the rescue and makes his way to your desk. You gesture for him to take your seat, but he insists on standing. He leans over your shoulder, peering at the screen, trying to figure out the issue. You've never given this guy much thought before, but suddenly, you notice how clear his skin is, how amazing he smells, and how crisp his white shirt is. He is five inches from your face, and you start the electricity is palpable. How has a seemingly innocent situation become so sexually charged? 

If you've ever been in a situation like that, let me reassure you that you're not alone. Redditors have been sharing all the moments in life where non-sexual things suddenly feel extremely sexual, and I'm shocked at how many of these resonate with me. Scroll through and make me feel better that I'm not alone?

The world is split into two types of men: those who love taking bubble baths, lighting scented candles and talking about their feelings, and those who want to do all those things but would never admit to it. Society dictates that these types of things are "girly" and reserved only for women, but I say why shouldn't men be able to pamper themselves in the same way without being stigmatized? The men of Reddit thread are admitting to the "girliest" things they do, and we've collected some of the answers that may, but shouldn't, shock you the most. 

Our childhoods are filled with memories that are indicative of the era we grew up in. Whether it's the cartoons that were on TV, the technology that was available, or simply the toys we played with, it's easy to reveal how old you are simply through pictures. A Twitter thread using the hashtag #RevealYourAgeWithoutNumbers has got people posting pictures of things that were popular when they were young, and people are guessing how old they are. What would your pictures look like?

Unfortunately, there is a lot of toxic masculinity out there in the world, making it difficult for men to really express, or even get in touch with how they are feeling. Men wish they could tell women many things, but they don't know how to, for one reason or another. But a Reddit thread asking men to reveal the hardest thing to explain to a woman might be the place for women to get some insight into the mind of men! Women, this is your chance!

Having kids is a true blessing, but sometimes they can test our patience to unhealthy levels. For example, one thing that young children aren't so good at is understanding the value of money or valuables. So when they accidentally break something expensive or irreplaceable, unfortunately, you can't be too mad at them. Parents of Reddit have revealed the most expensive things their children ruined by mistake and I can only imagine the self-restraint they had to exercise in order to not kill their kids on the spot! 

There are a few things you definitely don't want your parents catching you doing, especially when you're a teenager. Watching porn and doing drugs are a few of the things that come to mind, but the worst thing in the world for your parents to walk in on? Yep, you guessed it. Having sex. There's not really any coming back from your parents walking in on you doing the dirty (think American Pie) and you just have to accept that things will never be normal again. These Redditors reveal just how awkward things got when their parents caught them mid romp and we're cringing so hard for these poor individuals. Read on and you'll see what I mean...

Giving birth is one of, if not the hardest things that a woman will ever go through. And although some women have it a lot easier than others, every woman has her own difficult labor journey. As with everything in life, however, it can be made a little bit easier with some humor thrown in. These women shared their stories on Whisper of the funniest moments they had in the delivery room - from husbands passing out, to only finding out they were pregnant when they went into labor, to everything in between.

Being a hospital worker is a noble profession. Whether you're a doctor, a nurse, a receptionist, or a porter, you have to deal with frustrating patients every day. Everyone thinks they know best when it comes to their health, but some people really display extreme stupidity when it comes to aftercare. Hospital workers of Reddit, have shared the dumbest things they saw a patient do immediately after leaving, and honestly, some of them are unbelievable. People really are stupid. Scroll through, and you'll see what I mean. 

Hair is a sensitive topic for many women - whether it's a botched dye job, or a bad hair cut, having good hair can change a woman's face, boost her confidence and make her feel a whole lot better about herself. In order to give the illusion of having more of a full head of hair, some women wear hair extensions. But as good as they look on, it's always pretty awkward when they fall out in public. These women share their embarrassing mishaps when their hair extensions fell out in awkward situations and we do not envy them right now.

People end relationships for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes those reasons are perfectly justified, but other times they are shallow and unwarranted. Of course, no one should stay in a relationship that they aren't comfortable in, but it does make you question why some people got into the relationship in the first place. Scroll through the reasons these people dumped their partner at the time, and they'll either make you feel better about your decisions or a whole lot worse!

Falling into or being placed into a coma is scary stuff. Hovering between life and death isn't something that anyone would undergo out of choice, but it's still a fascinating concept for people to comprehend. Obviously one can never know what it's like unless they've experienced it themselves, but unfortunately plenty of people have been there. A Reddit thread asking people to describe their experiences of being in a coma has shed some light on the scary realities of being in such a vulnerable position. Here are some of the responses.

more than just our physical make-up. From the way we process thoughts to the way we perceive other people, men and women are very different creatures. Women are often more vocal about expressing how they feel, but men also have a lot to say, and they wish women would be more aware of that fact. Whether it's what men think about when they sit in silence, or the real impact that a compliment has on their self-esteem, here are some secrets that the men of Reddit wish women knew.

Kids say some crazy things, which make us laugh and roll our eyes. But sometimes, kids say some super creepy stuff which can weird you out and make you question everything. A Reddit thread asking parents to share things their kids did, which suggested they may have lived a past life, revealed some truly terrifying answers. Scroll through for some creepy stuff and decide whether you think these kids are speaking from the beyond.

The past few decades have brought change at a rapid rate; with the development of technology, children today live a totally different life to those who were born even two decades ago. And one group of people who sees this shift over time, are teachers. The teachers of Reddit have shared the biggest differences between 2000, 2010, and 2020 students. Scroll through for their insight into the changing generations right before our eyes. 

High school is all fun and games until a scandal tears the place apart. And let's be honest, what is like without a bit of drama? It keeps things interesting and makes for great stories! TV writer and producer Alison Bennet asked people for the biggest scandals that took place in their high school, and the answers are totally, hilariously brilliant. Scroll through for some of the best!