Pilots Discuss What They Wish They Could Tell Passengers

Being a pilot is not easy and it comes with a ton of pressure to keep everyone on board safe and comfortable.

I’ve been on enough plane rides to know that the seatbelt sign is on for a reason. I’ve found turbulence can pretty uncomfortable and usually a few passengers voice their displeasure when it happens. Unfortunately, turbulence isn’t the only thing pilots have to worry about.

Pilots are human beings like us and they think of lots of things in addition to lifting off, flying and landing.

Here are 13 confessions from pilots they wish people knew but will never share.

1. Taking off brings out their inner child

You would say it, too.

I love to watch the skyline tilt as the plane ascends. It makes me feel like I’m a kid on my way to Disney World again!

Source: Whisper

2. Prankster

That’ll keep ’em awake. Unfortunately none of my pilots have cracked jokes over the AV system.

Source: Whisper

3. Not immune to fear

Facing their fears every day. Inspiring!

I don’t think I could do this job. I enjoy flying, but I’m not good with heights.

Source: Whisper

4. Sleepy head

A passenger seat is better for a cat nap.

I’ve never seen a pilot asleep in the cabin, but if I was a pilot, I think I would consider doing it.

I’m nocturnal, so it could happen!

Source: Whisper

5. Not perfect

Hey, it’s a lot to memorize! There are so many things to remember and manage. It’s remarkable.

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6. The sky is their playground

But they’ll put the seatbelt sign on, at least. Thank goodness none of my pilots ever did this.

The image of the heart is on point because mine would be out of my chest!

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7. A hero

We’d all want to brag about it, to be honest.

All of my flights have been flown by very professional, skilled pilots, which means flying hasn’t exactly exciting.

I don’t have a wild personal story about a heroic pilot, but I treasure feeling safe.

Source: Whisper

8. Wow

So it’s not just in the movies, then.

I really hope this isn’t common among pilots. It disturbs me that it happens at all.

Source: Whisper

9. Sleep-Deprived

Not exactly a comforting thing to read. I’m going to be thinking about this the next time I’m on a plane. (Shudders)

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10. No room for illness

The stakes are high. I can’t imagine how stressful it would be to wonder if your health or a perceived health issue could end your career.

Source: Whisper

11. A Power Trip

Well that’s one way to pass the time…

I loved to pull stunts like this as a kid when I was bored, but as an adult at work? I’m not sure.

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12. They pay a price for a career in the sky

That’s so sad. Poor kid. I would have missed my dad so much if he was absent this much.

Source: Whisper

13. Their thoughts can be darker than an overnight flight

Horror movie material. I hope pilots are evaluated for problematic thoughts.

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Next time I get on the plane I’m definitely going to wonder what my pilots have gone through in their careers and I’m grateful all of my flights have been uneventful — not even any screaming children!

I will make a point to thank my pilots on my next flight — whenever that will be.

Has your pilot ever shared any stories with the passengers about life in the skies?

Leave us a comment.

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March 24, 2021

People Talk About the Reasons They Leave Their Engagement Rings at Home

Most of us have been there. Your ring is too loose, too tight, too… something. Or maybe it just doesn’t match your other jewelry.

Here are some of the ten crazy reasons why women choose to leave the bling behind.

1. Sometimes you just forget

But honestly, watch out if you do! You might start to regret it.

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2. All that shine can be a little blinding

But that’s okay, because who doesn’t love shiny?
Just pair your ring with sunglasses, and you’ll be fine.

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3. All dolled up with nowhere to go

Jewelry is like pants. If you’re not going out, who needs ’em?

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4. It’s only a symbol

Isn’t it more evolved to be above all that?
The ring won’t get you through the tough times.

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5. But it’s a symbol of him

In other words, he better be worth it.
Otherwise, it might be a symbol that you should give it back.

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6. Cheap, or just hypersensitive?

But seriously though, if the ring gives you a rash, did it come from a vending machine?
Don’t get mad. Buy better jewelry!

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7. Enough is enough

And two rings is just one too many sometimes.
After all, no one likes a showoff.

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8. It’s not that weird

We all take things off in our sleep. Right?

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9. Maybe she learned the hard way

Comfort is key.
Take it off while you’re awake… so that you don’t take it off when you’re not.

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10. Ladies gotta do what we gotta do

When it’s ugly, and you just can’t tell him… maybe it’s time to “lose” it?

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These are all completely understandable reasons to leave the rock at home.

Personally, I haven’t worn mine since the start of the pandemic. Too much hand-washing for that business.

What about you? Do you still wear your engagement ring? Be sure to share why or why not in the comments.

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March 18, 2021

These Women Realized Right Away Their Weddings Were a Mistake

There are a ton of romantic comedies out there. Rom coms, if you like. Or if you feel like being a reductive, vaguely chauvinist dude bro, “chick flicks.” They’re a pretty big cultural force and they have been for decades, and so many of them have one central trope in common: the wedding reveal.

You know the kind of scene that I mean. It’s the day of the wedding, she’s going to marry the handsome jerk who doesn’t really care about her, but instead the actually more handsome but nominally less wealthy true love shows up, or maybe she just runs off, or a couple stands up and proposes in the middle of another marriage, etc.

Setting a major plot point in the midst of a wedding is a great way to make the thing feel big and high stakes. It’s fun! But what about when those kinds of doubts and twists and shifts in perspectives occur in real-life weddings?

The results are…not as spectacular.

10. “I took a chance on love.”

When someone shows you who they are, best not to argue with it.

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9. “The biggest mistake of my life.”

Love isn’t magic.

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8. “I’m more miserable.”

Shotgun weddings have always been a bad call.

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7. “I do”

“Er…I guess maybe I don’t.”

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6. “His ex’s name”

Woof, that is a big ol’ yikes.

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5. “Too deep in”

That’s called sunk cost thinking.

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4. “I was a coward”

Trust yourself.

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3. “I left the mistake”

That’s a lot quicker than a lot of people manage to do it.

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2. “A mistake I needed to make”

It’s good to be able to recognize the silver linings where they shine.

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1. “A do over button”

The stuff of movies eludes us again.

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It’s scary stuff. All the more reason to really make sure you’re ready before you tie the knot.

Do you have experiences with this sort of thing?

Tell us about them in the comments.

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March 17, 2021

Reasons Why People Still Hold Onto the Label of “Virgin”

When you think about it, what does virginity really mean, and why do we make such a huge deal out of it?

On the most basic level it’s a term to demarcate the time before you first had sex and after, but sex is a pretty normal part of life for most people. We don’t have a glossary of terms and labels for people who have or have not yet done other ordinary things, like ride a bike or swim in a pool or watch Die Hard.

Virginity is different though, at least in our heads, which is why some people would really rather hold onto the label.

13. Third time’s the charm

*Shrugs* you do you, I guess.

Source: Whisper

12. What’s old is new again

It’s about how it strikes ya.

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11. What’s up with that?

Sounds like you’ve got a few hangups you need to explore.

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10. I want it

This sort of pressure makes me feel sad for people.

Source: Whisper

9. Religious experience

Empowering act of faith or damaging artifact of cultural stigma?

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8. Against my will

I think that’s completely understandable.

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7. Take me back

I’d like to call a do-over, please.

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6. Reset the clock

Not sure that’s how time works but whatever.

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5. Revirginizing

That’s fine, but why does the wording even matter at this point?

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4. Crank it up

Gonna need a little more.

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3. True love waits

It’s everyone’s personal choice.

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2. New again

That’s an incredible gift.

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1. Real sex

Intimate, respectful, and loving.

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At the end of the day, call yourself what you want. It’s all a construct anyway.

Do you consider yourself a virgin? Why or why not?

Tell us in the comments.

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March 17, 2021

These Boyfriends All Have Bizarre Rules

There are exceptions, most of them being tongue-in-cheek jabs or exaggerations, but for the most part, any sentence that starts with “my boyfriend doesn’t let me…” is generally a red flag.

Maybe several decades ago in America it would be considered a norm for a man to call the shots in a relationship even to the point of being controlling and arbitrary, but we’ve got enough of a general cultural awareness of abuse and power dynamics now – not to mention good ol’ fashioned systemic misogyny – that we should all wince when we hear confessions like the ones gathered here.

11. Change your tone

Why, though?

Source: Whisper

10. Getting annoyed

That’s not great – you’re two different people.

Source: Whisper

9. Made up

That’s a level of insecurity that he needs to deal with, not you.

Source: Whisper

8. The outside world

Gross. Dump him.

Source: Whisper

7. The naked truth

Yeah, I’d say that’s an understatement.

Source: Whisper

6. Hate it / love him

Don’t be a prude, dude.

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5. Wherever he wants

Classic double standard.

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4. You’re fired

It’s a destructive habit, no doubt, but you’re an adult and that’s not how addiction is handled.

Source: Whisper

3. Hold in my tears

He probably just has no idea how to deal with it so he lashes out at you.

Source: Whisper

2. I still believe

That’s abuse, yo.

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1. It’s a snap

Get outta there.

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I can appreciate that it’s easy enough for you or I to read these and say “dump that chump,” but that it’s not always so simple for the people actually in these situations. Have patience, be understanding, and be on the lookout for those very red flags.

Have you experienced something like this?

Tell us about it in the comments.

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March 1, 2021

These Kids Were Never Going to Get Away With These Big Lies

Every kid lies.

I mean heck, all humans lie, so why should kids be any different?

Kids are testing their boundaries, they’re still learning about social contracts and trust, and also, they just want to get away with stuff without their parents knowing.

It’s natural, but if these 11 posts prove anything, it’s that some kids are definitely better at lying than others – so if you’re a parent, let these goofy lies give you a laugh.

11. This kid is a monster…

But also why did his parents not buy him clothes?

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10. I guarantee you she knows.

Moms have had a few carpet burns in their day.

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9. I hate that this is a secret.

Or that he felt he had to lie.

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8. Oh, she knows.

There’s no way she doesn’t.

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7. Did he, though?

Oh, young love.

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6. Was there no doctor involved?

Glasses do make you look cool, though. Not gonna lie.

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5. We’ve all gotta do it sometime.

Mom doesn’t need to know the details, I promise.

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4. Tried to throw his own dad under the bus.

That was never gonna work, son.

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3. That’s a twist.

Gotta do what you want with your life.

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2. This made me gasp.

She had better tell the truth for this one.

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1. Would they not approve?

Or is it just a surprise?

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You’ve gotta be able to laugh at this phase of parenting, right?

If your kid has every told you a hilarious lie, share it with us in the comments!

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February 25, 2021

Sleep Talkers Will Understand These Problems

Sleepwalking is what happens when your brain fails to produce the chemicals necessary to keep you still while you’re asleep so you don’t start acting out your dreams.

I’ve never really had that problem, though I’ve suffered the opposite – a phenomenon called sleep paralysis where that chemical keeps getting produced even though you’re conscious. It’s freaky. I think I’d probably trade it for sleepwalking if I could.

I do, apparently, talk just a bit in my sleep. More frequently, I was informed by an ex girlfriend, I hum little tunes. Not too surprising as I am a musician of sorts, but it pales in comparison to how interesting some of these sleep talking confessions are.

12. Bring on the Muppets tonight

Talk about being felt.

Source: Whisper

11. Say my name

Well, that’s just plain uncomfortable.

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10. Secrets revealed

I wonder if they vet for this kind of thing in like professional spies?

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9. Panic time

If I hear that in the night, no matter the context, I’m gonna comply.

Source: Whisper

8. Gibberish times

Those are the best.

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7. Important meals

Well, you heard the lady.

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6. What an embarrassment

For all you know, it’s already happened.

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5. A wide variety

You should go into talk radio.

Source: Whisper

4. A class act

Were you muttering the test answers?

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3. Monkey business

That would be a pretty difficult thing to hide.

Source: Whisper

2. Double trouble

What are you revealing?

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1. Sexy dork fish

Um…thanks?

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Absolutely wild, I’m not sure how I could sleep next to some of those folks.

Do you have experience with sleep talking?

Tell us about it in the comments.

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February 22, 2021

Couples Share the Best Parts of Intimacy After Getting Married

In the book Nine Thoughts That Can Change Your Marriage, Sheila Wray Gregoire says:

“Intimacy is about sharing something with your spouse that you don’t share with anybody else. It’s letting him in. It’s laughing together. And it’s also feeling that deep hunger for each other!”

But how long can that deep hunger for each other last? Conventional (some might say cynical) wisdom says that once you’re married, it’s just a downhill climb in true intimacy, or desire.

But if these thirteen real confessions from married folks are any indication, that’s far from the whole truth.