While the NFL is pushing back against any player bold enough to enjoy themselves during a game, it looks like the on-field parties and celebrations have moved eastward to the Chinese Arena Football League, where choreographed celebrations seem to be as much a part of the game as blocking and tackling.
The league may be in its inaugural season but as the below highlights from its championship game demonstrate, they’re already busting out dance moves the likes of which we’ve never seen
The China Bowl saw the Beijing Lions take down the Qingdao Clipper on a game-ending field goal, 35-34 in a game that featured eight lead changes. The game was relatively low-scoring by arena football standards, but that didn’t keep the players from making the most of their big plays.
It might seem a little counterintuitive to some that a Chinese league is goffing off so much, but to some extent you could chalk it up to the flight of western players to the CAFL, enjoying a fresh start and a little more latitude to treat the game like, well, a game. Of the 120 players in the league, 60 of them are American, and 43 of those 60 have American AFL experience.
The teams in the inaugural season represent Beijing, Dalian, Guangzhou, Qingdao, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. But enough about the league, let’s get back to the real story: goofy, overly-organized celebrations. Below is just a smattering of what the China Bowl brought its viewers.
The Worm:
The, uh, Methodically-Executed Systematic Knockout of Teammates Followed by a Towel-Whip:
And this, which will remain a mystery lost to the ages:
So if the NFL doesn’t soften its stance on celebrations, don’t forget you can always take refuge in the CAFL, which should return in six months or so.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.