It would be easy to look at the life of LPGA golfer Paige Spirinac and think things are pretty close to perfect for the young star. She’s pursuing her passion of golf as a career and has fans the world over, including 800,000 Instagram followers. Her profession and notoriety have landed her countless endorsements and career opportunities that take her all over the globe.
But, as is so often the case, success has brought new struggles to Paige’s doorstep. Speaking to media prior to this week’s Omega Dubai Ladies Classic, Spirinac gave an honest and emotional account of a struggle that many, including her own fans, may be blind to.
Cyberbullying.
Her high profile on social media has made her susceptible to threats, bullying, shaming, and myriad other disturbing comments. Similar comments have been directed to her family online as well. She was asked about her struggle behind the scenes of what appears to be a picturesque personal and professional life in a video by Golf Digest. She didn’t pull any punches when answering:
It doesn’t take long for her to break down into tears about the reality of her struggle, yet she continues to speak even as she’s offered the opportunity by several to move on to a new line of questioning.
Her advice to anyone suffering: Find someone to talk to. People want to listen, but they often just don’t know that they need to. Let them know.
It’s difficult for the most notable, prominent people to speak honestly about the damage cyberbullying causes them because they fear looking ungrateful, thin-skinned, or petty. Fortunately, that didn’t keep Paige from speaking honestly and emotionally about her experiences, which clearly cause her great duress. Let’s hope that her honesty and bravery in speaking up about her continuing struggle help us recognize that this is an issue doesn’t discriminate among people, regardless of their station.
And if someone who has such a “perfect” life can suffer as a result, it’s time to realize that anyone can.
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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.