Carl Jung coined the term synchronicity, defining it as a “phenomenon that involves the coming together of inner and outer events in a way that cannot be explained by cause and effect and is meaningful to the observer.”
The creators of this video, which links Robert Zemeckis’ Back to the Future with the imagery of 9/11, are self-described “synchronists.” While they don’t outright believe that the film actually predicted 9/11, they do, however, maintain that a great deal of synchronistic clues lie within the fabric of Back to the Future andits first sequel, Part II—many of which can be linked to the culture-shifting events of September 11, 2001.
Yes, the video is humorously tongue-in-cheek, but what really makes it so intriguing is the way in which it highlights how popular conspiracies can be formed, perpetuated, and believed.
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According to the creators’ website, the idea of synchromysticism draws upon Jung’s belief in a collective unconscious and “is an art form that seeks to reveal the underlying connectivity of all matter in the universe.”
Master syncher and Tibetan Buddhist Paul Levy is quoted on their site as saying that “synchronicities are expressions of the dreamlike nature of reality.” In fact, Levy’s personal website goes on to explain that synchronicity occurs during “those moments of meaningful coincidence when the boundary between the inner and the outer dissolves … At the synchronistic moment, just like a dream, our internal, subjective state appears, as if materialized in and through the outside world.”
Much like the popular movie I Heart Huckabees, Levy explains that synchronicities are “moments in time wherein there is a fissure in the fabric of what we have taken for reality.” Thus, a “bleed-through” from a higher dimension outside of time occurs.
While this video is sure to get many eyes rolling, synchronicities can be fascinating to think about. And, if this is your thing, be sure to check out the popular internet conspiracy that suggests David Bowie predicted the arrival of Kanye West.
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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.