It’s the year 2015 and we’re accustomed to seeing images of Earth from space. But advancements in satellite technology continue to yield profound new ways of looking at our home from afar. For example, NASA put together some stunning composite images of our planet as part of its Blue Marble: Next Generation photography endeavor. By combining thousands of photos, they’ve created a view of our planet without any obstruction from clouds. There are images for each month of the year. When you cycle through these images, something remarkable happens. The first part of this video is made using these unaltered NASA images—no effects are involved.
The second part uses those same images, combined with data from the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL) regarding the projected warming of Earth and the shrinking of the arctic ice cap. This combination of NASA and GFDL data reveals something unsettling about the next 100 years. Luckily, there’s something we can do about it. Humankind has the unique ability to see into the future, as demonstrated by these visual projections. It’s a special gift that our species has. The question is, what will we choose to do with this knowledge?
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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.