27 Wholesome Memes That Prove the Internet Isn't All Bad

Not all memes are safe for work or appropriate for all ages. And yes, a lot of them deal in dark and/or dirty humor. You may also assume that most funny memes are sarcastic, if not those other things. But we're here to tell you that genuine, sincere, wholesome memes are some of the best memes on the entire internet. These jokes are squeaky clean and so relatable, highlighting some of the best and most common experiences a regular person can have. So scroll on for our favorite wholesome memes of all time and be sure to share your favorites with your friends.

The pandemic has us all feeling this one. Being apart is the worst, but at least we have some teary reunions to look forward to.

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Try it. Just try to walk across a floor someone is cleaning without doing that apologetic silly walk.

Whether it's a friend or someone you're dating, it's the best compliment to have them remember the little things. It means they're really paying attention and care about you.

No need to apologize when you only transgressed in a dream.

What are grandmas for if not to hype you up?

For a quiet person, there are few prospects as scary as being stuck in a car with a stranger who may want to chat. Five stars to every driver who can sense that you're not into it.

Start 'em young!

If you have older siblings, you probably remember them having a hand in raising you too. Pretty cool to have a built-in friend and babysitter.

Look, it's not easy to remember who you've told what, especially as you get older. The best friends are the ones who let you repeat stories without commenting on it (or finishing them for you).

Emojis are out now, right? Is that what Gen Z wants us to know? Regardless, this meme says that the younger generation sees and appreciates it when you try to get on their level.ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb

This pet is meeting a real celebrity, and he knows it.

The only thing better than getting a compliment is giving one. Make someone's day today!

Need an extra push today? This little guy has got you.

We could all use a little optimism after a terrible year. Let this guy remind you that the future is brighter.

Granted, it's hard to concentrate on math when you're busy thinking about how much you love your friends.

This chirpy little guy found another use for the bell in his cage. Let this be a reminder to think outside the box, because you may not even realize all the resources you already have.

They may not always have gotten it right, but having a dad who wanted to fix your beloved toys for you was way more important than the toys themselves.

Who says you need a Twitter or a Reddit to spread some meme love? This old-school meme lover went about things a different way, and it's so pure.

It's not where you are but who you're with that really matters.

Especially when things are so tough, it's extremely important to give yourself space to rest and to not feel great! Do what you can and don't beat yourself up. Everybody deserves a break!

Taking little steps to make a regular day feel special can do wonders for your mood. The ritual this guy shares with his best friend is one idea we may steal.

There's nothing like the satisfaction of a job well done, especially if it smells like strawberries when you scratch and sniff it.

Even if you can't solve your friends' problems for them, they'll always love you for listening to them.

The news will be there when you're done. Take time to smell the roses and catch up on the memes.

A mother's hug may not be able to fix everything, but it sure goes a long way.

When you're kind to someone, chances are, they'll pay it forward.

If your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man thinks you're cool, then who is anyone (including you!) to argue?