This article was originally published on trendingthat.com and has been republished here with permission.
A heated discussion has exploded on social media following one man’s statement about his strange sleeping companion.
Cam, an everyday guy, recently took to the internet to tell something that resonated with thousands.
He shared a photo of what he dubbed “The Yellow Pillow,” sparking a lively debate on cleanliness, comfort, and the secrets of good sleep.
Cam revealed in a viral post on X that his partner was disgusted when she saw his badly stained pillow.
“Gf is mad at me because I have revealed to her The Yellow Pillow. Fellas, I’m sure you all know that this thing is magic,” he added, confidently declaring that the pillow provided him with the finest sleep of his life.
Cam was surprised to learn that he wasn’t the only one who felt attached to his yellowed cushion.
Other guys suddenly stepped forward, vehemently defending their own ruined pillows.
One user stated that they hadn’t “rested comfortably since” getting rid of theirs, while another described their life as a “downward spiral” since parting ways with their yellow cushion.
Others quipped that “using the same pillow since the age of ten and never washing it” is a hallmark of manhood.
While the “Yellow Pillow” appears to be a prized possession for some, the discussion swiftly devolved into a war of the sexes.
Many women responded in, appalled by the concept, with one mentioning that her husband had a similar pillow that he called “seasoning.”
Another cynically commented, “Men will s**t on women for believing in astrology, but then believe they can only sleep because their pillow is f**king nasty.”
However, as funny as the discussion was, many people were left wondering what caused pillows to turn yellow.
While Cam’s popular post generated a lot of responses, the real reason for the “yellowing” phenomenon is surprisingly simple.
The answer is simple: moisture.
As we sleep, sweat, saliva, and natural body oils soak into our pillows, causing the fabric to yellow over time.
Face lotions, moist hair, and even skincare products can cause discoloration.
Though yellow pillows do not look particularly appealing, experts promise us that they are normally safe to use as long as they feel and smell clean.
So, while Cam’s “Yellow Pillow” has elicited both dislike and loyalty from the masses, one thing is certain: every discolored pillow contains a story of sweat, sleep, and personal satisfaction.
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