Have you ever shared a funny video with your friends, only to realise everyone’s already seen it? That’s what we call going viral. A video “goes viral” when it spreads super fast — not because someone forced it to, but because people want to share it.But what makes a video go from ordinary to viral?First, it's all about emotions. People are more likely to share content that makes them laugh, feel amazed, or say wow. A cat doing backflips? Share. A baby dancing to a hit song? Share. A puppy with a cute tail wag. Share. A trick shot that looks impossible? Share again!Second, timing matters. If something ties into a festival, a trending challenge, or a current event, it has a better chance of catching on. Think about how every year during exam season, funny “study struggle” reels pop up everywhere.Third, the shorter, the better. With everyone scrolling quickly, a 10-second video that hooks you in the first 3 seconds has a better chance of success than a 5-minute one with a slow start.Finally, videos go viral when you do the sharing. One person sends it to five others, and those five each send it to more. In no time, millions have seen it.But remember: just because something is viral doesn’t always mean it’s true, kind, or useful. It’s important to think before sharing — not everything deserves to be famous.Next time you're tempted to hit the share button, ask yourself: is this something that will make others smile, learn, or feel inspired?Because in the end, the real reason videos go viral... is you.
