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"This Psychological Trick Can Make Anyone Like You"

Some knowledge comes at a terrifying cost. These searches will haunt you—literally.

By Hamad HaiderPublished 7 months ago 4 min read

You know the phrase: "Curiosity killed the cat."

But in the internet age, curiosity doesn’t just kill the cat—it shreds your sleep schedule, fractures your peace of mind, and leaves images you can’t unsee.

We’ve all fallen down Google rabbit holes at 2 a.m., clicking "just one more link"… and then wishing we hadn’t.

But some searches go beyond creepy.

Some are the kind of dark that sticks with you, long after you’ve closed the tab.

So if you have a weak stomach, a vivid imagination, or any hope of sleeping tonight… don’t Google these.

Seriously. Don’t.

1. “Skin Condition — Morgellons Disease”

This one will crawl under your skin—literally.

Morgellons is a mysterious, controversial skin condition where sufferers report fiber-like threads emerging from lesions, accompanied by intense itching and the feeling of bugs crawling under the skin.

The images are gruesome.

The stories are disturbing.

And the debate over whether it’s real or psychosomatic only makes it weirder.

😬 Why Not to Google: The photos are graphic. Some show self-inflicted wounds that spiral into obsession and paranoia. You’ll feel itchy for days.

2. “The Most Painful Parasite Infections”

If you think you’re squeamish, this search will confirm it.

From botfly larvae burrowing into flesh to guinea worms being pulled out slowly—this isn’t just gross.

It’s nightmare fuel.

🐛 Why Not to Google: You will never look at a mosquito bite the same way again. Some of these parasites live inside eyes. Yes, eyes.

3. “Daisy’s Destruction”

This one isn’t just disturbing—it’s illegal.

“Daisy’s Destruction” refers to a video that was once called the most horrific content on the dark web. It involved unspeakable abuse of a child and led to an international criminal investigation.

The man behind it, Peter Scully, is now serving life in prison in the Philippines.

🚫 Why Not to Google: Not only is it morally horrifying—it’s illegal to search for or possess anything related to this content. You’ll put yourself at risk just by trying.

4. “Trypophobia”

You don’t think you’re scared of tiny holes.

But after Googling this, you might be.

Trypophobia is the fear or disgust of clusters of small holes—like honeycombs, lotus seed pods, or skin edits made to look diseased.

It doesn’t sound scary… until you see the images.

⚠️ Why Not to Google: The brain reacts viscerally to these patterns. It’s like visual poison. For many, it triggers panic, itching, or nausea.

5. “Videos of People on Scopolamine” (aka ‘Devil’s Breath’)

Scopolamine, nicknamed Devil’s Breath, is a drug used by criminals (especially in Colombia) to wipe people’s free will. Victims become obedient, memoryless, and easy to rob or manipulate.

Videos show people smiling blankly while handing over wallets, walking into danger, or acting in trance-like states.

🧠 Why Not to Google: It’s terrifying to watch someone become a puppet—and realize how fragile our minds really are.

6. “The Toy Box Killer”

David Parker Ray, aka the Toy Box Killer, was one of the most sadistic serial predators in history.

He kept victims in a soundproof trailer he called his "toy box," filled with torture devices. He recorded some of the sessions on tape.

Though few bodies were found, over 60 women were believed to be victims.

🪚 Why Not to Google: The crime scene photos and transcript excerpts from his tapes are sickening. True crime fans call it “the one case they can’t finish reading about.”

7. “Krokodil Drug Before and After”

Krokodil (desomorphine) is a homemade Russian drug similar to heroin—but far more horrifying.

Users develop scaly, greenish skin (like a crocodile), and eventually their flesh begins to rot away, sometimes exposing bone.

🧟‍♂️ Why Not to Google: The before/after images are disturbing. This isn’t just decay—it’s something straight out of a zombie movie.

8. “Elisa Lam Elevator Video”

The footage is simple: A young woman behaving erratically in a hotel elevator.

But the context? Horrifying.

Elisa Lam was found dead in the hotel’s water tank days later. Her body was decomposing while guests drank and showered in that water.

Theories range from mental health issues to ghosts, to dark web conspiracies.

🔍 Why Not to Google: The video is unsettling. Her strange gestures, the elevator not closing… It plays like a horror film—and ends in real tragedy.

9. “Human Decomposition Timeline”

Curious about what happens to your body after death?

You won’t be after seeing this.

Search results include forensic timelines, photos, and time-lapse visuals of the decomposition process—from bloating, skin slippage, to liquefaction.

🧬 Why Not to Google: It’s more biology than horror… until it isn’t. You’ll remember the images every time you smell something rotten.

10. “Real 911 Calls Before Death”

This one is emotional, chilling, and unforgettable.

Listening to the last words of people facing death—whether it’s a home invasion, a murder, or a crash—is deeply disturbing.

Some scream. Some whisper. Some are eerily calm.

📞 Why Not to Google: You can’t unhear these voices. They stay with you. Not scary in a jump-scare way—just soul-wrenching.

Why Do We Google This Stuff Anyway?

Let’s be real.

We’re drawn to darkness.

We want to understand fear, even if it’s from behind a screen.

We crave the thrill—right until it messes with our minds.

And Google? It gives us everything. No filter. No warnings. Just knowledge… at a cost.

Final Warning: Some Things Are Better Left Unknown

Not all horror lives in fiction.

Some of the worst things you’ll ever see or read come from real life—caught in pixels and indexed forever.

So the next time you're tempted to search something just to see… pause.

Ask yourself:

👉 “Am I okay with never unseeing this?”

Because once the image enters your mind, it doesn’t leave quietly.

Your turn:

Have you ever Googled something that completely ruined your night?

Or saw something online you wish you hadn’t?

Share in the comments (no links, please—we’re trying to sleep tonight 😅).

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Hamad Haider

I write stories that spark inspiration, stir emotion, and leave a lasting impact. If you're looking for words that uplift and empower, you’re in the right place. Let’s journey through meaningful moments—one story at a time.

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