Skip to content
Search

Latest Stories

Add Upworthy to your Google News feed.
Google News Button

One of the quickest ways to get out of a rut is to dance, and for Instagrammer Kash Jones (@imkashjones), it's how he's finding his way back to 'joy." The 29-year-old from London has been documenting his journey to do "10 fun things before 30," and reclaim a sense of joy he's felt he's lost over time.

His latest adventure took him and his mom, Sharon, to try an Irish stepdance class together--just in time for St. Patrick's Day. "10 Fun things before 30! - Let’s get it 🔥 Irish dancing with Mumzzieeee 🕺🖤 @londonacademyirishdance," he captioned the post.


"You're probably thinking, 'Why have I taken my mum to an Irish dance class?' As you can see, I'm excited! I'm back on my hunt for some joy," he says in the video as he rounds his mom up to go to class. They get in the car together, and hit the dance studio. "There's the teacher, Erin, honestly such beautiful energy," Kash says in a voice over as the video shows the two learning the Irish dance steps. "I feel quite nervous," he adds.

After the class, Sharon tells Kash, "You know what? I so enjoyed that. It was brilliant!" Once they get home, they show off their new moves to Kash's dad.

And the experience got a resounding response from viewers. "Well Done Kash and Sharon! You were both amazing and learnt so quickly. Hope you had a great time and have a chance to showcase your new skills on St.Patrick's Day ☘️❤️☘️❤️☘️," the studio where they took the lesson commented.

Another viewer added, "On behalf of all Irish people - fair play to you both. It’s lovely to see you enjoying something together and making it look quite cool💚."

Another shared, "Well done!!! Just goes to show, Irish Dance is accessible to anyone who has the guts to try! 💚"

Kash began his 'joy' journey back in January 2025, when he first decided to attend dance classes with his mom. Their first class was Bhangra (traditional Indian style dance) lesson. "10 fun things before 30—here we go!🔥 Bhangra with Mumzzziee 💃🏾🕺🏾
🖤💃🏽 @londonacademyofbhangra," he captioned the video.

Before the lesson, he explains that his goal is to find that joy that will "make him a better person in his 30s." His objective: to try 10 random things in life and see if he can find a little bit more joy. They crushed the class, and did a show-and-tell once they got home for his dad.

"Much love and respect to you and mum, embracing our culture and performing arts - this is what life is all about ❤️❤️❤️," the studio commented on the video following their visit. Another viewer wrote, "I cannot tell you how much joy this video has brought me. I’ve watched it BARE times! 😂🖤"

After Bhangra, they attended a Turkish Cypriot dance class together, where they both practiced finding their joy. "10 fun things before 30 – let’s go! 🔥 Turkish Cypriot folk dance with Mumzzieee 🖤🕺 @lta_uk," he captioned the video. In the class, they practiced dancing with water glasses on their heads, showing off their impressive balance and rhythm. "Take it in, please! That's two cups of water on my head balancing," Kash says, before introducing the teacher Ahmet, who he notes is an "absolute legend."

And when they got home, they of course showed off for Pops. The studio commented after, "We all had so much fun teaching you both! You're both amazing dancers!"

More For You

kimberly dowdell, reunion, down syndrome

Brothers Blake and Jack have an emotional reunion.

thekimberlydowdell/Instagram

Teen with Down syndrome travels hundreds of miles for incredible reunion with brother

Going off to college is the break-free moment that most young adults long for. While the newfound freedom is an amazing change, it is also a time of transition--which can bring a lot of uncomfortable feelings with the adjustment. It can be overwhelming, scary, and unfamiliar. So when mom Kimberly DowDell (@thekimberlydowdell) received a message from her son Blake that he was feeling anxious and overwhelmed during his second semester at college, she knew exactly what to do. She loaded up the family, including her husband and Blake's brother Jack (who has Down syndrome), and got on the road to go see him. And the brothers had an emotional reunion that was shared on social media.

"Blake is in his second semester of college, and being away from home can be hard. When he told us he was feeling anxious and overwhelmed, we didn’t even think twice—we jumped in the car and drove 286 miles just to be there for him," she wrote in the post's Instagram caption. "To remind him he’s not alone. To give him words of encouragement. To wrap him in a hug that says, we see you, we love you, and we’re always here for you."

Keep ReadingShow less
A child's hand in an adults hand.

Representative Image: A mother and son found their way back together.

She gave her baby up for adoption. Years later, he named his son after her.

Choosing adoption is never easy. It’s a decision filled with love, sacrifice, and hope for a better future. When Schauna Austin gave birth to her son at 20 years old, she made the difficult choice to place him for adoption. But thanks to the openness of his adoptive parents, she remained an important part of his life, proving that family isn't just about biology—it’s about love.

A mother’s love, even from afar

After giving birth, Austin named her son Riley and treasured every moment she had with him before saying goodbye. She held him close for 72 hours straight, making sure to soak up every precious second.

Keep ReadingShow less

Woman who texts her dad every day after his death gets surprise reply after four years

Chastity Patterson started texting her late father's phone number every day since his death in 2015. After four years of sending unreturned messages, she received a response that she couldn't have predicted in a million years. Jason Ligons was always a father figure to Chastity, even though they weren't related by blood.

He may not have been her biological father, but according to Chastity, "he never missed a school dance, prom, my games, and YES he would give me long talks about my mouth and attitude. I had to introduce my boyfriends to him (if I was allowed to date) and he would act like a normal dad and give us the long talk. I've cried with him, told him everything..."

Keep ReadingShow less
She went to support her nephew’s art competition. She never expected to end up in tears.
Cover Image Source: Reddit

She went to support her nephew’s art competition. She never expected to end up in tears.

The bond between an aunt and her nephew can be incredibly special, filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable moments. One woman recently discovered just how deeply she was appreciated when she attended an art competition—only to be left in tears after seeing her nephew’s entry.

A video posted on Reddit by u/Shark-Farts captures the touching moment. The aunt, casually strolling through the gallery with her nephews, stops in front of a painting and jokingly remarks, "That looks like me!" But when she reads the description next to it, she realizes it’s not just a resemblance—it’s a portrait of her, painted by her nephew, Lenny.

Keep ReadingShow less
nesting party, baby shower, pregnant

Dad documents wife's nesting party held by her close girlfriends.

here4thedads/Instagram

Dad shares how wife's girlfriends skipped traditional baby shower for task-completing 'nesting party'

Expecting a new baby is a thing to celebrate. Most expectant couples are thrown a traditional baby shower–with food, gifts, games and more. But they can also become a big production–which is why Tiana Krah's girlfriends decided to skip it and instead throw her a 'nesting' party.

Tiana's husband, Myer Gzi-gzi Krah, shared a video on Instagram of exactly how they rallied around their entire family to help them nest (aka prepare) to welcome their new baby–the couple's fifth child. He captioned the video, 'Are Baby Showers Out in 2025?', adding, "We Skipped the Baby Shower… And It Was the Best Decision Ever!💪🏾 Baby showers are cool and all, I actually love the meatballs but I don’t need meatballs—I need help!😂"

Keep ReadingShow less