Dive into the cosmic myths surrounding black holes in the first part of our myth-busting astronomy series. Contrary to popular belief, black holes come in various sizes, challenging the notion that they are all colossal entities. Explore the truth behind the myth that black holes "eat" everything in their path and unravel the science behind their gravitational influence, and discover why not everything near a black hole is necessarily doomed. Finally, defy the misconception that you can't see a black hole, as we explore groundbreaking techniques in observing black holes that have allowed us to peer into the cosmic abyss. Stay tuned for the second part of our series, where we continue to demystify the wonders of black holes.