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26 Of The World’s Biggest ‘Mess Around And Find Out’ Cases Shared By People Online
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The world is full of all kinds of people, some who take a lot of risks, and others who are content staying in their lane. The folks who keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible may get rewarded for their actions, or end up going too far and having to pay the price.
This list is all about such people who overshot the mark and then had to face the consequences of their actions. Some of these might be well deserved, and others should probably just serve as a warning, incase you ever feel like doing the same thing.
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#1
Trumpers being deported. Trumpers losing their family farms. Trumpers being fired from government jobs. Etc., etc., etc. ……
You thought it was ok for everyone else. You didn’t think it would happen to YOU.
F**k around and find out, you disgusting, enabling m***********s.
Lololololol.
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#2
In recent events, I would like to think when the Russians thought they could take Kyiv in just a few days and then they found out how hard Ukrainians would fight for their land.
Andrew Keir 3 months ago
Ukraine now has the respect of everyone in the free world, but respect alone does not win wars. I fear a 'stitch-up' by Our Dear Leader to guarantee himself yet more personal gain.
#3
Best FAFO I can think of - That missionary guy who went to prohibited Island off the South Coast of India despite ban and multiple warnings.
The concept of messing around and finding out, might seem reckless, but it’s actually an interesting way to learn. The idea behind it is to get out of your comfort zone and to test the boundaries of what you know to be true. Sometimes, it might be a mistake to do, but even the wrong path can be a good life lesson.
Even if it seems scary to push past your safe place, it can help you gain many new life skills and a new level of confidence in your own abilities. Curiosity about the world is a good thing, and it can open up many new and interesting opportunities for you to try out. The only important thing is to try.
#4
Brexit. Leaving Europe seems like a good idea! What's the worst that could happen?
Oh...
Andrew Keir 3 months ago
The Brexit campaign seems now, in hindsight, to be a textbook case of "FAFO" added to "in politics, big lies can get you to the top". £350 million a week ... risible in retrospect, but quite convincing in a time of no fact-checking and virulent newspaper campaigning. I wonder which of today's commonly accepted beliefs will turn out to be built on sand ...
#5
It has to be the American family who moved to Russia as it was less woke and now he's on the front line in Ukraine.
Petra Peitsch 3 months ago
Many americans has false ideas about what a dictatorship is looking like living day-to-day there. Communism is not fun. Socialism is not fun. And first of all, a dictatorship is not fun. Yeah, you wouldn't find "woke" on a daily basis, but also you wouldn't find any liberty and freedom to be allowed having your own thoughts. So, you ask, what's my concept, than? Social-democracies ... they are working quite okayish in most of european countries, even in the former ex-soviet ones forced allies ones.
#6
The US government electing a realty TV star and tabloid regular with no experience or knowledge to be president not just once but twice.
As you might have noticed from this list, some people had full confidence in their decision, but it ultimately did them more harm than good. One unfortunate example of this is Steve Jobs’ plan to forgo life-saving surgery in favor of natural remedies like dietary supplements and acupuncture.
He refused to undergo any surgical procedures for around nine months because he had full faith in the alternative methods that he had chosen. Folks around him had advised him not to do so, but he realized his mistake too late, once his health had severely deteriorated. This shows just how powerful certain beliefs are that might take us along the wrong paths, and how we need to periodically question ourselves.
#7
I don't know about worlds biggest but Herman Cain dying of covid after not getting vaccinated and attending a Trump rally.
#8
Getting involved in a land war in Asia, and going against a Sicilian when death is on the line.
What’s really interesting to note is that some people tend to take more risks than others and seem comfortable doing so. To understand this better, Bored Panda reached out to Dr. Charlotte Russell, who is a Clinical Psychologist in the UK and the founder of The Travel Psychologist.
We asked her why some folks do such drastic things, and she mentioned that it might be “a combination of factors. Personality is an important factor, with a proportion of the population being naturally inclined to take risks. This may be accompanied by impulsivity or, in some cases, an inflated sense of self.”
She also mentioned that “in some cases, the risky behaviour escalates over time. This may be because, after repeated exposure to it, the person becomes less sensitive, a phenomenon known as ‘risk normalisation.’ Social media may also be a factor, as people attempt more and more extreme behaviours in the search for likes and follows.”
#10
Steve Jobs trying to fight his treatable cancer with a juice diet.
Petra Peitsch 3 months ago
Some really smart people in a specific field, could be very stupid, when it's about common sense. Covid showed this very painfully. Two people in m country, being successfull in different fields (musician and sportperson) have died because of lacking common sense. While they were not loud anti-wax., they didn't take the vaccine, leading to their passing away.
#11
People who decide to enter animal enclosures in zoos to pet the cuddly thing.
#12
The astronomer CEO.
Fat Harry (Oi / You) 3 months ago
The funny thing about this, is that if they hadn't reacted to the kisscam at all, the pictures would never have gone viral and no one would be any the wiser.
Most of the people on this list are extreme examples of what could happen if you take things too far. In reality, a little risk and curiosity can actually be beneficial. Dr. Charlotte mentioned that “being curious is good for our wellbeing and helps with creativity. However, it is crucial to be aware when our curiosity leads us to take risks.”
“Most people will be able to reflect on their personality and how comfortable they are with taking chances. Most of us who aren’t naturally risk takers will be quite clear about where the line is,” she added. That’s why, if you’ve realized that you’re more likely to take things to the extreme, it’s important to think things through and also check in with people who aren’t so impulsive.
#13
It is common knowledge that Gurkhas are fierce fighters and you simply don't f**k around with them.
One fateful day, a Gurkha soldier was travelling on a train in India when more than 20 bandits entered his coach with the hopes that they can get away with looting innocent and unarmed people. When they tried to sexually a*****t a woman, it was simply too much for the Gurkha soldier. He single handedly fought off more than 20 bandits with the help of his Khukhri knife, [offing] a few during the face off.
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Spidercat 3 months ago
Alright calm down everyone. Gurkhas are members of the British Army recruited directly from Nepal. They mainly join the Gurkha Rifles but also other regiments occasionally. They are some of the most disciplined and well trained soldiers in the world and even the SAS who have fought alongside them are in awe of what they can do in a battle. Loyal, ferocious and dangerous when cornered. Thanks to Johanna Lumley leading a campaign on their behalf, all Gurkhas are now eligible to retire to the UK on full military pensions. Some of the most remarkable acts of bravery have been down to Gurkhas and they are universally respected in the British military. These things may not be well known outside military circles.
#14
The Great Emu War.
DennyS (denzoren) 3 months ago (edited)
Spoilers...the Emus won...I guess if they didn't it'd be called The Great Australian/Outback War.
#15
Climate change.
DennyS (denzoren) 3 months ago
Ah yes, we can't seem to get a hold on it because if we do it'll affect the world's 1% and god forbid they make less money....the audacity to even suggest it.
Hopefully, all the stories in this list showed you that being too reckless isn’t a good thing. Although you should always be curious and open to new paths, it’s equally important to be a little cautious before you act. This can save you from much embarrassment and pain, or in extreme cases, even death.
We’d love to hear any stories you have about people who messed around and found out. Do share those examples in the comments.
#16
In 2000, Netflix offered to sell itself to Blockbuster for just $50 million. Blockbuster laughed and said no, thinking streaming was a joke. Fast forward a few years and Netflix exploded, Blockbuster went bankrupt. That one “nah, we’re good” turned into one of the worst business decisions ever made.
Gord Lacey 3 months ago
In 2000 Netflix wasn’t even talking about streaming, they were a mail-order rental service.
#17
Sweden, then 100 years later France, then 100 years later Germany, invading Russia in the winter.
#18
The demon core.
In 1945 scientist Harry Daghlian suffered fatal radiation poisoning and died 25 days later after accidentally dropping a tungsten carbide brick onto a sphere of plutonium, which was later nicknamed the demon core.
Then, in 1946 scientist Louis Slotin accidentally irradiated himself during a similar incident using the same "demon core" sphere of plutonium involved in the Daghlian accident.
Moral.of the story, don't f**k around with plutonium.
Stardust she/her 3 months ago
Moral of the story was to use shims instead of a f*****g screwdriver to prevent the halves from touching
#19
Ferrari dissing Lamborghini (Tractor manufacturer at a that time).
Forrest Hobbs 3 months ago
The issue was Lamborghini kept frying the clutch in his Ferrari on account of being a bad driver, and eventually found out that 1) the clutch was a standard part Lamborghini's factory fitted to his tractors and 2) Ferrari was massively overcharging for replacements. Then Enzo Ferrari was rude to him... https://www.caranddriver.com/features/a25169632/lamborghini-supercars-exist-because-of-a-tractor/
#21
The Argentinians invading the Falklands.
Michael Largey 3 months ago
When the world sides with Margaret Thatcher against you, you know you've screwed up big time.
#22
Operation barbarossa was the very definition of poking the bear.
Andrew Keir 3 months ago
Russia had one major advantage - it was *huge*. It's now on page 1 of every book about military decisions - "Do not invade Russia with your land army". The Russians will retreat until your logistics become impossible, fighting for every scrap of land. It's a valid defence mechanism.
#23
Cambodia opened fire on Thailand’s civilians (hospital and convenience store) then played victim. Thailand returned the favor by sending out F-16s.
Crazy time to be alive.
#24
Chernobyl. Thought they could push a reactor test too far ended up nuking their own backyard and rewriting the world’s nuclear safety playbook.
#26
Desert Storm.
Saddam at the time thought he was powerful enough to be untouchable, or at the very least to cost more than the Western powers thought it was worth to stop him. He had the 4th largest army in the world at the time, it was expected that any war against him would be protracted and costly.
Then the US-led coalition directly introduced everyone to the difference between a regional power and a superpower. The initial air blitz left almost the entire Iraqi military structure blind, deaf, and isolated in the first 72 hours and from there the ground invasion was a unified force just absolutely rolling over scattered and uncoordinated defenders.
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Enlee Jones 3 months ago
The millionaire trophy hunter who was gored to death by a the buffalo he was hunting. KARMA!
KatSaidWhat 3 months ago
The rhino poachers who got eaten by lions... or shot by the game reservers
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Tonja Jackson 3 months ago
The people who get out of their cars in Yellowstone and get gored by bison...CLASSIC!
Mike F 3 months ago
Those will eventually show up on America's Funniest Videos. 😂
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The Majestic Opossum 3 months ago
Surprised The Grizzly Man (or whatever his nickname was) wasn't on this list... I see him listed in so many on here
Beak Hookage 3 months ago
Timothy Treadwell. I just wish he hadn't gotten his poor girlfriend eaten right along with him. He'd been asking for it for YEARS, but usually he was alone out there.
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Enlee Jones 3 months ago
The millionaire trophy hunter who was gored to death by a the buffalo he was hunting. KARMA!
KatSaidWhat 3 months ago
The rhino poachers who got eaten by lions... or shot by the game reservers
Load More Replies... Tonja Jackson 3 months ago
The people who get out of their cars in Yellowstone and get gored by bison...CLASSIC!
Mike F 3 months ago
Those will eventually show up on America's Funniest Videos. 😂
Load More Replies... The Majestic Opossum 3 months ago
Surprised The Grizzly Man (or whatever his nickname was) wasn't on this list... I see him listed in so many on here
Beak Hookage 3 months ago
Timothy Treadwell. I just wish he hadn't gotten his poor girlfriend eaten right along with him. He'd been asking for it for YEARS, but usually he was alone out there.
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