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Forrest Gump was right, life really is like a box of chocolates—you never know what you’re going to get. Most often, it’s a mixed bag: there’s a lot of bad with the good and good with the bad. However, some days are pretty one-sided.

One day might be full of optimism, sunshine, and enough motivation to move mountains. Another day might be full to the brim with exhausting challenges while you’re losing your faith in humanity, desperately trying to hold the tears back. It’s those days that leave us thoroughly defeated and sad to the core, disappointed not just in ourselves but in others as well.

The r/sadcringe subreddit is an online community of nearly 1.2 million members that has been documenting some of the most awkward and embarrassing situations since 2013. We’ve collected their best recent posts to share with you, Pandas. But keep in mind—some are so awkward and cringey, they might just throw your day out of whack.

Meanwhile, read on for Bored Panda’s interview with Psychologist and Wellbeing Consultant Lee Chambers about accepting and embracing flaws, and why not running away from our vulnerabilities makes people respect us more. When you’re done with this article, you might want to take a peek at our earlier posts about r/sadcringe here: Part 1 and Part 2.

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That Feeling Is Contagious

That Feeling Is Contagious

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ohhhh where's the marshmallows? Time to make some s'mores on this roast

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Psychologist Lee, the Founder of Essentialise Workplace Wellbeing and PhenomGames, told Bored Panda that it’s important to accept that people—from ourselves and our friends to complete strangers—are not perfect. In fact, they’re far from perfect. However, our flaws make us who we are as individuals.

“As humans, we are a wonderfully unique mix that is personal to each one of us. It can always be difficult to find peace with our flaws,” he told us.

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It’s My Wedding, I’m Missing My Wedding

It’s My Wedding, I’m Missing My Wedding

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I Cooked Dinner For My GF Last Night And Thought I Did A Good Job

I Cooked Dinner For My GF Last Night And Thought I Did A Good Job

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“Whether they [the flaws] be physical, mental, intellectual, or social, many of us will at some point in our childhood been bullied or singled out for our differences,” Lee said that people’s vulnerabilities can mean that others make fun of them. Being different is hard.

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I Was Not In His Story

I Was Not In His Story

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Ellis Tamura
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This was on the teacher. who asks 4th/5th grader to do this? Just asking for drama.

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Incels Online Are Cringe. In Person? Even Worse

Incels Online Are Cringe. In Person? Even Worse

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You think the Chads are upset at the term like the Karens seem to be, or do they take the D**k approach and just kinda laugh it off?

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Say You’re Insecure Without Saying You’re Insecure

Say You’re Insecure Without Saying You’re Insecure

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

haha don't wear your makeup lol XD I'm insecure XD afraid you're going to try to steal my boyfriend lol haha I mean I don't care if you want to wear makeup for yourself my boyfriend will also be there haha lol XD so maybe don't XD

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“It can be easy to ignore them [the flaws], and pretend they don't exist, but the real power comes in accepting them, embracing them, and realizing that some flaws we can change, and others might not be flexible,” Lee told us.

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We Live In A Society

We Live In A Society

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Having a growth mindset is very rewarding and can lead to a higher quality of life. The psychologist told Bored Panda that we have to draw our attention to the areas where “we will have developed in other ways and have amazing strengths as a result” despite our other flaws.

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Is This How Jesus Was Born?

Is This How Jesus Was Born?

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You'd think, but nothing surprises me anymore. There are a lot of ignorant people out there.

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Erica Ventura
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's a sign of the times we're living in that I thought that was a rapid covid test result!

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Random Anon
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope this guy here just don't understand the definition of a virgin. The other alternatives are pretty tragic in comparison.

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Zoe's Mom
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Poor, sweet, innocent bible reading Man. He's in for quite a surprise when Mom tells him FINALLY about the birds and the bees.

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will bower
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And then left it on the floor for him to find it. b***h level 10

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Frances M
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Depends on his definition of virgin. If only full penetration and not rubbing between her thighs counts then yes she “might” get pregnant but still be a “virgin”.

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Sue User
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My friend told me this story about a guy he knew who was fooling around with his girlfriend. Just hand stuff. Apparently things got messy and she got pregnant. So, sorta a virgin, depending on your definition.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just wait until they do the DNA test on this future Jesus.

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Mr Zipperface
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She obviously thinks he's dumb enough to believe this, and it looks like she's right.

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bushmeat
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is technically possible. Sperm on fingers, a little fingering...

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According to the mental health expert, what really helps in our journey through life is to realize that nothing and nobody is ever perfect. Nobody is immune to embarrassment. Nobody has avoided sadness. And absolutely nobody hasn’t ever made a fool of themselves in some awkward way. They’re all part and parcel of being human.

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If You Can’t Convince Him, Surely Everyone Else Can! /S

If You Can’t Convince Him, Surely Everyone Else Can! /S

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you wana marry him why not just propose yourself? Worst thing that could happen is he'll say no right?

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Realization

Realization

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

BREAKING NEWS: WOMEN CONFIRMED TO BE SAME SPECIES AS MEN, 8TH TIME TODAY. (this appears in the news every week)

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

😂😭😭😭😭 I really feel bad for Gary- just look at that exclamation mark 😭

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Instead of shying away from our mistakes, embracing them is the healthy way to react. By acknowledging our vulnerabilities, we become stronger and more resilient. We also become more respected by our peers.

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Fs In The Chat

Fs In The Chat

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Poor old drummers. They're always there at the back getting no credit, and even in death this guy only merited four words (and three full stops).

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Someone Tell Me This Is Fake Please

Someone Tell Me This Is Fake Please

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“The beauty is that sharing our flaws helps us to become more human and connect with others, as we all have weaknesses, and being vulnerable and open will have others seeing you as authentic, honest, and courageous,” Lee said that there are definite upsides to honesty.

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Text I Got From My Friend After We Already Called And Talked The Previous Night

Text I Got From My Friend After We Already Called And Talked The Previous Night

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When You Have Run Out Of Attention And Need Others To Acknowledge Things That Didn’t Happen

When You Have Run Out Of Attention And Need Others To Acknowledge Things That Didn’t Happen

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, every 7 year old writes those kinda notes.... and the handwriting is .... Oh fu*k it, who cares.

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“The process of taking ownership of your flaws is powerful as it also makes us more accepting of the flaws of others and less worried about fitting in. For as long as we don't embrace our flaws, we will be running from them and be more judgemental of others, less tolerant of differences, and more controlling,” he said.

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One Way Friendship

One Way Friendship

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I get it stings but you can't expect people to keep everything you give them

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Betty (Bet He) Regrets Telling Her That

Betty (Bet He) Regrets Telling Her That

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Betty (bet he) thinks it makes it larger by calling it a "Macropenis".

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Earlier, one of the moderators running the r/sadcringe subreddit, u/Niceboihappy, told Bored Panda that their community has been growing bigger and stronger since the start of the pandemic.

According to the moderator, it’s best to own up to any embarrassment or mistakes if things don’t go your way. “I would say be confident, but not too confident. And, especially, for an unexpected response, it is probably best to just own it and make light of it,” they said.

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Anon's Rejection

Anon's Rejection

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Men do not realize a woman alone at their home it's very scary and she was working at a job where you're paid to be friendly also it's normal to be friendly. When something happens we're blamed for doing a job where we "put" ourselves in harms way or we're not believed at all bc we could've "given mixed signals". It's awful

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Everytime I See This It Makes Me Cringe. I Present, A Poster At An Anime Convention

Everytime I See This It Makes Me Cringe. I Present, A Poster At An Anime Convention

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What should really make you cringe is the fact that they needed to put up a poster.

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This Poor Guy's Got Some Big Issues

This Poor Guy's Got Some Big Issues

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Why Was This Necessary?

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Jeez

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So I think Gramma has realized there ain't no great grandkids coming from Little Chadwick here...

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When Being Antivaxx Is Your Only Hope

When Being Antivaxx Is Your Only Hope

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Self Report: Spent About $200 On Food, Drink And Decorations For My 30th Birthday Party. Nobody Showed Up (Either Ghosted, Cancelled Last Minute, Or Couldn't Come Until Late)

Self Report: Spent About $200 On Food, Drink And Decorations For My 30th Birthday Party. Nobody Showed Up (Either Ghosted, Cancelled Last Minute, Or Couldn't Come Until Late)

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My Friend Who Ive Known For Around A Month

My Friend Who Ive Known For Around A Month

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I Am Now "Ethnic Ted Bundy"

I Am Now "Ethnic Ted Bundy"

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Do Not Talk To His Girl

Do Not Talk To His Girl

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No One Showed Up To The Speeding Dating Event

No One Showed Up To The Speeding Dating Event

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like how there is a chair just facing a wall. The gave up spot.

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He Bought Tinder Gold To Improve His Chances But Still

He Bought Tinder Gold To Improve His Chances But Still

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm willing to bet all those chats consisted of him being demanding and them backing away swiftly.

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