Emotions are a complex thing. Anyone would say that sadness feels bad, and laughing feels good. But the human psyche is so much more complicated than that, and things are never just black and white.
So in order to see how that works in practice, we’re diving into a collection of posts that will simultaneously crack a smile, and leave you pretty sad. And thanks to the corner of Reddit “Funny And Sad,” which is home to 726k members, there’s a lot to choose from!
Get ready for a very nuanced experience of internet consumption where jokes meet tough reality, and where the reality is not always funny. After you’re done, be sure to check out part 1 of the post right here.
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Why On Earth !?
The Most United States Thing To Say About The United States Ever
Poor Mom
Previously, we spoke with Dr. Lise Deguire, a clinical psychologist and the author of “Flashback Girl: Lessons on Resilience From a Burn Survivor” who said that occasional sadness is a normal part of life.“Happiness and sadness are both normal feelings that naturally arise through life's inevitable ups and downs. When people are numb to their feelings, or try to avoid feelings altogether, they won't experience sadness, but they won't experience much happiness either,” she explained.
However, some people may be more susceptible to sad emotions than others. This may be due to many reasons, but previous experiences, genetics, and mindsets are largely to blame. “This can be partly genetic and partly due to negative life experiences. Mindset is also a factor,” Lisa told us.
“People who tend to be pessimistic, who dwell on the future anxiously, and who ruminate negatively about the past can experience more sadness. However, these are cognitive bad habits that can really be helped by psychotherapy.”
Sounds About Right
Unfortunate Truth
Too Soon?
But most of the posts in this article have to do with the fact that they make a point which is presented in a funny way but is in itself not that funny. Quite on the contrary, many examples present cases of what could be called “a hard truth” which is, as we know very well, a pretty hard thing to swallow.
In a previous interview, Susan Petang, a certified life coach who runs The Quiet Zone Coaching, told Bored Panda that if the truth is something we don’t agree with, it will be uncomfortable to hear it because it all has to do with our core beliefs and values, and the way we view the world.
“When what we believe to be true about ourselves, situations, other people, or the world in general is at odds with what we observe, the result is cognitive dissonance—when our beliefs and our observations are at odds. This can cause considerable stress,” she explained.
What A Bunch Of Sheep
Pleeeese explain the saying sheeple. I’ve heard it a lot but have zero idea what it really means…
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People have survived bus crashes, therefore cars don't need seatbelts!
I got hit by a car and I didn't die, clearly cross-walks and pedestrian laws are unnecessary!
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I'm awake. In fact anyone who reads your comment has to be awake. Just has to be. So, ok!
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As someone who wears shorts+t shirts all year long, cold is an illusion! Yes, I am that guy.
If you would tell Republicans that coats are democratic they would stop wearing them just to blame the libs...
The sad fact of willful ignorance is that you can put this argument to them and they won't be able to make the connection between the two. Willful ignorance is why the world we live in today is what it is. Willful ignorance is why there are warnings against improper usage on everything. In fact, if you are left wondering what willful ignorance is, chances are you are willfully ignorant.
I read somewhere that if we told people that drinking water is a plan from government to control you then these lunatics would die of thirst!
I don't judge people on either side of the mask debate, you do you boo, however this is the best analogy so far on either side.
I see I have down votes people don't like sarcasm
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Do people wear coats so they don't die from hypothermia?? Maybe those who don't have homes or in extreme cases go through a life-threatening event. I wear a coat because it is uncomfortable being cold. Not because everyone is wearing one. So let me guess in the summer they all want you to wear short sleeve cotton t-shirt? Will, you then put a coat on?
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... I know. I just usually like to be at a comfortable temperature while I'm doing my not dying.
you know what's worse? being born! it's the fact that 100% of everyone who had born is going to die someday, you can't evade it, you can't cure it
Sing it brother! And seat belts only make you live long enough to pay higher rates! The aliens are brainwashing us! Yeah, you ever wonder why so many butt plugs are sold every year? E.T. is trying to get you to like being probed! Think about man, why else the Pentagon investing in those things? They want us compliant, man!
Well, people don't wear coats because they're afraid of dying from the cold. They wear them because being warm is nicer than being freezing cold. At least I've never worn a coat because I'm afraid not to. Preventing death has never crossed my mind when bundling up for winter weather.
The freezing cold part of your statement pretty much implies people are wearing coats to avoid hypothermia, and possibly dying because of it. It’s not a conscious thought anymore - you just do it because you know it’s dumb not to. Like mask wearing should be at this point.
Load More Replies... "Critique" means using INTELLIGENCE to find actual flaws. Not just spewing made-up garbage for the clicks.
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The War In Afghanistan Cost Americans 300 Million A Day For The Last 20 Years
When They Tell You To Work Hard To Be Rich
My 12yo wants to live in Iceland when they grow up and I'm encouraging them because I want my kid to have a better life than I've had and getting out of the USA is going to contribute to making that possible.
On the other hand, when we talk about truth, we have to be aware of the fact that it’s really a question of perception. Unless it’s a stated, scientifically-backed up fact, or a law of nature, all truths can be challenged. “So, what I have experienced as 'truth' may not be what you have experienced as 'truth.' For example, one could say that the truth is that water boils at 212 degrees. Or does it? If you use the metric system, water boils at 100 degrees,” Susan said.
Unfortunately It Gets Swept Under The Rug Because We Don’t Have Our S**t Together
I Couldn’t Help But Laugh
I Guess The Hotline Technically Worked?
She Found The Root Of The Problem
"In my time, 50 euros were a lot of money, you know... -Yes grandma, but your time is over."
Little By Little, You Have To Go To Europe To Work
More news: Graduate Americans decide to stay in Europe because they can't see themselves returning to a dystopian society after having experienced what it is to live in a normal country.
Seems To Make Sense
Three Paytriots Trying To Save America
Don’t Get Vaccinated
Millennials In Congress
Considering the average age of a lot of elected officials, it would be best to hire younger people anyway because they have more perspective on what life is like for young people and how much stuff costs
John Boner, I Was Opposed To Recreational Marijuana Until I Started Making Millions Off Of It
One Star Texas?
Nice Going Sis
My Favorite Kind Of Sale
But everything you think you're gonna get is actually from a completely different department, as you got lost in the shop. Keep it anyway.
Tweet: Raising The Hand
Not So Dystopian
We Can't Do Anything Else But Laugh At This Point
Education Matters
Yes, That Is True Icebreaker
*cries In Millennial/Zoomer*
Make A Wish
3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Open The Door
It Sucks To Be A Diabetic In The US
American Dream Move Out Of Country
Where Are These Robots?
Seen On My Walk To Work Yesterday
The True Answer
Trump: Hi Beautiful Girls I Love All Of You
If You’re Ever In A Fist Fight
Not To Mention Our Ears
Don't give them more ideas! They'll start making us pay for all our individual body parts. Oh you fell and believe you sprained your wrist? Well, you have wrist insurance but X Rays show you also fractured a bone in your hand and you don't have coverage for that.
So True
And The Pizza Parties!
I Have Stage 4 Cancer And Sent This Message To My Friend After Getting My Second Vaccine. This Was His Response
America's Healthcare
I Have This Really Funny Story To Tell You Guys. I Was
It Is Really Funny And Sad
She Has No Brother
Jigsaws
Here We Go Again Another Top 1% Rich
Amazon shills in comments below, beware anyone that denies anyone their human rights.
"One Of My"
Rockets Go Vroom
Good Old Cod Lobbies
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Ya, people from other countries on here love to take a poop on America. Why is it so many people want to come here then?
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Nice another thread bashing the USA 😱surprised face! I’m glad bashing a country makes others feel good!
I get the feeling boredpanda assumes most of it's readers are American and post content based off of that.
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Whataboutism is a false argument. US healthcare / costs are bankrupting families and ensuring that those on the lowest wages get poor healthcare, that’s outrageous. Chinese concentration camps are ALSO outrageous. There are also human rights violations all across the Middle East, Israel is stealing land and homes, there is wholesale destruction of the environment all around the world, there are humanitarian crises on pretty much every continent…….and on and on. The healthcare system can be changed by democratic and concerted effort by the American people, in order to do that it needs to be highlighted and the politicians held to account. The others requires those same politicians to exert pressure on China et al, a regular American citizen can’t contact a foreign official and demand an explanation or indeed change. Instead of undermining legitimate concerns about healthcare how about encouraging positive change AND highlighting the other concerns around the world?
Load More Replies... Ya, people from other countries on here love to take a poop on America. Why is it so many people want to come here then?
Load More Replies... Nice another thread bashing the USA 😱surprised face! I’m glad bashing a country makes others feel good!
I get the feeling boredpanda assumes most of it's readers are American and post content based off of that.
Load More Replies... Whataboutism is a false argument. US healthcare / costs are bankrupting families and ensuring that those on the lowest wages get poor healthcare, that’s outrageous. Chinese concentration camps are ALSO outrageous. There are also human rights violations all across the Middle East, Israel is stealing land and homes, there is wholesale destruction of the environment all around the world, there are humanitarian crises on pretty much every continent…….and on and on. The healthcare system can be changed by democratic and concerted effort by the American people, in order to do that it needs to be highlighted and the politicians held to account. The others requires those same politicians to exert pressure on China et al, a regular American citizen can’t contact a foreign official and demand an explanation or indeed change. Instead of undermining legitimate concerns about healthcare how about encouraging positive change AND highlighting the other concerns around the world?
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