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In life, we all get our chance to shine, like nailing an important presentation at work or leading the football team to victory. Such highs make us want to share our joy with everyone. On the other hand, we also have those embarrassing moments—searching for our keys while holding them or misplacing our groceries.

On such occasions, our common sense takes a backseat, and our brain refuses to function—a brain fart, if you will. But don’t worry, you are not alone. Sometimes, people are hilariously clueless and naive and thankfully, someone captured it on camera.

To help you momentarily forget your goof-ups and lift your spirits, Bored Panda has collected a list of silly things that people have said and done.

#1

Blaming Young People For Being Triggered

Blaming Young People For Being Triggered

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

Same sidewalk, cemetery, church, school, neighborhoods, department stores, restaurants, gas stations, supermarkets, colleges etc.etc.etc. Even though those institutions are supported by Black taxes, so yeah...Black people have always subsidized white people by white people giving themselves the majority of the handouts. White people benefit from Black taxes

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Never Get A Tattoo If You Can't Understand What It Says

Never Get A Tattoo If You Can't Understand What It Says

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Have you ever been in a situation where you randomly blank out or end up doing something silly, and wonder, "What was I thinking?" Welcome to the world of brain farts – those awkward moments when our mind stops functioning, leaving us confused and sometimes embarrassed.

Our brains are incredibly complex organs, capable of processing vast amounts of information efficiently. But they experience hiccups from time to time, or 'cognitive dysfunction'.

A brain fart, which can be linked to cognitive dysfunction, perfectly describes those instances when our mental processes seem to malfunction. Thankfully, many of these glitches are quite common and easy to manage.

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We can hit a roadblock when our stress levels skyrocket or we are exhausted. This causes our attention to waver and our memory to play hide-and-seek. Picture this: you're working late in the night, trying to finish a last-minute project, and you keep reading the same paragraph over and over again, unable to understand a word of it.

It is hard to concentrate when our brains are pushed to the limit. In order to recharge our batteries, we should indulge in relaxing activities or hit the gym. This will not only soothe our soul but also help kick stress to the curb.

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#9

Ah, Yes, $4k Rent

Ah, Yes, $4k Rent

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

Another example of how having money doesn't mean you've earned it or have any intelligence.

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In today's fast-paced world filled with distractions, staying focused can be difficult. One moment of distraction, and bam! our train of thought derails, leaving us wondering where it all went wrong. That's the magic (or rather, the mischief) of a brain fart, it sneaks up on us when we least expect it, turning our well-laid plans into hilarious moments.

Participating in meditation events or learning new breathing techniques helps to sharpen our attention and focus on the present moment. In fact, organizational tools such as calendars or to-do lists are a great way to keep your appointments and tasks in check. A structured approach helps prevent those "oops" moments.

#14

Is That Why, Like, 3/4 Of The Population Is Lactose Intolerant?

Is That Why, Like, 3/4 Of The Population Is Lactose Intolerant?

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#15

So Penguins Are Mammals Now

So Penguins Are Mammals Now

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

I worked with teachers for 25 years. Many of them are not as smart as you think.

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While multitasking is impressive, sometimes it's a recipe for disaster. When we attempt to do too many tasks at once, our brains get overwhelmed, like a computer that has too many tabs open. And just like that, we start to lag because of the overload.

To avoid going from lightning-fast to snail's pace, one should focus on one task at a time. When we keep switching between different things, our brains need time to refocus and this prevents us from fully immersing ourselves in the task at hand. It’s harder to achieve meaningful progress while multitasking. So, remember to take a deep breath, and tackle things like the productivity pro you are.

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#16

She Doesn't Know What's Coming

She Doesn't Know What's Coming

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

When my wife was giving birth, someone in another room was also giving birth but had refused all pain relief. The screams......

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#17

A Person Who Hacked My Credit Card Emailed Me, Asking Why I Canceled His Flight

A Person Who Hacked My Credit Card Emailed Me, Asking Why I Canceled His Flight

My credit card was hacked. I think the guy did it by hacking my Gmail account because he signed up for Priceline using the Gmail login button.

I called my bank and canceled it. I logged into Priceline to see if I could get any information about the person who booked the flight. I saw I could cancel it for no charge. So I did it because it was going to be faster to get a refund from Priceline than my bank.

Two days later I got this email. It had his photo and phone number. It matched the name on the flight too.

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Don’t forget, sleep is your brain's secret weapon that keeps your cognitive powers in top shape. Not getting enough rest can impair memory, attention, and your decision-making abilities. Imagine: You are staring blankly at the fridge, wondering what exactly you are looking for. It's like your brain hit the snooze button along with your alarm clock.

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That's why it's important to prioritize quality sleep. Aim for a solid 7-9 hours of uninterrupted shut-eye every night, and it will help you efficiently tackle whatever challenges the day throws your way.

#19

Gatekeeping Gen-Xers From Their Own Music

Gatekeeping Gen-Xers From Their Own Music

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

Only one of those people would have spent time in the 90's listening to Nirvana, etc and the other.........thinks "middle aged" people can't wear band t-shirts of popular bands or of bands they like.

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

I know it's illegal to slap stupid people. But I feel the urge.

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

She is the "mind" behind Libs of TikTok and a bunch of other far-right and no-vax groups. So, be my guest and follow your instincts.

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

Omg.... "Nirvana brand". These kind of things make me lose hope for future generations

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

I'm an old beach who saw them playing at garbage clubs. So hush.

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Id row
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a gen-x'er, we know these kids are stupid. Besides, we really don't care anyway. It's kind of our thing. Nevermind.

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

Sure, I'll stop wearing clothes from popular bands if You stop remixing My Era's music and calling it New music

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Michael Fernandez
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That genius is LibsOfTokTok, who’s responsible for many book bans and who regularly causes her followers to phone in bomb threats to schools and libraries for being “woke” (e.g., allowing POC & LGBTQ people to exist). She’s one of the worst people in the U.S. at the moment.

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Andrew Arons
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dave Grohl is 55, and Kurt Cobain would've been 57 if he lived. And for completeness, Krist Novaselic is 58.

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My O My
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I may not smell like teen spirit anymore but rather like mid life tiredness, none the less I want to wear what was and still is a statement of good music

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Jul Chv
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ok ok ok. Cool cool cool. I will just take my chill pill and prentend I never saw that.

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

I grew up in Slayer pits. When I see young kids wearing old band shirts, I just give them a horns up for carrying on and keeping metal alive

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Amy Manzanares
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had a young coworker blown away because I was singing along to Nirvana. Hello?!? I saw them in concert in 1994.

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

Kurt Cobain would be 57 years old now... just putting that out there for the people that think middle-aged men should wear styles from their own era....

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

"Look here Whippersnapper... I was listening to Nirvana when they released Bleach on Sub Pop records. Btw? Who did Dave Grohl replace?"...... And don't even get me started on the - "Nirvana Brand" part of that...

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

Once I overheard these people about to get into a car, and one of them said, "Did you know they made a band named after those nirvana tshirts?" "no, what?! turn on a song by them!"

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

Chaya knows only one Nirvana song, and we all know it's smells like teen spirit.

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Thom Serveaux
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This person is awful. I think she knew exactly what she was saying.

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Thomas Ewing
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5 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't know as the Sousa Band had shirts in the 1920s! I'll buy one, though!

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

The sad thing is, if you go look up her tweet history, she was mocking a Gen Z tiktoker, but people who hate her, rather than deal with reality, want to believe she was making a serious comment, when you can literally check up back in March her twitter history. The question is, are the people doing this, doing it because she is conservative or because she is Jewish

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Crystal Spencer
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm almost 46 and I can wear what I wish to work as I see very few customers on my shift. I wore a WuTang Clan shirt last week and this barely 20 tray old kid laughed when I took my jacket off and he saw my shirt. I'm not sure if it was because I'm old or white or both but the look on his face and the snide chuckle really pissed me off. Same same but different

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Heidi Noll
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bet if you ask her what band David Grohl was in before Foo Fighters, she won't know.

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The Doom Song
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm 40 and 70% of my t shirts are band tees. So all of a sudden I'm "cringy" for wearing a Blink 182 shirt even though the band themselves are like 50. What I hate is people wearing band shirts but can't tell you a single song from the band.

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

One of our 20 year old student physiotherapists was amazed when she heard me listening to LInkin Park and Disturbed in my office. She didn't believe me when I told her I have been listening to them since I was her age, I am now 44.

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Mare Freed
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5 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm early Gen-X and I love wearing my Death Cab for Cutie band T-shirt. DCfC could arguably be counted as a millennial band, but I like them. I'm gonna wear what I want.

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5 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

NERVANA IS FROM THEIR ERA. YOU DO UNDERSTAND THE MEANING OF THE WORD "ERA", DON'T YOU?!

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Tom
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5 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What would a *checks notes * domestic terrorism support know of music, good or otherwise?

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5 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I worked in one of the first stores that had fitted, stylish clothing for plus-size women. We had to wear it, too, in the 90s. Most days, at least one person told me to put on something baggier because I looked like a sausage. No, I just wasn't wearing a mummu. I'm thinner now, though still overweight, and my clothing style avoids camel-toe. I tried on a bathing suit in a store (with underwear on still cuz otherwise that's unsanitary), and took a few steps and the entire bottom half went up my... yeah. Like, if I'd been a virgin, not after putting that thing on. My pelvis was devouring the suit like some really weird horror movie. I got myself out of the hideous garment and told my friend my thoughts, only to have some 20-year-old lecture me about "gatekeeping" PS fashion and not being body-positive. Child, I spent years getting mocked so you can walk around with your FUPA hanging out without anyone telling you that you look gross. Do NOT tell me how to do body positivity.

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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wear what you want. some one said do not wear socks with sandals - who cares if you are happy just do it. A security guard at Disney Flrida once mocked me in front of my family for the casual clothes I was wearing. I am a Fireman and wear uniform all the time so on holiday I wear casual clothes that I like. Pity I never took him to task.

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

I'm past middle-aged but am still friends with members of the band Flipper, as seen in this hand-made shirt Mr Cobain is wearing: Screen-Sho...89-png.jpg Screen-Shot-2024-04-26-at-45445-PM-662c3ed4e8389-png.jpg

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

This idiot probably thinks I should only listen to Mozart or whatever the prehistoric people listened to.

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Rebellious Pickle
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This person later tried to say it was an obvious joke. The net ripped her a new one for it.

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

She probably doesn’t even know who Kurt Cobain is.

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

Just look at them and say "name me 3 songs" if *they* are such a fan they can, if not, rattle off a few titles and tell the young'un to go look them up and then go pound sand.

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C.O. Shea
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Then there was the teeny bopper who told me people were stupid for not having discovered the Beatles... were we all crazy?

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Jerome Lenovo
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

nirvana brand rofl ... one of those people who think metallica and ac/dc are t-shirt brands

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

I'm okay with wearing band shirts simply because they "look cool", you don't have to be a fan... but at least know who they *are*. "I don't know who Pink Floyd is, but I like the rainbow". lol

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Michelle C
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She does realize the middle-aged are young Gen X and older millennials, right? Middle and the oldest younger millennials are going to be hitting middle age within the next two to three years….wow….

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

If you know who Chaya Raichik is, you know this is satirical.

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

Quite the contrary actually. If you know who she is, you know she is known for writing idiotic and inflammatory stuff promoting "hate speech and transphobia, and false claims especially relating to medical care of transgender children" all while being connected to Russian misinformation campaigns. She wrote -and owned- far stupider stuff, no way this is satyrical.

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

Where do these people come from, lol? They should worry about their music and let us worry about ours.

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

Stupid question,these kids think they have invented walking too.

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Oh noes. The BP echo chamber hates Chaya. Libs of TikTok is an evil, far right terrorist page. CNN said so. Just an FYI, context matters. She was being sarcastic.

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Of All The Things That Didn’t Happen, This Did Not Happen The Most

Of All The Things That Didn’t Happen, This Did Not Happen The Most

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With a bit of mindfulness, a good night's sleep, and some stress-busting techniques up our sleeves, we can turn those dumb moments into tiny blips on the radar of our brilliant minds. Meanwhile, it never hurts to enjoy those occasional silly situations where we goof up. Have you ever experienced a brain fart? Tell us about your funniest struggles in the comments below.

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Freedom Of Religion, Never Heard Of It

Freedom Of Religion, Never Heard Of It

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

This is also called a totalitarian system and most countries don't like it at all.

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Ladies And Gentlemen, The Substances My Cleaning Woman Reported To The Police. It's A Thermal Paste For A Computer, Found Next To PC Parts

Ladies And Gentlemen, The Substances My Cleaning Woman Reported To The Police. It's A Thermal Paste For A Computer, Found Next To PC Parts

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

Trust lost. Sign of stupidity. It's literally written on the syringe. Fire her, before she burns down your house.

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Probably Shouldn't Have Replaced The Carrots

Probably Shouldn't Have Replaced The Carrots

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

I replaced all the ingredients with water because they have too many calories and now my cake tastes just like my soups.

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Virgin Mary Strikes Again

Virgin Mary Strikes Again

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

Um..someone please sit her down and explain the birds and the bees to her. Well, unless she's caring for a sibling due to death of their parents.

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Stepdad Thinks Eclipse Will Burn Us Alive

Stepdad Thinks Eclipse Will Burn Us Alive

My stepdad will not let me remove this thin foil for the entire week because he thinks the eclipse will burn us somehow, and now the entire apartment looks like a cave (the first photo is my room, and the second is the kitchen/living room).

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#33

And Gay Men Were Breastfed By Their Fathers?

And Gay Men Were Breastfed By Their Fathers?

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#34

Don't Park In Front Of Fire Hydrants, Folks

Don't Park In Front Of Fire Hydrants, Folks

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

They do this intentionally to teach you not to park in front of hydrants.

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#35

An Idiot In A 34-Ton Cement Truck Tried To Drive On A 4-Ton Wooden Bridge

An Idiot In A 34-Ton Cement Truck Tried To Drive On A 4-Ton Wooden Bridge

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#36

Man Punctures Leg With Drill, Treats It With Homeopathic Remedies

Man Punctures Leg With Drill, Treats It With Homeopathic Remedies

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#38

When Main Characters Expose Themselves Like This

When Main Characters Expose Themselves Like This

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

Well in fairness, think of the people he probably hangs with. He might just be the top 86%.

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Blood Is Blue, Apparently

Blood Is Blue, Apparently

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

This is sadly a common myth. Deoxygenated blood is a darker red than oxygenated blood, but both are still very much red

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#45

Imagine Settling Into Your Nice First-Class Seat And Having To Deal With This The Entire Flight

Imagine Settling Into Your Nice First-Class Seat And Having To Deal With This The Entire Flight

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Annie Persson
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1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would be mighty tempted to take the money - and continue coughing in his direction for the rest of the flight

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The Client Used Paper To Walk Into The Room Along The Floor With Glue While We Were At Lunch

The Client Used Paper To Walk Into The Room Along The Floor With Glue While We Were At Lunch

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My Mom Threw All The Chocolate Waffles Outside For The Birds, Thinking The Chocolate Was Mold

My Mom Threw All The Chocolate Waffles Outside For The Birds, Thinking The Chocolate Was Mold

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

I guesss that's better than eating waffles with mold and thinking its chocolate

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