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.
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Blaming Young People For Being Triggered
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
Lesson Learned
I don't think this one belongs here. The clerk was following rules and the young lady was creatively maliciously complying.
It may be a bank rule, but banks are providing less and less services for their customers.
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Could she just withdraw 110. Take the 10 and redepoist 100? Still complying with the banks rules.
Yeah but she wanted to make it hard on the employee since she was annoyed with the rule
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Just becos you've heard it before, doesn't mean it isn't true here.
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Definitely one of those banks that tacks on "service charges" for things that are done by a computer that was programmed decades ago. Credit unions RULE!
ok BP this joke has been circulating the internet since before the internet!! you can do better!
So she decides to punish the teller for a bank policy they have no say in or control over by requesting $1000 in $10 bills. What a b***h. She could have just asked for $110 for five 20s and a 10 and made the same point about a stupid policy without being a pain in the patootie.
...and it took longer than using the ATM, but she probably wanted the conversation.
I do not believe for one minute this happened to you. This story has been doing the rounds for years! And apart from which, how dies this story fit in with the "clueless people" theme?
Bwahaha! Grannies Rule OK! Honestly, Banks seem to think it's THEIR money. Why should an old lady have to queue all over again just because she's not up with all the silly rules the banks make. If the worker had handled it properly, and politely, I don't think the lady would have responded in this way. Surely Granny is a Quick Thinker! Nothing wrong with her brain....
A load of c**p, banks over here make you pay for anything that you have them do for you that you can do yourself. Their only level of service is self-service, banks are POS corporations that don't give a rat's a*s about their clients that they can't make money off.
Don't mess with us. We're full of rage and tired of everyone's sh*t.
She wasn't stupid at all, but a very smart lady tired of the stupidity of the bank.
This one is fake. No bank would have a customer who had waited, and is now at the teller’s window, that would deny them withdrawing $10 and make them go out to the ATM to do so. Nope. Anything banks allow you to do at the ATM, they allow you to do at the service windows. Plus, OP misspelled “withdrawals” so i doubt they worked in a bank. There is FAKE written all over this one.
I have no idea why this is being applauded. People do realize they're only f*****g some schmuck trying to eek out a living right, not making a statement that will ever alter company policy?
If everyone who went to the bank insisted on getting the service that they are, in fact paying for, eventually the bank would have to change policy. Same with self checkout shops, in fact anywhere that employers are hiring fewer and fewer people to do service jobs because we, the idiot customers, are doing it instead.
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At a thrift store, I wanted the stockings off a costume but they wouldn't let me just have the stockings so I bought the whole thing, took the stockings, and then donated the rest right back lol
This one smells like BS. I mean, COULD be true of course, but in all my years I've never had a bank that would force me to withdraw a $100 minimum at the counter. And ATMs are usually stocked with $20 bills. So it is typically the ATM that would not let you withdraw $`10 (though you could withdraw 20). And lastly, while "old lady" implies her brain might not all be there, almost nobody with over 1000 in the bank makes a trip to the bank to withdraw 10. As an "old man" I can tell you that as you age you have less energy for errands so you try to make them count.
I have come across ATMs where they would give you 5's.
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Is that a common thing? I haven't had to go inside to withdraw money in a long time....
Never Get A Tattoo If You Can't Understand What It Says
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'.
It's Just Sad
All Because He Felt Bad He Didn’t Pay Her Enough
Prove Me Wrong, Gladly
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.
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.
The "Fidget Stick" Was Bothersome
Yikes
Ah, Yes, $4k Rent
Every Job Should Be Appreciated
$15 Tacos
What Is This New Email You Speak Of?
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.
Judging A Book By Its Cover
Is That Why, Like, 3/4 Of The Population Is Lactose Intolerant?
So Penguins Are Mammals Now
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.
She Doesn't Know What's Coming
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.
Excuse Me?
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.
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.
Gatekeeping Gen-Xers From Their Own Music
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.
Umm... So Who's Gonna Tell Him
Of All The Things That Didn’t Happen, This Did Not Happen The Most
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.
Freedom Of Religion, Never Heard Of It
My Sister Called And Asked Why Her Dryer Kept Stopping
I Have No Words
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
Trust lost. Sign of stupidity. It's literally written on the syringe. Fire her, before she burns down your house.
Probably Shouldn't Have Replaced The Carrots
Toxic Masculinity At Its Finest
"Can You Do This Report With Someone Who Doesn't Have That British Accent?"
Virgin Mary Strikes Again
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).
I'm surprised that he didn't use all the foil making his hats.
Apparently, Cleopatra VII Was African-American
The Sunburn Won’t Give Her Cancer, The Sunscreen Will
And Gay Men Were Breastfed By Their Fathers?
Don't Park In Front Of Fire Hydrants, Folks
They do this intentionally to teach you not to park in front of hydrants.
An Idiot In A 34-Ton Cement Truck Tried To Drive On A 4-Ton Wooden Bridge
Man Punctures Leg With Drill, Treats It With Homeopathic Remedies
Synonyms
When Main Characters Expose Themselves Like This
Well in fairness, think of the people he probably hangs with. He might just be the top 86%.
"He Looks Very White For A Spanish Guy"
Apparently, Crying At Your Wedding Is Considered Gay Now
Women Lose Their Autism If They Have A Child
Blood Is Blue, Apparently
This is sadly a common myth. Deoxygenated blood is a darker red than oxygenated blood, but both are still very much red
Someone Forgot How An Acronym Works
I May Not Be A Smart Man, But I Know What Stupid Is
Imagine Settling Into Your Nice First-Class Seat And Having To Deal With This The Entire Flight
I would be mighty tempted to take the money - and continue coughing in his direction for the rest of the flight
Fiancée Wanted An Iced Latte
The Entitlement Is Strong With This One
Science Is Too Hard
The Client Used Paper To Walk Into The Room Along The Floor With Glue While We Were At Lunch
My Mom Threw All The Chocolate Waffles Outside For The Birds, Thinking The Chocolate Was Mold
I guesss that's better than eating waffles with mold and thinking its chocolate
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Most of these must have come from R/MildlyInfuriating cuz these sure raised my blood pressure significantly.
I think I follow politics to closely so I just laughed. This is run of the mill stupid compared to Republicans, Tories our conservatives in Australia.
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I once taught a 16/17 year old girl who said it was impossible to have anything above 100% and this girl had a C in GCSE. Another time, and this was the WHOLE room of adults I mentioned the experiment where two object were dropped on the moon (feather and hammer) that proved in a vaccum things fall at the same rate - I got called a moron... By EVERYONE.
I asked the person at the counter at Baskin Robbins for a quart of a certain flavor of ice cream. She said they had no more one-quart containers. I said, ok just give me two pints for the same price. She froze, stammered, acted like I was trying to trick her, then refused. Another excellent product of our public schools.
I understand this, though. You have to ring things into the cash register, mostly using bar codes. If you don't physically have a one quart there to take the code from them you cannot make the cash register give the one quart price, it won't do it. Also, 2 smaller things are more expensive than one big one due to packaging and transport costs (round containers make you transport a lot of air in your truck) and the costs of handling and storing the items in store, so they are not the same price at all and not interchangeable. Cashier likely working out if this is possible with her register and without getting fired, and that jammed up her brain in being able to respond.
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A stupid thread where scientific facts are downvoted... because people apparently doesn't agree with science 🤷♀️
Most of these must have come from R/MildlyInfuriating cuz these sure raised my blood pressure significantly.
I think I follow politics to closely so I just laughed. This is run of the mill stupid compared to Republicans, Tories our conservatives in Australia.
Load More Replies... I once taught a 16/17 year old girl who said it was impossible to have anything above 100% and this girl had a C in GCSE. Another time, and this was the WHOLE room of adults I mentioned the experiment where two object were dropped on the moon (feather and hammer) that proved in a vaccum things fall at the same rate - I got called a moron... By EVERYONE.
I asked the person at the counter at Baskin Robbins for a quart of a certain flavor of ice cream. She said they had no more one-quart containers. I said, ok just give me two pints for the same price. She froze, stammered, acted like I was trying to trick her, then refused. Another excellent product of our public schools.
I understand this, though. You have to ring things into the cash register, mostly using bar codes. If you don't physically have a one quart there to take the code from them you cannot make the cash register give the one quart price, it won't do it. Also, 2 smaller things are more expensive than one big one due to packaging and transport costs (round containers make you transport a lot of air in your truck) and the costs of handling and storing the items in store, so they are not the same price at all and not interchangeable. Cashier likely working out if this is possible with her register and without getting fired, and that jammed up her brain in being able to respond.
Load More Replies... A stupid thread where scientific facts are downvoted... because people apparently doesn't agree with science 🤷♀️
