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If you’re having a bad day, just remember, it could always be worse. In difficult times, I often tell myself this as well. But my favorite piece of advice on staying motivated comes from Scottish comedian Limmy. He once said, “If this has been the worst year of your life, that means next year will be even better. If it gets worse, then congratulations, this hasn’t been the worst year of your life.”

Served in true Scottish fashion, it’s a blunt but honest way to encourage yourself. You’re probably not going to see Limmy’s inspirational words on Pinterest boards any time soon though. Maybe it’s better to frame your situation against others. Yeah, sure, you had a bad day but was it as bad as smashing a brand new phone that wasn’t even taken out of its box? True story — we’ve got the pics to prove it.

Here’s our compilation of people who probably felt like they were having the worst day ever. It makes us realize that maybe we don’t have it so bad after all. But if you’re looking for motivational quotes after all, there’s some from Bored Panda here, here, and here to help you get by.

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Went Into My Attic Looking For A Water Leak Coming Into My Living Room And It Appears That I'm With Whatever Monstrosity Left This Behind. It's Soft To The Touch So I'm Assuming It's Still Around

Went Into My Attic Looking For A Water Leak Coming Into My Living Room And It Appears That I'm With Whatever Monstrosity Left This Behind. It's Soft To The Touch So I'm Assuming It's Still Around

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It’s ok, everyone has a bad day from time to time. Maybe you were late for work or school and everything just went downhill from there. It feels like one small mishap can set off a chain reaction to ruin the rest of your day.

It’s even worse if you wake up on the wrong side of the bed and don’t even know why you feel down — you already know it’s going to be a tough one. Although many might think of this as just an expression, it’s a real phenomenon and scientists believe it has a detrimental effect on our well-being. 

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Do Not Order Your Toilet Paper From The Wish App

Do Not Order Your Toilet Paper From The Wish App

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A study was completed by Pennsylvania State University looking at how these feelings in the morning impact our performance for the rest of the day. Their results were published in a paper aptly titled Waking Up on the Wrong Side of the Bed: The Effects of Stress Anticipation on Working Memory in Daily Life

The two-week study involved 240 adults completing reports on their emotional well-being at different times throughout the day. These reports (known as ecological momentary assessments) aimed to capture how an individual was feeling in the moment, especially in regards to stress. The reports were to be completed at random times throughout the day. The only exceptions were the morning and end-of-day ones which also asked participants if they were anticipating being stressed ahead of time. 

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Can’t Explain To My Cats The Gravity Of What They’ve Done

Can’t Explain To My Cats The Gravity Of What They’ve Done

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WilvanderHeijden
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You're in quarantine with absolutely nothing to do. The cats changed that.

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These Guys Managed To Get Into A Crash On An Empty Street Next To A Closed Gas Station

These Guys Managed To Get Into A Crash On An Empty Street Next To A Closed Gas Station

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After the participants logged their states, they were asked to complete a small ‘working memory’ test. An example of this could be trying to recount numbers that flashed on a screen briefly. The results from their study highlighted what anticipating stress in the morning does to people.

“Waking up on the wrong side of the bed” (or being ready to feel stressed) appeared to have a knock-on effect on participants’ working memory tests throughout the day. Although being stressed normally had an effect on their test performance, reporting negative feelings from the start of the day influenced their behaviors far more than anything else. So, science has confirmed that having a bad day isn’t completely the universe throwing you a curveball.

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That Online Session Didn't Go Well Then. Not Surprised At All, These Next Few Weeks Are Going To Be Hell For Teachers & Parents

That Online Session Didn't Go Well Then. Not Surprised At All, These Next Few Weeks Are Going To Be Hell For Teachers & Parents

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Staying motivated can be tricky, but there’s always a way to get through. According to Bo Muchoki, a motivational speaker, being optimistic is tantamount to getting through difficult times. He said, “You can’t control the painful situations that life puts in your path. All that you can control is your mental response to the painful situations that you find yourself in.”

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Governor Just Ordered All “Non Life Sustaining” Businesses To Close, Including Construction And Contractors. This Is The Current State Of My Only Bathroom

Governor Just Ordered All “Non Life Sustaining” Businesses To Close, Including Construction And Contractors. This Is The Current State Of My Only Bathroom

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littlesaresare
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One would think functional plumbing would be considered an essential service...

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JessG
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is, at least in my state (TX) construction AND PLUMBING are considered essential

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AlphaPuck
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Calling b******t. My wife works for a custom home builder and they are still up and running if the project is not finished. Ohio

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Alan Parr
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A dwelling without a functioning bathroom would be considered uninhabitable, by law. So, you should be able to legally compel the contractor to finish the job. I would consult the authorities....

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Sandy Townzen
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I got internet installed this week. Surely if that's considered essential a working toilet is as well.

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Jo Ellen Washburn
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh, damn. I had to live with a bucket for a toilet for 2 days and it nearly did me in.

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Carrie Hilliard
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would say-they should be able to finish. No "Police" are going to come and arrest anyone for this! Come on!!! :(

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Lorrie Finley
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd call the governor to clarify. Some of these "leaders" are making some rather odd decisions.

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jknbt jknbt
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

time to do it for yourself... if it's a mess when done, you can have them fix it later... go buy yourself a plumber's wrench and some teflon tape & go to work!

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Aitchilm
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guess a DIY outhouse just went high on the priority list.

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okpkpkp
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like you still have time to switch to one of those "walk-in" bathtubs. You'll never regret it.

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W Smith
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My bathroom was remodeled a week before full quarantine! I'm so lucky!

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Lindy Mac
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So sorry you are going through this... I hope you have compassionate neighbors to help you in this situation.. I am impressed though how clean they left the worksite.... or did you do that? 🚽🛁

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Edweirdo Contagious
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bummer... but setting a toilet isn’t that hard.. and amazon can deliver you the wax gasket kit.

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Robyn Wilson
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You think it would be. I knew someone that (homeless, camped in the woods) would grab some large trash bags tie them in a square. Find water jugs, fill them, find some soap, find a rag....bingo, he cleaned himself.

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Jennifer
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was wondering how many people were going through something like this yesterday. So sorry for you!

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Keys Jackson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Start binge watching Little House on the Prairie and then go take a s**t in the woods

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Kathy Brown
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Can't they make their case with those in authority? That's just not right.

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Bobby Sammons
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well at least your toile paper consumption will go down...a lot.

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Jerri Murray
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Um, then go to the Governors house, knock politely on the door and use his or hers..... lol

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Cathy Carey
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This has got to be the worst. I'm so sorry for you (yes, I know they won't read this, still...)

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Jennifer Rapp
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Calling b******t. If this is the only bathroom then they would not have a certificate of occupancy. Until it was done.

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Jeff Requier
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you can pay a guy under the table to do work, especially if he is out of work.

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Pretty Pangolin
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, ordinarily I'd be wagging my finger at you, but that's a really good idea. Desperate times call for desperate measures.

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BlackLabOwner
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh I partially feel you I have had no flooring and some walls destroyed bc of flooding for about 3 1/2 months

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Laurie Winter
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

On a postive note, he used Durock on the Floor. Just be sure he puts it behind the tub too. I would have run it all the way down before the tub install.

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Mickie Ramos
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't get it, that's non-essential but giant hardware stores are??

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Bettye McKee
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is there a question here? You can live with it, it's better than dying.

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Mel Mann Wa
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can walk you through re-connecting a toilet if that would help?

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Magpie
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yah, my gas hot water broke. Heading into winter here in Victoria Australia.

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Christine M Quigley
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG- I remember having to deal with this very same situation. Literally had to poop over the hole where the tiolet sat and pour a bucket of water down the opening. Or I used my sons' potty training chair. I was that skinny at the time. Fun memories!!

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Gemma Levers
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m in the middle of a full house reno. No kitchen at all 🙈

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Pavlina G
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ah weird. My construction company is working but we push dirt so that's why.

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Jimmy Eriksson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why is the bathtub there before the walls or the tiles? Stupid americans!

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M O'Connell
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The bathtub can be installed before or after flooring, depending on the type of flooring intended. The tub is installed before the tub surround so that any potential leaks which may arise simply drain into the tub itself and not down into the rest of the framing of the house! If the tub were pressed up against the tile wall the caulking would be critically important AND prone to failure, both of which are irrelevant if the tile ends inside the rim of the tub.

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Akula971
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can wash with a small can of water, a bar of soap and a wash cloth.

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Dutch VanZandt
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Time for a compost toilet... or large bucket with lid and cat litter.

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Mary Smith
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So who's gonna stand there with a gun preventing those carpenters from coming and finishing that job? No one would even know except you and the carpenters. If they're really not coming back you paid them too much upfront and they're simply taking a mini break from work. Otherwise I just call this a b******t post.

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My Kiddo Cut His Hair Yesterday, Then Agreed To Let Me Have A Little Fun With It Before We Fixed It

My Kiddo Cut His Hair Yesterday, Then Agreed To Let Me Have A Little Fun With It Before We Fixed It

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My Husband Has Been Home 24/7 For A Whole Three Days And My Dog Is A Full On Traitorous Bastard. It’s Like I Don’t Exist. This Is Crap

My Husband Has Been Home 24/7 For A Whole Three Days And My Dog Is A Full On Traitorous Bastard. It’s Like I Don’t Exist. This Is Crap

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“Your mental response to the tough situations that you find yourself in is huge,” he continued. “Whether you choose a negative mentality or a positive mindset to interpret your pain determines how well you fare in life.”

“The only difference between those who crumble into sadness, helplessness, depression, hopelessness, and defeat in tough times and those who rise above their pain is a positive mindset.”

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Today My Partner Learned That You Shouldn’t Put Off A Haircut Until The Only Person Left To Do It Is Your Girlfriend

Today My Partner Learned That You Shouldn’t Put Off A Haircut Until The Only Person Left To Do It Is Your Girlfriend

I have never even trimmed my own ends. He calls this look “Cambodian garbage Hitler.”

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Bitch Cassidy
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cambodian Garbage Hitler is an amazing name. I might name my next kid after you!

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The Dental School I Was About To Visit Has Been Shut Down For The Next Month. Wish Me Luck

The Dental School I Was About To Visit Has Been Shut Down For The Next Month. Wish Me Luck

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chi-wei shen
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

His situation is already bad enough, but what would happen if someone gets a heavy or excruciating toothache and there is no dentist available?

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Whether it’s meditation or motivational quotes, everyone has their own ways of changing their mindsets. Our loyal readers tell us that Bored Panda always helps to lift them up when having a bad day. Of course, we love to cover inspiring stories, but at the same time, reflecting on the difficult times helps us to stay focused on the better ones. Just remember, it could always be worse. 

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#13

Switch On TV. It Decides To Just Die

Switch On TV. It Decides To Just Die

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My Plumbing Is Fine, Thanks For Asking

My Plumbing Is Fine, Thanks For Asking

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Girlfriend's Grad Cancelled, So She’s Picking Up Her Degree From The Student Desk

Girlfriend's Grad Cancelled, So She’s Picking Up Her Degree From The Student Desk

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#17

Bought 60 Doughnuts For The Office Today To Celebrate My 20th Birthday, Only To Be Told Not To Come In For The Next Week

Bought 60 Doughnuts For The Office Today To Celebrate My 20th Birthday, Only To Be Told Not To Come In For The Next Week

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Lost His Blueberries

Lost His Blueberries

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Becky Moore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's so sad! Plus his shopping cart is almost empty so he was probably already sad :(

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HS Teacher Remote Teaching. Our Platform Generates Unique Classroom Codes For Each Course. For My Course, I Have To Screenshot And Send "Jizzin' To God" To All My Students

HS Teacher Remote Teaching. Our Platform Generates Unique Classroom Codes For Each Course. For My Course, I Have To Screenshot And Send "Jizzin' To God" To All My Students

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Bathroom Flooded And I Lost Four Good Men

Bathroom Flooded And I Lost Four Good Men

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#21

My Buddy Was Cleaning Out His Desk And Found A $50 Gift Card From Another Era

My Buddy Was Cleaning Out His Desk And Found A $50 Gift Card From Another Era

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Becky Moore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Haha! I used to work at Blockbusters. Best job ever! $50 would have bought you a shitload of stuff! :P

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#23

We Were Getting Our Kitchen Redone When The Workers Just Left. We Currently Are Living With A Toaster Oven And A Sink

We Were Getting Our Kitchen Redone When The Workers Just Left. We Currently Are Living With A Toaster Oven And A Sink

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As A Single Man Who Has Eaten Out Pretty Much Every Day Since I Was 19, This Whole "Fend For Yourself " Plan Is Utter Crap

As A Single Man Who Has Eaten Out Pretty Much Every Day Since I Was 19, This Whole "Fend For Yourself " Plan Is Utter Crap

You see this? This is instant oatmeal and I messed it up. There is no hope for me. Stay healthy, folks.

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I'm Regretting Panic Buying $100 Worth Of Legos To End Up With My Children Ignoring Them And Instead Playing With A Cardboard Box And A Can Lid For The Last 2 Hours

I'm Regretting Panic Buying $100 Worth Of Legos To End Up With My Children Ignoring Them And Instead Playing With A Cardboard Box And A Can Lid For The Last 2 Hours

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Had To Say Goodbye To An Old Friend Today. I’ve Had It For About 11 Years And It Finally Gave In. Rest In Peace, Buddy, And Thanks For All The Incredible Memories

Had To Say Goodbye To An Old Friend Today. I’ve Had It For About 11 Years And It Finally Gave In. Rest In Peace, Buddy, And Thanks For All The Incredible Memories

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I Didn’t Partake In The Toilet Paper Panic. Maybe I Should Have?

I Didn’t Partake In The Toilet Paper Panic. Maybe I Should Have?

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WilvanderHeijden
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'll let you in on a secret. Water is cheaper, cleaner, more hygienic and better for the environment. Win win win win situation.

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Dropped My Charger Cable Behind The Desk To Then Go And Plug It In - It Landed On The Power Strip. And Turned It Off. My Computer Was On That. And So Was My Work

Dropped My Charger Cable Behind The Desk To Then Go And Plug It In - It Landed On The Power Strip. And Turned It Off. My Computer Was On That. And So Was My Work

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WilvanderHeijden
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don't trust Trust. Never trust Trust. It's the only company in the world that can be accused of false advertising by just showing their name.

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#29

Someone Forgot Their Bag Full Of Groceries

Someone Forgot Their Bag Full Of Groceries

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Someone Threw A Rock Through My Front Window At 4 In The Morning

Someone Threw A Rock Through My Front Window At 4 In The Morning

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My Friend Went To The Apple Store Today Because He Broke His iPhone XS Both Front And Back. They Told Him That Because Of Corona The Repair Service Was Temporarily Closed. He Then Chooses To Buy The 11 Pro Which He Then Dropped When Opening The Box

My Friend Went To The Apple Store Today Because He Broke His iPhone XS Both Front And Back. They Told Him That Because Of Corona The Repair Service Was Temporarily Closed. He Then Chooses To Buy The 11 Pro Which He Then Dropped When Opening The Box

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Behold, 125 Kazoos With Our Wedding Date On Them That Arrived At Our Door The Day We Emailed Everyone To Tell Them The Wedding Was Postponed

Behold, 125 Kazoos With Our Wedding Date On Them That Arrived At Our Door The Day We Emailed Everyone To Tell Them The Wedding Was Postponed

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#33

Never Ordered Groceries To Be Delivered. I Just Wanted Three Bananas

Never Ordered Groceries To Be Delivered. I Just Wanted Three Bananas

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#34

That Was The Last Bottle

That Was The Last Bottle

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We Had One Roll Left. Kids...

We Had One Roll Left. Kids...

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#36

My Door Was Being Repaired When The Repair Man Suddenly Left In A Panic

My Door Was Being Repaired When The Repair Man Suddenly Left In A Panic

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#37

My Son Clogged The Toilet. Then This

My Son Clogged The Toilet. Then This

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Lauren Caswell
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another way is to boil water and pour it in, wait 1 min roughly then try flushing agn (worked when my kid did an enormous one!)

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Can't Get Anyone To Get Our New Kitchen Fitted. No Oven, Stove, Nothing

Can't Get Anyone To Get Our New Kitchen Fitted. No Oven, Stove, Nothing

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pharmacies arw still open, sometimes they sell cheapy toasters and microwaves

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So, I'm Stuck At Here In Italy With Already Not Much To Do, And This Morning My Gpu Decided To Just Fry

So, I'm Stuck At Here In Italy With Already Not Much To Do, And This Morning My Gpu Decided To Just Fry

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