Many viral memes and social media posts point out the absurdity of life in a humorous way. But occasionally, you will encounter one that holds so much truth that you feel it sees right through you.
You’ll likely get this vibe when you visit this page on X. Sure, you may snicker and giggle as you scroll through. But since these are also painfully accurate, you may also feel seen.
The page covers everything, from 2 AM thoughts to working through lazy days and sleeping through problems that linger like dark clouds in your head. As usual, we’ve picked the ones you may relate to the most.
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Since these posts convey harsh truths and “real talk” about daily life, here are a few more from licensed therapist and life coach Matthew Jones. In one of his articles for Inc., he compiled 20 “brutal” truths no one wants to admit.
One that sticks out is that you likely hold yourself to an unrealistic standard, which can lead to suffering. This problem is common among perfectionists.
“Fight back against that negative voice, amplify your intuition, and start challenging your unrealistic standards,” Jones wrote.
Many people rely on their natural talent to get by. However, it’s been repeatedly proven that talent alone won’t suffice. As Jones reminds us, talent without effort is meaningless.
“Some of the most talented people in the world never move out from their parents’ basement,” he wrote. Let that sink in for a bit.
I'm at the budget where I'm not upgrading my phone until it stops working...
Many of us fail to live in the present. Either we ruminate about the past or worry about the future. But in one of Jones’ brutally honest reminders, the only time that matters is what is in front of you now.
“You can’t control the past, and you can’t predict the future, and trying to do so only removes you from the one thing you can control—the present.”
It’s one thing to have ambition, but turning it into a reality (or just attempting to do so) is an entirely different conversation. In this case, Jones leaves us with a hard-hitting statement: “Ambition means nothing without execution.”
“If you want to change the world, then go out there and do it!” he wrote. These could be your new words to live by.
Seen this before. Upvoted it again. Downvotes might be from people who are so self-centered they have lost their sense of humor. Some politicians come to mind.
Let’s turn the tables to you, dear reader. Are you a fan of harsh truths and brutal honesty? Did any of these images connect with you? Comment below!
I made an account just so I could tell you- you are loved. You are needed. You will be missed. You have to fight this- because life will get better, even if it takes time. And your brain is lying to you as you shake your head "no" to every single statement I just made. Depression changes our perceptions so we think we're seeing things more "realistically" but we're not. We just aren't. I've been there. I have some idea of how you're feeling right now- thought not entirely, because I've not walked in your shoes. The fact that you said this online means that, even if it's in some very small way, you don't want to die. You wanted someone to notice. Even if it's just a tiny part of your brain that wants to live- you have that desire. Please please please reach out. There are hotlines. I've called them. If you don't want to call the hotline, that's okay too- but talk to someone. Don't stay in the echo chamber of your own dark thoughts. Praying for you <3
Load More Replies...kelsischloe...this is a scary oneliner your wrote. Do you have access to some help, or at least a listening ear?
The comments above are also for you <3 please hang on and get help.
Load More Replies...hey mate, i'm always here if you need to talk to anyone, and trust me, it's not the answer. i know.
Load More Replies...Please please don't! Things do get better with time. Took me years to get help, now I regret the time I wasted. We all love you, do find the energy to get help. You are important to us and we care about you. We are here for you to listen and support.
Can't help but notice the outpouring of emotion and offers of help to the user who expressed this sentiment and has a woman's name, yet the two similar comments with men's names are almost ignored.
its bart sheenerd that has the top comment and if you read the post its right there and mentions the comment we are all replying to. besides that names mean nothing, i'm a man and my parents gave me a f*****g girls name, lol
Load More Replies...As someone who has battled depression. I can say, it's not that easy!
Load More Replies...k but actually my mum is 40 I I'm pretty sure I overheard her saying shes nearly on level 7,000
I was born in the summer and have hated the season for 20-odd years now. Winter FTW, baby! (I mean, hey, if you're cold, you can always wear more clothes to keep warm - but if it's hot, you eventually run out of things you can take off...)
My friend tried multiple times to teach what she called 'Austrian Poker' but I just couldn't get it. Then there is the game mafia, which I might have understood, if I hadn't already been drinking every time my friends decided to play it
Both taste and texture changes while cooked. Also, I ger mildly.allergic.to fresch ones but not cooked.
Well now I need to find where I can get a farmer's outfit for a chihuahua
Usually fall into a deep and restful sleep 5 minutes before my alarm is about to go off.
the double scam, it is expensive because it creates the illusion of having more space, but where you can not go
Y'all remember when we had this physical thing called a flashlight?
Reticulation. Used to do this when I printed my own pictures. No always on purpose.
This explains a lot of what's wrong in the world these days. Now get off my lawn!
