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The most successful people in the world had to fail many times before they achieved the thing they were striving for. It is like Winston Churchill said: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” So we don't have to be discouraged if something doesn't turn out as planned, the important thing is to go on.

While we do that, we not only can learn from those mistakes but also just laugh at them as not all failures are so serious and detrimental. Sometimes they are just a result of miscommunication or maybe they lead to an even better outcome. Like these Halloween fails. There is not much to learn from them but they really can give a good laugh. So enjoy this list that Bored Panda collected from all over the internet!

#1

My Team Said We Were Dressing As Dominoes…

My Team Said We Were Dressing As Dominoes…

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If you are trying to do something, there is a good chance that you will encounter some bumps along the road and that is what will make you better as you will find out how to avoid them. You may try to DIY a Halloween costume and it can turn out to be nothing like you pictured it in your head, or, like some of the people in this list, you might not have realized you’re the only one who’s excited to celebrate it. 

It might get frustrating or embarrassing, but in the end, you should be able to laugh it off and make sure that the next time you are more prepared and know exactly what you are doing. 

#2

Was At My Kid’s School For A Costume Parade. One Dad Misunderstood In The Best Way Possible

Was At My Kid’s School For A Costume Parade. One Dad Misunderstood In The Best Way Possible

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#3

I Was Told The Theme Was Greece And I Dressed Accordingly

I Was Told The Theme Was Greece And I Dressed Accordingly

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Sure, fails that entered this list are not that serious and they probably didn’t have a big impact on anyone’s life. But being able to deal with failure regardless of whether it’s bigger or smaller is an important part of being human, because to make mistakes is human.

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The first step to deal with failure is to acknowledge it and let yourself feel all the emotions that come with it. Ignoring the anxiety, embarrassment, sadness or anger may lead to further issues so allowing yourself to analyze your feelings will help you take proper measures to make yourself feel better. 

#4

We Were Supposed To Go As Bikers But He Didn’t Get The Memo

We Were Supposed To Go As Bikers But He Didn’t Get The Memo

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#5

Well We Were Supposed To Be Cleopatra And Caesar.. Classic Case Of Miscommunication

Well We Were Supposed To Be Cleopatra And Caesar.. Classic Case Of Miscommunication

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

I'm sure this was 100% planned, but still makes it a funnier couple's costume

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10 Yrs Ago Went To A Party Dressed As Myself 10 Yrs In The Future. Nobody Realized It Was A Costume & They Avoided Me All Night. Folks Kept Trying To Rescue My Wife From Me. Joined Some Smokers On Front Lawn, The Party’s Host Saw Me Out There, Came Out To Apologize For The Noise.

10 Yrs Ago Went To A Party Dressed As Myself 10 Yrs In The Future. Nobody Realized It Was A Costume & They Avoided Me All Night. Folks Kept Trying To Rescue My Wife From Me. Joined Some Smokers On Front Lawn, The Party’s Host Saw Me Out There, Came Out To Apologize For The Noise.

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It can be talking to a friend and just venting, going for a walk or taking a bubble bath. Be careful not to indulge in unhealthy coping methods like eating junk food or drinking excessive amounts of alcohol.  

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Also, it is important to not allow those negative emotions to take over. If it was a mistake that really affected your life, you may develop a fear of taking on the task that led to that mistake to ensure you won’t fail again.

#8

I Remembered The Time That I Wanted To Dress As “Cotton Candy” For Halloween And Handmade My Costume

I Remembered The Time That I Wanted To Dress As “Cotton Candy” For Halloween And Handmade My Costume

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#9

Happy Halloween From Your Local Discount Jedi I'm Also The Only One Dressed Up At Work

Happy Halloween From Your Local Discount Jedi I'm Also The Only One Dressed Up At Work

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#10

My Team Said We Were Dressing As Pirates…

My Team Said We Were Dressing As Pirates…

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This sentiment is understandable but this kind of solution may be restricting. If you are in need of inspiration, just look up the most successful people in the world or inventors whose innovations changed our lives completely. 

Take J. K. Rowling, who went to 12 different publishing houses with Harry Potter before Bloomsbury accepted it and released it in 1997. And we all know how that went. If you need another example, the actress Jennifer Aniston, who is considered to be one of the biggest celebrities was struggling at first. She had to work part-time jobs like a telemarketer, waitress and bike messenger at the beginning of her career as the shows she was in weren’t successful.

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#11

I Was Bilbo For Halloween! (Everyone Else At The Party Was Sexy And I Didn’t Get The Memo)

I Was Bilbo For Halloween! (Everyone Else At The Party Was Sexy And I Didn’t Get The Memo)

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#12

This Pennywise Halloween Costume

This Pennywise Halloween Costume

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Coming back to what Churchill said, failure is not the end, you just have to find another way and not lose the enthusiasm of trying. Besides, if people always did well in everything they started, we wouldn’t have this hilarious list.

What do you think of it? Can you remember a Halloween when nothing went as planned? Share your stories in the comments and don’t forget to upvote the photos that made you laugh the most!

#14

First Halloween In My New Neighborhood And Didn’t Get A Single Trick Or Treater

First Halloween In My New Neighborhood And Didn’t Get A Single Trick Or Treater

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#15

Decided To Throw A Halloween Party For The First Time In Years. Just Found Out No One Is Coming

Decided To Throw A Halloween Party For The First Time In Years. Just Found Out No One Is Coming

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#16

Epic Fail By My Dad, Not Trying His Costume On Before We Got To Disney World Florida

Epic Fail By My Dad, Not Trying His Costume On Before We Got To Disney World Florida

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

He could salvage it with a back t-shirt underneath the jacket. No saving that makes though...

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Don't Call It A Pumpkin Fail. I Very Specifically & Intentionally Carved A Portal To Another World

Don't Call It A Pumpkin Fail. I Very Specifically & Intentionally Carved A Portal To Another World

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#19

These Halloween Decorations

These Halloween Decorations

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#20

I Needed Some Edible Eyeballs For A Halloween Party Snack. These Were Inside A Larger Bag

I Needed Some Edible Eyeballs For A Halloween Party Snack. These Were Inside A Larger Bag

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#21

These Halloween Socks At Rite Aid Say 'Creery' Instead Of 'Creepy'

These Halloween Socks At Rite Aid Say 'Creery' Instead Of 'Creepy'

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#22

Bought This Cool Halloween Bottle Opener. The Skulls Prevent It From Getting Under The Cap

Bought This Cool Halloween Bottle Opener. The Skulls Prevent It From Getting Under The Cap

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#23

Brilliant Halloween Decorations On This McDonald's Door

Brilliant Halloween Decorations On This McDonald's Door

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#28

True Blood Pumpkin Fail

True Blood Pumpkin Fail

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#29

Lol In Honor Of Halloween To My Halloween Pumpkin Carving Fail Last Year.. My Attempt At A Toothbrush

Lol In Honor Of Halloween To My Halloween Pumpkin Carving Fail Last Year.. My Attempt At A Toothbrush

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#30

Happy Halloween!!

Happy Halloween!!

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

This is what I felt like after eating all of the leftover Halloween candy!

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