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Even a dyed-in-the-wool perfectionist will tell you that we all make mistakes. Some are bigger than others, though, and if we don’t learn from them, we’re destined to make them again and again. This can obviously lead to a world of frustration.

Someone asked the internet, “What’s a mistake you’ll never make twice?” and an online community wasn’t shy to share the lessons they learned the hard way. Tuck into this collection of epic errors in judgment.

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#1

Two people exchanging euro banknotes, illustrating mistakes involving money in life experiences. Lending money to a relative. They use your kindness to the point they expect you to just give it to them for free, since you're more financially stable.

IceSeeker , freepik Report

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    #2

    Hand scooping ice cream into a waffle cone, illustrating common mistakes people made in their life with choices and actions. Mistaking what I thought was ice cream for a delicious scoop of frozen turkey fat.

    JamesTheJerk , branin Report

    #3

    Two people holding hands across a table, symbolizing support and reflection on life mistakes and lessons learned. Trusting someone who already showed me their true colors.

    SingularGirly , freepik Report

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    #4

    A worried woman comforting a man sitting on a bed, reflecting on mistakes people made in life and regret. Ignoring my gut when it says something isn't right in a relationship/friendship. My ex taught me that even the person I love most can lie to my face and I'll just accept it if I want it to be true.

    Crystal_Warrior , drobotdean Report

    #5

    A young woman looking upset while a man tries to comfort her on a couch, illustrating life mistakes and regrets. Assuming someone is my friend just because they act like one.

    My friend's girlfriend was really cool, I liked her. We hung out occasionally and she would call and invite me to do things. Granted, many of our plans got canceled, but she initiated most of our contact in that regard.

    Three years pass, we talk often, especially on Instagram and fb. One day I loaded insta ans went to send something to her, but couldn't access her profile anymore. I'd been blocked. I was also blocked on every other social media site we were friends on.

    I saw that she and my friend had broken up, but I figured she and I were close enough she'd want to stay in contact.

    My friend later told me she'd never really liked me at all, hated me in fact.

    That woman faked a 3 year friendship and hated me the whole time.

    will_write_for_tacos , gorynvd Report

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    #6

    Hands washing a bar of soap under running water in a sink, illustrating common mistakes people made in life. Not thoroughly washing my hands after eating hot-hot-hot wings and then goign to take a pee.

    Kozeyekan_ , HastaKreatifID Report

    #7

    Woman stressed at a laptop in a bright room, reflecting on mistakes that people made in life and said never again. I thought this would be an easy one to answer, but thinking about it made me realize that I often make the same mistakes again. I do learn from them eventually, but yeah. Still hurts.

    Anyway, one thing I will never do again after having experienced it one time: working too hard, thinking you can't be missed and telling yourself it's not too much, I can still meet the deadline. No! Slow down and discuss with your colleagues if they feel the same pressure. Work is important, but not 'destroy your mind and body due to stress'-important.

    One key take away is: if you're working extra hours to meet a deadline and your family senses a bit more stress in your behaviour. Don't deny it. Talk about it and do something about it.

    EdMeisterBro , dmytrohai Report

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    #8

    Young man explaining life lessons and mistakes to a woman over coffee in an outdoor café setting. Being nice to those who don't deserve it.

    Ok-Buy5000 , cookie_studio Report

    #9

    Woman asleep on bed with empty alcohol bottle nearby, illustrating common mistakes people made in their life never again concept. Having an extended sober streak and then thinking I can moderate and have “just a few” 🤣😶.

    -CosmicDust , dmytrenko.fsk Report

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    #10

    Person counting money bills with focus on hands, illustrating common mistakes people made in their life. Loaning a close friend money.

    No-Appointment5 , alidrian Report

    #11

    Man fixing electrical wiring with a screwdriver, illustrating common life mistakes people said never again. Accidentally grabbing a live wire when renovating my flat.

    Status_Client4294 , EyeEm Report

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    #12

    Couple hugging outside a house, expressing forgiveness and learning from mistakes in life and relationships. Thinking that by loving a person enough everything will be fine.

    buchfresserchen , freepik Report

    #13

    A woman looking regretful on a couch with a man blurred in the background, reflecting on life mistakes made. Letting my guard down too fast. happened in my first relationship and ended up regretting how open i was only to be treated bad. next time i’m gonna wait longer.

    SquarePresentation86 , pressmaster Report

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    #14

    Hands holding wedding rings over a divorce decree document, illustrating common life mistakes people regret. In any situation that involves an agreement between people - LAWYER UP

    Went through a divorce, I thought it was amicable until I got the court documents through and have been financially and situationally messed over for the rest of my life.

    Avionykx , freepik Report

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    #15

    Man proposing with a ring to a surprised woman, capturing one of the 32 mistakes that people made in their life concept. Accepting a proposal i didn't want, without any warning and in front of 100 people.

    yogadidnthelp , freepik Report

    #16

    A woman in labor with a partner holding her hand and a medical professional assisting in a delivery room. Childbirth.

    LoosePhilosopher1107 , wavebreakmedia_micro Report

    #17

    A woman expressing regret and sadness while a man listens, illustrating common mistakes people made in life. Staying in an unfulfilling, painful relationship just so i don't have to be alone.

    mononoke422 , freepik Report

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    #18

    Man frustrated at desk tearing paper, illustrating common mistakes that people made in life and said never again. Staying in a company that undervalues or underpays because you like your colleagues.

    Procrastubatorfet , freepik Report

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    #19

    Man wearing helmet and sunglasses riding a road bike on a sunny day, reflecting on mistakes made in life. Cycling downhill without protective gear on.

    uselessprofession , EyeEm Report

    #20

    Man lifting dumbbells in a gym, focusing on strength training and avoiding common mistakes in life and fitness. Taking steroids, yeah I got a bit bigger but then as soon as I had an unhealthy meal my feet and legs swelled up like there was no tomorrow, I could push my finger into the top of my foot and there was still an indent a minute later, my legs were melting over the top of my socks, it was gross.

    Swimming_Acadia6957 , EyeEm Report

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    #21

    Couple in bed turned away from each other, showing regret and reflection on mistakes made in life and said never again. Sleeping with a co worker in secret. Never again.

    Irrelevance7 , syda_productions Report

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    #22

    A frustrated woman and a smiling man on a couch, depicting mistakes people made in their life and said never again. Helping ungrateful people.

    Correct-Yam-4076 , YuliiaKa Report

    #23

    A woman taking a selfie smiling while a man looks stressed, illustrating common life mistakes and regrets. Date the ex again.

    Seaweed8888 , New Africa Report

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    #24

    Man in a blazer sitting at a laptop, covering his face in stress, illustrating mistakes people made in life. Having expectation from others. I've set my bar really low so I wouldn't be disappointed that much.

    Dizzy-Item-9175 , freepik Report

    #25

    Man stressed over bills and finances at home, reflecting on mistakes that people made in their life and said never again. I have been scammed here and never send money to anyone here again.

    Guilty_Win165 , noohsaob974 Report

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    #26

    Woman in beige suit and red heels sitting outdoors, stressed and holding her head near a box of personal items, depicting life mistakes. Letting someone convince me to disregard my health problems so I can cook, clean and shop for them, while they themselves are fully capable and talk nonsense behind my back about me being lazy, just because I didn't have a job (and still had to pay an equal share of expenses).

    lildrizzleyah , Grinvalds Report

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    #27

    Two women holding coffee mugs, smiling and chatting indoors, illustrating common life mistakes and lessons learned. Trying to make friend forcefully and trying to ne nice to everyone..
    Thw world really doesn't deserve this.

    IndependentBattle216 , freepik Report

    #28

    A bride placing a wedding ring on the groom’s hand during a ceremony, symbolizing life mistakes and new beginnings. Marriage.

    One_Tap1063 , dima_skorina Report

    #29

    Close-up of a black beetle on wooden surface illustrating mistakes people made in life and lessons learned never again. Not looking down before picking a chip I thought I dropped up off of my lap. I did that once and it turned out to be a beetle 🤢.

    JayofTea , EyeEm Report

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    #30

    A frustrated couple having a disagreement indoors, illustrating common mistakes people made in their life. Dating an avoidant.

    itsobviouslymeduh , wavebreakmedia_micro Report

    #31

    Two men shaking hands outdoors, symbolizing learning from mistakes that people made in their life and said never again. Trust people who don't deserve.

    King-Hendo , freepik Report

    #32

    Man holding box of personal items after work mistake, reflecting on life decisions in a modern office setting. Giving more then the required time for quitting. I gave a months notice to try and help everyone in the office out, got my hours cut drastically.

    lilredridinu , syda_productions Report

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