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Expectations are a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it’s fun to imagine all the wonderful scenarios that might play out in real life. On the other hand, if your expectations are a tad on the unrealistic side, they can completely wreck your emotional state when you step down from your daydreams and come face to face with reality.

But what about fairly realistic expectations? Surely, if somebody advertises a product or a service, the customer can expect to get exactly what they pay for… right? Spoiler alert: oh, dear Lord, no! TikTok users have been uploading videos showing the huge differences between what they (un)realistically wanted and what they got. From clothes to dog haircuts and more.

People have been adding TikTok user Keelyknight aka Madeline’s audio (where she’s crying because of the nails she got) to their own videos, and we’ve collected some of the best ones for you to watch, dear Pandas. Have a look, upvote your fave vids, and be sure to let us know which ones were your favorite, why, and if you’ve ever been in a similar situation yourselves.

@kneelyknightThis was the worst experience I’ve ever had. #nails #help #foryou #foryoupage♬ original sound - Madeline

When it comes to getting something we totally didn’t want, there are two aspects that you have to consider. The actual quality of the service and managing your own expectations so that you don’t end up being constantly disappointed.

The first aspect is fairly straightforward, even though it might not be easy to get around. If the product or service you’ve received doesn’t meet your standards of quality or what’s been advertised, then you’ve got to ask for a refund. Complain! Often and loudly.

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

Oh no... it will look better once you bush it out but that ombré is atrocious

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Obviously, try to be as diplomatic as you can with your complaints—you’re dealing with other human beings after all. And it’s not always the person who’s registering your complaint who was responsible for what you got. So try not to make their life hell and they’ll be more likely to help you out.

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If a company has a genuine customer-first policy in play, they’ll take serious complaints, well, seriously. They’ll hear you out, offer you support, follow up on your complaint, and do whatever they can to make up for their mistake. But we all know that far from every company is willing to be so friendly and instead has a “profit comes first, collateral damage is all right” kind of mentality.

Consider seeking legal aid if the product was especially expensive or if you, your loved ones, or your pets suffered because of what happened. If somebody’s blatantly advertising something that’s clearly false as a way to make a quick buck, then you’ve got to do your part in putting an end to it.

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However, there’s that pesky second aspect when it comes to not getting what we wanted. And that all comes down to our expectations. Sometimes, what we want is so perfect, requires so much skill and craftsmanship, that not everyone can fulfill our orders. In those cases, what we envision and what the local craftspeople can provide simply don’t sync up. Or, to put it more bluntly, you get what you pay for.

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

I can’t even fathom the thought process in thinking these were remotely similar. How to people get away with this?

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

And you did not notice until every last nail was "done"?

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Amy R. Cohen
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seriously. I think some of these are for attention. After one nail, I’d be like hell no!

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

Did you not notice they were not applying tips?

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

Nope, don't believe her, not a salon job, she totally did it herself

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

I dont understand this. You could look at your nails while they are working at them. So after the first one, you can stop them?

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

Exactly. Or maybe the customer was extremely timid and didn’t want to upset the nail tech?? I only say that because I was like that as a teenager. I allowed people to get away with obviously f*****g up my hair because I didn’t want to hurt their feelings....

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

A style that can only be done with acrylic tips, how was it not noticed that no tips were being applied?

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

At least with that size of mails you can weep your ass without a problem...in the other hand with the first ones...would be a epic problem...

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

OK come on!! This is not done by professional! She did it herself or her kid did it!

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

It looks like when my 8-year old niece painted my nails.....

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

Again, the one on the left is an ombre using acrylic. On the right is polish.

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

Did anyone else notice the nail length in the second pic? Not the same, maybe she had them redone but I'm a cynic.

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

I'm sure everyone notices, it's kinda obvious. She probably didn't want fake nails, so I'm guessing that IF it was actually done at salon (which I doubt) then they had trouble because they're so short

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

I'm amused that so far all of these are the fault or idiocy of the person whining, and no where do they seem to think it had a thing to do with them or their judgement. :D

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

Ugh why tf do people want nails like on the left? You can’t wipe yourself after the bathroom, you can’t type on a computer keyboard, you can’t use your phone, you can’t do anything, and you look basic.

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

This one has to be a joke😂🤣😅😆😁😄😃😀

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

Weren't you there with your fingers, asleep, passed out? Just how did you miss what was going on?

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

Well the obvious part is that you didn't get tips on your nails.

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

Yet the picture of her with her hand over her face look good and very different.....?

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

But you would have known it was wrong right after the first nail, no?

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Molly A. Block
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nope. You saw that sh*t happening. Can't blame it on the manicurist.

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

the nail person should have got you fake nails and then painted it and then ombred it. it looks pretty bad-

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

If I just file a little more I'llget the shape. Just a bit more ;o)

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

This is a bit of a stretch. She made this up because no way she wouldn’t notice the “mistake” the moment the first finger is done

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

Impossible. Attention seeking. You will not even be hired anywhere as a nail artist and not get past screening process with this capacity! Please. Lies.

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

the hand in front of your face looks similar? What's the problem?

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

At least you will be able to pick your nose without fear of piercing your brain.

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

Yeah even her hand over her forehead (saying oh no) looks well done

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

can't be done in a salon.you would notice if it was wrong. Why have all 10 fingers br painted wrong?

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

No mf'n way. Why she let them continue after the 1st nail?

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

That’s not what she asked for, obviously. Just another idiot.

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

Yeah no, this was done by your little sister and you searched something up that looked like it.

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

I don't understand why people just don't stop after the first nail.

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

Her nails are not the same shape as the pro job. Those are curved and slim and hers are short and flat. Going to be different right from there. Most tips I've seen are curved. Looks like a home job. They should pop off quickly.

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

and during the whole hour you never stopped the nail tech to correct?

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

Nail length matters...of course it won't look the same if there's no space to fit the design properly

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Don’t expect your nails to look like a model’s when you’re getting them done at a discount store at your local mall. Similarly, you can’t expect a newbie dog groomer to get the same results as a grandmaster with decades of experience: they’ll do their best but you simply can’t expect them to perform according to your imaginary expectations.

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In life, it’s best to do your very best to get the result that you want and then relinquish any and all expectations. You did your best. Well done! Now sit back and don’t fret, find something else to do. If you get what you want, fantastic. If not, no big deal—you’ll try again later. Maybe with a different tactic in mind.

Having low expectations is a healthy mindset, similar to the one where you’re encouraged to do good things for people without expecting anything in return. Life has a pleasant way of surprising us when we’re not desperate, needy, and whiny.

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

Funny. We've got exactly the same. We chose the size we wanted though.

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PsychCentral explains that the first step in relinquishing unrealistic expectations is being able to spot them. Of course, that’s easier said than done because we may have had certain expectations for years and years. And a lot of it’s connected to our desire to maintain control over everything.

Some examples of completely unrealistic expectations include the beliefs that everyone should like you and that the world should be fair. We simply can’t have that kind of control over the world (well, unless we’re a superhero, the Emperor of the Universe, or a member of the Greek Pantheon).

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

All you would have to do to get that sort of hair is go to sleep and wake up

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

At least there's still enough length to get it fixed. Must be awfully frustrating though.

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Similarly, if we’re constantly disappointed by results and not having our expectations met every step of the way, well, maybe it’s time to analyze them in detail. Spend the weekend looking at your belief structures.

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

Besides the fact it is not what she wanted... Is it only me or the hair looks burnt?

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

Well to be honest, it is difficult to get the same result if you have a totally different hair type...

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Note: this post originally had 40 images. It’s been shortened to the top 30 images based on user votes.

Give yourself permission to not have everything go perfectly. Embrace flexibility. That doesn’t mean giving up your high standards (quality is good stuff, people), but you have to be relatively down to earth. Otherwise, you’ll spend the rest of your life making wanted vs. got TikTok videos.