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Emotions are a complex thing. Anyone would say that sadness feels bad, and laughing feels good. But the human psyche is so much more complicated than that, and things are never just black and white.

So in order to see how that works in practice, we’re diving into a collection of posts that will simultaneously crack a smile, and leave you pretty sad. And thanks to the corner of Reddit “Funny And Sad,” which is home to 726k members, there’s a lot to choose from!

Get ready for a very nuanced experience of internet consumption where jokes meet tough reality, and where the reality is not always funny. After you’re done, be sure to check out part 1 of the post right here.

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Why On Earth !?

Why On Earth !?

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

Health care should NOT be a business. Making money off sick people is unconscionable.

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    The Most United States Thing To Say About The United States Ever

    The Most United States Thing To Say About The United States Ever

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

    Have the United States enough oil to be liberated by the United States?

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    #3

    Poor Mom

    Poor Mom

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

    I had exactly the same conversation with my Korean friend. It's pointless to explain the difference to rednecks screaming go back to China in your face.

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    Previously, we spoke with Dr. Lise Deguire, a clinical psychologist and the author of “Flashback Girl: Lessons on Resilience From a Burn Survivor” who said that occasional sadness is a normal part of life.“Happiness and sadness are both normal feelings that naturally arise through life's inevitable ups and downs. When people are numb to their feelings, or try to avoid feelings altogether, they won't experience sadness, but they won't experience much happiness either,” she explained.

    However, some people may be more susceptible to sad emotions than others. This may be due to many reasons, but previous experiences, genetics, and mindsets are largely to blame. “This can be partly genetic and partly due to negative life experiences. Mindset is also a factor,” Lisa told us.

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    “People who tend to be pessimistic, who dwell on the future anxiously, and who ruminate negatively about the past can experience more sadness. However, these are cognitive bad habits that can really be helped by psychotherapy.”

    #4

    Sounds About Right

    Sounds About Right

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

    Apparently Corona-parties are a (luckily rare?) thing in Germany/Austria. Filed under facts and ideas that make my brain melt

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    But most of the posts in this article have to do with the fact that they make a point which is presented in a funny way but is in itself not that funny. Quite on the contrary, many examples present cases of what could be called “a hard truth” which is, as we know very well, a pretty hard thing to swallow.

    In a previous interview, Susan Petang, a certified life coach who runs The Quiet Zone Coaching, told Bored Panda that if the truth is something we don’t agree with, it will be uncomfortable to hear it because it all has to do with our core beliefs and values, and the way we view the world.

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    “When what we believe to be true about ourselves, situations, other people, or the world in general is at odds with what we observe, the result is cognitive dissonance—when our beliefs and our observations are at odds. This can cause considerable stress,” she explained.

    #8

    The War In Afghanistan Cost Americans 300 Million A Day For The Last 20 Years

    The War In Afghanistan Cost Americans 300 Million A Day For The Last 20 Years

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    #9

    When They Tell You To Work Hard To Be Rich

    When They Tell You To Work Hard To Be Rich

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

    My 12yo wants to live in Iceland when they grow up and I'm encouraging them because I want my kid to have a better life than I've had and getting out of the USA is going to contribute to making that possible.

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    On the other hand, when we talk about truth, we have to be aware of the fact that it’s really a question of perception. Unless it’s a stated, scientifically-backed up fact, or a law of nature, all truths can be challenged. “So, what I have experienced as 'truth' may not be what you have experienced as 'truth.' For example, one could say that the truth is that water boils at 212 degrees. Or does it? If you use the metric system, water boils at 100 degrees,” Susan said.

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    #10

    Unfortunately It Gets Swept Under The Rug Because We Don’t Have Our S**t Together

    Unfortunately It Gets Swept Under The Rug Because We Don’t Have Our S**t Together

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

    I don't think enough cactus could be grown to make much of a dent in the use of plastic throughout the world.

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    #12

    I Guess The Hotline Technically Worked?

    I Guess The Hotline Technically Worked?

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    She Found The Root Of The Problem

    She Found The Root Of The Problem

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

    "In my time, 50 euros were a lot of money, you know... -Yes grandma, but your time is over."

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    #14

    Little By Little, You Have To Go To Europe To Work

    Little By Little, You Have To Go To Europe To Work

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

    More news: Graduate Americans decide to stay in Europe because they can't see themselves returning to a dystopian society after having experienced what it is to live in a normal country.

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    #15

    Seems To Make Sense

    Seems To Make Sense

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

    in germany and switzerland we say "dear god, please let it rain brains.. or stones. but please just hit the target!" ( lieber gott, lass es hirne regnen.. oder steine. aber hauptsache du triffst!)

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    #18

    Millennials In Congress

    Millennials In Congress

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

    Considering the average age of a lot of elected officials, it would be best to hire younger people anyway because they have more perspective on what life is like for young people and how much stuff costs

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    #19

    John Boner, I Was Opposed To Recreational Marijuana Until I Started Making Millions Off Of It

    John Boner, I Was Opposed To Recreational Marijuana Until I Started Making Millions Off Of It

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

    Reagans were the original cult leaders of the Republican party, worshipped to this day. A lot of problems in the country have been a result of Reagan and his gang of thugs. And there is a direct line from Ronald to Donald.

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    #22

    My Favorite Kind Of Sale

    My Favorite Kind Of Sale

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

    But everything you think you're gonna get is actually from a completely different department, as you got lost in the shop. Keep it anyway.

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    #23

    Tweet: Raising The Hand

    Tweet: Raising The Hand

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    #24

    Not So Dystopian

    Not So Dystopian

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

    "frost my tips and log me in" such a great brand new sentence hahahaha

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    #25

    We Can't Do Anything Else But Laugh At This Point

    We Can't Do Anything Else But Laugh At This Point

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    #27

    Yes, That Is True Icebreaker

    Yes, That Is True Icebreaker

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    #31

    It Sucks To Be A Diabetic In The US

    It Sucks To Be A Diabetic In The US

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    American Dream Move Out Of Country

    American Dream Move Out Of Country

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    #35

    The True Answer

    The True Answer

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    #36

    Trump: Hi Beautiful Girls I Love All Of You

    Trump: Hi Beautiful Girls I Love All Of You

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

    I can't understand how things are well known to all, but a good percentage of the population refuse to know. Be it Trump, Covid, climate catastrophe... I just can't.

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    #38

    Not To Mention Our Ears

    Not To Mention Our Ears

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

    Don't give them more ideas! They'll start making us pay for all our individual body parts. Oh you fell and believe you sprained your wrist? Well, you have wrist insurance but X Rays show you also fractured a bone in your hand and you don't have coverage for that.

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    #41

    I Have Stage 4 Cancer And Sent This Message To My Friend After Getting My Second Vaccine. This Was His Response

    I Have Stage 4 Cancer And Sent This Message To My Friend After Getting My Second Vaccine. This Was His Response

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    #43

    I Have This Really Funny Story To Tell You Guys. I Was

    I Have This Really Funny Story To Tell You Guys. I Was

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    It Is Really Funny And Sad

    It Is Really Funny And Sad

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

    If the age difference had been the other way round (he older, she way younger) then nobody would have said a fu*king thing.

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    #47

    Here We Go Again Another Top 1% Rich

    Here We Go Again Another Top 1% Rich

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

    Amazon shills in comments below, beware anyone that denies anyone their human rights.

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    #50

    Good Old Cod Lobbies

    Good Old Cod Lobbies

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