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It’s often said that two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity. While the first is still up for debate, the internet seems to prove the latter every day. Because frankly, the ridiculous and offensive opinions people express online sometimes make you wonder if common sense is even real.
Fortunately, there’s a place where these moments get the attention they deserve: r/facepalm. This subreddit calls out all sorts of cringe-worthy blunders, and we’ve pulled together some of their most outrageous posts. Check them out below!
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#1
Absolutely Unreal 🙃👇
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#2
The Truth Hurts
Of course, none of us are immune to slipping up and saying something questionable online. However, there’s a difference between a simple mistake and a pattern of constant stupidity or rudeness. It often seems like people let their thoughts run wild on the internet, behaving differently than they would in real life.
This phenomenon is actually well-documented. Researchers call it the ‘online disinhibition effect,’ a concept introduced by psychologist John Suler in 2004. In simple terms, it means users drop their usual social restraints and inhibitions when communicating online, saying things they’d normally keep to themselves.
#3
They Should've Trust Him
#4
These Social Media Influencing Is Getting Out Of Hand
Internet psychologist Graham Jones suggests that, in some ways, our online behavior mirrors what happens in face-to-face interactions. “Having said that, there is a feature of the online world that makes such negative behaviour more likely than in the real world,” he explains. “In the real world people subconsciously monitor the behaviour of others around them and adapt their own behaviour accordingly... Online we do not have such feedback mechanisms.”
#5
Something Important
BlackestDawn 4 months ago
This is so wrongly phrased. I would rather say a "daily item" than important since even important items can be forgotten if not part of your daily routine, and "daily items" don't really need to be important in that aspect.
#6
Good Guys With Guns Not Allowed?
#7
When You Pretend To Be Religious
These feedback mechanisms include body language, facial expressions, and other clear signals that reveal how people respond to what we’re saying. For example, if we make a hurtful comment towards someone, we might notice their visible discomfort, or if we do something embarrassing, others might laugh. These cues guide our behavior and help us follow social norms. However, in digital interactions, these immediate responses are missing, leaving us without the usual prompts to adjust our behavior.
#9
America
Michael P (Perthaussieguy) 4 months ago
Also, look at the number of millionaire Republicans that held their hands out too.
#10
By Watching Movies For Several Hours Is A Waste?
Moreover, on the internet, we can easily go incognito or share only limited information about ourselves, which can make it feel like our actions and words have no real-world consequences. We can choose usernames instead of our real names, avoid sharing personal photos, or even hide our IP addresses. Suler refers to this as ‘dissociative anonymity.’ It creates a sense of detachment, making us feel less accountable for what we say, and some might even convince themselves that their online personas “aren’t me at all.”
#11
How Come Women Have Freedom
#12
I Have A Question
penguino (they/them) 4 months ago (edited)
I guess \_:3_/ (Edit-clarification-i couldn’t find a good emoji plz don’t ban me)
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Multa Nocte 4 months ago
I don't know why, but your use of the phrase "face sphincter" has got me rolling in the aisles.
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Joe Reaves 4 months ago
Manual labour, poorly paid, because he and his followers think the only jobs black people should have are the ones slaves used to do.
Lorene Webb 4 months ago
Since Trump has been convicted of 34 felonies related to financial doings, maybe we could suggest to the judge that his sentence would be to work in the fields, like normal "workers" do, black or Hispanic or whatever they might be. There are many, many non-black & non-Hispanic folks forced to do physical labor in the fields to keep this country fed. They are "people". I suspect mostly normal, American-born citizens, no matter the color or country of origin, who for some reason can't find other employment.
Load More Replies... CK 4 months ago
"Black jobs" isn't a great phrase for Trump to use but it just means the jobs held by a Black people collectively. Trump is (rather racistly) claiming that Hispanic people are coming to take away jobs from Black people, and he's saying it in a pathetic attempt to stir racial conflict to manipulate Black people into voting for him, which is much more concerning than the phrasing.
deletemyaccount 4 months ago
But those are the same jobs white people hold which is why Trumps statement like he says is so stupid.
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Verena 4 months ago
In German "Schwarzarbeit" (Black Work, if translated literally) is work done out of the view of Tax and Law bodies = in the shadows/darkness = in the dark => black. It still can be quality work, so it isn't shady.
Oerff On Tour 4 months ago
So there's a chance for 2nd generation Hispanic immigrants
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Geoffrey Scott 4 months ago
I hope he does deport "illegals"...be fun to watch him cut his own grass at Mar-A- Lago....dumbass.
Alessa Gillespie 4 months ago
Such a disgraceful performance at the National Association of Black Journalists. No surprise of course, but still hilarious!
Nimitz 4 months ago
HE SAID THIS TODAY! On July 31st, to the National Association of Black Journalists, and someone asked this exact question in response. How the f**k is this guy even in the f*****g running? Seriously America! CANADA DEMANDS ANSWERS!
antoinette maldari 4 months ago
His final answer, after going on an unrelated tangent, as he usually does, was "Any job that anybody has". Typical back peddling nonsense. And, I am sorry Nimitz, The Orange One NEVER answers questions.
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Duck 4 months ago
Trumps assination was so disappointing. ALL THE GUN RIGHTS IN THE WORLD AND YOU MISSED!
Lorene Webb 4 months ago
...uuuuhhhhh.... What exactly is a "black" job or a "Hispanic" job??? And how is there a difference. I'm quite sure the "Stable Genius" has lost whatever feeble mind he had!
Gary Gilpin 4 months ago
Trump just said today in reference to saying this.."Any job is a black job" 😳
Wendy Hamilton 4 months ago
Good point. What is a black job? I would think it's the same as white job or any other ethnicity.
GalaAmbrosia 1 day ago
He's literally just trying to set minorities up against each other. Its obvious and its dumb lol.
Ronald McElroy 3 months ago
He referred to low-skill jobs. He is a bigot; but, he understands the relationship to higher education and high-skilled jobs. Use common sense rather than victimhood when using your reading comprehension.
Trevor Hardy 4 months ago
Research my friend. Trumps time as president got more black people into jobs than Obama did. Facts
nottheactualphoto 4 months ago
You could just move to Russia if that's the kind of country you want to live in. Or China.
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#13
America
Jill Rhodry 4 months ago
Seems I'm just as stoopid as this dude, 'cause I see his sarcastic point - someone care to explain why this makes him and I idiots?
Many of our online interactions also don’t happen in real time. When we post something, send a private message, or leave a comment, it can take minutes, hours, or even days before we hear back from anyone.
“In real life, the analogy might be speaking to someone, magically suspending time before that person can reply, and then returning to the conversation when one is willing and able to hear the response,” writes Suler.
The delay in feedback means we often don’t connect emotionally with the situation, allowing us to “run away” from the moment and retreat to our safe space where nothing feels wrong.
#14
American Cops Scare Me
TheDarkestRaven 4 months ago
Police absolutly need body cams, but mostly because they can protect a victim. I’ve seen records of a cop faking finding d***s in innocent peoples cars, every time he ‘found’ them, he would move away the body cam, and only move it back once he was away from the vehicle and had the object in question.
#15
Epstein Maxxing 🏎️
Michael P (Perthaussieguy) 4 months ago
He knew exactly what is in there and his name crops up often.
#16
Just Well
Jeff White 4 months ago
Either ... "The Inquisition, The Inquisition!" (in a singsongy voice) Or ... "No one expects the (Spanish) Inquisition!" (in a Monty Pythony voice). Or burning witches at Salem? Or probably any one of another 5000 examples (Colonization?) that could be cited. This does seem to be the most idiotic statement yet.
In some cases, the internet can create a false sense of closeness with people we interact with, leading us to reveal things we wouldn’t normally share with just anyone in real life.
“Often, people will consider their online ‘friends’ and connections much closer to them than they really are,” explains L. Gordon Brewer, a therapist who specializes in working with individuals and couples. “This results in lowered boundaries, which makes people feel more comfortable venting and discussing controversial topics, and more likely to share intimate details that are traditionally reserved for their inner circle.”
While our friends and family might easily forgive us for going off on a tangent or saying something awkward, the same comments can sound odd or even mean to strangers online.
#17
Makes No Sense
#18
Everything's Going To Be Alt-Right
#19
To Make America “Great”
On the other hand, being less guarded on the internet can sometimes lead to surprisingly positive outcomes. People may find themselves being kinder, more compassionate, and more willing to open up about their struggles and thoughts. For example, a British study found that teenagers felt comfortable discussing their mental health issues in online forums where they could remain anonymous. This freedom made it easier for them to get support and connect with others who provided helpful advice.
#20
Maybe Teachers Should Get A Raise?
#21
I Don’t Even Know What To Say
#22
Nope, All Above The Law
At the end of the day, some people will be intentionally hurtful online simply because they want to be. “There are just people who are mean-spirited and who will say something cruel just because they know it hurts,” says Brewer. “This is often caused by a sense of insecurity and, somehow, lashing out makes them feel more secure in themselves.” Chances are, those who behave this way are struggling with deep personal issues and use their internet presence as a way to gain some control over their own lives.
#23
People Are Monsters…
Jeff White 4 months ago
Sorry to be persnickity, but this behavior is EVIL, not idiotic. Hope that clears things up.
#24
Right Wing Groups Afraid People Will Learn What Happens When You Oppose Them In Texas
#25
Delusional People
So if you ever feel tempted to post something mean or inappropriate online, consider if there might be something else troubling you. Likewise, if you come across a comment that really gets under your skin, keep in mind that the person behind it might be dealing with their own struggles. And when in doubt, remember that you always have the option to block or mute—sometimes, it’s the best way to maintain your own peace of mind.
#26
Did The Mistake Of Calling My Coworker Bro
Rocket Surgeon 4 months ago
I get the weird feeling this person doesn't know what a "brother" or "sister" actually is and just misread the context he got on a porn site.
#27
Can't Like Fit Girls Without Being Gay
Jeff White 4 months ago
Wow. No matter how I try to understand any point of view that would make "sense", I cannot. My brain hurts now.
#28
Europe
Roma Korsakaite 4 months ago
Are you seriously calling that highly processed c**p "food"?... Yes, we don't have food here in Europe.
#29
S**t Americans Say
Glasofruix 4 months ago
Flashnews, people can speak more than one language regardless of the color of their skin.
#30
Wh-What Did I Just Read
Chihuahua Mama 4 months ago
I just don't understand transphobes. Like why does the content of other people's pants affect you so much?
#31
Oop!
Jill Rhodry 4 months ago
Not a facepalm, the possible future - shame no-one told 'em that the handmaid's tale wasn't meant to be a manifesto
#32
What In The World?
Bald Panda 4 months ago
This is the level of stupidity that my friends across the pond are up against. Certainly from here, MAGA looks more like a cult every day.
#33
Smartest Man Ever!
#34
Creepy 101
Rocket Surgeon 4 months ago
This (and most of these it seems) don't match the headline at all. I mean, I'm sure this guy got called out for being a dimwit, but there are no examples of that.
#35
Hmm, I Wonder Why No One Wants To Go To Her Wedding
Not-a-Clue (she/her) 4 months ago
Oh no! I might get deleted off Facebook! How on earth will I keep up with their lives?! 😱
#36
Heat Stroke Is Woke Now
Rocket Surgeon 4 months ago
Nobody has ever died from it being too warm outside? Um... I hate to break it to you...
#37
"Climate Change Is A Hoax"
Roma Korsakaite 4 months ago
How can people don't notice how much hotter are summers now than they use to be in our childhood... Well, nothing is impossible if you're stupid enough
#38
This Is Gold Medal At The Olympics Levels Of A Weird Take
#39
Bro Doesn't Even Know That He Doesn't Know
Undercover 4 months ago (edited)
Thank you for enlightening every farmer on the planet! 🥰✨✨✨ /s
#40
Boobs Are The Biggest Personality Trait
Little Wonder 4 months ago
Oh I love when games make realistic women and the Gamerboiz get all sad because they don't want to have sex with the fictional lady anymore. Delicious.
#41
Instagram Loves Blood Diamonds
#42
Wait... What🤦
#43
Man Ages Over Two Decades, Public Shocked
Rocket Surgeon 4 months ago
If someone told me I aged like Henry Cavill I'd have a new best friend.
#44
How Is That Obesity?
#45
Because, They're Supposed To Move On?
#46
I’m So Done With Boomers And Facebook
#47
No, We Don’t Support Her
#48
Oh Yeah?
BlackestDawn 4 months ago
I'd agree with this if the issue was purely about someone else just being a billionaire. The issue isn't about someone else just being a billionaire but largely about how they became and keep staying a billionaire.
#49
Now Wait A Damn Minute
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Ace 4 months ago
Most of these, certainly most of the top rated ones, are completely out of place on this list. They get upvoted because people agree with the content, but they're not at all about people saying dumb things and getting called out for them.
Bernd Herbert 4 months ago
Absolutely. This list was awful and some examples were even outrageously wrong here, for example the one with the school shooting at Uvalde
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Brittania Kelli 4 months ago
This was painful to read. Not only were half the posts nothing to do with people being called out for dumb things, it was also full of divisive rhetoric and just a hodge podge of nonsense. It was just random social media rubbish.
liam newton-harding 4 months ago
I get the feeling this post is going to be, very shortly, given a new title, as half the posts do not fit the current title.
Guigsy Gwiggins 4 months ago (edited)
The internet is a toilet of advertising, tracking, censorship and idiocy
Stephanie Barr 3 months ago
Hey, BP, how about you let me read a SINGLE entry all the way through without popping in with the same add you've already shown be twelve times already during this one page. (Couldn't even write this one comment without it popping up again).
somnomania (she/her, queer) 3 months ago
bored panda, i beg of you, idc what you include in these posts for the most part, but PLEASE stop including things from jk rowling, stop giving her another platform for her hate + the discussion on that specific image is a trash fire. i'm cool with all the scraped AITA stuff, but this site was primarily great art and cat/pet photos when i first found it; please return to more of that, stop giving people reasons to be hateful at each other.
Carl Roberts 4 months ago
Well...this an absolutely garbage list. Just a bunch of divisive political nonsense attacking one side.
Manana Man 4 months ago
This thread has been like a liberal woke anthem. The best part is that we all agree.
Richard Smith 4 months ago
Blah blah blah America is horrible...my country is perfect...aren't I clever and witty. There. My summary would save readers the time.
Little Wonder 4 months ago
There's a big "Add post" link at the top of the screen, you can make a list about anything you like.
Load More Replies... Ace 4 months ago
Most of these, certainly most of the top rated ones, are completely out of place on this list. They get upvoted because people agree with the content, but they're not at all about people saying dumb things and getting called out for them.
Bernd Herbert 4 months ago
Absolutely. This list was awful and some examples were even outrageously wrong here, for example the one with the school shooting at Uvalde
Load More Replies... Brittania Kelli 4 months ago
This was painful to read. Not only were half the posts nothing to do with people being called out for dumb things, it was also full of divisive rhetoric and just a hodge podge of nonsense. It was just random social media rubbish.
liam newton-harding 4 months ago
I get the feeling this post is going to be, very shortly, given a new title, as half the posts do not fit the current title.
Guigsy Gwiggins 4 months ago (edited)
The internet is a toilet of advertising, tracking, censorship and idiocy
Stephanie Barr 3 months ago
Hey, BP, how about you let me read a SINGLE entry all the way through without popping in with the same add you've already shown be twelve times already during this one page. (Couldn't even write this one comment without it popping up again).
somnomania (she/her, queer) 3 months ago
bored panda, i beg of you, idc what you include in these posts for the most part, but PLEASE stop including things from jk rowling, stop giving her another platform for her hate + the discussion on that specific image is a trash fire. i'm cool with all the scraped AITA stuff, but this site was primarily great art and cat/pet photos when i first found it; please return to more of that, stop giving people reasons to be hateful at each other.
Carl Roberts 4 months ago
Well...this an absolutely garbage list. Just a bunch of divisive political nonsense attacking one side.
Manana Man 4 months ago
This thread has been like a liberal woke anthem. The best part is that we all agree.
Richard Smith 4 months ago
Blah blah blah America is horrible...my country is perfect...aren't I clever and witty. There. My summary would save readers the time.
Little Wonder 4 months ago
There's a big "Add post" link at the top of the screen, you can make a list about anything you like.
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