Everyday life is full of stress that drains your batteries. So if you need a break to recharge them, the Facebook page 'Blackpool Lad' can be a good place to do so—as its admin(s) say, even for lasses!
The origins of its content are a bit murky. The page shares posts that appear to be from X (formerly known as Twitter), but once you start searching for the sources, you realize that a lot of those accounts do not exist.
However, the jokes and observations themselves still stand. They touch on toxic relationships, bad bosses, anxiety, and other common struggles we have.
Continue scrolling to check them out and don't miss the chat we had with psychotherapist Kaytee Gillis—you'll find it in between the pictures.
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Apparently I roll my eyes so hard that the people around me can hear it.
There are quite a few indicators signaling that we increasingly need to rethink our (lack of) time-outs, but arguably the most alarming ones are found in the workplace. According to SHRM’s Employee Mental Health in 2024 research series, 44% of the 1,405 surveyed U.S. employees feel burned out at work, 45% feel "emotionally drained" from their work, and 51% feel "used up" at the end of the workday.
And these things can seriously impact our well-being.
"Some of the signs that we are burned out include physical pain, increased mental health symptoms such as depression or anxiety, feeling a lot more lethargic or tired, or decreased motivation for things that we used to look forward to, as well as feeling irritable and resentful about things we need to do such as our job/work, housework, parenting, etc.," psychotherapist, author, and educator Kaytee Gillis, who specializes in helping people recover from trauma in families and relationships, told Bored Panda.
The SHRM data echoes previous research, including the American Psychological Association’s 2023 Work in America Survey, in which 92% of workers stated that it is very or somewhat important for them to work for an organization that values their emotional and psychological well-being. However, at the same time, 57% reported experiencing many of the negative effects of burnout that Gillis just mentioned.
Proud childless cat lady here. I am also nearly 50, never married & work in a library. I’m a living stereotype & loving every minute of it 😉
Or the person with the cart situated blocking the aisle, no room on either side. "Time for bumper cars".
That reminds me that I want to get some dinosaur shaped chicken nuggets when I next go to the grocery store.
While we all go through hardship, not everyone handles it the same. Our coping mechanisms can be classified as active or avoidant.
Active coping means that a person recognizes the source of their stress and takes steps to change the situation or the way they respond to it.
Avoidant coping, on the other hand, occurs when a person ignores the root problem that causes them stress.
But every 10 seconds, she was asking, " Have you got your passport? Show me your passport. "
To circumvent this, my wife will fall asleep on the couch knowing that I cannot, and will not, let her sleep on the couch over night. It forces me to stop and say "Let's go to bed."
"Some common unhealthy coping skills include substance misuse and isolation," Gillis, author of Breaking the Cycle: the 6 Stages of Healing from Childhood Family Trauma, said.
"However, many things can be an unhealthy coping skill if used in an unhealthy way or a way that contributes to avoidance. For example, exercise or video games can both be a fun way to de-stress, but both can also be unhealthy when used in excess."
At least I can mostly speak my mind with my patients. Sorry, if you don't quit the cigarettes and live more healthy you will significantly decrease your healthy life span. Some people need a kick in the a*s
Gillis said, "The best way to recover [from burnout] is to get a break!"
"I understand that isn't always feasible or realistic, but a break can also look like decreasing the workload by delegating some tasks to other people, asking for help with housework or parenting, or taking a couple of days (or more!) off when you can get an actual break."
"Also, increase self-care, such as eating meals, drinking water, moving your body in ways that feel good, and taking care of other needs that are often neglected when we are stressed," the psychotherapist added.
This only works if your relationship is so bad that your partner wouldn't ask. I guess that's the prize you win for being passive aggressive?
It can take time to become aware of and unlearn negative coping mechanisms. Initially, you'll need to be intentional about incorporating positive coping strategies into your daily life, and this may require considerable effort. However, over time, these responses will become more automatic. For now, let's finish the list!
Wait, I’m not alone? Did someone get in because I didn’t check the door a fourth time?
Not those exact words, but my wife saw me refold my shirts once when I was still in the military... 14 years together and folding laundry is still my job XD
My sister's dog smelled her breast cancer, now I don't like it when he follows me
Same with deer and rabbits. Can't they see I'm a Disney Princess in disguise??
No, that would be like sitting in a field of muesli with no fruit. Fries would be a carrot patch.
We are always good. In fact, there is no minute of any day that we are not perfect.
Then you side eye the dog, they look away, side eye, look away "nope, not begging, just chillin'"
I'm not so sure that someone taking 'a patient's history' wouldn't know how to spell "new" correctly.
I once house-sat for a couple with a cat. The cat loved sci-fy shows, so one of the conditions of house-sitting was that I watched sci-fy shows with the cat. 10/10 experience.
I work weekends, so this would technically be a compliment coming from me
My mom has a habit of leaving her phone in the kitchen on the island. A few weeks ago, my son and I were in the backyard with his 3yo & 2yo. He was playing on his phone while I blew bubbles. Asked him to please get me a DP. He said sure. Then I see him talking and hear him say " Grammy, since you're in the kitchen now, would you mind bringing mom a DP? Thx" she was laughing as she said "Well played, kiddo!"
Just having a mild disagreement with Mr Auntriarch about can you call it slaughter if it's only one person. If not, can I slaughter him several times
Yes, you can slaughter one person, but to qualify as slaughter it has to be done in a cruel or particularly violent way. Now, have fun!
Load More Replies...Very sad so many of these "relatable" memes are about bullying and gaslighting your partner. Glad I can't relate. Sad so many do.
When the joke only makes sense if you start from the premise of the couple being awful to each other, it's not funny, just sad.
Load More Replies...Nav.. think is mostly to have fun - guys do it too you know 😉
Load More Replies...Never seen so many 'standing outdoors alone with my hands up in the air' profile pics in one story.
Years ago, I accidentally washed my (ex)wife's white silk blouse in hot water with bleach. I was forbidden from doing laundry ever again. I'd call that a win.
Just having a mild disagreement with Mr Auntriarch about can you call it slaughter if it's only one person. If not, can I slaughter him several times
Yes, you can slaughter one person, but to qualify as slaughter it has to be done in a cruel or particularly violent way. Now, have fun!
Load More Replies...Very sad so many of these "relatable" memes are about bullying and gaslighting your partner. Glad I can't relate. Sad so many do.
When the joke only makes sense if you start from the premise of the couple being awful to each other, it's not funny, just sad.
Load More Replies...Nav.. think is mostly to have fun - guys do it too you know 😉
Load More Replies...Never seen so many 'standing outdoors alone with my hands up in the air' profile pics in one story.
Years ago, I accidentally washed my (ex)wife's white silk blouse in hot water with bleach. I was forbidden from doing laundry ever again. I'd call that a win.