30 Laugh-Inducing Memes To Take The Edge Off Your Afternoon Slump (New Pics)
Interview With ExpertDon’t judge a book by its cover. Don’t judge the day by the weather. But definitely judge a person by their taste in memes.
It’s a pretty solid way to gauge someone’s sense of humor. Especially if they’re into irony, satire and witty jokes—then you know they’re a blast to be around.
As it happens, we’ve got some excellent test material lined up from the Instagram page Sarcasm Only. With over 16 million fans, it’s safe to say it’s a hit, and we’re confident it’ll be just the thing to share with anyone you want to vibe-check. Go ahead and take a look below!
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Unfortunately when you have set days off, people think that you're always free those days and not that you aren't just unburdened by work.
Haha that’s the best, I once got $5 for helping a guy fashion a belt out of glad wrap/cling film, so he could get into a Nightclub 😂
Load More Replies...Actually, she's an incredible singer. Don't like her? No problem. No need to be rude about it.
Load More Replies...Except when you can and should sleep in, then it's impossible to sleep in the morning. Or maybe I'm just getting old/becoming my grandpa.
Having a good sense of humor is one of the most valuable life skills you can have. It plays a role in nearly every aspect of life—90% of men and 81% of women say it’s the most important quality in a partner, it’s essential for being a successful leader, and studies have even shown it can enhance cancer treatments. But making people laugh isn’t always easy unless it comes naturally, which raises the question: can it actually be improved?
Look you're going to eat healthy go to the gym and die anyway, so why not have that donut afterall.
I love how everyone signs up for a gym membership in January, and it's quite full up until March. Then, it's like a ghost town
I am doing cardio daily for a couple of years now. They told me that when I will get into it I will start enjoying it. I guess it takes more than a couple of years then.
Load More Replies...At 70 years old I discovered daily swimming lowers my arthritis pain, wakes me up, and energizes me. I now get irritable if I miss a daily swim.
I worry BOTH ways and in several ways that I didn't know it was possible to worry
Becoming short of breath while walking uphill/up stairs is one of those many things in life that’s weirdly embarrassing for no good reason 😂
Like pooping, we all do it, so why is it embarrassing?
Load More Replies...Me and my stupid dysfunctional nose walking around and trying not to look like a mouth breather when coming across people while I'm slowly turning an interesting shade of blue
Bored Panda got in touch with Nigerian actor and stand-up comedian Emmanuel Ahiaba, also known as MC Youngee, to find out if becoming funnier is an impossible task. According to him, it’s not only achievable but surprisingly simple.
“It’s not rocket science,” MC Youngee says. “Being funny isn’t as difficult as people make it out to be.” He sees the biggest hurdle as the mental barriers we create for ourselves. Often, he explains, overthinking or fearing judgment holds us back from experimenting with our sense of humor or trying out new jokes. Instead of shying away from improvement, he encourages taking a curious approach and giving yourself the freedom to explore what makes others laugh.
“When you’re too sensitive, you create a wall for yourself,” he notes. “That wall stops you from doing what you want and expressing yourself freely.”
A couple of them probably are. But you'll never know which ones.
Load More Replies...No one has a flat stomach. Even people who work out tons and have a low body fat % have a little pooch when they sit down the right way. I’m at the lower end of a healthy weight for my height and my belly has a little softness and chub to it. I actually really like it. Love your tummies yall 😊 bellies are natural and sexy!
My dream job is being the person who makes up names for nail polish colours. I won’t take a penny less than $200,000 a year.
Load More Replies...9-5s don’t seem to exist anymore (at least in my tiny personal experience). It seems like it’s 8-5s now so you can clock off for an hour lunch break lol
My manager told us to just clock out for a few minutes for “lunch” in case the company did an audit of people’s hours. She’s pretty awesome.
Load More Replies...I don't mind working 7-3 or 9-5. It's all those other days of the year they expect me to show up on.
who gets to work 9-5? that's only 8 hours. if you get an hour lunch, you have to work 8-5. if you get a 30 min lunch, you're working 8:30-5.
I've been working 7:00-15:30 (3:30PM) for 4 years. It was good fun. No traffic yet both ways and there is still some time of the day left to run your errands since many places are open at least till 17:00 (5 PM).
Oh no, that early starting time would kill me. My body just isn’t wired that way.
Load More Replies...I had a job once where I could do that and it was so much better! Missed all the rush-hour c**p.
MC Youngee himself never thought comedy would be in his future—at least not until he was a student in secondary school and crossed paths with MC Longs, a seasoned professional in the field.
MC Longs urged him to give it a try, but Youngee resisted for the longest time, unsure if it was the right fit. Eventually, though, he gave in—and now that it’s his career, he doesn’t regret it for a second.
Looking back, he’s thankful that MC Longs convinced him to take that leap. “I’ll always be grateful to him for pushing me to discover my hidden potential,” he says.
I moved into my apartment 6 years ago, so my rent can only legally be increased so much every year. A friend just moved in next door to me. My rent is $800. His is $1400 🥲 same exact apartment. Everything got insanely expensive in the last few years.
My landlord has never raised the rent since I moved in 10 years ago. I pay $750, and now an apartment my size in the same area would be at least $1,500. It's insane.
Load More Replies...$20 tanks - pfffft. Give me back the days when I could fill a 10-gallon tank on $5 and have change left over.
I remember ordering Chinese food in the old square cartons that I don't see anymore. Then one day the same order was one third broccoli at the bottom instead of the meat. I've felt betrayed ever since. Used to be takeout was 3 meals and it was reasonable to spend money on. Now it's one meal and more expensive.
Oh yeah I have Nappy Hour every day from 4-5pm if I have a day off 😊 naps on the couch are 1/2 off guilty feelings every Monday-Friday. Tuesdays are 2-for-1.
But are you wearing diapers while you have nappy hour? That’s the only way to go.
Load More Replies...MC Youngee thinks comedy is one of the best ways to share your thoughts on any topic without being afraid to be cheeky or witty—because, in the end, it’s all just a joke. “I love the freedom of expression that comes with it,” he says. “And knowing that, as a comedian, you’re also a social commentator whose input can help change the world.”
That’s because it isn’t. The 9PM of your younger days is not the same 9PM of your older days.
Am I the only panda who stays up late as hell when she doesn’t have to work the next day?? And I’m 44.
Load More Replies...Try working overnight and sleeping during the day. Now taking a day off to go to appointments doesn't even help. You just don't get to have any sleep that day . . .
You also get to realize just how noisy the world is during the day.
Load More Replies...Yep in my town everything - EVERYTHING - is open 9-5, Mon-Fri. Which were also my previous job’s exact working hours. I had no choice but to take time off work to go to the post office/dr’s appointments/taxes etc. I was on salary though so I didn’t lose any money for leaving an hour or two early every week or two. I figured the company did that to themselves 😊
However, if you’re still finding your footing with your sense of humor, Youngee suggests avoiding saying anything offensive. Comedy is a delicate balance, and pulling off a risky joke depends entirely on how you deliver it.
“That’s the key—it has to be done right,” he says. “If you present the joke the right way, it won’t offend people because they’ll understand it’s meant to make them laugh. The intention isn’t to hurt anybody.”
Instead of screaming, “I never asked to be born!” at your parents, try, “Why did you have to finish inside of mom?” That would go over well.
I told mother I didn't ask to be born and she said of course I did Sigh. She also had a dream her dead father said he sent me, and angel, to take my mother to heaven when she didn't want to live anymore. And all I get is harsh criticism. The last psychologist I talked to scolded me so hard I lost all faith and trust in humanity. I didn't want to be born and dealt with this c**p.
Most likely the majority of the customers have even less energy to request a refund even when a product doesn't meet their expectations.
My wife and I sold used books through Amazon. We didn't make much profit from each, but enjoyed it- until folks discovered that they could get an immediate refund from Amazon, who would deduct the refund from our small account. We're out of business now, but relatives still get great books from our basement on occasions! Some memes don't seem all that funny...
I've never purchased off of Amazon. Didn't know they gave automatic 30 day or less refunds
They do NOT. Unless the item itself has a return policy.
Load More Replies...At least here in Italy Amazon always refunded me, no questions asked. Returned the item within 30 days, and money was back on my card in a matter of days (immediate if returning an ebook). I have a Prime subscription, which grants you many services, unlimited photo saving on Amazon Photos included
It simply isn’t worth it to them to argue although now you have only 30 days
Didn't work for me. I ordered something that never came. Asked for a refund. Amazon said I had to "chat" with someone first. Never did it. Also they would not accept a negative review.
They should allow negative reviews when you don't receive what you ordered, at least cases where you've tried to contact the seller and they never respond. You should be able to warn other buyers of sketchy sellers.
Load More Replies...If you want to come across as funnier among your friends, Youngee recommends creating more inside jokes. “That’s the easiest way to make them laugh,” he says. “You already share experiences and interests that are unique to your group. Bringing up those relatable details will help you grow closer.”
Someone needs to come up with a storage solution for clothes that have been worn so can't go back in the wardrobe, but are wearable again so can't go in the linen basket. My solution is a messy pile. It's not a good solution.
Just a friendly reminder people that NY resolutions don't have to be practical or productive - you can make them fun too - like, watch more comedies, learn to belly-dance, make cupcakes once a month etc
Being a funny comedian on stage is a little different from being a funny friend, but MC Youngee sees comedy shows as an excellent source of inspiration to stretch your humor muscle. “Watch other comedians and find ones whose style resonates with you,” he advises. “Pay attention to why they make you laugh—notice their delivery, timing, and how the audience reacts.”
Like I said earlier, this is called Nappy Hour 😀 a modern analogue to Happy Hour in pubs, but with more naps and less guilt
...and no matter how happy the hour actually is, the nappy hour is always cheaper.
Load More Replies...But at this time of the season, if you fall asleep at 3 and wake up at 5:30, you don't know if you had a 2 1/2 nap, or you just slept through the night.
It's 3:45 pm and I'm just about to go take my nap now. :) I work from home and have weird hours so I'm able to do it fairly often.
We have 68 inches of snow and at a level 3 snow alert. There is no level 4. It is still snowing. The wind is also howling at 50mph. I do not see what is so good about it. I live in Ashtabula County Ohio.
Dawn, I'm an hour east of you and we hardly have anything! Lake effect snow here in Cleveland is no joke!
Load More Replies...At the end of the day, you can stumble upon material for your jokes in the most unexpected places. “If you come across something amusing while reading or watching TV, make note of it,” MC Youngee says. “Funny things are everywhere if you know where to look.”
And busy with so much shït, especially if you have children. I worry I’m going to not have any friends in my old age but cultivating friendships right now seems really hard.
(you went to college for 4 years to get an education. if you don't want an education, don't go. I hate the constant whining about college.....)
You. You stole from you. Pay yourself first (invest) before you have a chance to steal from yourself. Said a guy who is waiting for 5 different packages to arrive from Amazon... Do as I say...
Hey, my purchases of nearly every herb and spice that are mentioned in cooking shows are completely valid… (I actually really like fenugreek though.)
Load More Replies...I hate it when I check my transaction history and 125, 48, and 262 actually DO equal 435 and all olí bought was groceries, gas, and utilities.
Which includes having to be with other people at the grocery store.
Load More Replies...Used to eat a spinach salad every day for lunch(retired now). A slice of bread in the bag and as much air out as you can, wrapped with a rubber band, makes it last for a few extra days.
I use a paper towel but your trick makes sense. Thank you, I am trying it.
Load More Replies...This year I haven't even been able to finish the spinach growing in my garden before it goes bad!
Eating a cup of spinach will dilate your blood vessels and counteract any constriction caused by meat and fatty foods.
Or one guy trying to eat a whole head of cauliflower by himself before it goes bad.
Let's check something quick: women are like sorry i upset you today i'll do it again tomorrow but differently
She’s clearly thinking of someone in specific, but yeah, it’s generally a person thing.
Load More Replies...Only a temporary solution. Once she knows you'll reserve for half an hour later than stated she'll start planning based on that new time...
Yeah - Don't tell. It worked like a charm with my girlfriend/wife, until a chatty waiter pointed it out.
Load More Replies...Isn't the point of professional speech and writing to allow everyone the illusion that we're not all just making it up as we go along together?
I can't believe people actually take me seriously at work. Like, I'm just a teenager in a grown woman's body, I have little to no idea what I'm doing half of the time. Then my boss tells me she feels the same lol
Agree though TBF, I've seen things which the cook alleged were ravioli that were actually the size of saucers.
Load More Replies...My last guy: I really didn't feel anything for him after our first date, but then got upset when he didn't ask for a 2nd. I really didn't care, but HOW dare he!! I'm a great person, at least that is what my therapist says!! LOL!!
I turned 60 this year and wondered if 6:30 was to early. Dinner or bed? Dinner or bed? Bed won out more times than not.
A few days ago, my daughter called me at 6:20. I immediately asked what's wrong, is everyone ok. I mean why else would she call so early. Turns out it was 6:20 in the evening. I'd fallen asleep in the afternoon, but thought I slept through the whole night. I'm not well.
Load More Replies...Tonight, I fell asleep and 7:30pm. Woke up at 1:30am, have eaten twice, took my meds, a few hits on my vape, and in a bit, I'll fall asleep to the sounds of rain and thunder. I call it Retirement!
If I could send you a champagne toast my friend, I would. Your bed, and sleep, increasingly become your friends. Don't deny them, just accept how life goes.
Load More Replies...I don't have to decide- either I fall asleep on the couch then, or don't manage to sleep until 1am!
What about Teams?? I despise it! Just email me for f**k's sake. I don't need more ways to talk to people in real time.
Simultaneously a delight and a worst enemy. Like a bad relationship
Load More Replies...Starting a new job on your first day is another one of those life things that is incredibly embarrassing for no good reason. 🥲 I hate the first day of every new job. I love it when it gets to the point where you know everyone and everything and it’s super comfortable.
Omg me 😂 my therapist was like “so I think you’ve got some people-pleasing tendencies, I don’t want you to tell me what you think I want to hear”
"You say that like it's not really, really hard for me to not do that."
Load More Replies...Honestly, probably not. It's why I don't date anyone else either, I don't want them to have to deal with me, and I don't have the energy to deal with them
You know the term “red flags,” as in serious warning signs in a relationship? OP likes to “see how red the flags get” (ie see how bad the warning signs get). It’s just a joke of course 😊
Load More Replies...Tbh I’d feel embarrassed to let the cashier see me just drive away 🥲 I’d go stand in the cashier lineup all awkward like 👉👈🥹
Whenever this happens to me the person in front of me at the cashier is buying a thousand dollars worth of lottery tickets.
Load More Replies...My current partner started out as "24", for his age at the time. More than 24 years later, he is now "Honeybunch".
It's leaving a party/social event without saying goodbye to anyone.
Load More Replies...I made the mistake of pushing myself to leave the house to go grocery shopping and spent $200. Last time I'll do that.
There’s a podcast I sometimes listen to called “Normal Gossip” and it’s basically just this, stories of 3rd party gossip from people you’ll never meet. But they’re absolutely wild sometimes and always really interesting 😂 if you’re an r/AITA stories fan you’ll probably enjoy it!
oooh... this could end up being my guilty pleasure. well, another guilty pleasure.
Load More Replies...A guy I met once asked me once if I had any hobbies. I have about 20 hobbies. I ran down the list and told him to choose and he took off like a centipede with greased feet down a hot street.
I went to grad school too! Being a professional emailer wasn't exactly what I had in mind. But it's pretty much what I do.
I even understand the infield fly rule, but I don't get this.
My bf and I are long distance right now (we’ve been together since 2012 but spent the last few years apart, still going strong). We visit each other every other month and plan surprises. He’s coming here Dec 26th 😊 but in Feb when I visit him I’m booking a double date laser tag with us and his best friend & best friend’s girlfriend to surprise him. Shhh don’t tell!
Well I just went down a rabbit hole! I was confused because SPF50 is the highest we get in Australia. Apparently 'SPF50+ means at least 98% of UVR is blocked i.e. 98% is the minimum amount of UVR that needs to be blocked to attain this rating. In the USA, sunscreens can be rated up to SPF100 which means that 99% of UVR are blocked.'
Neat! I had no idea Australia only went up to SPF 50.
Load More Replies...Six foot two my stomach = sick to my stomach. Don’t worry it took me a minute too 😂
Load More Replies...it says together, so i think they're willing to help. :)
Load More Replies...For me, girl math is that any cash in my wallet doesn’t count. Spend a $10 bill? That wasn’t “real money” because it was a random $10 I found in my wallet, if my bank account balance is still the same then it wasn’t real money and I got the item for “free” 😁 (kidding lol)
no, i get that and feel the same! if it's out of my account, it's already spent, so i may as well spend it!
Load More Replies...I was ready ~50 but stuck with it to the end. Do I get some kind of prize?
Load More Replies...I was ready ~50 but stuck with it to the end. Do I get some kind of prize?
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