They say every day brings a new lesson, often the hard way. Speaking or acting without full knowledge opens the door to learning—sometimes through correction. With the internet always ready to jump in, someone's bound to set you straight. And if not, you might just have to learn through experience, just like these folks did.
Mashing Potatoes With A Tennis Racket
It may seem like a clever plan in theory, but don't try this at home. The person who did it definitely learned the hard way—and thankfully shared it on Twitter so the rest of us can avoid the same mistake.
The iWeight Didn't Go So Well
I'm not sure how much schooling this person had, but they definitely need a refresher. Unless they were trying to weigh a snail, standing on your iPad is just asking for trouble—it’s practically designed to break at any moment.
It's The Thought That Counts
"I wanted to make my wife a fancy birthday dinner, so I began by slow-cooking a homemade chicken stock. After hours of simmering, the recipe instructed me to pour it through a strainer." If you've ever wondered why some recipes include very basic, clear steps like “strain stock into a bowl,” this is exactly the reason.
"Spent 10 Minutes Looking For The Drip Tray For The Forman Grill"
If you're not careful around heat, mishaps like this can occur in an instant. Now, this person likely needs to replace their grill—or at least get a new tray.
"Accidentally Pulled On The Headphones Wire And..."
As wireless technology becomes more common, problems like this will happen less often. For now, just be careful not to yank cords without thinking about the possible damage from pulling too hard.
Talk About Peeing In The Wind
If you need to have this sign up in your school bathroom, the future probably isn't so bright for the rest of us. The fact that kids are peeing into a hand dryer and probably getting tons of backsplash is really concerning.
That's Not How Lily Pads Work!
In this three-second video of the epic moment, the woman approaches the lily pad carefully. But as soon as she tries to step on it, she immediately sinks into the water.
When The Fake Fruit Looks Real
When the fake fruit looks real, it's hard to know the difference. Well, if you couldn't tell by the other bite marks on them, you need to pay more attention.
Forgetting Your Password Because "You Know It"
Christian probably had to reset his password because his password hint was terrible. I'm sure he knew it at one point, but not when it mattered most. He now knows to make a better hint.
Never Trust Social Media With Sensitive Information
This man was probably so excited to enter this code and redeem whatever it was. In no time at all, someone stole his code from the post and used it for themselves.
"My 4-Year-Old Cousin Ate This Thinking It Was Chocolate Chips. That's Dog Food."
A child thought this was a plate of snacks, but it was for the dog. Imagine that first bite into this puppy meal and the face the kid probably made.
Not Checking Your Order
They might want you to get out of the drive-thru fast, but don't let them bully you. Check your food and make sure everything is how you want it or end up like this person.
Maybe Remove It Next Time
When you see something like this, you can't help but laugh. Sometimes, you might even feel bad for some of humanity. This person left a terrible review because they were incompetent.
Didn't Get The Insurance
You have all that money to have a car this luxurious, but you don't have the brains to get the insurance? That doesn't sound like a very good plan, but to each their own.
Put Your Patio Umbrella Up When It Gets Windy
Even if you think it's only mildly windy, you should put your patio umbrella up. If not, you're going to end up like this homeowner who has shattered glass all on the ground.
After Getting Your Keys Stolen
This person lost their keys and had to learn the hard way that he could start his car with nail clippers. That's great for the time being, but he's gotta be worried now about how easy it would be to steal his car...
When You Find Out Your Dog Is Addicted To Sugar Puffs
Many people had a thing for Sugar Puffs at some point in their lives. This dog probably won't ever forget this day and neither will the owner. Getting that cereal off was probably tough.
Make Sure You Look Before You Pour
The person who posted this said they poured the wrong carton into their coffee. Instead of oat milk, there was chicken stock in their morning beverage. That should teach anyone to keep similar-looking containers away from one another.
When You Open Paint In The Car
It would be best if you never opened paint in a moving vehicle. There could always be a bump approaching, or you might need to make an abrupt stop. This person learned the hard way.
Name One Thing You Shouldn't Forget To Do When Living In Snowy Areas
One thing you shouldn't do is forget to roll up your windows. That should be rule number one for anyone who lives where it snows. This interior probably never looked the same after this.
When The Mover Overestimates His Abilities
Do you see what happens when you get fancy with stuff? I can't tell if those are Skittles on the ground, but if they are, that's a lot of wasted candy.
"My Accidental Sacrifice In The Name Of Art. Goodbye, Eyelashes"
She knows now that she shouldn't have attempted this. When it comes to art, you have to sacrifice, but some sacrifices weigh heavier than others. Now, the majority of her eyelashes are gone.
Wrong Turn, Lady
This could be anyone's fault, depending on the situation. There aren't any cones in front of the wet concrete, which is a problem. Unless they're out of the picture or under the car, the workers shouldn't have left this space without cones.
Don't Use A Walmart Bag When Bleaching Hair
If you're going to do anything to your hair that isn't natural, you better make sure you do it in the most legit way possible. Our hair isn't made for bleaching.