Awkward Things We’ve All Experienced But Never Talk About
Life is messy and complicated, so naturally, things have a tendency to get a little awkward from time to time. While we occasionally joke about some of these awkward moments, others remain unspoken of despite many of us experiencing them.
These are awkward things we've all had to deal with, but never have really talked about.
When Someone Else Falls Asleep On Public Transit
I never know what to do when someone is sleeping on public transit. Should I leave them be, or should I wake them up so they don't miss their stop? It's even more awkward if they fall asleep on you.
What Are You Supposed To Do?
I understand that it's a kind gesture from the people around me, but does anyone actually know what you're supposed to do while people sing to you? Just smile and nod? What do I do with my hands?
Who Designed Public Restrooms?
I don't know who was in charge of designing public bathrooms, but I have a bone to pick with them about the awkward gap between the door and wall that you can occasionally make eye contact through.
Children Are A Public Menace
I don't know what it is about small children and their absolute disregard for personal boundaries, but it's so awkward when they peek into your stall in a bathroom or changeroom.
You Respond Like "Aldhsdoijejsh"
At this point, the dentists have been in the business long enough that they should know that no one is able to respond when they ask these questions, and yet they do it anyway.
Middle School Photo Day Was A Nightmare
As if being in the throes of puberty, not having yet developed a sense of style, and having acne wasn't awkward enough, the photographers always gave you stiff poses and weird backgrounds.
The Disappointment You Feel In This Situation
I literally get so embarrassed for myself when I put something off for a long time only for it to be a painless, easy task that I've dreaded for months.
It Was 20 Straight Minutes Of Pain
Grocery shopping with your mom was always a bit of a nightmare as a kid, but the absolute worst was when she stopped to discuss her life story with Cheryl from the PTA in the condiment aisle.
The Only Bad Part About Bowling
Unless you get a strike, it's so deeply uncomfortable to walk back to the seats after your turn in bowling. People half-heartedly congratulate you, and it's just all-around the worst 10 seconds of every round.
DJing In The Car Is Very Stressful
People think that it's fun to have the AUX cord and get to control the music during a car ride, but in actuality, it's a very high-pressure job and you constantly worry people hate your taste in songs.
Can I Give Him Just A Little Bit?
In general, it's uncomfortable to eat in front of someone else, but it's the worst when it's someone else's dog. I want to give the good boy a little piece, but I don't want to make the owner angry.
Where Is The "End Call" Button Again?
It's the worst when you can't find the button and everyone else is rapidly exiting the chat until it's just you and one other acquaintance awkwardly staring at each other while trying to end the call.
The Behind-The-Scenes Of Family Photos
People love to see the wholesome family portraits hanging up on the walls around your house but never consider how awkward it was to get dressed in matching turtlenecks and fight while taking them.
Poor Wide Chonk
I swear, panoramic photos that you try to take on your phone only have a 40% success rate. The majority of them turn out as distorted messes that make your loved ones look hideous.
Please Don't Notice How Out Of Shape I Am
Here's the thing: I'm actually pretty athletic for my age, but something about a hill brings out my most stressed breathing, so I put my best effort into "breathing normally" so people can't hear me dying.
Fearing That People Will See What's In Your Garbage/Recycling
Has anyone ever really looked through my garbage or recycling? No. Am I still really uncomfortable that someone will notice the number of pizza boxes and beer cans in my recycling bin? Yes.
In General, Professional Lingo Is Awkward
I feel like just about all of the traditional "professional" interactions over email are awkward and passive-aggressive. For example, "per my last email" is just code for "can you read, you absolute idiot?"
I Have Never Been More Stressed
This is even more stressful when it's hectic at the store, and you're worried that everyone is annoyed with you for taking so long, so you just jam your change into your pocket.
Having A Cool Photo But Being Tragically Unphotogenic
There are some photos that are a once-in-a-lifetime type of thing—like having a hyena put its paw on your shoulder and posing—but you look horrible in it, so you don't want to post it.
Let Me Just Never Speak Again
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Me: *dont let them know how awkward i am*
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Similar examples are when someone asks if you want one option or another and you respond with "yes," or when a waiter tells you to enjoy your meal and you say, "You too!"
My Phone Camera Hates Me
Just when I start to feel really good about the way I look while I check myself out in the mirror, my phone camera decides to humble me by making me look like a gargoyle.
Should I Do A Little Dance Or Something?
When you already know the person well, this feeling goes away, but getting picked up by an acquaintance is so awkward. Should I wave as I walk past the front?
The Photos Parents Made You Take On Family Vacations
Remember when you were a kid and your parents tried to document every moment of every vacation with photos of you and they all turned out awkward? It's okay, though, because you can now do it to your own kids.
Air Travel Is A Whole Awkward Mess
Between trying to figure out who deserves to use the armrests more, crying kids, and people just casually invading your personal space, taking a flight somewhere is just one big awkward experience.
I Hate Introducing Myself
This is especially true if you have an uncommon name so you barely ever have to say it. I mean, I always feel like I'm mispronouncing my own name when I introduce myself to someone new.
When Someone You Barely Know Starts Crying
It's different when it's a close relative or friend, but it's so awkward when an acquaintance or coworker bursts into tears. Should I try to comfort them or just let them have their moment in solitude?
The Photographer Wanted To Capture His Pain
While everyone else in his family had a significant other to pose for photos with at the wedding, this man in the background was flying solo. Honestly, I can feel his pain.
Elevators Are So Tense
I never know where to look when I'm riding an elevator. I don't want to seem rude by staring up at the numbers on the wall, but I also don't want to make eye contact with anyone.
The "I'm Not Looking" Look
You know that awkward situation where you know you shouldn't look at something, so you purposely look away, but somehow, that's even more obvious than if you had just looked at the thing in the first place?
Having The Same Outfit On As A Stranger
This guy told the clients he was about to meet for the first time that they could recognize him by the red checkered shirt he was wearing and his beard. Let's hope the clients chose correctly.
