We tend to have an idea of the various things we should know about, taxes, death, and simple math, but we are burdened with the knowledge that we are supposed to know it by a certain age. Out of embarrassment, we just don’t let on that we aren’t sure about something, as at that point we are too afraid to ask.
One internet user wanted to learn what others only realized way too late in life. The lessons ranged from practical to juvenile to poignant, so make sure to upvote your favorites and comment your own experiences as you scroll through. And take notes in case some of these are relevant to your own life.
More info: Reddit
#21
The hole women pee out of isn’t the same hole they stick the tampon in
Report
0points
#23
It never made sense to me that we would go under tables during an earthquake, because wouldnt the ground crack open? The table wouldnt do anything then?
Wasnt until last year I realised that it was to stop debris from falling on us. Smh
Report
0points
#24
Life is too short. Take the time to stop and smell the roses. RIP Myles grandpa loves and misses you
Report
0points
#25
That not everyone has a storyline ongoing inside their heads.
I used to be inside my own and would laugh at things happening in my story, and everyone would look at me funny; so glad that I wear a mask now.
I used to be inside my own and would laugh at things happening in my story, and everyone would look at me funny; so glad that I wear a mask now.
Report
0points
#26
Why girls in high school often didn't participate during sports class.
"You don't feel well? Why don't you go home if your sick?"
10 years later: aaaaaaahhh...
Report
0points
#27
That my parents are human beings who make mistakes and not perfect divine beings
Report
0points
#29
“Queue” is not pronounced like “kwee wee”. I learned this in a meeting at work when I mispronounced it.
Report
0points
#30
Actual hygiene. It wasn’t until I was 12 and went to summer camp for the first time that I realized when you shower you’re suppose to wash yourself with soap. I would just wash my hair and hangout for while because I liked the hot water, THANK GOD I DIDN’T SWEAT A LOT.
Report
0points
#33
I learnt that we're supposed to brush both sides of our teeth . The inner side needs to be brushed as well.
I saw all of the commercials just showing them brushing the outer portion so i assumed that this is the way
I saw all of the commercials just showing them brushing the outer portion so i assumed that this is the way
Report
0points
#35
Pickles are brined cucumbers. Only found out a few years ago. I'm about to turn 42.
Report
0points
#38
That male circumcision is not just a Jewish thing and that I'm circumcised
Report
0points
#40
My whole life is an embarrassment if that counts. I'm in my thirties and I still struggle with basics.
Report
0points