Too often, humans forget that they have free will. We are so used to conforming to society’s rules that we often fail to take advantage of the opportunities life presents for us. So if you need a reminder to stop being so scared of being weird, you’ve come to the right place, pandas.
We took a trip to the People Being Ridiculous subreddit and gathered some of their most amusing posts below. From random, hilarious memes to photos of people perfectly utilizing their free will, we hope you enjoy this silly list. And be sure to upvote the pics that you find ridiculous in the most beautiful way!
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Well, Well Here We Are One You Will Listen 🤣
Growing up, one of the worst things you could be seen as in school was “weird.” Standing out in any way was generally frowned upon, so we learned how to conform, keep our heads down, and blend in with the crowd. But once you became an adult, you probably realized that fitting in is far less important than it seemed as a child. In fact, it might be much better to let your freak flag fly.
This list is full of memes and funny posts that feature “people being ridiculous,” but many of them are just people deciding not to do exactly what’s expected of them. And perhaps, these images will inspire you to start taking advantage of your free will more often too!
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How Times Change 😂
If you have a fear of being or being perceived as weird, that’s understandable. It’s not really your fault, and it came from someone or somewhere else. But we want to encourage you to challenge that inner voice that tells you to conform. And according to the National Social Anxiety Center, there are actually benefits to embracing your strangeness!
First, they note that if you want to be funny, you’re probably going to have to be a bit out there. Just think about famous comedians like Will Ferrell, Zach Galifianakis, or Larry David. They’re all quite quirky, and they’re not afraid of being seen as odd. But people love them! Because their bizarre humor is hilarious, and it actually draws people towards them.
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Noooooo 😂😭
Another reason to embrace your weirdness is that genius doesn’t come from being normal. You have to be able to think outside of the box and go against the grain if you want to create something truly extraordinary. As Albert Einstein famously said, “Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.” During his lifetime, he was considered to be a bit radical and bizarre. Today, however, he is regarded as one of the greatest minds of the 20th century. So there’s no doubt that his quirks benefited him!
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Trick Or Treat
Now, if you’re wondering how to embrace your own unique weirdness, Creativity Wake-Up has some advice. They say that whatever you consider to be weird about yourself might actually be your superpower. So instead of feeling shame about it or trying to hide it, lean into it! It might even make you remarkable, as nobody else will have the exact same talents or quirks.
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Working Make Me Tired I Need About Two Naps
Something that’s important to accept on your journey to embracing your oddness is that you have to stop seeking approval. Don’t worry about what other people think or how they’ll view you. The truth is, what they think of you is none of your business. Even if they say it out loud, it doesn’t have to impact you. Focus on yourself and hone those skills that may seem odd but will make your life more fulfilling.
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No Running, Only Hiding 🥵
Another benefit you’ll notice that comes from being your authentic self is that you’ll attract others who are the same. It may seem harder to make friends at first, but once you do, you’ll create deeper connections. People who are secure in themselves and embrace their weirdness will want to be around others who live the same way. And your friendships will be so much more enriching than ones you could have had with people who are always worrying about how they’re perceived.
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Where. Is. The. Lie
You may not even realize how much pressure you constantly feel to follow societal norms until you push yourself to break out of them. And once you do, the freedom and lightness that you’ll feel can be overwhelming. Suddenly, you’ll realize that you can start making choices purely because you want to do something, rather than making choices informed by what society or people in your life would want. We all only get one chance on this earth; you might as well use it how you want to!
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Time To Put On A Happy Face And Enjoy The Day
Are you enjoying these amusing pics of “people being ridiculous,” pandas? Keep upvoting the ones that make you smile, and let us know in the comments below if you’ve done anything recently that could have been considered ridiculous. Then, if you’re looking for another article from Bored Panda featuring random, funny pics, we recommend reading this one next!
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No Problem At All
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Invision It For Me
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Tell Me About It
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Yeah I Feel A Month Off Coming Real Soon
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Fully Dressed, Still Waiting 😂📱
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You’re Officially Part Of The Family Welcome To Our World
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Oh No
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Grandpa Really Said “I Returned The Car”
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They Are For Short Time
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All That Hard Work Them To Leave Well I Did My Job
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The Worst
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I’ll Go Every Time They Offer It
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Quite Too Serious
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Is That Sugar Or Salt?
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Guess What?
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That 14-Hour Nap Didn’t Recharge Me… It Fast-Forwarded Me Into A Different Timeline. 😭😴
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You Opened Notes For One Password And Unlocked A Whole Forgotten Season Of Your Life
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Now You 2 Have To Kiss
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Vegetarian Lobster Tails!
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