It’s a fact that many things fall short of expectations, despite efforts to persuade otherwise. Recently, a user on Reddit, u/ancientinfamy, prompted the r/AskReddit community to share their frustrations with things that are touted as amazing. Here are some of their contentious opinions:
1. “I refuse to turn my hobby into a business. Crocheting is my relaxation, not a source of stress from pricing projects, managing customer expectations, and meeting deadlines. I create for myself, not profit.” —u/SuccubusAgenda
2. “I can’t stand hot weather. Sweating profusely just standing around or trying to sleep at night is unbearable. The summer heat in the UK leads to discomfort as we struggle to endure the nights.” —u/fozz555
3. “Stanley mugs.” —u/ExternalFish17
“I see kids at school carrying these Stanley cups which are bulky and impractical. I prefer my $13 insulated cup that keeps drinks hot or cold just as well.” —u/KitchenWitch021
4. “Running is not for me. I’ve tried it, but find other sports more enjoyable.” —u/bubba4fun
“Despite my love for running, I won’t force it on others. It’s tough, and the more you do it, the less terrible it becomes. But it’s still not enjoyable.” —u/bwp241
5. “I have no desire to leave my corporate job to start a business. I prefer my peaceful job and believe not everyone is cut out to be a business owner.” —u/Aroharoha0513
“It’s liberating to be completely off-duty after work. My dad’s small business consumes him entirely.” —u/DOCO98
6. “Weddings.” —u/Such-Cap3496
“I’m tired of people insisting on a lavish wedding. We just want a courthouse ceremony and a small celebration. Our love isn’t determined by how much we spend on a wedding.” —u/Such-Cap3496
7. “Kombucha tastes terrible to me, like fizzy vinegar.” —u/jcgreen_72
“Kombucha is as bad as IPAs, just a mouthful of carbonated vinegar.” —u/ItsTimeDrFreeman
8. “Ice baths are overrated.” —u/advocatepurple
“I find ice baths ineffective unless combined with heat therapy. Alternating between ice baths and saunas works better for me.” —u/UltraRunner42
9. “I have no interest in becoming a manager. I’ve experienced the stress and hated it. I enjoy my current job’s balance and structure.”
“By 5:00, I clock out and leave work stress behind, apart from the occasional ‘Oops, I forgot to do XYZ.’ I don’t have to worry about covering for others, monitor my team’s activities or absences, or manage schedules and payrolls for 45 team members.”—u/TheBurgTheWord10. “Cruises. Not my thing. I have no interest in commercial cruise lines.”—u/miz_mantis”Portable food poisoning and being stuck on a boat. That’s all I associate with cruises.”—u/AdOk9572Nancy C. Ross via Getty Images”Having kids. I know I wouldn’t be a responsible parent, and it’s a significant financial burden. I don’t need further validation or insight into this ‘life experience.’ I understand it. I don’t require reminders of your parenting struggles either.”—u/BarrelProofWiskey”Drinking. Working in a restaurant, I can’t socialize with coworkers without being pressured into drinking shots. I don’t see the appeal of ruining my next day just for a few hours of being wild.”—u/BasicallyJustAnIdiotskynesher via Getty Images”Dancing. Every woman I date insists on getting me to dance, but I just don’t feel the music like they do. I enjoy watching others have a good time while I do my thing.”—u/zizics”TikTok.”—u/PresidentialKing”I refuse to download that app. If people send me TikTok links, I can’t watch them without installing the app.”—u/A911ownergeorgeclerk via Getty Images”AI.”—u/andyrocks”I work in IT, and the ‘AI’ features in most software are subpar. They’re often for marketing or competitive purposes. Calling something AI doesn’t make it truly AI.”—u/KitchenPalentologist”Foods made with cauliflower. I’ve tried cauliflower pizza crust, rice, and other substitutes, and they all taste awful. Enough with the cauliflower.”—u/scorpion51912″I had to avoid gluten due to health issues and tried cauliflower pizza, which I despised. I hate cauliflower in any form.”—u/Minute_Objective_746Olena Malik via Getty Images”Dogs. I am not interested in having a dog.”
“I prefer to be left alone. Babies have a lot of energy and demand a lifestyle that I don’t have. I feel overwhelmed by them, and honestly, they can be a bit smelly, even though they are cute. Let me enjoy being a cat person in peace.”—u/Grimedog2218
“I can do without coffee. I find it too bitter.”—u/WandOfPilar
“I’m fed up with people pushing the idea that working long hours is the path to success. The ‘hustle culture’ that glorifies overworking and links it to dedication and accomplishment is problematic in my view.”—u/bubba4fun
“I don’t get the hype around Crocs. They are not my style.”—u/Plus_Data
“I see Crocs as a necessary evil. They may look terrible, but at least I can mow my lawn without worrying about stepping in dog mess. If I do, I can just rinse them with a hose.”—u/Kclayne00
“Dating is not for me. I’ve been pressured for years to use dating apps, meet guys, and engage in sexual activities. Friends have even given my number to guys without my consent and set me up with strangers at parties. I don’t see anything wrong with being content while single. I met my partner organically, and we are happy together. Meanwhile, those who pressured me into dating are single and complaining about being ghosted.”—u/Tinatronic
“I don’t see the need for fast-food apps. Not everything needs its own app, and the food isn’t worth the trouble of using them for discounts.”—u/Fog-Champ
“I’m exhausted by the trend of every place having an app or loyalty card for better prices. Why can’t the price just be straightforward without all these extra steps?”—u/paypermon
