Some people just can’t seem to get a break. It’s like they’re playing a never-ending game of bad luck tag. From finding a huge insect on their toilet paper to getting the completely wrong order, their life feels like a series of funny mishaps. But they don’t let it get them down — they keep rolling with the punches and finding the humor in the chaos. It just goes to show that a positive attitude can beat even the worst streaks of bad luck.
Although Friday the 13th is considered to be an unlucky day, we might still experience these infamous Fridays every day. No one really knows why some things line up and cause us so much trouble. No matter what day it is, we can still look on the bright side and simply say, “Whatever.”
Ever feel like the universe has a personal grudge against you? You’re just doing your thing, minding your own business, and BAM! Things go wrong in ways you never expected. You’re far from alone. Meet people who might just make anyone rethink the definition of ‘bad luck.’—and maybe even feel a little better about their own.
Almost every woman, including celebrities, has had that moment of looking at old photos and wondering, “What was I ever thinking about it?”. Even gorgeous dresses can create challenges, from slipping straps to torn hems, showing that wardrobe mishaps are universal. However, the reactions to these moments differ — some may blush, while others confidently navigate through, wearing broad smiles and holding their heads high.
Austria, located in the heart of Europe, remains a perennial favorite among tourists. Its magnetic allure attracts visitors from far and wide, seeking to explore renowned ski resorts and immerse themselves in its abundant historical and cultural treasures. The captivating landscapes of Austria never fail to inspire, leaving an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to experience them. Once enchanted by its beauty, it is no wonder that visitors yearn to return to Austria time and time again, drawn by its irresistible charm.
Are you going through an unlucky streak in life? While tragic events can occur from time to time, some people may feel like they are particularly unlucky. It’s easy to wonder what they did to deserve such bad luck. But, it’s also important to remember that tomorrow is another day, and things can always get better.
Some people, like the Andaman islanders — that’s a community living in the Gulf of Bengal — see them as burning torches thrown into the air by forest spirits. Others, like some Australian aborigines, think they’re flaming sticks ridden by shamans. If you ask an astronomer, though, they’ll tell you that a comet is a large object made of dust and ice that orbits the Sun. Arguably one of the most famous space objects of this kind is Halley’s Comet. It has left a great impact on our history and understanding of these mysterious “falling stars.” When this comet passed Earth in August 1835, for example, it was blamed for the New York City fire that kept going for several nights. At the same time, the Seminole Indians in Florida saw the comet’s long tail and believed it marked the day they would lose their independence.
Everyone knows the story of the Titanic, but not many people know that Titanic had two sister ships and that on the night of its sinking, one of them was rushing to help, but didn’t make it in time. Bad luck seemed to follow the trio of ships, but each one of them had glorious moments that live in the minds of those who sailed in them. Keep on watching to discover a story of awe, ingenuity, and ill-fate. And don’t forget to click the subscribe button and turn notifications on to join us on the Bright Side of life!
You know those days when nothing seems to be going right, and it’s like the entire world is against you. Well, no matter how hard it gets, you should always remember that bad luck doesn’t last forever, and you can always start fresh the next day. And even if it’s hard to admit, there’s some comfort in the fact that there are other folks out there who have it even worse than us. Scroll down to see a collection of unfortunate situations that will make you feel bad for the person (and perhaps better about your own misfortune).
While most of us have the occasional bad day when nothing seems to go right for us, some people have an ability to find trouble no matter what. But the string of bad luck often provides these people with an uncanny ability to turn even the worst of situations into something to laugh at. These 15 people were certainly not having their favorite day, but chose to share it with us for a chuckle.
At any given moment, a great day can turn sour due to a totally unexpected event. And although we all dread facing bad luck, we have to remind ourselves that any unfortunate situation is temporary and it will soon pass. This is why it’s better to just ignore it, or even better, to look at the bright side of misfortune and turn it into a sarcastic story that will give us a good laugh whenever we remember it.
Let’s begin with Naga Fireball. Nope, it’s not some spicy Thai dish. It’s actually a weird ball of fire that appears out of nowhere in the sky above the Mekong River in Thailand.
Even in the 21st century, there are people who still believe in superstitions. For example, in some countries, a black cat passing in front of a person is a sign of bad luck and seeing a snake is considered good luck. No matter what you believe and what actually happens to you, the most important thing is to see everything in an optimistic and positive way, just like the people in our article did.
Bad luck is a tricky thing. We could be doing nothing special and just minding our own business, when all sorts of misfortune can strike. But it’s comforting to know that bad luck is a universal concept and that we’re not alone. Here are 15 pictures that capture the feeling of misfortune better than anything else.
There are 2 ways we could approach our bad luck: we can either let it annoy and anger us, or we can accept it as a natural part of life. After all, any uncomfortable situation we encounter is temporary and will pass at some point, so it’s better not to let it ruin our precious time. And some people even turn their misfortunes into sarcastic stories they can laugh at with their friends or share online with millions of people.
No matter how much we dislike them, there is no way to escape a bad day every now and then. And while we usually get annoyed or angry at unfortunate events, we can also remind ourselves that this is just a temporary situation. And it might even be a blessing in disguise because bad luck teaches us to really appreciate and be grateful for a good thing when it happens to us, instead of taking it for granted.
No one is immune to occasional bouts of bad luck. There are moments when you feel like the universe is conspiring against you. We relate to those feelings. That’s why we collected the pictures and stories of 15 people who are having a bad day and need a warm embrace that can lift their spirits.
Bad days can happen to anyone, from messing something up at work to getting a flat tire. Sometimes, the only thing we can do in the face of such terrible luck is to laugh at ourselves and move on with our day. These 15 people faced a day that threw some unexpected things at them, but luckily, they were able to shrug it off and share it with us to make us laugh.
No matter how much we try to avoid them, we can’t escape facing unfortunate events every now and then. And instead of allowing one bad situation to anger them or ruin their entire day, some people choose to laugh it off and turn their bad luck into a hilarious story that they often joke about. After all, bad days aren’t always that bad, as they teach us to truly appreciate the value of the blessings that come our way.
Life and the people around us keep our emotional stability in check on a regular basis. Bad luck can face us anywhere — on a journey, in a cafe, at work, and even at home. The best thing you can do is remain calm.
It isn’t news that we all sometimes take our day-to-day life for granted. We can go about our business and complain that here and there we may have bad luck. But maybe, somewhere out there, somebody’s having a worse day than you.What is bad luck, anyway? Different cultures have their own take on the idea. For instance, in South Korea, it is believed that shaking your legs means shaking your wealth off. If you do that, you’re inviting some trouble.Bright Side collected some stories that leave no question — no matter the superstitions in place, these people know what it’s like to have luck turn its back on you.
Small mishaps are always there in our lives. Issues such as a spider in a teacup, badly dyed hair, or kitchen appliances of the wrong size can spoil our mood for a long time. But there are people who don’t want to feel sad and alone and gladly share photos of their bad luck with the whole world.
At times, we’ve all found ourselves with no luck. There are days when everything goes according to plan, and then there are days when we’d rather stay in bed and sleep beneath a mound of covers. Even if you wish these days were over, you can recount anecdotes about them to lighten your mood.We at Bright Side created a collection of comical accidents and other incidents of bad luck that might happen to each of us at some point in our lives.
Having a dog eat your homework or losing your brand new lost-item tracker, these stories seem straight out of a sitcom, but they actually happened to different people. It took a fair amount of bad luck, of course, but sometimes the odds are just stacked against you.
Finding money on the street or getting an A on a test you’ve forgotten to prepare for — luck can sweep into your life in the least expected forms. However, there are also times when you can’t help but feel like you’ve run out of luck. Maybe your documents arrive already expired or you drop the meal you’ve just cooked right when it’s ready.
Some of the unfortunate things we go through are purely the work of bad luck and fate, and other times, we might have a hand in the things that take us for a wrong turn. Whichever it is, we have to accept that life won’t always go our way and that a bad day every now and then is inevitable. On the flip side, these sad moments teach us to appreciate and cherish a good day even more.
There’s a saying that claims if a pregnant woman doesn’t satisfy her food craving and scratches herself, the child will be born with a birthmark in the shape of the food she’s craving. And in some other cultures, there are many food restrictions for pregnant women. And while all of these pregnancy theories are amusing, they can be confusing to new mothers. One thing is for sure though: people all over the world just want to look out for expecting mothers and their babies.
Life is the master of surprises and somehow knows how to present them perfectly. It can be anything from the sun shrinking our shoes to a stolen toilet. But fortunately, we know how to face our bad luck in the best way: with our head held high and a little laughter.
Life is made up of ups and downs. There are some days when luck is on our side and other days where it seems like everything’s against us. But have you ever noticed that when you wake up on the wrong side of the bed, it feels like the universe is conspiring against you? Although episodes of bad luck are common in everyone’s daily life, some people prefer to shed a positive light on these drawbacks. Some of them even share their experiences on the Internet and manage to laugh at their bad luck.
It just so happens that fate seems to test our resistance and strength and fills our day with all sorts of minor hiccups. And we look at them and think: “Today, Lady Luck is clearly not smiling at me.”
Life is all about balancing between good and bad luck, and the people in this compilation will instantly agree with this. This is because although their day started out in an unexpected way, they were still able to laugh at themselves, grab a camera, and share their failures with us. Just take a look at the burned pizza, the keys stuck in the hood of a car, and the poorly measured door, and you’ll know what we’re talking about.
Sometimes, the most ordinary situations from our lives become epic out of the blue. When it seems that you’re surrounded by bad luck, don’t get upset. It’s better to take a camera and capture all these unique moments and have a good laugh at them later.
There are days when luck, unfortunately, is not on our side. It’s as if it decided to disappear at the least convenient moment. But imagine how awful it must be to have it missing when washing your clothes. If it’s already tedious to deal with laundry days, being unlucky makes the task even more difficult and... entertaining, if you have a sense of humor.
Every day is a lottery: you never know when you will get lucky and when you won’t. And your series of bad luck may start in the morning, maybe even during breakfast. For example, you wanted a sandwich and your knife decided it was tired of its handle. Or when the cake you are making just breaks into 2 pieces inside the oven.
There are days when everything just goes wrong. For example, your little brother accidentally disables your smartphone or a stranger spoils your wedding picture. Of course these situations are not tragic, but they’re really irritating. The heroes of today’s article faced these very problems and will make you feel like your day isn’t that bad.
