Some people learn from their mistakes. Others? They keep making them as if nothing ever happened. Life hands out plenty of warnings, but not everyone takes the hint. Sometimes it’s stubbornness, sometimes it’s wishful thinking, and sometimes it’s just not paying attention.
The result is a cycle of missteps, regrets, and “I should’ve known better” moments that play out over and over again. It’s equal parts frustrating and funny to watch, especially when the patterns are so obvious.
These examples are proof that experience isn’t always the best teacher. Here are some life lessons that we’re reminded of over and over again.
1
Touching wet paint “just to check.”
2
Speeding past a cop car and acting surprised.
3
Gambling to “win back” the money you just lost.
4
Getting back with an ex who cheated.
5
Putting metal in the microwave.
7
Skipping sunscreen after a brutal sunburn.
8
Snoozing the alarm for “just 5 minutes” and being late again.
9
Ignoring “low fuel” until the car dies on the highway.
10
Feeding a wild animal after being warned not to.
11
Borrowing money without paying it back (and asking again).
12
Walking barefoot anywhere in public.
13
Not backing up files immediately.
14
Leaving food out overnight and eating it anyway.
15
Clicking on a clearly suspicious link.
16
Putting off a doctor’s visit until it’s much worse.
17
Not reading the recipe before cooking.
18
Ignoring the “hot lid” warning and grabbing it anyway.
19
Putting white laundry in with darks.
20
Procrastinating until the very last minute.
