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30 Spicy Memes That Showcase The Challenging, Yet Hilarious Parts Of Parenting
It seems that in recent years, especially with the rise of social media, parenting memes have become sort of a popular online phenomenon, providing a humorous take most parents are familiar with when it comes to the joys and challenges of raising children. The said memes seem to resonate with parents because they often depict universally shared experiences, like sleep deprivation, picky eating, and the overall chaotic family life.
A Facebook page by the name of “Funny Parenting Memes” compiles all of that and more into one place. However, by scrolling down below, you can find the best selection of memes chosen specifically by us for you, Pandas!
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Bored Panda reached out to Trista Frost, a clinical psychologist, the book author of “Parenting Toddlers: A Complete Guide for Raising Disciplined, Happier, and Confident Kids”, and well-recognized parenting and relationship expert.
When asked about the impact of parenting memes, Frost said to us, “In my view, parenting memes reflect both the joys and challenges of parenting. They do tend to exaggerate for comedic effect, which can provide a sense of relief and shared understanding. However, it’s important to remember that every parenting journey is unique. A meme might provide a chuckle, but it’s no substitute for genuine understanding and learning about child development and parenting strategies.”
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Discussing the role of humor in parenting, the parenting expert stated, “Humor can be a powerful tool in coping with stress. When it comes to parenting memes, they can offer parents a moment of lightness in their day. It’s a way of saying, ‘Yes, parenting is hard, it’s chaotic, but we’re all in this together.’ However, it’s equally important to engage in constructive approaches for stress management and healthy communication with your children, which we cover in detail in the book.”
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Trista also reflected on the community-building aspect of memes, Frost shared with us a few key details, “These memes do more than just make us laugh; they also help create a sense of community. When parents engage with these memes, it often leads to conversations and shared experiences. It can feel incredibly validating to see that others are facing similar challenges, reminding parents they’re not alone in their journey.”
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She also cautioned about the potential risks associated with memes, saying, “There’s a fine line between humor and trivializing genuine struggles. While memes are largely harmless, they can sometimes inadvertently contribute to unrealistic parenting expectations, or make light of issues that need serious attention. It’s crucial to remember that memes are not parenting advice and should not replace seeking proper help or guidance when needed.”
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Of course, we couldn’t end the interview without any sort of advice for the parents, so here’s what Frost recommended, “Enjoy the humor these memes offer. Laugh at them, share them, and use them as ice-breakers in your parenting circles. But also, remember to balance this with an understanding of the complexities of parenting. Your child’s behavior isn’t always a ‘memeable moment’. Be patient, understand their emotions, hone your listening skills, and disarm your triggers as suggested in the book. That’s the path to raising disciplined, happier, and confident kids.”
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Netizens umalma nang tawaging ‘mukhang unggoy’ si Melai ng anak, depensa ng komedyana: Joke-joke lang kasi ‘yun guys! Bandera | Bandera
Lahad ng isang Twitter user, “I really think we should not tolerate kids bullying other people. If we normalize this kind of behavior, they will think it’s ok. Possible napagsabihan ni Melai yung daughter niya after this. I know Melai and Jason are good parents.”
Hirit ng isang netizen, “Make boundaries, parents deserve to be respected all the time.”
Sambit naman ng isa pa, “Melai you have to set a boundary with your children. Parents can be like friends to our children pero dapat make them know & understand na rumespeto pa rin sa magulang. To be funny is different from being bastos. Sorry nanay din ako, I won’t let my kids talk me down like that.”
Nakarating siyempre ‘yan mismo kay Melai at agad niyang nilinaw na nagbiruan lamang sila sa naturang video.
Sa Instagram, ibinandera ng komedyana ang isang video na kung saan ay tinanong pa niya ang anak kung seryoso ito sa kanyang sinabi.
Sey ni Melai, “Dahil trending na ulit tayo, tatanungin natin si Ate Mela. Ate Mela do you mean it to say that your mama is a monkey?”
Sagot sa kanya ng panganay, “Hindi mama. I love you naman. Prank lang ‘yun. Joke joke lang ‘yun.”
Tugon naman agad ng aktres, “Ayan. Joke lang kasi ‘yun guys. Sa mga hindi nakakaintindi, papaintindi ko sa inyo ha. Joke joke lang ‘yun guys. Ganun talaga ‘yung happiness namin, ‘yung kulitan naming family.”
Singit na sabi naman ni Ate Mela, “We’re the kulit family.”
Sumang-ayon naman sa kanya si Melai at sinabi pang, “The most kulit family, pero ‘yang mga bata na ‘yan ang pinakamabait. Ako bilang ina, ‘yan ang pinakamabait na bata sa lahat pag sinabi kong behave, behave ‘yang mga ‘yan. Parang robot ang mga ‘yan.”
“Huwag na kayo sobrang mag-over react kasi alam niyo, minsan dapat i-enjoy niyo dapat ang life. Huwag ‘yung konting kibot nagre-react kayo kasi life is enjoying,” sambit pa niya sa mga nang-bash sa kanila.
Aniya pa, “Shine-share na nga namin ang life namin pero kayo naman over niyo mag-react. Kung hindi niyo naiintindihan ang aming happiness, ang aming kulitan edi huwag nalang kayo mag-react ng sobra kasi pangit naman ‘nung iniisip niyo.”
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Mababasa naman sa IG caption ni Melai na hindi na raw sana siya magre-react sa mga nakita niyang komento tungkol sa kanila, pero hindi naman daw siya papayag na ma-bash ang kanyang mga anak.
“Mga Kamsamii di na sana ako mag-react pero pag anak na ang pag-usapan ‘di pwede guyssssssss. Kasi bata lang ang anak ko guys,” wika niya sa post.
Lahad pa niya, “‘Di ako papayag na kung ano-ano sasabihin niyo sa anak ko dahil ako ang dumidisplina sa mga anak ko, kilala ko mga anak ko madasalin mga ‘yan pati mundo pinagdarasal nga ng mga ‘yan [folded hands emoji].”
“Disiplinado mga ‘yan at Masayahin, alam nga mga anak ko guys kung kailan ang kulitan at kailan ang seryosohan,” aniya pa.
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Megan Rapinoe reflects on World Cup penalty miss: ‘It’s a sick joke’ – The Athletic
Megan Rapinoe reflected on the “balance to the beautiful side of the game” after her missed penalty helped see the USWNT knocked out of the World Cup at the earliest stage in their history.
Rapinoe, 38, was one of three U.S. players to miss in a dramatic shootout which eventually saw Sweden advance to the quarter-finals via goalline technology and a matter of millimetres.
Rapinoe, who will retire at the end of the season, has won two World Cups with her country and scored from the spot in the 2019 final win over the Netherlands.
But her final kick on the game’s biggest stage was fired over the bar, a scenario she called “a sick joke” afterwards.
“I thought we played really well. I’m so happy for us that we went out like that, playing the way we did,” she told Fox Sports.
“I mean this is like a sick joke for me personally. I’m just like this is dark comedy that I missed a penalty. I still just feel really grateful and joyful.
“I know it’s the end and that’s sad but to know this is really the only time I’ve been in one of these shows how much success I’ve had and how much I’ve loved playing for this team. It’s been an honour.”
The U.S. had reached at least the semi-finals in every World Cup to date. However, it is Sweden who will now play Japan in the last eight.
Rapinoe, who co-captained the U.S between 2018 and 2020, has used her platform at the very top of the women’s game to help drive positive change throughout a glittering career.
She was a key driver of the USWNT’s battle with U.S. Soccer for equal pay while she also supported NFL player Colin Kaepernick in his fight for social justice.
“I think this team has always fought for so much more and that’s been the most rewarding part for me,” she added.
“To know that we’ve used our really special talent to do something that’s changed the world forever. That means the most to me.”
(Photo: WILLIAM WEST/AFP via Getty Images)
“I Make Interventions To Make People Smile”: 30 Clever Interpretations Of Public Spaces Through Street Art By Frankey
Street art is a form of self-expression that needs nothing more than a public place to be seen and appreciated by many. Unrestrained by the limitations of time and space, it can emerge anywhere at any moment to please the eyes of passersby.
Let us introduce you to Frank de Ruwe, an Amsterdam-based street artist who goes by the name “Frankey”. He is known for his humorous and subtle take on public spaces, demonstrating that creativity knows no bounds. From Darth Vader fishing in a canal to a street pole turned into a sword, Frank’s creations can appear in unexpected locations to surprise people every week!
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Bored Panda got in touch with Frankey to learn more about his creative process and himself! The artist revealed that during his studies of ‘product design,’ he wanted to make products to make people smile. “But there was little room for humor in my studies. Luckily, I came across the book ‘Wall and Piece’ by Banksy. I was familiar with graffiti but Banksy’s disruptive and often humorous works were an eye-opener. After reading the book I started right away on the streets.”
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“Already in primary school, I was friends with a boy whose brother was in a hip-hop group. One of the elements of hip-hop is, of course, graffiti (so yes, I tried to illustrate my hip-hop cassette tapes as graffiti-wise as possible). The colorful large works in public spaces always appealed (and still appeal) to me. But I never saw graffiti pieces that made me laugh. Until I discovered the world of urban interventions. I think it’s awesome that you add something to the streets that can give people a smile,” Frankey shared after being asked if he has always been passionate about street art.
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For Frankey, inspiration can be found everywhere. “Personally, I really enjoy cycling through Amsterdam. There are always places where you think ‘what happened here?’, and then I immediately think: ‘how can I tell a story with this?’. So, to come up with something to add and eventually make it is a hobby that got out of hand.”
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When doing creative work, some artists might face quite a few challenges. However, all the enjoyable parts of the creative process surpass them. For Frankey, coming up with and sketching an idea is the most fun. “Next comes realization. This is often a challenge, especially with objects. Actually, making something is solving an accumulation of problems. Of course, this can sometimes be difficult but I actually like this. If you really want to realize something you eventually (sometimes after many attempts) succeed.”
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“I make interventions to make people smile. I am lucky that I can publish a new work of my own every Saturday in the Dutch newspaper Het Parool. I get a lot of positive reactions through the newspaper. Many people know that I love Amsterdam and never want to harm the city. So the last couple of years I’ve only used mounting material that does not cause damage (such as magnets, tie wraps, bubble-sided tape, iron wire, etc.). What I really like is that every week I hear and see that people are looking for my work during the weekend. People get out into the open air and hopefully get a smile.”
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Frankey shared that he has a lot of fun projects planned! “A major landmark in Almere stad will be unveiled next month. The following month, I joined the great art route in Amsterdam called Art Zuid. I’m working on an overview book and last, but certainly not least, my biggest and most special work so far will be revealed in Amsterdam after the summer (but what it is will have to remain a secret for now). Stay tuned!”
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