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💥 #WorstAdviceEver Confessions
Ever get that "helpful" tip from a friend, parent, or random—only for it to blow up in your face? We're talking the classic bad advice traps: " Just push through the pain " when you needed rest, or " Follow your passion " with zero backup plan, leaving you broke and burned. Psych studies show we love giving advice (feels good!), but 70% flops 'cause it's one-size-fits-none—your mess ain't their mess.
SPILL YOURS IN DETAIL : At least 5 detailed sentences total covering the following:
· your situation/why you needed advice
· the specific advice given ( DON'T copy the examples )
· what happened after
ATTACHMENT: Use the same attachment I have for this activity; text overlay: your answer for “the specific advice given”
Rules & Reminders:
- Pink/Grey BADGES ( 5+ marketplace badges) only
- Be subscribed to
- COMMENT your answer below with tag #WorstAdviceEver , mention
- Real emotions only; "18+" if heavy.
- I read submissions one by one, and I understand those copied or rephrased entries. If this happens again, you will be blocked and will no longer be able to participate in any future activities
- Closes at 15 entries or when comments go public—whichever comes first.
- Failure to follow any of the given rules may be subject to disqualification or deduction of rewards!
VERY VERY IMPORTANT NOTES FOR THIS ACTIVITY:
BASE REWARD is 200,000 MLX per participant. Duplicate entries won’t be entertained.
***I set the comments to be visible only after 72 hours. This activity will officially close once the comments are made public. This approach is intended to be fair to those who participate early. I typically provide feedback on each entry, detailing any deductions. However, I've noticed that some participants submit their entries after the comments are visible, which allows them to benefit from insights that others may have missed. This policy aims to ensure a level playing field for all participants.***
1. DISQUALIFICATION
· Posting inside the group/Commenting the link to a post
· Entries out of topic
· NOT subscribed to
· COPIED or REPHRASED entries
· Entries from someone with more than 1 Tangled account
2. DEDUCTIONS
· 30k - Failure to include any or all of the ff: correct tag #WorsAdviceEver and mentions:
· 30k-100k - Failure to explain in complete thought
· 30k – Failure to include the required mentions
· 100k - Failure to follow the required correct attachment ( wrong spelling/not exact words = 50k deduction )
3. ALL deductions from rule-breakers will be split evenly among participants who followed every rule.
In cases where the deductions are significantly larger and the participants who followed the rules do not exceed half of the capped entries, a portion of the deduction will be allocated to standout entries. Meanwhile, those who complied with the rules will also receive their share.
Ever get that "helpful" tip from a friend, parent, or random—only for it to blow up in your face? We're talking the classic bad advice traps: " Just push through the pain " when you needed rest, or " Follow your passion " with zero backup plan, leaving you broke and burned. Psych studies show we love giving advice (feels good!), but 70% flops 'cause it's one-size-fits-none—your mess ain't their mess.
SPILL YOURS IN DETAIL : At least 5 detailed sentences total covering the following:
· your situation/why you needed advice
· the specific advice given ( DON'T copy the examples )
· what happened after
ATTACHMENT: Use the same attachment I have for this activity; text overlay: your answer for “the specific advice given”
Rules & Reminders:
- Pink/Grey BADGES ( 5+ marketplace badges) only
- Be subscribed to
- COMMENT your answer below with tag #WorstAdviceEver , mention
- Real emotions only; "18+" if heavy.
- I read submissions one by one, and I understand those copied or rephrased entries. If this happens again, you will be blocked and will no longer be able to participate in any future activities
- Closes at 15 entries or when comments go public—whichever comes first.
- Failure to follow any of the given rules may be subject to disqualification or deduction of rewards!
VERY VERY IMPORTANT NOTES FOR THIS ACTIVITY:
BASE REWARD is 200,000 MLX per participant. Duplicate entries won’t be entertained.
***I set the comments to be visible only after 72 hours. This activity will officially close once the comments are made public. This approach is intended to be fair to those who participate early. I typically provide feedback on each entry, detailing any deductions. However, I've noticed that some participants submit their entries after the comments are visible, which allows them to benefit from insights that others may have missed. This policy aims to ensure a level playing field for all participants.***
1. DISQUALIFICATION
· Posting inside the group/Commenting the link to a post
· Entries out of topic
· NOT subscribed to
· COPIED or REPHRASED entries
· Entries from someone with more than 1 Tangled account
2. DEDUCTIONS
· 30k - Failure to include any or all of the ff: correct tag #WorsAdviceEver and mentions:
· 30k-100k - Failure to explain in complete thought
· 30k – Failure to include the required mentions
· 100k - Failure to follow the required correct attachment ( wrong spelling/not exact words = 50k deduction )
3. ALL deductions from rule-breakers will be split evenly among participants who followed every rule.
In cases where the deductions are significantly larger and the participants who followed the rules do not exceed half of the capped entries, a portion of the deduction will be allocated to standout entries. Meanwhile, those who complied with the rules will also receive their share.
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ACTIVITY CLOSED!
Unfortunately, no new entries were submitted as the comments became visible to the public.
Thank you for sharing your #WorstAdviceEver confessions! Your stories highlight that not all advice is created equal, and sometimes the worst advice leads to the best lessons.
Entries Summary:
• Capped Entries: 15
• Total Submissions: 6
• Perfectly Following Rules: 2
• Submissions with Minor Deductions: 4
To ensure everyone is rewarded for their participation, I will double the rewards. The 6 unfilled spots (ONLY) will be shared among the 6 participants. Additionally, the 310k mlx deductions from the rule breakers will be split between
Rewards Breakdown:
• Each of the 6 participants (@amjadali,
TOTAL PAYOUT: 2,400,000 MLX
Unfortunately, no new entries were submitted as the comments became visible to the public.
Thank you for sharing your #WorstAdviceEver confessions! Your stories highlight that not all advice is created equal, and sometimes the worst advice leads to the best lessons.
Entries Summary:
• Capped Entries: 15
• Total Submissions: 6
• Perfectly Following Rules: 2
• Submissions with Minor Deductions: 4
To ensure everyone is rewarded for their participation, I will double the rewards. The 6 unfilled spots (ONLY) will be shared among the 6 participants. Additionally, the 310k mlx deductions from the rule breakers will be split between
Rewards Breakdown:
• Each of the 6 participants (@amjadali,
TOTAL PAYOUT: 2,400,000 MLX
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#WorstAdviceEver
Oh yes, I’ve definitely had one of those moments 😅
My situation/why I needed advice
I once needed advice when I was thinking about leaving a stable job to try something more independent. I felt stuck and wanted to grow, but I was also nervous about financial security.
The specific advice given - Someone I trusted told me very confidently that I should quit immediately and go all in, saying that taking risks would force me to succeed faster. So I followed that advice, I resigned without a solid plan, no savings buffer, and no clear structure for what I was going to build next.
What happened after - At first, it felt exciting and freeing, but within a couple of months, reality hit hard. Bills started piling up, opportunities didn’t come as quickly as I expected, and I found myself stressed and overwhelmed instead of inspired.
I ended up taking on random short-term work just to stay afloat, which slowed down the very dream I had quit my job for. Looking back, I realized the advice wasn’t wrong in spirit, but it completely ignored my situation and responsibilities.
That experience taught me that bold moves need smart planning. Now, I still take risks, but with a safety net, a timeline, and a clear strategy in place.
Oh yes, I’ve definitely had one of those moments 😅
My situation/why I needed advice
I once needed advice when I was thinking about leaving a stable job to try something more independent. I felt stuck and wanted to grow, but I was also nervous about financial security.
The specific advice given - Someone I trusted told me very confidently that I should quit immediately and go all in, saying that taking risks would force me to succeed faster. So I followed that advice, I resigned without a solid plan, no savings buffer, and no clear structure for what I was going to build next.
What happened after - At first, it felt exciting and freeing, but within a couple of months, reality hit hard. Bills started piling up, opportunities didn’t come as quickly as I expected, and I found myself stressed and overwhelmed instead of inspired.
I ended up taking on random short-term work just to stay afloat, which slowed down the very dream I had quit my job for. Looking back, I realized the advice wasn’t wrong in spirit, but it completely ignored my situation and responsibilities.
That experience taught me that bold moves need smart planning. Now, I still take risks, but with a safety net, a timeline, and a clear strategy in place.
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#WorstAdviceEver
I was in a past relationship with my ex-partner who became very irresponsible over time, he got into drinking and drugs, and eventually stopped providing any financial support for our child. I felt lost and asked for advice because I didn't know what to do anymore, especially since I was carrying all the responsibilities alone.
The advice I received was to just stay and endure everything because I chose him, so I should take responsibility for that decision and continue the relationship no matter how hard it gets.
I tried to follow that advice, but things only became worse, I became emotionally drained, financially stressed, and felt completely unsupported. In the end, I realized that not all advice is good, and staying in a toxic situation is never the right choice, especially when it affects your well-being and your child.
I was in a past relationship with my ex-partner who became very irresponsible over time, he got into drinking and drugs, and eventually stopped providing any financial support for our child. I felt lost and asked for advice because I didn't know what to do anymore, especially since I was carrying all the responsibilities alone.
The advice I received was to just stay and endure everything because I chose him, so I should take responsibility for that decision and continue the relationship no matter how hard it gets.
I tried to follow that advice, but things only became worse, I became emotionally drained, financially stressed, and felt completely unsupported. In the end, I realized that not all advice is good, and staying in a toxic situation is never the right choice, especially when it affects your well-being and your child.
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#WorstAdviceEver
bad advice hits different when you realize too late it was never meant for your situation.
I once followed the classic “just push through it, don’t be lazy” advice when I was already mentally and physically drained. Instead of taking a break like I actually needed, I kept forcing myself to study and work nonstop. At first, it felt productive, like I was being strong—but slowly everything started slipping. My focus got worse, I made more mistakes, and even small tasks felt overwhelming. Eventually, I burned out so badly that I couldn’t do anything properly for days, which set me back more than resting ever would have. That experience taught me that not all “hard work” advice is healthy—sometimes listening to your limits is the smarter move.
bad advice hits different when you realize too late it was never meant for your situation.
I once followed the classic “just push through it, don’t be lazy” advice when I was already mentally and physically drained. Instead of taking a break like I actually needed, I kept forcing myself to study and work nonstop. At first, it felt productive, like I was being strong—but slowly everything started slipping. My focus got worse, I made more mistakes, and even small tasks felt overwhelming. Eventually, I burned out so badly that I couldn’t do anything properly for days, which set me back more than resting ever would have. That experience taught me that not all “hard work” advice is healthy—sometimes listening to your limits is the smarter move.
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DEDUCTIONS:
-100K = Failure to follow the required correct attachment (and overlay text)
-30k = Failure to include the required mentions
-100K = Failure to follow the required correct attachment (and overlay text)
-30k = Failure to include the required mentions
💥 #WorstAdviceEver
#earn
I was really stressed about my studies and couldn’t focus at all. I asked someone I trusted for advice because I felt lost and needed guidance. They told me to stop studying for a few days and “just relax, everything will be fine later.” I followed that advice thinking it would help me refresh my mind, but instead I lost track of my syllabus and fell behind badly. When exams came close, I was panicking and regretting that decision so much. That experience taught me that not every advice fits your situation, and sometimes discipline matters more than comfort.
DEDUCTIONS:
-50K = Correct image used but wrong overlay text
-30k = Failure to include the required mentions
-50K = Correct image used but wrong overlay text
-30k = Failure to include the required mentions
The Situation
Right after getting married, my husband and I decided to focus on our long-term stability before starting a family, but we didn't end up being blessed with our baby until two years later. During that waiting period, I was working hard on my Master’s degree while my husband was away undergoing intensive six-month training for his officership.
The Specific Advice
A relative constantly pressured me, saying, "You shouldn't wait too long to have a baby because your career will always be there, but your 'clock' is ticking and you'll regret putting school first." They insisted that I should drop my academic goals and that my husband's career training shouldn't matter as much as "expanding the family" immediately.
The Aftermath
Following that advice would have left me overwhelmed, alone during a high-risk time while my husband was in training, and without the degree I worked so hard for. By sticking to my boundary and politely saying, "I’m finishing my Master’s first," I was able to walk across that stage with my diploma and a clear mind. When our baby finally arrived two years later, we were financially stable, I had my credentials, and my husband was fully present as an officer, proving that waiting for the "right" season was the best gift we could give our child.(and soon to be children)
Now, I trust my own timeline over anyone else’s "schedule." Those two years gave us a foundation of strength that made us better parents in the long run.
#WorstAdviceEver
Right after getting married, my husband and I decided to focus on our long-term stability before starting a family, but we didn't end up being blessed with our baby until two years later. During that waiting period, I was working hard on my Master’s degree while my husband was away undergoing intensive six-month training for his officership.
The Specific Advice
A relative constantly pressured me, saying, "You shouldn't wait too long to have a baby because your career will always be there, but your 'clock' is ticking and you'll regret putting school first." They insisted that I should drop my academic goals and that my husband's career training shouldn't matter as much as "expanding the family" immediately.
The Aftermath
Following that advice would have left me overwhelmed, alone during a high-risk time while my husband was in training, and without the degree I worked so hard for. By sticking to my boundary and politely saying, "I’m finishing my Master’s first," I was able to walk across that stage with my diploma and a clear mind. When our baby finally arrived two years later, we were financially stable, I had my credentials, and my husband was fully present as an officer, proving that waiting for the "right" season was the best gift we could give our child.(and soon to be children)
Now, I trust my own timeline over anyone else’s "schedule." Those two years gave us a foundation of strength that made us better parents in the long run.
#WorstAdviceEver
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I was feeling bored and wanted something exciting to do, so I asked my friend for an idea to make the day more adventurous. Instead of suggesting something safe, he told me we should sneak into a nearby garden and take some oranges, saying it would be fun and no one would notice. Trusting him, I went along with the plan even though I had a slight feeling it might go wrong. As soon as we started picking the oranges, the gardener spotted us and began chasing us. My friend managed to run away quickly, but I wasn’t fast enough and got caught. In the end, I was the one who faced the consequences and got punished, while the person who gave the advice escaped without any trouble. ( It is true story of my childhood when I was 12 and was living in village)
I was feeling bored and wanted something exciting to do, so I asked my friend for an idea to make the day more adventurous. Instead of suggesting something safe, he told me we should sneak into a nearby garden and take some oranges, saying it would be fun and no one would notice. Trusting him, I went along with the plan even though I had a slight feeling it might go wrong. As soon as we started picking the oranges, the gardener spotted us and began chasing us. My friend managed to run away quickly, but I wasn’t fast enough and got caught. In the end, I was the one who faced the consequences and got punished, while the person who gave the advice escaped without any trouble. ( It is true story of my childhood when I was 12 and was living in village)
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