Passive Aggressive Notes

“For the purposes of this project, we’re using a pretty broad definition of “passive-aggressive” that roughly correlates with how the term is popularly (rather than clinically) used. As the New York Times wrote: “The classic description of the behavior captures a stubborn malcontent, someone who passively resists fulfilling routine tasks, complains of being misunderstood and underappreciated, unreasonably scorns authority and voices exaggerated complaints of personal misfortune.”

That said, many of the notes found here aren’t really passive-aggressive even by our generous standards. Some of these notes are really more aggressive in tone, and some of them are more passive — polite, even — but for the most part they share a common sense of frustration that’s been channeled into written form rather than a direct confrontation. It’s barbed criticism disguised as something else — helpful advice, a funny joke, simple forgetfulness. After all, as Dr. Scott Wetzler, a clinical psychologist and author of Living with the Passive-Aggressive man, observed: “A joke can be the most skillful passive-aggressive act there is.”” – WTF?

I’m sure you’ve encountered your fair share of people in your lifetime who have so utterly annoyed, aggravated or angered you but , for one reason or another, you were unable to unleash the wrath within you. What can you do then when a face to face confrontation isn’t within reach? Why, reach for your pen and paper of course because nothing get its across better than words. This hilarious site features some of the best passive aggressive notes out there for every occasion: parking failures, stolen stuff, incompetence at work..etc. The length that some people will go through to try and make their point across is both terrifying and funny. I tried to find a favorite of mine to post but all of them are just as interesting as the next so I highly recommend you take a look at the site!

P.S. Even I’ve written a passive aggressive note that would be worthy enough to post on here. Unfortunately the person it was intended for was probably too drunk to ever post it onto here. I’ve also been a recipient of a passive aggressive note though it did err to the side of polite and informative than sarcastic and aggressive.

Forgotten Bookmarks

“I work at a used and rare bookstore, and I buy books from people everyday. These are the personal, funny, heartbreaking and weird things I fin in those books.”

I randomly came across this site and thought I’d share it with you. I love sites that feature little things, especially lost little things with the world. This particular website displays the many different bookmarks that are often left behind in old books from previous owners. Sometimes they’re standard bookmarks, sometimes they’re photos or old letters and sometimes they can be just about any old random object to indicate where the reader left off. He’s also found hidden messages on the insides of the books as well. I’ve taken a brief look at some of the books and was intrigued by what has been found by the creator of the site Michael. I’d suggest having a look if you have the chance, especially for you book lovers out there.

Google Venn Diagram

Notice how Googles often finishes your search query for you. Well that helpful tool is Google Suggest and it allows you to see popular queries that other people have been inputting, often times the same or similar to your own search. This Venn Diagram allows you to compare the suggests for up to 3 options to find overlaps in searches.  The idea was based on this mockup image and this tweet challenge.

My version up there for image purposes was a comparison between men,women and children but the possibilities are endless and it’s interesting to see the comparisons. And yes, all three are ‘mean’ and ‘stupid’ :)

I Hate Bad Service!

Ever encountered such bad service from a restaurant, company or person that your fury was seeping through every part of your body? As a consumer, often left shocked at the practices and policies of some businesses, your value has been undermined and sometimes your money taken with it. Wonder what you can do about it to get back at those awful people without killing anyone in the process due to your rage? The best way to get back at them is to spread the word and boycott.

Some people might be under the impress that such a tactic isn’t enough to make a difference but don’t under-estimate the power of ‘word-of-mouth’. Many great events started this way and as one individual you hold a lot of power. This is certainly something that my parents have advocated to me. Don’t take it lying down when you know you are completely within your rights to complain and seek rectification for your experience.

So where can you begin your ranting process? Well there’s a lot of great forums out there to spread the word but I came across this one particular one that I spent some time reading, becoming aware of some of the practices of certain people/businesses. And let’s face it, the name couldn’t be more appropriate.

A Sign of Intelligence

I’m sure many of you have read/seen this before but I thought it’d be nice to share it anyways for those who may not have. It’s certainly something that continues to come up in my life, whether through word of mouth, emails or links. Enjoy!

Professor : You are a Christian, aren’t you, son?

Student : Yes, sir.

Professor : So, you believe in GOD?

Student : Absolutely, sir.

Professor : Is GOD good?

Student : Sure.

Professor : Is GOD ALL – POWERFUL?

Student : Yes.

Professor : My Brother died of cancer even though he prayed to GOD to heal him. Most of us would attempt to help others who are ill. But GOD didn’t. How is this GOD good then? Hmm?

(Student was silent)

Professor : You can’t answer, can you? Let’s start again, young fella. Is GOD Good?

Student : Yes.

Professor : Is Satan good?

Student : No.

Professor : Where does Satan come from?

Student : From…GOD…

Professor : That’s right. Tell me son, is there evil in this World?

Student : Yes.

Professor : Evil is everywhere, isn’t it? And GOD did make everything. Correct?

Student : Yes.

Professor : So who created evil?

(Student did not answer)

Professor : Is there Sickness? Immorality? Hatred? Ugliness? All these terrible things exist in the World, don’t they?

Student : Yes, sir.

Professor : So, who created them?

(Student had no answer)