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Showerthoughts

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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The most popular seem to be lighthearted, clever little truths, hidden in daily life.

Here are some examples to inspire your own showerthoughts: 1

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[–] leo85811nardo 20 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (2 children)

"Hey you want some potato chips?"

  • "Potato chip sounds good" => Yes please
  • "I'm good" => No thanks

Messed me up all the time first time came to the US. Why use positive response for rejection?

[–] [email protected] 13 points 1 year ago

“I’m good” here means “My situation is good” means “I have what I need already”

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Saying no is hard in all languages

[–] helmet91 1 points 1 year ago

To me it usually goes like this:

"No."

Or sometimes:

"Nope."

Or when I'm feeling polite:

"No, thanks."