Biggest Pet Peeves List – a Look at Some Habits That Are Not so Human

(Last Updated On: November 26, 2019)

Not one of us is perfect but there are some things that are just no-no.  We should try to stop doing these things A.S.A.P. These are habits that can negatively affect our relationships.  These easy-to-do annoyances can cause us who suffer from pet peeve syndrome to go bonkers. Please…

# 1 Nose Picking

… and “snacking…” Eww – And in public?  Get a life, please!  No need to say any more on this. Run along quickly.

# 2 People playing with their toes

Especially at informal gatherings when persons turn up in flip flops and begin to amuse themselves with some serious toe-play or foot massage.  That’s ok, but only if you are in your own home.  Ultimately, some well-meaning soul announces that food is served and the rest is history. But for the curious, I will paint a clearer picture of what happens next.

It’s fascinating that after all we were taught by our parents and teachers, we forget our most basic training. Washing our hands before meals.  The pain that follows for me is unbearable.   I proceed to give my wife the Kung fu eye look, which she quickly reciprocates but her fight is with me.  I wonder… is she more upset with me than with this unsanitary person?  Well not really.  She is a sweet lady who deals with things a little differently than I do.  Meanwhile, our friends and their dirty hands are busy fondling utensils and drink containers I have to touch.

# 3 Double Dipping

Recently, I was in the presence of someone who thought they were so special, they could get away with the unspeakable, i.e. double-dipping (please watch the video below to see an example of double-dipping).  Not even once but twice… Now there is absolutely no excuse for this. Don’t be a double-dipper or you may get double slammed.

# 4 Sneezing

Let’s ponder a while on those who think that they have the authority to sneeze without utilizing proper etiquette around people and food. Hmmm enough said… No, I will continue.

Back when dinosaurs were around and I was in school, I was shown a video of a sneeze in slow motion. It was disgusting but life-changing.  It gave me a fresh new perspective on the dangers of being in public. Please see these disgusting videos below.

We can go on forever and I’m sure you have your own experiences. Do you know they smell awful too?

# 5 Spectacle Snacking

Lastly, you are in a discussion with someone who wears spectacles.  They proceed to remove them and place the frame tips in their mouths.  These frame tips had been resting comfortably on their greasy ears all day… All this is occurring while they are still talking and making eye contact. 
To be continued…

You know some of these human beings.  They are all around and may even be wearing your clothes right now.  Others are living in plain sight awaiting exposure.  We will be back for part 2. 🙂

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