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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:

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[–] db2@lemmy.world 105 points 1 year ago (3 children)
[–] spankmonkey@lemmy.world 42 points 1 year ago (3 children)

Kudos, that might be better than my first thought: canoen't

[–] iamanurd@midwest.social 12 points 1 year ago

Both are pretty on point

[–] db2@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

That was my first thought too though. 😆

[–] Mr_Blott@feddit.uk 15 points 1 year ago
[–] oce@jlai.lu 9 points 1 year ago

Is that a nether-oar situation?

[–] darthelmet@lemmy.world 101 points 1 year ago (2 children)

This isn’t a shower thought. It’s a bath thought.

[–] lugal@sopuli.xyz 17 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] uranibaba@lemmy.world 14 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] FlyingSquid@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I think I would like a bathroom that is also a keep. Think of the privacy!

[–] uranibaba@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

Two bathrooms or one giant one. Two, unless it really is a keep!

[–] tibi@lemmy.world 9 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 6 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I used to bathe in the shower.

My parents were concerned about water usage and so banned baths. I, a stubborn teenager, just started using the dangling shower head instead of the bath tap to fill the tub. Presumably they knew, but they never called me on it.

[–] tibi@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I just think bathing is a waste of time. I just want want to clean myself quickly and get out, I have better things to do.

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

Bathing as a teenager, I wasn't overly concerned about cleanliness or speed. I was more worried about hot water and laying down for a bit longer in the morning.

Now, as an adult, I haven't had a bath in several years. I've thought about it; standing, for me, is hard because I'm obese and have an old ankle injury that was repaired incorrectly. However, ultimately, I always end up going for the shower - because, as you said, it's more efficient - then trembling on the bed for ten minutes until my ankle recovers.

I agree, though. For effectiveness, go for a shower. For luxury, a bath might be appropriate.

[–] disguy_ovahea@lemmy.world 70 points 1 year ago (2 children)

And lobsters are mermaids to scorpions.

[–] TranquilTurbulence@lemmy.zip 1 points 1 year ago

A dam is the opposite of a swimming pool… maybe. Are you trying to keep water in or out?

[–] B312@lemmy.world 44 points 1 year ago (1 children)

A shower thought on showerthoughts??? Impossible

[–] satans_methpipe@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

Showerception. Wait for the cold water kick.

[–] Engywuck@lemm.ee 27 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Upvoted because I genuinely lolled ad this.

[–] Zachariah@lemmy.world 18 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I couldn’t see your comment because of my “ad” blocker.

[–] Engywuck@lemm.ee 5 points 1 year ago

You're adsolutely right!

[–] Vinny_93@lemmy.world 10 points 1 year ago

It's been a while since an actual shower thought was posted

[–] 0ops@lemm.ee 24 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

This shower thought is pretty much the basis of Archimedes principle. The upwards force of buoyancy is equal and opposite to the weight of the displaced fluid. Just imagine an empty bathtub floating in the lake. Now imagine the tub in the bathroom filled to the same level that the lake tub was submerged. The force keeping the lake tub floating and the force of the weight of the bathroom tub (including the weight of the tub) are the same.

Huh, I just went looking for stock images to show this and til that apparently historical accounts say that the principle was discovered in the bathtub.

[–] jerkface@lemmy.ca 20 points 1 year ago (2 children)

A bathtub IS a canoe. A canoe is a bathtub.

[–] GladiusB@lemmy.world 12 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] Crashumbc@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

We're coming to the end they are about to reboot the matrix.

[–] jerkface@lemmy.ca 2 points 1 year ago

The simulation or the movie franchise?

[–] LifeInMultipleChoice@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

A canoe with stabilizers in many cases. Not very good ones though., lots of drag, and a possibility of detriment to making water splash into the boat.

[–] kubok@fedia.io 8 points 1 year ago

I like the way you think. Take my upvote.

[–] wewbull@feddit.uk 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

You have a plug hole in your canoe?

[–] Deepus@lemm.ee 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] wewbull@feddit.uk 2 points 1 year ago
[–] thonofpy@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Now get into your river bath.

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

You've reminded me of a rather odd book series.

[–] Marthirial@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

But all canoes can be bathtubs but not the other way.

[–] Zorque@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago
[–] MissJinx@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago
[–] DragonsInARoom@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

Or a non-capsised boat, or an empty ocean

[–] Easton89@lemmy.world 1 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

Haha, that’s such a clever way to describe it I love how you played with the idea! It actually got me thinking about how bathroom designs have evolved over time. Instead of traditional bathtubs, many people now prefer more functional and modern options. For example, shower cubicle Dubai services are becoming really popular in residential spaces because they save space, look elegant, and help keep the rest of the bathroom dry. They’re a great upgrade for anyone wanting a sleek, contemporary design that combines comfort with practicality.

[–] Sinkbath@lemmy.today 1 points 1 year ago

Also you would be making love in water versus merely close to it. Coffee compared to either would be unsatisfactory. At best coffee that is like “ mak’n love ina canoe” is still “fukin near water”.

[–] Easton89@lemmy.world 1 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

That’s an interesting thought. A bathtub is indeed more about relaxation and comfort, while a canoe is all about movement and adventure. Speaking of relaxation, if you're looking for a unique way to enhance your well being, the Monk Ice Bath, available through ReverieLuxe, offers a modern take on recovery and stress relief. While the Monk Ice Bath price may be a bit of an investment, it provides features like app-controlled temperature settings and self-cleaning filtration, making it a great option for those serious about both physical and mental wellness. It’s a perfect way to create your own space for recovery, whether indoors or outdoors.