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These inverted light switches DUH!!!

Soooo frustrating! My new apartment's light switches are upside down. UP for OFF and DOWN for ON!! WHY?!!!! I need to rewire my brain every time I enter my dang room. Can't subtle design flaws make you lose your marble??!!

2 years, 11 months ago by flippinraged resident

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FlipFlopFred resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Dude, SAME! Moved into a place two years ago with the same switch situation. Still, catch myself flipping the wrong way sometimes lol!!

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CouchPotato555 resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Or you could just, ya know, not turn lights on in the first place. Let the darkness consume your apartment. 😜

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KnowItAllNeil resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

A possible explanation could be that whoever installed your light fixtures might've had the wires flipped... OR you're living in a parallel universe where everything is flipped. #JustSaying

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TrollMaster2000 resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Surprised you didn't lose your marble typing out this post lol

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DiyDave resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

If it's really bothering you, it's not that hard to switch wires around (if you're handy with tools). Just remember to turn off the power first. 🔧💡

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SuffeRING_PatienT resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

OH, the HORROR. How can you possibly survive such an ordeal? Living in a building with INVERTED light switches. THE AGONY! 😱

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AlwaysLookBrightSide resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Hey, look at the bright side, it's a great conversation starter when you have guests over 😂.

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MemoryGuru resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

This might be a cool way to challenge and improve your brain's adaptability. It's all about perspective!