People Are Sharing Funny 'What I Wanted Vs. What I Got’ Stories Of Frustration

Leona Martinez

Expectations are a double-edged sword. When we have very high expectations for something, we are more likely to be dissatisfied if those expectations are not met. On the other hand, when we have very low expectations, we are less likely to be disappointed. However, we are all full of expectations. Therefore, when we step down from our daydreams and come face to face with reality, our emotional state is completely wrecked.

Considering the cases of these unlucky people. Some wanted beautiful tattoos but once the artist finishes the work on their skin, these tattoos are not what they wanted at all. Or others bought stuff online but the items they received didn't live up to their expectations. People are sharing their funny "What I Wanted Vs What I Got" stories of frustration on TikTok. And these posts have gone viral. We have collected the most hilarious ones for you. Scroll down to check them out.

#1. Badly drawn tattoos

Source: jessicawilliams546

#2. At least it fits the dog well!

Source: tanibutterfly

#3. All I wanted was a Hulk cake

Source: brenttelevision

#4. Hair makeover went wrong

Source: gingaaak

#5. It's a horror movie

Source: bucybiyela

#6. Maybe they just got big feet

Source: deideikablamo

#7. What I wanted vs what I got

Source: tay.chancey10

#8. Diving pants?

Source: melaniewilmoth2

#9. Online shopping fail

Source: naomielliott.22

#10. That's so so...

Source: xo.faatimaa

#11. Buy it for my ex's wedding but it's used for Halloween

Source: .alexacata

#12. I trusted this artist he’s done great work in the past for me…. My trust is now ruined and so is my arm

Source: itsmehollyholliday

#13. Trying to find a Perfect Spongebob Popsicle!

Source: brenttelevision

#14. Artist doesn't know the details

Source: roisinmarfahy

#15. They're almost done

Source: gracieschwent20

#16. Well...

Source: georgemichaelsbiggestfan

#17. This is not what I want

Source: princecakecosplay

#18. Well, that sucks

Source: hiisokasbungeegumm

#19. Speechless

Source: theekrimi

#20. A black garbage bag?

Source: mckenziesanderson

#21. Do you like ordering online?

Source: zolliete

#22. She looks so beautiful in ...

Source: imunique_doee

#23. Guess what it is

Source: sophslifeandpets