cosmic irony, who can relate?

[ireallywasnttogopls]

Cosmic irony is a literary device and philosophical concept where fate, the universe, or a higher power manipulates events to mock human intentions, leading to outcomes opposite to expectations. It suggests an indifferent or cruel universe, often forcing characters into tragic, humorous, or ironic situations despite their best efforts to control their destiny.

A simple cosmic irony definition is any situation where it seems like the universe conspires against an individual or group, creating a reversal of expectations. Sometimes, people who experience cosmic irony infer that a god or other very powerful being is deliberately creating havoc in their lives.

 

[behindtheveil]

Feels like the Story of my life.

 

[Mr.Tristesse]

Cosmic irony is a literary device and philosophical concept where fate, the universe, or a higher power manipulates events to mock human intentions, leading to outcomes opposite to expectations. It suggests an indifferent or cruel universe, often forcing characters into tragic, humorous, or ironic situations despite their best efforts to control their destiny.

A simple cosmic irony definition is any situation where it seems like the universe conspires against an individual or group, creating a reversal of expectations. Sometimes, people who experience cosmic irony infer that a god or other very powerful being is deliberately creating havoc in their lives.

I mean, if the universe or whatever is actively manipulating things then it can't be said to be indifferent (not that that's what's going on).

I have definitely been subject to things that smack of cosmic irony. But bad things happen either 1) as a function of the chaotic random nature of reality or 2) because of human malice or neglect.