There’s something inherently satisfying about unraveling a riddle, particularly one that takes the form of a photo. While the journey to discovering the answer may at times feel like a trap, riddles are mostly fun – a mental adventure, driven by the quest for understanding.
In this story, we’re going to show you an image and you have to figure out what it’s missing. Are you ready for the challenge that most people fail?
Think of riddles as a workout for your mind. When you tackle a riddle, your brain switches into problem-solving mode, encouraging you to think critically and approach questions from different angles.
These mental aerobics requires discipline, focus, emotional control and the ability to address problems. “Developing and strengthening these skills is good for our brain and can help us in other situations,” writes Readers Digest,adding that life in general might benefit from greater focus and problem-solving abilities.
The best part? It doesn’t feel like boring homework. It’s like doing a fun puzzle or playing a game – it’s challenging, sure, but in a good way.
What’s missing?
Now, take a look at this image, where six people are riding the bus.
Three women, including one erderly lady and one mother-to-be, are standing while three men are sitting down, failing to notice what’s happening around them.
What’s missing? Take a few moments before you answer.
What others have to say
Attempting to solve the riddle online, some netizens offered their thoughts on the one thing that’s missing in the photo.
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“Respect,” starts one user. “Let the elderly and pregnant lady sit down. And the other lady for that matter. [Shake my head] if I was there I’d make the men stand up. Not ask, make.”
A second cyber fan says that “manners” is absent: “elderly women and pregnant lady [are] standing [while] the young people sitting and enjoying their journey.”
A third suggests it’s “common sense of the male generation.” She writes, “At 74 I would give up my seat to an elderly person or pregnant woman. Or someone who is handicapped.”
And another adds, “masculinity is missing.”
What’s missing? Chivalry!
Whether it’s holding the door open for someone, offering a kind word, or simply treating people with respect, chivalry often feels like a lost art these days. A little effort to be kind and considerate can go a long way in making the world (and your daily interactions) a bit brighter!
So, let’s bring chivalry back into the picture – one small gesture at a time. Who’s in?
