The Struggle with Short Black Cables: A Playful Video that Everyone Can Relate To

Life these days can be overwhelming. Between juggling work, saving money, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, there's always something new to worry about. But nothing is more universally frustrating than the endless assortment of short black cables that come with every device we purchase. A playful video on Reddit perfectly captures this modern-day dilemma, resonating with anyone who's ever had a drawer full of mysterious black cables.

The video opens with a comedic rant about the absurdity of life, highlighting the unnecessary stress caused by these ubiquitous short black cables. "Wait, you do that too?" the protagonist exclaims, realizing that many others share the same predicament. "My entire drawers are filled with black cables, and I don't know what any of them do," they continue, humorously pointing out the confusion and frustration that comes with trying to identify each cable's purpose.

One particularly funny moment is when the protagonist laments, "Why does my vacuum need a charger? The other day I found a Fitbit charger—I don't even own a Fitbit!" This relatable scenario is intensified by a tale of an ex-wife convincing the protagonist to throw away a charger, leading to a desk lamp that has been off for three years.

The video also touches on the universal truth that throwing away a seemingly useless cable always results in needing it the very next day. "Suddenly you throw it out, and then the next day you can't charge your bike light and you get hit by a bus," the protagonist jokes, capturing the essence of Murphy's Law.

Viewers on Reddit couldn't help but share their own experiences and solutions. One user, laughing at the absurdity, commented, "Laughs in EU f*** yeah!" Another user shared their regretful experience with AirPods Pro, stating, "I bought AirPods Pro, and threw away the loop of string you can use to put around your wrist while carrying the pods. After reading the directions I learned that the cord also housed an antenna for improving reception and radio. Damn."

Some comments pointed out the seeming simplicity of modern cable standards. "Is this video from 20 years ago? I feel like the whole world has standardized to either USB, USB-C, or micro USB. You need 3 cables max," one user remarked, highlighting the contrast between the video's content and current technological trends.

Others shared their own humorous struggles, like the user who said, "I have a 5-gallon pail filled with cheap Allen wrenches that came with assemble-it-yourself furniture." Another user offered a practical solution: "Ziploc sandwich bag, write the name of the cable on it, put the bags in a plastic box. I have a 12”x20” box in my closet that all cables go into. Not that tough guys."

The video's humor and relatability make it a must-watch for anyone tired of the constant battle with short black cables. So next time someone cuts you off in traffic or snaps at a cashier, just remember—they too might be struggling to find the charger to their vacuum.