I'll Say It Retarted

This isn't a typo or a slip-up — nope, it's intentional. Yep, you read that right. Sometimes, the best way to talk about something is to just throw the rulebook out the window and go with what feels real. We’re not here to impress anyone with jargon or overly polished phrases. We’re here to keep it real, raw, and relatable. If you've ever rolled your eyes at corporate fluff or overly technical explanations, then you're probably thinking, "finally, someone's talking like a human." So yeah, we'll say it — retarded, and maybe even mean it a little.

Let’s face it — life’s too short to read boring content. We're not saying that every explanation needs to be dumbed down, but it sure as heck doesn’t have to be wrapped in ten layers of formal nonsense. Ever tried reading a user manual and felt like you needed a PhD to understand it? Or clicked on a blog post only to realize it’s just fluff and no substance? It’s not that the information isn’t useful — it’s just buried under way too many syllables and a tone that feels like it’s talking *at* you, not *with* you.

So here’s the thing: people connect with people. Not robots, not algorithms, not jargon-filled paragraphs that loop around themselves like a tangled headphone cord. This piece is about breaking down that wall. It’s about speaking plainly, laughing at ourselves a little, and maybe even making a point without hiding behind complex language. If you're tired of feeling like you need a dictionary to understand basic instructions, you're not alone. And if you’ve ever thought, "man, this could’ve been said in like three sentences," you’re in good company.

What even is the deal with formal writing?

Okay, so, like, why do we keep doing this? Why do so many brands, websites, and businesses talk like they’re addressing a boardroom of executives instead of actual people? It’s not like your average reader is sitting there with a thesaurus, waiting to be impressed. In fact, most people just want to get the point fast and move on with their lives. But somehow, somewhere along the way, someone decided that being professional meant being stiff, boring, and completely out of touch with real life.

Think about it. Have you ever read a sentence and had to read it again just to figure out what the heck it actually meant? That’s not good writing — that’s bad communication. And yet, it’s everywhere. From product manuals to blog posts to customer support emails, we’re drowning in vague, overly structured language that just doesn’t connect with people. It’s like the writer is so focused on sounding smart that they forget the main point: to be understood.

And honestly, it’s kind of exhausting. You open up an article expecting to learn something, and instead, you end up feeling like you’ve been lectured at instead of invited into a conversation. That’s not engagement — that’s a snooze-fest. Which brings us to the next question: is all that formality really necessary? Or are we just stuck in a cycle of writing that nobody actually wants to read?

Why do we keep pretending like nobody makes mistakes?

Let’s be real — we all mess up. Typos happen. Misunderstandings happen. Sometimes, even the best writers write something that sounds off. But instead of owning it, we try to hide behind perfect grammar and overly polished prose. And maybe that’s the problem. We’re so scared of being imperfect that we forget that people actually relate more to imperfection. Think about your favorite YouTuber or podcast host — they don’t talk like they’re giving a TED Talk, right? They’re casual, they’re real, and sometimes they even say “um” a few times. And yet, we still listen to them. Because they’re human.

So why do we expect writing to be any different? If someone says “retarded” instead of “cognitively challenged” or whatever the latest politically correct version is, why do we automatically assume it’s offensive? Maybe sometimes, it’s just honesty. Maybe sometimes, it’s just being real. Not every sentence needs to be vetted by a committee. Not every word has to be perfect. Sometimes, a little bit of rawness adds flavor. It makes things more digestible. It makes things feel real. And isn’t that what we’re all after in the end — connection?

i'll say it retarted — sometimes, being real is better than being right

So, here’s the thing: people don’t remember perfect writing. They remember writing that feels like a conversation. They remember the stuff that makes them laugh, or think, or roll their eyes in agreement. And let’s be honest — if you’ve ever read a post that was so dry it put you to sleep, you know exactly what we’re talking about. There’s a difference between being professional and being lifeless. And somewhere along the line, a lot of us forgot that.

So yeah, we’ll say it — retarded. Not because we’re trying to be offensive, but because we’re trying to be honest. Because sometimes, the truth hurts a little. Because sometimes, the real issue isn’t the word — it’s the way we’re all pretending that everything has to be perfect all the time. And that’s just not real life. Real life is messy. Real life is full of typos, awkward pauses, and moments where you just want to say what you mean without wrapping it in ten layers of fluff.

Does being casual actually work better?

Okay, so, like, if we’re saying that casual writing is better, does that actually hold up in practice? Or are we just being rebellious for the sake of it? Because, let’s be honest — sometimes, people just want to sound different without having a real reason. But in this case, there actually is some substance behind the idea. Studies have shown that readers are more likely to engage with content that feels conversational. It’s easier to understand, easier to remember, and easier to connect with emotionally.

So, what does that mean for content creators, marketers, and writers? It means that maybe it’s time to rethink the way we write. Maybe it’s time to stop chasing perfection and start chasing connection. Maybe it’s time to write like we talk — with all the pauses, the “ums,” the slang, and the occasional typo. Because if your goal is to get a point across, it doesn’t matter how fancy your language is if nobody’s actually reading it.

And honestly, isn’t that the whole point? To be understood? To be heard? To actually make an impact? Because if you’re writing in a way that nobody can relate to, then what’s the point? You might as well be whispering into the void. So maybe, just maybe, the answer isn’t to be more formal — maybe it’s to be more human.

What if we just… stopped overcomplicating everything?

Here’s a thought: maybe we’re all just overthinking this. Like, a lot. Maybe we spend too much time trying to sound professional when we should be spending time making sure people actually care. Because if someone reads your content and forgets it five minutes later, what was the point of all that effort? Was it worth writing in a tone that nobody actually connects with just to sound more “credible”?

Let’s be real — people don’t care if you use a semicolon correctly if the whole thing feels like a snooze-fest. They care if they can actually get something out of it. They care if they feel like you understand them. They care if you’re not just throwing words at a screen and hoping something sticks. And sometimes, that means being a little messy, a little imperfect, and maybe even a little bit retarded in the eyes of formal writing.

So, maybe it’s time to stop chasing perfection and start chasing realness. Because the truth is, realness sticks. Realness gets remembered. Realness gets shared. And in a world where everyone’s trying to sound the same, maybe the boldest thing you can do is just be yourself — even if that means saying something like, “i'll say it retarted.”

What does it really mean to be relatable?

Okay, so, like, what does it even mean to be relatable? Is it about using slang? Or is it more about tone? Or maybe it’s just about being real? Because we’ve all seen those posts that try too hard to sound “down with the kids” and it just comes off as forced. That’s not relatable — that’s cringe. So, how do you actually do it right?

Well, for starters, it’s not about using the latest buzzwords or trying to mimic Gen Z lingo. That usually just ends up making you look out of touch. Real relatability comes from tone, voice, and honesty. It comes from speaking like a person, not a brand. It comes from acknowledging that you don’t have all the answers, and that’s okay. It comes from admitting that sometimes, you don’t even know what you’re doing — but you’re doing it anyway.

And maybe that’s what people really want. They want someone who’s not afraid to say the wrong thing once in a while. Someone who’s not afraid to admit that the world is complicated and confusing and that sometimes, you just have to roll with it. Because that’s what life is — messy, imperfect, and occasionally, a little bit retarded in the grand scheme of things.

i'll say it retarted — sometimes, being weird is better than being perfect

Let’s be honest — being weird is underrated. Like, really underrated. We’re all so busy trying to fit into molds that someone else created that we forget that sometimes, the most memorable stuff is the stuff that doesn’t fit in. The stuff that’s a little off, a little awkward, a little unexpected. That’s what makes people stop scrolling and actually pay attention.

So yeah, we’ll say it — retarded. Because sometimes, that’s exactly what it feels like when you’re trying to make sense of the world. And maybe, just maybe, that’s okay. Because if we’re all just pretending to be perfect all the time, we’re never going to connect with each other. And isn’t connection the whole point of communication in the first place?

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