Life has changed—fast. What once felt normal just a few decades ago now seems straight-up bizarre. These 20+ funny comics aren’t just laugh-out-loud—they’re packed with nostalgia, truth bombs, and just enough sass to make you say, “Wait… that used to be a thing?!”

Let’s dive in and see how everyday life, habits, relationships, and even technology have completely transformed—one comic at a time.

Women’s Body Hair: Once Taboo, Now No Big Deal

There was a time when body hair on women was a major no-no. These comics highlight how we’ve gone from razors and shame to self-acceptance and natural beauty. What used to spark gasps now barely earns a shrug—and that’s something to celebrate.

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Single Mothers: From Judgment to Acceptance

Years ago, being a single mom often meant facing harsh judgment. These days, personal lives are just that—personal. The comics perfectly illustrate this cultural shift, showing how society has moved from gossip to support. It’s about time.

From Hours of Effort to a Few Clicks

Tasks that used to eat up half the day now take seconds. Want to pay bills, order food, or find a recipe? You don’t need paper, pens, or even to stand up. These comics make that contrast feel both ridiculous and brilliant.

Homemade vs. Store-Bought: The Great Shift

Back in the day, if you needed something, you probably made it yourself. Clothes, food, tools—you name it. But now? We just buy it, probably with next-day delivery. These comics hilariously capture how convenience has taken over creativity.

Knowledge No Longer Flows One Way

It wasn’t that long ago when wisdom came top-down—from grandma to grandchild. But now? It’s reversed. Today’s kids are teaching their elders how to navigate smartphones and video chats, and it’s surprisingly wholesome (and funny).

Friendships Between Guys and Girls: No More Whispers

What used to be kept quiet is now proudly displayed. These comics show how society has learned to embrace platonic friendships, especially between men and women. What was once taboo is now totally normal—and totally meme-worthy.

LGBTQ+ Relationships: Quiet Then, Loud and Proud Now

One powerful comic captures the evolution of acceptance—from secrecy to celebration. In just a couple of decades, love has gone from hiding in the shadows to marching in parades. And it’s beautifully drawn with humor and heart.

Dating Today: Texting Across the Table

You’ve seen it: two people at dinner, both staring at their phones—texting each other. It sounds ridiculous, but it happens. These comics poke fun at the tech-obsessed generation that’s redefined dating in the digital age.

Video: You In The 90s Vs. You Today

Meeting the Parents Isn’t What It Used to Be

Once a formal event filled with nerves, meeting the parents has turned into something much more casual—like bumping into them in pajamas. These comics hilariously spotlight how modern relationships just skip the ceremony and cut to the chase.

Long-Distance Connection Is Instant Now

Gone are the days of waiting for handwritten letters or saving up for long-distance phone calls. These comics show how we can now see and hear our loved ones in real time—no stamps or time zones required.

Adulthood at 25: Then and Now

Back in the day, a 25-year-old might’ve had a mortgage, a kid, and a steady job. Now? They’re debating whether to adopt a cat. These comics hilariously highlight how timelines have changed—and how we’re all okay with it.

Remote Work: From Misunderstood to Mainstream

Once viewed as lazy, working from home is now a respected lifestyle. These comics show someone on a laptop in their pajamas, proving that productivity doesn’t need a cubicle—or pants.

Movie Nights from the Couch

The comic strip showing the evolution of movie nights is spot-on. While we used to line up for tickets and sticky floors, today we hit “play” from our couch with snacks and sweatpants. Honestly, we’re not mad about it.

Breaking Up Goes Digital

Forget burning letters and throwing out mixtapes. Today’s breakups involve unfollowing, blocking, and deleting photos from the cloud. These comics capture the strangely cold and efficient way we say goodbye now.

Shopping Has Left the Building

Trying on clothes in tiny dressing rooms? That’s history. Today, everything’s ordered online and delivered to your door—or a locker near you. The comics show just how weird (and wonderful) that shift has been.

Delivery Services: Our Modern Superpower

Need groceries, a charger, or tacos at 10 PM? No problem. These comics celebrate delivery services as one of humanity’s greatest inventions—and we couldn’t agree more.

Parenting in the Age of GPS

Kids used to roam free till sundown. Now, parents use apps, alerts, and GPS tracking to watch their every move. The comic pokes fun at this shift but also shows just how much safety has become a priority

The One Constant: Cats

And finally, the best comic of them all—nothing about cats has changed. They’re still napping, ignoring you, and knocking stuff off shelves. While everything else evolves, cats remain gloriously the same.

Final Thought: Nostalgia, With a Twist

These comics do more than spark laughs. They make us think. About how far we’ve come, how much we’ve let go, and how some things—like humor and love—stay timeless. So the next time you scroll past a “then vs. now” post, give it a second look. It might just take you on a journey back… and leave you smiling all the way.