Every first day of April revolves around fun and silly moments. It’s the day wherein people annually plant jokes and pranks on their family and friends. This is why it seems like everyone’s trust issues are built up during this day because we never know if someone is playing a prank on us or if everything is just a joke.

While there are many things that we can laugh about, there are still some matters that need to be taken seriously and not be considered as a subject for laughs.

Here are some things you shouldn’t make a prank and joke about on the first day of April:

1. Make a joke and tell someone you have a disease or illness

It’s easy to come up to someone and say that you have an illness or are dying. But before you think of doing this, you have to keep in mind that a disease is not a matter that should be taken lightly, especially during this pandemic.

It may cause significant distress for your loved ones, as well as a terror for those in your close surroundings.

2. Arranging fictitious bookings for delivery drivers and business owners

Life has been made more accessible during this time of technological innovations. Just imagine the convenience that we are experiencing right now because of online shopping platforms, food delivery services, and such.

However, there are many instances in which food delivery riders and business owners are distressed because of the fake bookings they have constantly been receiving.

Food delivery riders and business owners are working hard to make ends meet in their daily lives. Money is not easy to earn, so placing fake bookings would only waste their efforts and expenses.

3. Jokes and pranks about pregnancy

This is a matter that is often the subject of pranks and jokes, especially for couples. While some people are just in for the laughs on seeing their reactions, it is still essential to remember that pregnancy pranks and jokes are not a laughing matter.

Pregnancy is a subject that may be sensitive to some people as they may be undergoing a problematic pregnancy, loss of a baby, or any sensitive matter related to pregnancy.

4. Jokes and pranks that are discriminatory

In our lives, we are all unique. Religions, races, social classes, sexual orientations, and life experiences are all distinct. It’s discriminatory and disrespectful to turn these issues into laughingstocks.

We must instill kindness and respect for everyone’s views and situations in life.

5. Jokes and pranks that put other people’s lives in jeopardy

Some people enjoy playing practical jokes on their family and friends only to watch their amused expressions after they’ve already exclaimed ‘Happy April Fools!’

However, our jokes and pranks should not compromise someone’s safety, health, or self-esteem. It is best to remember that there should be limits when thinking of what jokes and pranks we can do.

So this April Fools’ Day, while we are all ready to have laughing fits, it is best that we remember that not everything should be turned into a joke. After all, nothing harmful will come out of being respectful and considerate of some things.