Train rides are all fun and joy until a technical failure disrupts the experience. Track circuit problems, signal glitches and power malfunctions can cause unexpected delays, leading to inconvenience. But at such times, it is important to stay patient and adopt a positive perspective. A perfect example is a man who recently documented his frustrating yet amusing experience while taking a train ride in Germany. Through the video, which the passenger posted on Instagram, he showcased a remarkable ability to find humour even in unpleasant situations. The text overlay read, “POV: Taking a train ride in Germany.”

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The video begins with the man recording the message of the automated train announcement. The announcement brought attention to the fact that the train was stranded due to a signal failure. Adding a playful twist to the distressing event, the voice says, “Dear international people here on the train. I do not know how to say it in English very professionally, but I will try my best. We have a problem with our timetable. The people who do the signals think our train does not exist. But we exist. And I hope they find a solution. We have to wait until then. Here, it is the problem in Hamburg Harburg.” The jestful announcement prompted a smile from the man. Now, that’s how you take difficulties in your stride.

Instagram users couldn’t stop talking about this unique public announcement on a train. Here are some of their reactions:

“‘I don’t know how to say it in English professional’ *proceeds to say it very clearly and professionally,” pointed out a user.

“Haha I loved the ‘Dear international people'” noted another.

An individual guessed, “She is like: I’m too underpaid for this.”

Here’s what another person had to say: “Because we do exist, we have to wait until someone else realizes our existence before we can move forward. That’s a very philosophical statement. I like her.”

“The ‘But we exist!’ was really reassuring,” said someone else.

“She is so sweet about it too, bless her heart,” commented an Instagram user.

So far, the video has clocked over 5 million views.

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