40 Funny Memes About Turning 40 That Will Make You Laugh Through the Pain
Ah, 40. The age where you start Googling “is it normal to feel tired all the time” and seriously consider buying orthopedic shoes. I hit the big 4-0 last year, and let me tell you, it’s a weird mix of pride and existential dread. But hey, at least we have 40s memes to help us laugh through the midlife crisis. This collection of memes about turning 40 is for anyone who’s realized that naps are now a hobby and that “I’m too old for this” is your new catchphrase.
This gallery is a tribute to the fourth decade, capturing everything from the joys of finding a gray hair to the horror of realizing you now sound like your parents. Each of these funny memes about turning 40 is a relatable snapshot of life at 40, whether it’s the struggle to stay awake past 9 PM or the sudden urge to yell at kids to get off your lawn. You’ll find yourself nodding along as you scroll through images of people celebrating their birthday with ice packs and heating pads, or proudly declaring that they’ve given up on trying to understand TikTok. These memes about turning 40 are a reminder that while turning 40 might come with its challenges, it also comes with a sense of humor—and maybe a few extra wrinkles.
You were just laughing at memes that hit a little too close to home. From the relatable struggles of adulting to the bittersweet realization that you’re now officially “old,” you’ve seen it all. You chuckled at the 40s memes about forgetting why you walked into a room, and you maybe even shed a tear at the ones about embracing your inner curmudgeon. Now, you’re left feeling a little less alone in your midlife crisis—and a little more grateful for the humor that comes with age.
If you enjoyed this journey through these memes about of turning 40, you might also like exploring other themed meme galleries on Thunder Dungeon. Check out our collection of memes about aging gracefully (or not) or dive into the world of parenting memes that capture the chaos of raising kids while trying to stay sane. There’s always more laughter to be found, no matter your age.
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Phil M., Co‑Founder & Content Strategist
Phil is one of Thunder Dungeon’s co‑founders, doubling as our resident meme analyst and dark‑room brainstormer. He specializes in trend‑spotting across social platforms and shapes the editorial calendar to keep our galleries fresh, topical, and worthy of your valuable procrastination.
