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According to Freud, infants have an innate tendency to be self-centered. The main basic, evolutionary instinct of humans is to protect themselves and survive. In order to do so, the brain has to be 'selfish’ and largely concerned about itself. But as we grow up, we start to realize that not everything revolves around us, and our self-centeredness starts to decline.

Unfortunately, not all people grow out of it, and the I’m the Main Character online community is proof of that. It’s dedicated to shaming individuals who can’t help but just want to be the center of attention by shining even more spotlight on them. If you ask me, there’s no better way to help the entitled Karens come back down to earth.

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This Guy At Disneyland

This Guy At Disneyland

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AtMostAFabulist
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I doubt his audience paid as much as you did to get to the ride.

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    Entitled Bride

    Entitled Bride

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    Multa Nocte
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This story was on here several weeks ago and there was an update this week. Newly rich, entitled woman, if I remember correctly, marrying a child from a billionaire's family.

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    Shocked

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    I was on a trip to the United Kingdom. I am a Canadian and was more than glad to see the recognition for our contribution in the world wars and especially since 10% of our population served in the second. I was absolutely stunned by what I saw at the Canadian war memorial. I didn’t say a word but should I have? It’s a memorial paying respect to thousands of Canadians (usually in their early 20s) who paid the ultimate sacrifice for freedom and liberation of a occupied Europe.

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    As the subreddit name suggests, the behavior of these people on the list falls under the term main character syndrome. It’s a fairly new colloquial definition used to describe someone who sees themselves as the main protagonist in a movie called ‘Life’ and always needs the spotlight on them. 

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    Even though the word ‘syndrome’ is part of its name, it’s important to keep in mind that it’s not an actual syndrome or a medical diagnosis. The term originated on social media and is colloquially used to describe people with narcissistic or self-centered tendencies.

    #5

    Seconds Before She Kicked Him In The Head. Got Mad When She Was Asked To Move Seats

    Seconds Before She Kicked Him In The Head. Got Mad When She Was Asked To Move Seats

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    I Was Running In Lane 1 At The Track, And This Dude Showed Up And Decided This Was The Perfect Location To Lie Down

    I Was Running In Lane 1 At The Track, And This Dude Showed Up And Decided This Was The Perfect Location To Lie Down

    Fully aware all I had to do was run around him, which I totally did, but this still annoyed TF out of me: he stayed like this for 30 minutes and then got up and left.

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    It started as an innocent way for people to romanticize their lives and make even the most mundane aspects of them more interesting. This shouldn't really have any negative impacts. That is, until people develop the need to make everything about themselves.

    #7

    Standing In The Front Row

    Standing In The Front Row

    Lady stood up and recording right as the recital started. Even though people behind her were telling her to sit down, it was about ten minutes before an administrator confronted her

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    #8

    I Let A Colleague Borrow One Of My Favorite Books, And It Was Returned To Me With The Pages Written On And Stuffed With Sticky Notes

    I Let A Colleague Borrow One Of My Favorite Books, And It Was Returned To Me With The Pages Written On And Stuffed With Sticky Notes

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    #9

    Main Character Blinds Everyone The Entire Show For A Video Shoot

    Main Character Blinds Everyone The Entire Show For A Video Shoot

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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They'd be getting a very large coke dumped over them and their phone.

    Beak Hookage
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    6 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was at the movies once and this selfish woman sitting right near me wouldn't put her damn phone away, light shining right in my face. I leaned over and told her to put it away and she actually had the GALL to get all huffy and offended and even said "how dare you!". Sadly I have no ability to enter into a confrontation and always instinctively retreat, but if I could have I'd have said "I did not pay twenty bucks to sit here watching you stare at your phone, you stupid cow". Like why TF are you even here? Idiot.

    Verena
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Entire show? Get a steward if you are too timid (as I would be) to tell her off yourself

    ElfVibratorGlitter
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would actually work and not be a form of assault. Creative props to you 😁.

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    Blondie23
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would have knocked her phone out of her hand.... fight me I beg you!

    ElfVibratorGlitter
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I went to a tool concert recently and they will straight up remove you if they even see the glow of a screen. Made for an enjoyable show. Then they let people film the last song.

    Manny
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If there was music involved I would have started dancing and by "accident" bump into her hard to make her drop her phone and crack it

    censorshipsucks
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    our movie theaters open with a warning to put away your phone and not record stuff, so if someone does this in a theater you can get them removed.

    Caroline Nagel
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ever heard of the Dutch Disease? It's the constant murmur you hear over the music at a concert, the murmur of hundreds of people having conversations while performers are doing their best to be heard. It's irritating and disrespectful. It started in the Netherlands and it has bled into Belgium darn it!

    Upstaged75
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd have "accidentally" knocked it out of her hand and then kicked in under something when I apologetically went to retrieve it. Sorry, I'm so clumsy! ;)

    Dainty72
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would have accidentally on purpose pretended the person behind me pushed me into her and slapped the MFrs phone right out of their hands! Oooops sorry

    tori Ohno
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd swipe the phone out of her hand, and laugh while she desperately tried to find it. Too many people around to figure out who did it.

    Nimitz
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please stop referring to narcissistic personality disorder as main/first character syndrome. We need to normalize calling these f*****s out!

    SkippityBoppityBoo
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depending upon the concert, as in which singer or band? You do this to other people? You either get a drink over your head straight away or you get all the people behind you throwing things like popcorn, empty plastic glasses at you but don't be acting "all surprisedly innocent" if you get this treatment literally thrown at you. Some people have saved up for the tickets as well as a hotel, travelling costs etc which can be a lot of money. I've seen people do this when seeing various concerts and at more genteele type singer concert? Yups an older lady, like 50s,dumped her what looked to be diet coke right over her head!!!

    MissMePhoenix
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would sacrifice one of my shoes to smash right into that phone and hopefully send it crashing to the floor

    DC
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... knock her a bit, so it falls down. Somebody will collect it, maybe, and, maybe, turn off the light. Maybe, she even gets it back!

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    Main character syndrome describes the lens through which a person sees themselves,” explained Topsie VanderBosch, LMSW, a licensed therapist and mindset coach. “People who think they’re the main character tend to believe that they’re the most important person in most situations and interactions with people.”

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    This Person, Who Blocked No Less Than Four Electric Charging Spots

    This Person, Who Blocked No Less Than Four Electric Charging Spots

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    CheshirePhrogg
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They do this deliberately because they think electric cars are some how destroying the world. It is just jerk a** petty

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    She Can’t Keep Her Pet Away From The Window But Expects For You To?

    She Can’t Keep Her Pet Away From The Window But Expects For You To?

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    Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My!
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not taking away Bouche's and Audi's joy to accommodate some random woman who can't control an animal that's been bred for thousands of years to please us.

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    Generally, someone with the main character syndrome exhibits dramatic behaviors, overdramatizes life events, feels like they’re better than other people, and has a lot of outward confidence that might hide underlying insecurities. Additional ones include romanticizing experiences or relationships, constantly seeking validation from social media, and needing to outshine others.

    #13

    Which Do You Hate More?

    Which Do You Hate More?

    1 "My vehicle deserves more space." The vehicle that needs to take more than one parking space in a congested parking lot/garage.
    2 "My vehicle is more important than people." The vehicle that needs to block sidewalks used for walking and wheelchair access. (Note: the red color pavement is a ramp next to a handicap parking space.)

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    Always Malfunctioning
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are almost as bad as when someone blocks a crosswalk. My blind stepbrother once take his white cane and repeatedly hit a vehicle blocking the crosswalk (even though I told him what was in his way). The driver was pissed 😄 🤣

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    #14

    My Neighbor Sprayed Herbicide On My Back Lot To Make Himself A Parking Spot

    My Neighbor Sprayed Herbicide On My Back Lot To Make Himself A Parking Spot

    Sheriff says that in our county you’re allowed to park on the outer 8 feet of someone else’s lawn for a day or two without their permission because it’s considered the shoulder. Come back to the same spot as many times as you want, just don’t be there continuously. You probably don’t have the right to kill someone else’s vegetation but I can’t prove it was him.

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    6 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good spot for some nails. Can't prove it was you, must of fell off a truck.

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    My Neighbors Parking, And No It’s Not Temporary, Been Like This For 3 Days

    My Neighbors Parking, And No It’s Not Temporary, Been Like This For 3 Days

    We have an HOA but clearly they don’t care, but they do care if my garbage can is left out 30 seconds after garbage is picked up.

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    Experts say that viewing yourself as a main character can be healthy. However, like most things, it should be taken advantage of in moderation. VanderBosch explained that developing confidence and owning one’s life choices can be the positive effects of this syndrome. But when it causes people to hurt others with their self-absorbed behavior, it becomes unhealthy. If a person centers themselves too much and expects the world to revolve around them, they are stepping into destructive territory. 

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    Influencer Camera Set Up

    Influencer Camera Set Up

    I'm trying to take a nap during my 6 hour layover at Denver Airport and without warning or asking, a pair of people set up these bright face lights and have been complaining about people other than them being in an airport.

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    Colin Matthews
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get up and turn them off. Remember Airports are explicit "NO FILMING WITHOUT EXPLICIT CONSENT OF THE AIRPORT COMPANY"

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    #17

    American Tourist Complains Restaurant In Tokyo Gave Her The Menu Item She Ordered; Doubles Down By Blaming The Restaurant For Not Having Enough Menus In English

    American Tourist Complains Restaurant In Tokyo Gave Her The Menu Item She Ordered; Doubles Down By Blaming The Restaurant For Not Having Enough Menus In English

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    AtMostAFabulist
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't argue with stupid people. The will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience.

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    “Not Now Sweetie, Taylor Swift Is Playing My Song”

    “Not Now Sweetie, Taylor Swift Is Playing My Song”

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    The main character syndrome can also be mistaken for a similar term called main character energy. The latter has more positive connotations associated with the protagonist of a story, like confidence, charisma, and self-assurance. It’s a feeling of being in control of our own life story and embracing our uniqueness.

    #19

    How Dare An Uber Driver Not Know Who She Was! It’s Microaggression, I Tell Ya!

    How Dare An Uber Driver Not Know Who She Was! It’s Microaggression, I Tell Ya!

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    Test Tasting Soup Straight From The Ladle

    Test Tasting Soup Straight From The Ladle

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    Hannah Taylor
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Precisely why supermarkets have eliminated the self-service food areas like this.

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    How About You Try To Initiate A Conversation With Someone You Are Interested In Talking To?

    How About You Try To Initiate A Conversation With Someone You Are Interested In Talking To?

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    Show Thyself
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet that, if someone even talked to to them, there'd be a post like 'ugh we just wanted to enjoy the game. Why can't they leave us alone?'

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    Unlike the main character syndrome, it doesn’t mean to always seek the spotlight. It’s more about living with intention, loving yourself, and choosing things that represent your values and ambitions, even if it means standing out or going off the beaten path.

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    Your Armrest = My Footrest

    Your Armrest = My Footrest

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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why does this happen so commonly on flights? dear gods people, KEEP YOUR STINKY FEET TO YOURSELF

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    Larry Croft Is In Town, Ensuring Ai's Safety

    Larry Croft Is In Town, Ensuring Ai's Safety

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    People who have this so-called energy may run down a city street with everyone looking at them or dance in public without caring what others think. When in action, this can be a fun and dreamy way of dealing with the world. 

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    #27

    Imagine Being A Sh**ty Father And Posting About It Thinking People Will Agree With You

    Imagine Being A Sh**ty Father And Posting About It Thinking People Will Agree With You

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    “I’m Taking A Long Break At A Public Gym. Don’t You Start Using The Equipment I’m Not Done With Yet!”

    “I’m Taking A Long Break At A Public Gym. Don’t You Start Using The Equipment I’m Not Done With Yet!”

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    These People Used Books To “Reserve” Their Seats At The Resort And Then Just Never Showed Up

    These People Used Books To “Reserve” Their Seats At The Resort And Then Just Never Showed Up

    Wild how inconsiderate some people can be. Reserving lounge chairs early in the morning just in case they feel like going to the pool at some point.

    The box is mine from some fries I ordered.

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    How Dare People Stare At Me While I Take A Photo Of Them In Public!

    How Dare People Stare At Me While I Take A Photo Of Them In Public!

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    The Audacity Of This B

    The Audacity Of This B

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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As if there isn't even the slightest possibility of another disabled person needing to use that stall.

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    Saw A Car Actually Parked Like This In A Crowded Restaurant Parking Lot

    Saw A Car Actually Parked Like This In A Crowded Restaurant Parking Lot

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    My Neighbor (Apartments) Keeps Doing This Because She Doesn’t Want Anyone Parking Next To Her Car (She’s Not Disabled)

    My Neighbor (Apartments) Keeps Doing This Because She Doesn’t Want Anyone Parking Next To Her Car (She’s Not Disabled)

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    Expecting Literally Everyone Else But Yourself To Care For Your Children

    Expecting Literally Everyone Else But Yourself To Care For Your Children

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    Disney Adults Are Making His Brother's Wedding All About Themselves

    Disney Adults Are Making His Brother's Wedding All About Themselves

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    This Terrible Parker

    This Terrible Parker

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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    in such cases, one must zip tie a shopping cart to the car's handle to warn others of this menace to society :)

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    A Kingly Slumber

    A Kingly Slumber

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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It would certainly be a shame is somebody wanted to step over him but accidentally didn't step far enough...

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    People In My Neighborhood Bought Up 2 Houses And Now Use The Neighborhood As Their Private Truck Depot

    People In My Neighborhood Bought Up 2 Houses And Now Use The Neighborhood As Their Private Truck Depot

    They own at least 5 large trucks and leave em for entire weekends, alternate side parking days, etc.

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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Complain to the city. Preferably call or check the city website- may or may not be legal.

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    You're Not Jesus

    You're Not Jesus

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    Andrew Tate Says He Doesn't Sleep With Vaccinated Women

    Andrew Tate Says He Doesn't Sleep With Vaccinated Women

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    Went To A Concert Recently. This Was My View 80% Of The Time. I Literally Saw The Concert Through Other People’s Phones. Seriously, Try To Zoom In And See How Many Phones Are Up

    Went To A Concert Recently. This Was My View 80% Of The Time. I Literally Saw The Concert Through Other People’s Phones. Seriously, Try To Zoom In And See How Many Phones Are Up

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    #47

    Taking Up 4 Seats In A Very Crowded Airport

    Taking Up 4 Seats In A Very Crowded Airport

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    Flexing On Your Friend During Their Engagement

    Flexing On Your Friend During Their Engagement

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    I’ll Pull The Car Around

    I’ll Pull The Car Around

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    6 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, that is a lot of shopping and it's pissing it down... Although there ARE better ways to do this.

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    When You're Late To Your Nieces Talent Show

    When You're Late To Your Nieces Talent Show

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    This Isn’t A Parking Spot. This Is The Parking Lot Driving Lane

    This Isn’t A Parking Spot. This Is The Parking Lot Driving Lane

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    AtMostAFabulist
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But,, it's under the tree!! Surely you don't expect that person to park in the sun?!?

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    #54

    D-List Journalist Claims To Have Single-Handedly Launched Numerous Musicians' Careers

    D-List Journalist Claims To Have Single-Handedly Launched Numerous Musicians' Careers

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    Motivational Influencer

    Motivational Influencer

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    #56

    Boomer Angry He Doesn’t Get The “Pretty Side” Of His Neighbors New Fence

    Boomer Angry He Doesn’t Get The “Pretty Side” Of His Neighbors New Fence

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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They paid for the fence so stop being stupid. Just buy panels and cover it on your side perhaps.

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    #58

    Guy Posted This In A Sub For Pokémon Cards Cause He Was Mad No One Cared About His Loose Packs

    Guy Posted This In A Sub For Pokémon Cards Cause He Was Mad No One Cared About His Loose Packs

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    Pretty Cut A Dry Main Character

    Pretty Cut A Dry Main Character

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    It’s Ok, You Go Ahead And Take Up 4 Spots

    It’s Ok, You Go Ahead And Take Up 4 Spots

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