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It’s perfectly normal to focus on your own interests and goals in life. As they say, you have to be the hero of your own story. But that shouldn’t let you become so full of yourself, you genuinely start to believe the world revolves only around you. Unfortunately, there are far too many people who assume exactly that.

Thanks to the I’m The Main Character subreddit, we see their ridiculous behavior out in the open. With 283K members and counting, this community is dedicated to sharing "videos, pics, and screenshots of people who think they are the main character," and rightfully blasting them online.

From feeling the right to have a photoshoot virtually anywhere to constantly asking "do you know who I am", Bored Panda has selected some of the best posts that vividly illustrate just how entitled some people can be. So continue scrolling, upvote the ones you enjoyed shaming most and let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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Someone Isn't Taking This Whole Wedding Thing Serious...

Someone Isn't Taking This Whole Wedding Thing Serious...

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    This Little Rodent Trying To Be The Centre Of Attention

    This Little Rodent Trying To Be The Centre Of Attention

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    People who act like self-absorbed, entitled jerks whose life needs to be the center of everyone’s attention often possess the main character syndrome. It’s probably safe to say that nearly everyone has encountered a person like this — whether they're an aspiring artist, influencer, or simply were told they deserve more and are better than everyone else ever since they were a child.

    It’s important to note that the main character syndrome is not an actual condition. It’s rather a term that refers to someone who acts as if they’re the star in the movie about their life. And spotting such people is quite easy. They’re always at the center of drama and believe everyone from their manager to their neighbor is a villain or simply there to support their leading role.

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    #5

    There’s Always Two Sides To The Story…

    There’s Always Two Sides To The Story…

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    Nadine Bamberger
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's already borderline rude to interrupt his family outing and completely unacceptable to push his kids and then complain. Most celebrities are pretty cool when you ask them for selfies, but also please respect their privacy.

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    Facepalm Moment For The “Ig Baddie”

    Facepalm Moment For The “Ig Baddie”

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    Mazer
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awwww poor self absorbed jerk, I see this happen waaaaay too often. Makes me want to go up to the person and ask the same question and then when they say no, I want to reply…I’m nobody, just like you. Maybe one day

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    According to Phil Reed, Ph.D., a professor of psychology at Swansea University, the main character syndrome is a vague term that has more media and social media usage than scientific.

    "The term refers to a wide range of behaviors and thoughts, but, at root, it is when somebody presents, or imagines, themself as the lead in a sort of fictional version of their life (usually their own, although sometimes, disturbingly, somebody else’s), and presents that 'life' through social media."

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    ... So She Would Understand!!

    ... So She Would Understand!!

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    MiriPanda
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And that was like two weeks into the first lockdown... Bloody attention w****s...

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    #9

    Main Character Moment Irl

    Main Character Moment Irl

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    indiecognition
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not just the main character, but the goodest. That pup deserves an entire streetcar!

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    Sure, almost everyone showcases a slightly better version of themselves, especially online. Some folks engage in self-image manipulation because they feel the need to highlight their best and most memorable moments. At the same time, they tend to leave out the mundane. Usually, there are not that many things for people to promote and boast about in their daily routines. That’s why some come up with and share stories that would still make their life seem exciting.

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    Flexing Your Louis Vuitton Bag On The Rails That Transported Countless Jews To Their Death

    Flexing Your Louis Vuitton Bag On The Rails That Transported Countless Jews To Their Death

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    #11

    Perhaps An OG Main Character?

    Perhaps An OG Main Character?

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    #12

    What Can I Say

    What Can I Say

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    Kitty Xander
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So now we can get into a Netflix series by sticking out your tongue and flexing your long red nails? Count me in!

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    Reed argued that presenting different aspects of themselves in different situations and contexts to highlight aspects of their personality is entirely acceptable. "In fact, this may make social interactions easier and safer."

    But in contrast, "those with main character syndrome seem to want to be somebody else entirely. So, while almost everybody will self-present, to some extent, not everybody has main character syndrome."

    It turns out that such a mentality can come with a sense of entitlement. Well, no wonder why. These characters can be delusional about their reality and often present a false image of themselves, believing they somehow deserve our attention by simply uploading countless photos of themselves and sharing their thoughts online. "Digital communication platforms make it easier for people to fall into the trap of main character syndrome," the professor explained.

    #13

    Does This Count?

    Does This Count?

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    Nadine Bamberger
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She didn't have any personality traits and by the time of her final malfunction I've been calling her either "hey you" or "my ball and chains" for so long that I've forgotten her name.

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    Reed also mentioned it could be suggested that main character syndrome "shares traits with psychological problems, like narcissistic personality disorder, and any disorder involving delusions." While this might only be the case for a minority of people, "this type of fantasy can lead to behaviors that eventually mimic those seen in personality disorders" if it becomes too rooted in the person's mind.

    He continued: "Escape-maintained fantasy behaviors may also be a severe problem for those vulnerable to developing psychological issues, like anxiety and depression, and not just personality disorders."

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    Entitled Lady Ranting About Her Wedding

    Entitled Lady Ranting About Her Wedding

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    Carbonel
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please please please please please can we find out if she ended up eloping in a massive huff?

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    #18

    Can't Have The Same Top As Me

    Can't Have The Same Top As Me

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    Treating others like props and having the urge to always be at the center of everyone’s attention should never be justified. However, "some view main character syndrome as a form of empowerment — a way of reinventing oneself to take control". But Reed explained this could just add to the problems of that person.

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    "If somebody needs to reinvent themself, then there is more than likely something fundamentally wrong with their life and/or their living environment. Developing a digital fantasy-life is, at best, a distraction, that will fuel further problems, and prevent the person from addressing what needs to be addressed," the professor noted.

    #19

    Big Mc Vibes On This One

    Big Mc Vibes On This One

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    No Words

    No Words

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    BlackestDawn
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What happened to "happy wife, happy life"? I got turned into "happy spouse, happy house", as in the happiness of both partners matter, not just the females in marriages.

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    #21

    Ironically She Is Doing The Same Terrible Things To Those Others

    Ironically She Is Doing The Same Terrible Things To Those Others

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    #22

    Jackson Mahomes, Patrick Mahomes Brother, Tries To Destroy A Small Business Because They Didn’t Have Enough Seating For His Large Party

    Jackson Mahomes, Patrick Mahomes Brother, Tries To Destroy A Small Business Because They Didn’t Have Enough Seating For His Large Party

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    NsG
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have no idea who this idiot, or his brother are. But I would very much like to visit this establishment, wherever it is - the picture looks cosy.

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    #23

    Because What Else Could This TV Be Here For?

    Because What Else Could This TV Be Here For?

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    #25

    Babe Douche Thinks That Littering In A National Park And Endangering People And Animals Below Him Is Worthy Of A Photo Op Of Him Hitting Baseballs For Some Reason

    Babe Douche Thinks That Littering In A National Park And Endangering People And Animals Below Him Is Worthy Of A Photo Op Of Him Hitting Baseballs For Some Reason

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    #26

    Imagine Being Opressed By Ice Cream

    Imagine Being Opressed By Ice Cream

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    Serial pacifist
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell me about it. Ramadan is coming up and McDonald's still dares to advertise food!

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    #29

    I Need Decades Of Psychotherapy After Finding This Dudes Page

    I Need Decades Of Psychotherapy After Finding This Dudes Page

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    #30

    Everyone Knows A First Class Ticket Makes You Better Than Everyone Else

    Everyone Knows A First Class Ticket Makes You Better Than Everyone Else

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    #31

    Cool Story, Bro. No Mention Of Your Kids Or Their Costumes? Halloween Fun? Oh Well

    Cool Story, Bro. No Mention Of Your Kids Or Their Costumes? Halloween Fun? Oh Well

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    #32

    Remember, If The Mc Dms You, You Better Respond

    Remember, If The Mc Dms You, You Better Respond

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    Nathaniel
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, of course, everything about this makes him seem like a catch and we should all try harder for him.

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    #33

    When You Use Your Nanas Death As An Excuse To Show Off Your Tattoos

    When You Use Your Nanas Death As An Excuse To Show Off Your Tattoos

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    Siblings Aren’t Even Real People

    Siblings Aren’t Even Real People

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    Saint Thomas
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's called "sonder" : The profound feeling of realizing that everyone, including strangers passing in the street, has a life as complex as one's own, which they are constantly living despite one's personal lack of awareness of it.

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    Imagine Backing Up Traffic For A Photo

    Imagine Backing Up Traffic For A Photo

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    Lolly
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All those drivers must have insane patience. I couldn't have just sat there while she did that

    Mazer
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some moronic radio personality decided to pull an on the air live stunt, hired a limo and hair dresser, demanding the driver stop mid-span on the Oakland Bay bridge going into San Francisco one morning, in the middle of commute traffic. People were not amused. He apologized on air the next day but many people lost income, some lost their job because of his moronic behavior and sued him for damages, they all won. Same mentality

    Twit Hunch
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah, yes. "Mancow" Muller. Tried to claim it was "free speech." Moronic is the polite way to describe him. https://www.upi.com/Archives/1993/05/27/Radio-DJs-suspended-over-Bay-Bridge-stunt/1178738475200/ Years later, the broadcasting company had to pay $1.5 million to settle all those lawsuits, including paying half-a-million for free bridge tolls. Those wacky morning DJs! https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/3-free-days-on-Bay-Bridge-to-atone-for-DJ-haircut-3123363.php

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    Jules.
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd have jumped outta my car and ruined all her pics.

    fu yu
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why nobody got out and push this fool to the side of the road, I'll never know.

    Roxy Eastland
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine being the first car in the line and knowing you can't just put your foot on the accelerator

    germs
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There could have been cars in front of her and she just took the photo op.

    Baleygr
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hm. Benefit of the doubt? There COULD be a traffic jam in front of her too anyways and she just used it as a fun picture.

    cybermerlin2000
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Taken in the UK. I guarantee someone got out of their car and threw her into the bushes and then threw the kids toy on top of her

    EL Knur
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Put your car in first gear, and push her down the highway.

    Melanie Rose
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would've gotten out of my car and kicked that damn thing out from under her. People have no respect for other people anymore. All they care about is the perfect pic or video for a dumb social media platform. This is what is wrong with the world today!

    Mya Lugar
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about a shot of that greasy puddle on the road with that artsy yellow puddle through it

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    James
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And she probably had her left turn signal on the whole time!!!

    M. A. McKnight
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She'd look better as a two dimensional person. Which is what she'd be in my neighborhood...

    Sue Bostrom
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So sad that she is so mentally challenged that the entire town has to wait for her care giver to come and rescue her.

    Annie
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm surprised that the drivers didn't get out of their cars and have a lil talk with her!

    Leodavinci
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Without any additional information, I'd say this was staged.

    Ruth Scheidler
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did she lose some stupid BET?? Can't think of any other possibility that would make sense.

    Cootie
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How do you know the traffic back up isn't caused by something in front of her and she just took the opportunity - harmlessly - (unless you think the additional 20' matters). One thing I've noticed about people on BP is they jump to conclusion VERY easily. You simply don't know what is going on here - only what it looks like is going on here.

    Michael Sanders
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey let’s go outside and a take a pic of me in the street on my brothers toy car in my bedroom slippers. I’ll look like I have total disdain for life. What about cars? Oh fuuck them this is my moment!

    Expector
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only sad thing is, The photo doesn't even look good at all

    Mumofmonosters
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sure this was a story about when drive through McDonald's reopens. There were people who tried to go through the drive through on toy cars because mcds policy was they had to be in a "car".

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a shame photos can't show the sound of people laying on their horns and screaming at their windshields 😂

    Klas Klättermus
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have eco-terrorists glueing themselves to the streets several times the last couple of days in Sweden. At least this one is funny!

    1010011 1001110
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please continue to hit her at full speed. You will be doing a great service to the earth

    Rick Hoppenbrouwer
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is one of those times when running a person over should be totally legal. And required.

    XRaine
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    if I were a driver there, I probably would have laughed and taken a few photos myself. but maybe im just never in much of a rush lol

    Jods
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me, I’d just nudge her with my bumper. Or if that failed to shift her, I’d pretend I didn’t see her after flattening her.

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    GF Posted Her New Giant Snails. The Reaction Of Someone She Doesn’t Even Talk To…

    GF Posted Her New Giant Snails. The Reaction Of Someone She Doesn’t Even Talk To…

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    Awkward For The Girls

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    #38

    When Influencers Completely Ignore Signs In Nature And Then Proudly Brag About It To Hundreds Of Followers

    When Influencers Completely Ignore Signs In Nature And Then Proudly Brag About It To Hundreds Of Followers

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    Kitty Xander
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is just ignorance of the wildlife. Like, seriously!? The world doesn't revolve around you!

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    #39

    I Don’t Know This Guy Well But I Don’t Think He’s Joking?

    I Don’t Know This Guy Well But I Don’t Think He’s Joking?

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    #40

    Douche At 17 Years Of Age

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    Persecution Complex Cringe

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    A Christian Who Thinks They Are A Representative For All Christian People

    A Christian Who Thinks They Are A Representative For All Christian People

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    #43

    I Look Good In White, And That’s What Matters At Someone Else’s Wedding

    I Look Good In White, And That’s What Matters At Someone Else’s Wedding

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    Logan Paul Expects The Only Ambulance In The City To Rehydrate Him Via Iv, So That He Can Enjoy Nye With His Friends

    Logan Paul Expects The Only Ambulance In The City To Rehydrate Him Via Iv, So That He Can Enjoy Nye With His Friends

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    “Everyone Should Be Just Like Me”

    “Everyone Should Be Just Like Me”

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    JASH80
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    how dare you lose weight without consulting with your fans first?! We do not want to see you happy and healthy!! .. seriously, people..

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    #46

    I Was So Close To Forgetting About His Existence

    I Was So Close To Forgetting About His Existence

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    Carbonel
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, that’s it all solved then. I’m so glad Jake Paul decided this. Who is Jake Paul? (No need to answer. I very vaguely know and just. Don’t. Care.)

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    #47

    Call Them Thomas Edison Cause They Invented It

    Call Them Thomas Edison Cause They Invented It

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    Denise Melek
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In my mother language we say " the donkey names himself first"(- ME ...and Britney)

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    #49

    "Now, If You Ask A Kid, They Want To Be Salt Bae"

    "Now, If You Ask A Kid, They Want To Be Salt Bae"

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    Kitty Xander
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who is Salt Bae? Is he the guy who sprinkles salt over his forearm or something??

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    The Witch Detective

    The Witch Detective

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    Roxy Eastland
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is really common for the police. I get the feeling these people really think they're helping, so I can't regard as self-involved in the same way a lot of these posts are. Deluded, possibly.

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