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50 Self-Absorbed People Who Believed Everything Revolves Around Them Got Exposed On The “I’m The Main Character” Online Group
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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#1
Someone Isn't Taking This Whole Wedding Thing Serious...
#2
This Little Rodent Trying To Be The Centre Of Attention
#3
You Ain't All That
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.
#4
Gas Is The Main Character Now
#5
There’s Always Two Sides To The Story…
Nadine Bamberger 2 years ago
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.
#6
Facepalm Moment For The “Ig Baddie”
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."
#7
I Mean...
#8
... So She Would Understand!!
#9
Main Character Moment Irl
indiecognition 2 years ago
Not just the main character, but the goodest. That pup deserves an entire streetcar!
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.
#10
Flexing Your Louis Vuitton Bag On The Rails That Transported Countless Jews To Their Death
#11
Perhaps An OG Main Character?
#12
What Can I Say
Kitty Xander 2 years ago
So now we can get into a Netflix series by sticking out your tongue and flexing your long red nails? Count me in!
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?
Nadine Bamberger 2 years ago
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.
#14
Your Parents Died? I’m Sorry But That Bothers Me
#15
MC Gets Called Out
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."
#16
Entitled Lady Ranting About Her Wedding
#17
Family Photo
#18
Can't Have The Same Top As Me
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.
"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
#20
No Words
BlackestDawn 2 years ago
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.
#21
Ironically She Is Doing The Same Terrible Things To Those Others
#22
Jackson Mahomes, Patrick Mahomes Brother, Tries To Destroy A Small Business Because They Didn’t Have Enough Seating For His Large Party
#23
Because What Else Could This TV Be Here For?
#24
Imagine....
#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
#26
Imagine Being Opressed By Ice Cream
Serial pacifist 2 years ago
Tell me about it. Ramadan is coming up and McDonald's still dares to advertise food!
#27
'smile' For My Friend's Suicide!
#28
Instagram “Model” At Her Dads Funeral
#29
I Need Decades Of Psychotherapy After Finding This Dudes Page
#30
Everyone Knows A First Class Ticket Makes You Better Than Everyone Else
#31
Cool Story, Bro. No Mention Of Your Kids Or Their Costumes? Halloween Fun? Oh Well
#32
Remember, If The Mc Dms You, You Better Respond
#33
When You Use Your Nanas Death As An Excuse To Show Off Your Tattoos
#34
Siblings Aren’t Even Real People
Saint Thomas 2 years ago
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.
#35
Imagine Backing Up Traffic For A Photo
Lolly 2 years ago (edited)
All those drivers must have insane patience. I couldn't have just sat there while she did that
Delgada 2 years ago
Well, you can't hear honking on a photo, so who can tell?
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Mazer 2 years ago
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 2 years ago
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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Roxy Eastland 2 years ago
Imagine being the first car in the line and knowing you can't just put your foot on the accelerator
cybermerlin2000 2 years ago
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
Melanie Rose 2 years ago
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!
M. A. McKnight 2 years ago
She'd look better as a two dimensional person. Which is what she'd be in my neighborhood...
Sue Bostrom 2 years ago
So sad that she is so mentally challenged that the entire town has to wait for her care giver to come and rescue her.
Ruth Scheidler 2 years ago
Did she lose some stupid BET?? Can't think of any other possibility that would make sense.
Cootie 2 years ago
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 2 years ago
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!
Mumofmonosters 2 years ago
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".
Klas Klättermus 2 years ago
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 2 years ago
Please continue to hit her at full speed. You will be doing a great service to the earth
Rick Hoppenbrouwer 2 years ago
This is one of those times when running a person over should be totally legal. And required.
#36
GF Posted Her New Giant Snails. The Reaction Of Someone She Doesn’t Even Talk To…
#37
Awkward For The Girls
#38
When Influencers Completely Ignore Signs In Nature And Then Proudly Brag About It To Hundreds Of Followers
Kitty Xander 2 years ago
This is just ignorance of the wildlife. Like, seriously!? The world doesn't revolve around you!
#39
I Don’t Know This Guy Well But I Don’t Think He’s Joking?
#40
Douche At 17 Years Of Age
#41
Persecution Complex Cringe
#42
A Christian Who Thinks They Are A Representative For All Christian People
#43
I Look Good In White, And That’s What Matters At Someone Else’s Wedding
#44
Logan Paul Expects The Only Ambulance In The City To Rehydrate Him Via Iv, So That He Can Enjoy Nye With His Friends
#45
“Everyone Should Be Just Like Me”
#46
I Was So Close To Forgetting About His Existence
#47
Call Them Thomas Edison Cause They Invented It
Denise Melek 2 years ago
In my mother language we say " the donkey names himself first"(- ME ...and Britney)
#48
Fake-A** Baby!
#49
"Now, If You Ask A Kid, They Want To Be Salt Bae"
Kitty Xander 2 years ago
Who is Salt Bae? Is he the guy who sprinkles salt over his forearm or something??
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chi-wei shen 2 years ago
I had to convince myself several times that this is not a collection of Onion articles.
Saxophone 2 years ago
I don't usually curse. I know this will be censored. (Maybe) But I have the urge. F**K! No reason. Just. F**k.
u W u 2 years ago
My class mate said this the other day : "calm the f*****g farm ding dongs" I gained respect for him that day.
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Patti Vance 2 years ago
i can't get over how many times i read about a bride going off with the justification statement "i've dreamed of this day since i was little". don't know about anyone else but i don't remember ever thinking about my wedding when i was little nor did any of my friends engage in discussion of this. what the hell happens to females between puberty and the time they become engaged?
Kristal 2 years ago (edited)
Probably a lot of #MeToo (said in a non-joking/sarcastic manner)
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Eulalie Grace 2 years ago
With the positive uses of social media - the few - this is the s#!t we get the most of.
Emiri-chan 2 years ago
When the animals try to take over the spotlight, it's cute. When humans do it, it's just self absorbed.
CeeJay 2 years ago
I know the 00s 90s 80s 70s etc... were not perfect but for crying out loud there has never been a generation that feels more entitled and that the world owes them something than this generation here and now! Greedy and selfish people! And before anyone says anything I'm in my 30s not a boomer.... I even won an award in 1992 when I wrote a report on climate change and saving the birds from oil spills! So no you are not the first generation to be WOKE. You just have a better platform to spread the message!
Shelley 2 years ago
Is this another example of narcissism, or is this satire? Having a hard time telling the difference…
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chi-wei shen 2 years ago
I had to convince myself several times that this is not a collection of Onion articles.
Saxophone 2 years ago
I don't usually curse. I know this will be censored. (Maybe) But I have the urge. F**K! No reason. Just. F**k.
u W u 2 years ago
My class mate said this the other day : "calm the f*****g farm ding dongs" I gained respect for him that day.
Load More Replies... Patti Vance 2 years ago
i can't get over how many times i read about a bride going off with the justification statement "i've dreamed of this day since i was little". don't know about anyone else but i don't remember ever thinking about my wedding when i was little nor did any of my friends engage in discussion of this. what the hell happens to females between puberty and the time they become engaged?
Kristal 2 years ago (edited)
Probably a lot of #MeToo (said in a non-joking/sarcastic manner)
Load More Replies... Eulalie Grace 2 years ago
With the positive uses of social media - the few - this is the s#!t we get the most of.
Emiri-chan 2 years ago
When the animals try to take over the spotlight, it's cute. When humans do it, it's just self absorbed.
CeeJay 2 years ago
I know the 00s 90s 80s 70s etc... were not perfect but for crying out loud there has never been a generation that feels more entitled and that the world owes them something than this generation here and now! Greedy and selfish people! And before anyone says anything I'm in my 30s not a boomer.... I even won an award in 1992 when I wrote a report on climate change and saving the birds from oil spills! So no you are not the first generation to be WOKE. You just have a better platform to spread the message!
Shelley 2 years ago
Is this another example of narcissism, or is this satire? Having a hard time telling the difference…
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