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As creatures with the ability to recognize patterns, it should not come as a surprise that most of us start to piece together things that work and things that don’t. In common parlance, things that absolutely do not work are often called “red flags,” some sort of behavior or action that suggests that this person is likely to be unpleasant, immature or unlikeable.

Someone asked “26-30 year old's: What lifestyle choice is an instant red flag?” and netizens shared their examples. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorite examples and add your own thoughts in the comments below.

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#1

A worried woman holds her head, illustrating red flag lifestyle choices. A victim mentality. Everything is always someone else’s fault, and they never take accountability for anything.

urgeminimom26 , Curated Lifestyle / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

H R
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a super tough mentality to learn from.

Emilu
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That’s your fault it’s super tough. I was awesomely tough before you came along. /s

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Ravenkbh
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well It certainly can't be MY fault!

CP
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Technically it's true.

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My partner is like this, in businesses this quality is good, but it’s not so good in his social and private life 😂

person (i think)
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is it actually helpful in business? (Genuine question; it does track since we now have a president that is ‘never at fault’ (US))

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    #2

    Woman on a couch with a dog, enjoying a sunset. Lifestyle choices highlighted in a cozy setting. Anti-Vaxxers, people who refuse to spay/neuter their pets, Back Yard Breeders, only reading/listening to one sided new sources, people who believe there is only one true religion.

    mackenzie._.spence , Roberto Nickson / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    person (i think)
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know a “fun” lady who is so anti-vax that she won’t fix her dog because he has to get vaccinated before he gets fixed.

    A_UserHere
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet shell be renouncing her ways when she becomes a real zombies because her dog got rabies.

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    Child of the Stars
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My best friend's husband is a retired veterinarian. People who don't vaccinate their pets infuriate him like nothing else.

    Nimitz
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The number of f*****g morons I've known who bought an expensive dog "with papers" then refused to neuter/spay them because they think they'll make money breeding the animal. Then they always end up with a poorly trained animal they can't manage

    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *Cough* Measles *cough*

    Sonny
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    While I do not agree with not getting your pet fixed, I have some qualms with vaccines. We do not really know what we are putting into our and our pets bodies, and we just have to take someones word for it that it works. I have seen many people get the vaccine, yet still get the sickness they got vaccinated against. I beleive it should be a persons choice, not forced upon you. People claim to be pro-choice about things, yet get mad when people make choices about their bodies (unless it is about specifically what they want you to do) Im not trying to force my opinion on people, I just want to show a different side of the coin 😊

    Emilu
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sure, you have a choice. But when you have people dying of diseases that don’t need to be fatal (eg: recent measles outbreak) or stuff that was eradicated because of vaxxing years ago (eg: TB, whooping cough, polio), don’t cry about it. It was your choice; you live (or die) with it. Just hope the people dying aren’t people you care about. (General you, not you specifically, Sonny).

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    #3

    Person with coffee wearing a brown coat, holding a purse, illustrating lifestyle choices and potential red flags. I'm 27. The biggest red flag to me is when someone tries to live a life they cannot afford on their income.

    thekingdouglas223 , Musa Ortaç / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Sarah Belt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly for a lot of people that means buying food.

    Emilu
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And this is why donations are an amazing thing, although I get they’re so much harder to make with the cost of living nowadays.

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    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is considered a life they can’t afford on their income? Serious question. When I was healthier I worked hours that would let me buy designer bags (my weakness, judge me all you want) until my wardrobe filled up. I can’t now because my health has declined (and my wardrobe prolly doesn’t close. Oops). Less hours = less bag money. So does that mean that my still owning the bags I owned when I could indiscriminately buy them means I’m living beyond my means by OP’s judgement? Or do I escape their judgement because I had them before I ‘became poor’? (I am still fortunate to live comfortably, even without selling the bags I have). OP, if you ever read this… don’t judge until you know the facts. Just because you know what someone earns right now doesn’t mean jack in the scheme of things.

    TheMFKNXerdo
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This person knows things. Everybody judges, but almost nobody actually sees context.

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    Annabelle
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    8 months ago

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    #4

    Three people talking on outdoor stairs, displaying potential lifestyle red flags. Friends who cheat on their partner.

    tapinwithted , Lia Bekyan / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Bobert Robertson
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also a red flag to stay friends with someone who cheats. "What you permit you promote"

    Aelin Wildfire
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, that's what the post is saying: if they have friends who cheat, that's a red flag.

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    ORSOrama
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No way. How can you be friends with someone who has no respect for his own spouse/family? Do you really think this person respects you?

    #5

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Anyone that makes their political views their whole personality.

    thegaurilla , Clem Onojeghuo / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Mike F
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or bring that 💩 to work.

    CP
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Politics magically stops at the entrance to work? I don't understand this statement, almost everything involves politics.

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    Bobert Robertson
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So basically the USA is a red flag. All I hear is "typical leftist" or "they definitely voted Kamala" as if democrats and Republicans could never agree on anything and it's that black and white...

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    #6

    Person scrolling through Twitter on a smartphone, focusing on tweets. - Constantly involving other people in things that should be kept personal.
    - Airing dirty laundry on social media. It’s embarrassing 🤡
    I could go on for hours..

    maddylippmann , Marten Bjork / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Lila Allen
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Constantly posting about how perfect their life is... definitely not perfect

    CD Mills
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    About a decade ago I noticed a pattern on the book of faces, whenever a couple started posting overly dramatic "I have the best, most perfect Partner in the world' posts within a year they had split up. The couples that "share" a FB page are suspect too, I see that and I know with 99% of them it's because one of them don't trust the other. Those seem to crash out as well.

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    #7

    Man in a gym, staring at his reflection in the mirror, pondering lifestyle choices, surrounded by dumbbells. Thinking you're a superior human being because you exercise daily; eat healthy; don't watch TV; have a clean house; pursue expensive hobbies; don't drink or do dr**s; have a college degree; have a savings account; have zero debt....... Basically, garnering your self esteem through comparison to others 🚩

    oglovewitch , Anastase Maragos / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    veirdbuttrue
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This list certainly doesn't make this person superior but they have obviously made some good choices. I wish I had my s**t together like that. But to be honest, I don't know anyone who does.

    Ms.GB
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think most people that act superior for having everything on that list don't actually have everything on that list.

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    Karl der Große
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know some people who like to compare themselves to others, but I'm better than them.

    Tams21
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thinking you're a superior human being, period. Everyone is different and you never what people have gone through to get where they are.

    C .Hunger
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you have to p**s in someone else's Cheerios, you are not a happy person.

    Tiffany Sauter
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just saved this list as "goals".

    Earonn -
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The first 5 words are enough. That's a red flag right there.

    VNES101
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Welp, this person is most def superior to me LOL.

    karen snyder
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait, which side has self esteem issues from "comparison to others?" This is such a self-own it's hilarious. Like, "people who I think are better than me are red flags because I feel inadequate when I think that they think they are better than me." Please get some professional help.

    Earonn -
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's not what the text says, but hey, make up in your mind whatever you need to feel better about yourself, Karen.

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    #8

    Woman looking stressed while working on a laptop in a kitchen, illustrating a lifestyle choice red flag. Overworking to the point of burnout.

    _moetmimosas , Olena Kamenetska / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Dr Jimmy 03
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Been there. Learned enough from it to not repeat!

    Littlemiss
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep definitely. The job doesn't care if you drop dead, they'll have a new job listing within the week.

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    axnyslie
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For some not a red flag, just an unfortunate reality of life.

    Magenta Blu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As if was another choice for earning enough.. and not even then

    #9

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Anyone involved in a Pyramid Scheme.

    river.rose.o , Alexander Grey / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    CP
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The entire world is guilty due to capitalism.

    HF
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Luckily, all the pharaohs have died by now

    Peeka_Mimi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I no longer sell Avon but I miss it. I might go back to it just for fun.

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    #10

    Man napping on sofa with dog, illustrating lifestyle choices that scream "red flag". Unemployment when you’re perfectly capable of finding a job.

    digital_wendigo , Sandra Seitamaa / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    nunya bidness
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i was married to a financially a*****e misery. he controlled my salary. once i stopped working i refused to return to work, why work if i have no say in what happens to my salary. later found out he controlled all the finances so he could hide his "hobbies" i wasted 30 years of my life

    Cpt. Christan "Panda Bombero"
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Questions; Are you meaning someone who purposely choosing to stay unemployed? Which I would refer to a staying jobless. Or, are you referring to someone who chooses to collect unemployment payments that they are eligible for, while searching for a job, because they were let go from their previous employment. Because that is what I use the term "Unemployment" for.

    StrangeOne
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah. In Canada, we have Employment Insurance, which is what Americans would call Unemployment benefits, that can only be collected after being wrongfully dismissed or laid off, and you pay into it through your previous jobs. And then there's Employment Income Assistance, otherwise known as welfare, which is for those who are in a compromising situation that has rendered them temporarily unable to work. However, there's still an expectation to try, and prove you're trying to find work, childcare, etc. And then there's disability. Temporary disability is through EIA. Permanent disability has been moved to Manitoba People Living With Disabilities. (Okay, that's for MB, not sure what the other provinces have done with that.) I don't look down on anyone, unless they are committing fraud, which does happen. My British bf gets carers allowance and universal credit for taking care of his very disabled parents. The Redditors in the subreddit for long distance relationships would tell me that he's capable of working and should throw his parents in a care home. Well, someone is going to be paid to take care of his parents. It's either him, or the NHS. At least he knows his parents aren't being neglected and abused in his care. (sorry, got on a little rant.)

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    Mike F
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The dog seems to be doing OK with it, lol.

    ORSOrama
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just to vent: I have sad memories of when I was depressed and working was extremely hard, and I just wanted to stay home. I begun to work in factories when I was 14, and at a certain point when I was around 34 I just couldn't do it anymore. For everyone I was just lazy, and everyone was mean to me, until I fell on the floor one afternoon and have been taken to ER with ambulance. There I discovered there was something weird going on inside my head, had to go through brain surgery and after 3-4 years I begun to feel much better. But it is hard to forget what people said about me before.

    Emilu
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would be a dealbreaker for me. I don’t mind legitimate issues but if you’re taking the p**s, you’re out the door with a “thank you, see you never”. I knew someone who was waiting for that perfect job because she “had a degree and retail was below her”. Retail spiralled me to my current role in law and meanwhile, she continues to be a b*m-scraper on Jobseeker (welfare) because everything is “below her”. Don’t be like her.

    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My bad! Didn’t know ‘b u m’ was a swear word! 😳

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    #11

    Woman in heart-shaped glasses, applying lip gloss in a pink car. Lifestyle choices highlighted as "red flag". - When you still go out to party and "get wasted" more than 2x a week.
    - When you have abandoned a child and pretends you're a bachelor, single & free.
    - When you don't have savings and is still in between jobs or can't stay in a company/employer longer than 3 months
    - Can't clean or practice proper hygiene
    - Dr**s & Gambling
    - Likes to date 18 year olds because they're "fun"

    katerandio , Wesley Tingey / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    StrangeOne
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is oddly specific. Sounds like someone was hanging with Casey Anthony.

    Lyoness
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair not having savings isn't necessarily a red flag. A lot of people can't afford to save when they're living hand to mouth. Sometimes you need every buck for food or to make rent.

    Anne Young
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah but a person can go a long time w/o food so.

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    Charles McChristy
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More than 2x a week? More like 2x a year if that.

    g90814
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "get wasted" more than 2x a week. How about "get wasted" after you are out of college, or older than early 20s. Even then...

    David Houde
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, when I was 25 I dated an 18 year old for a while. And yes, it was a lot of fun. But it also got old pretty fast.

    #12

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Nails (this one a bit less), lash extensions, fillers, Botox, bbl etc.

    mordie1k , Levi Meir Clancy / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Susan
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know people do these to make themselves look "better" but it usually looks weird and gross

    Jaya
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How do you know? I recognize the people who've done it too extremely, but do I recognize all the ones who have done it in a subtle and beautiful way, for all I know I might only recognize it in 10% of the people who've done it.

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    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was gonna say there is a massive difference between getting your nails painted and Botox done to your face. It’s like chalk and cheese.

    StrangeOne
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why nails? Are they referring to extra long extensions? Or just any sort of nail care, with a reasonable length?

    Lyoness
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure what they mean but personally I find the super long pointy talons worrying. How do you function? Open a can? Type? Wipe? It just seems so impractical and unsanitary.

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    Ann Kapoxeet
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once it stops being so gendered, a way to judge women's beauty, ill be more accepting.

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    #13

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Having kids and only seeing them on holidays.

    girlsloveamanda , Irena Carpaccio / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Magenta Blu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they see the kids, because those parents are always looking for summer camps and such

    CP
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if they live far away and travel costs are too much.

    Charles McChristy
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...or not seeing them at all and paying no support because you spend all your money on your motorcycle and tattoos.

    StrangeOne
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would ask for context and more details. Sometimes it's the other parent alienating and keeping the kids from the other. This is where I just let it be not my business, and not my problem. Now, if spending time with kids had to be at a supervised visitation center, then I would high tail it out of the relationship.

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    #14

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Thirsting heavily over random people, making crude sexual comments about appearances. Signifies a lack of self control.

    katc.johnson , Devin Nelson / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Mike F
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Signifies lack of maturity and or situational awareness.

    Cpt. Christan "Panda Bombero"
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That photo, looks like a hotel in Austin, where I stayed at for an ESO Fure & EMS conference.

    #15

    Person holding a can of Monster Energy drink, a lifestyle choice often seen as a red flag. I’m a 31F. For me it was a 🚩when the 27y old guy I was dating told me that his breakfast every day was a Monster can. Every.Single.Day.

    sanji.a.hewson , Erik Mclean / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Peeka_Mimi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm 52yo and love Rockstar Energy for breakfast. How is that different than just having any other caffeinated beverage for breakfast?

    Scott Rackley
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My doc threatened me if I started drinking those again

    Johnnynatfan
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But I’m sure coffee would be just fine. 🙄

    turk
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As long as it's not loaded up with sugar, yes.

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    veirdbuttrue
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, that's not healthy. Full of sugar, full of caffeine

    Magenta Blu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's the difference between that and people who drink Starbucks coffees??? Sugar and caffeine. Both the exact same

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    CP
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Drinking coffee is somehow different?

    Bec
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I briefly dated a guy in college and went grocery shopping with him, bologna, hot dogs, and wine - that was what he lived off of. He was also type 1 diabetic.

    Melissa Nielsen
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hmmm, 64g carbs and 63g sugar not to mention all the other ingredients. Coffee and tea...zero calories.

    StrangeOne
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have to words for that diet: Kidney stones.

    Anne Young
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From you to words. And now words has a gift.

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    #16

    Grilled sausages and meats on a barbecue, showcasing lifestyle choices. Carnivore diets. Anyone who tries to tell you that fruit is unhealthy is lying to you (exceptions for diabetics because they need to monitor all sugar intake)

    itselliebb , Markus Spiske / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Dr Jimmy 03
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I identify as an Omnivore. Love me all kinds of meat, and I also love me all kinds of veg & fruit.

    Len Hill
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who would ever say fruit is unhealthy? I've never heard anyone say that

    StrangeOne
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone who calls fruit and veggies "rabbit food" and "food for pansies". Enjoy the scurvy.

    Mary Green
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Any diet that tells you not eat things that are healthy is not a good diet. Unless you're on a medical diet for a properly diagnosed medical condition.

    Anne Young
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Being dishonest. Not lying. Not the same thing.

    Earonn -
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially if they act as if eating meat was more "masculine". In fact, everyone who does X because "it's more manly". You all know the type. Eww.

    Sonny
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As Nate Bargatzke said: “Show me your fat fruit friends! Show me your friend who cant fit through a door because he is addicted to pineapples!” I think people are silly for saying that natural unprossesed foods are unhealthy. Humans are meant to be omnivores (in my opionion) Everyone is wanting to tell you something is unhealthy 🤣

    Re dacted (Ace)
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even diabetics won't tell you fruit is unhealthy. Natural sugar is far better for us than processed, especially when combined with the fibre that most fruit has.

    wayne whitson
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So you're "Vegan". I EAT MEAT Because All Those Cows "WERE EATING YOUR FOOD"!! So In Reality, "I'M SAVING YOUR LIFE".

    Lady Eowyn
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Humans are omnivores. There needs to be a balance between animal derived foods and plant derived food.

    Paulina
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omnivore means: can survive on either and both. Not that one NEEDS both.

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    #17

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” People who judge based off looks only. i have heard every excuse, but have seen people fall victim or become bullies to what they see, and they are happy with not gathering evidence before they come to a conclusion. THIS makes me wonder who is actually trying to be an adult in those situations?

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    Ms.GB
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's true though. The amount of people that you hear saying not to judge or body shame and then you hear make underhanded comments about ppl they see is disheartening when only their friends are listening because they think everyone else is gonna laugh.

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    Gaabriel Becket
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Didn't understand what this person was trying to say

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    #18

    Hands holding and examining a palm, symbolizing lifestyle choices considered as potential red flags. I’m too young for this but: any significant purposeful investment in any kind of “alternative medicine.” even chiropractic, to a degree. anyone who buys into it is either willfully ignorant to a disturbing degree or just genuinely unable to think for themselves.

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    Shawn Adams
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chiropractors are quacks! Very dangerous quacks. Playboy model died after a quack killed her "vertebral artery dissection, which is essentially the manipulation of the neck. It tore an artery leading to the brain." don't go to these idiots! https://abc7.com/katie-may-playboy-model-snapchat-instagram/1564102/

    Dr Jimmy 03
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chiropractic will not cure bacterial or viral illnesses, but it can help with Muscular-Skeletal problems. It's helped me.

    Lady Eowyn
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're lucky it didn't c*****e of k**l you. See the link in Shawn Adams's comment.

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    karen snyder
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dude, "Alternative medicine" is a pretty broad dismissal. And, very dependent on where you live. Example, I am a state licensed body worker, specializing in pain management. In North America, I'm *alternative medicine* in most of Europe, my work is covered as legitimate medicine. In Asia, herbal medicine is considered real medicine, in North America, Doctors discourage natural health in favor of pharmaceuticals. Is there snake oil out there? Well, yeah. But don't dismiss anything that isn't the big business of hospital medicine just because your for profit doctor isn't getting a kick back to recommend it.

    Anony Mouse
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In North America the quackery known as chiropractors are covered by insurance. In India they teach Ayurveda and homeopathy in medical schools. It doesn’t make it any more scientifically sound. It’s still quackery with zero science behind it.

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    RomanceRadish
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chiropractic by a licensed qualified doctor is legitimate care and helps many people.

    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dunno where you live but chiropractors are definitely NEVER licensed doctors where I live, because a licensed doctor would never put their name to that s**t.

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    Zann
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Disagree..my total life comfort is because of a chiropractor, there are good and bad, same as gps some good some really dangerous..

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    #19

    Man multitasking with phones at a cluttered desk, writing notes, symbolizing lifestyle red flags. Smoking cigarettes, being sedentary most days, not eating fruits and vegetables and drinking alcohol frequently.

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    Carrie B
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    😬 I need to make changes.

    Re dacted (Ace)
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stopped smoking. Eat more fruit and vege than anything else, and I don't drink... You'll take being lazy from my cold dead hands.

    The_Nicest_Misanthrope
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't see how smoking is a red flag, but ok

    Mike F
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same with drinking alcohol. I can smell the alcohol from several feet away and it's just not an attractive smell.

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    #20

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Vaping.

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    Huddo's sister
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you are legitimately using it to get off cigarettes and then stopping, good on you. If not, it's just another a*******n that isn't doing you any good.

    turk
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought the word you menat was "affectation", and was wondering why that was censored...but now I get it.

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    Jane Jayne Jain Jeign Jein
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think a lot of people who vape are so much more antisocial than smokers. That stuff really stinks and it is not OK that every single outside space ( and even some indoor spaces) now regularly reek of this disgusting stuff. It is so much more pervasive than cigarette smoke.

    StrangeOne
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't smell it as heavily as cigarette smoke and it doesn't start up my asthma when I'm near vapers. But I do still worry about the chemicals in the vape smog. I'm glad it's being treated the same as cigarettes by only allowing vapes in designated smoking areas. People still try to get away with it.

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    CP
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A red flag for what? What does vaping say about a person?

    Re dacted (Ace)
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That we got addicted to something, some of us as children, which obviously makes us terrible people.

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    ORSOrama
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Smoking is one of the stupidest things I have done in my life, I didn't even understand how depressed I was back then. Vapes made it so much easier to quit smoking. Now I have my vapes on my desk, sometimes buy fluids and they get old before I vape them off

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    #21

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Being obsessed with dating instead of chilling out and letting things happen naturally.

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    CP
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is obsessed with not being lonely. There is a difference.

    Earonn -
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One day OP will be old enough to realise that potential partners aren't flocking around in droves anymore and you will have to invest into dating if you want to find someone. Until then, leave them to their sweet, innocent judgement.

    Nota Robot
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Back in the previous millennium when I was in my twenties, you'd have people obsessed with a 'five year plan'. Yeah, that was a red flag to me. Not because they wanted commitment, but because of the timeline. I'm more of a laissez faire kind of person.

    Susan
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Teens today definitely need to refocus in the department, probably due to the media they absorb. Way to many teens are hyper focused on dating (or hooking up) instead of just having fun with friends.

    Mike F
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This could be something mentally brought about.

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    #22

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Talking about high school/college friends/parties and constantly trying to re-live their “golden years” instead of striving forward.

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    #23

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Depend on someone for your happiness.

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    ROSESARERED
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most people will do this at one time or another...don't punish yourself if it's you...call it a learning moment. No one will ever be able to make you completely happy, that something you have to do...find yourself, your joys, hates, dreams, sorrow, good and bad...don't give up who you are to be happy with someone else...you will be miserable.

    Mimi M
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just think we're designed to become insane for a period of our lives so that we will procreate.

    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s sad, but some people do it. I’m sure lots of people know the acquaintance that changes as soon as they’re ’with someone’ and then if that goes south, they need your attention cos they’re lonely etc.

    #24

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Starting a business with zero thought or plan 💯💯

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    StrangeOne
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got into an argument with someone on Facebook on a video I saw on my feed. Something to do about what wealthy people do that poor people don't, or some bs like that. One of the points was "don't have a job. Work for yourself" I mentioned how unrealistic that is and someone replied how "easy it is to start a business and work for yourself" and "you don't need money to start a business." There are people out there actually encouraging others to make brash decisions like that.

    #25

    People having takeout fried chicken and fries at a wooden table, with a laptop nearby, illustrating lifestyle red flags. You don’t eat vegetables or fruit, you don’t drink water and you don’t exercise. 🚩🚩🚩🚩🚩 just waiting to die ain’t it?

    totesjas , Jordan González / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    g90814
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please don't ever get depressed.

    Magenta Blu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many people just cant afford it

    Lila Allen
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't afford what? This isn't suggesting you eat perfectly just that you need to eat fruit, drink water, and take a walk. None of those are expensive

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    Earonn -
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Exercise" is such a wonderful fuzzy word, isn't it? It can mean: walk 15 minutes to work every day, or it can mean: be a gym rat. Nobody doesn't eat any vegetables or fruit, because that'd k**l you. In general I'd rather judge people by their character, not if they live a healthy life up to my standards. And why would that be a 'red flag'?

    Anne Young
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You don't know what I don't do.

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    #26

    Cluttered kitchen counter with dishes and condiments, highlighting lifestyle choices that scream red flag. People who can’t keep their house / apartment clean.

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    Huddo's sister
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For me it depends what level of clean. Like if there is food/crumbs left out it is a worry. Not everyone can keep a place spotless though, especially if they are working full time and/or have a disability or mental health issues. As long as it is not making them and/or others sick or injuring them, I think there is some leeway.

    Lila Allen
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I totally agree. I mean as long as it's reasonably clean and functional I think it should be fine. Some people are tidier and more minimalist than others.

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    g90814
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't ever get depressed.

    ROSESARERED
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As someone with depression ... sorry, bit as much as I can try, somedays just getting out of bed is exhausting. Don't judge someone unless you know their story, and if the trust you enough to tell you love them where they are at

    StrangeOne
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My now-ex, I should have ran out the day I saw his room. His parents house was not exactly pristine and organized. Their coffee table and every other table, was covered in paper, magazines, books, envelopes, you name it. Their floor was at least clear. The kitchen only smelled a bit mildewy. But his room, you couldn't see the floor. The junk was at bed level. I never saw a pest, miraculously. He had a wicked sound system set up, though, with subs. But never again would I be with someone who makes someone else clean for him.

    Erica J
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or don't. My sister never cleans her house. She always says "She doesn't have time". She DOES. She gets off work any where between 3-5 and doesn't go to bed until 7 or 8. And only once in a blue moon works weekends.

    Zaach
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's why I hire it done

    Magenta Blu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Single people. Because families with small children simply don't have enough time for cleaning 24/7

    Lady Eowyn
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The house I grew up in - 2 parents, 3 kids - was clean. Sometimes messy, never dirty. And the houses of my friends were never dirty.

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    #27

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Still being in college... and has been since he was 18, full-time without any semesters off, and hasn't finished a single degree yet.

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    Susan
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish I could do this. I love learning and loved the huge variety of college classes available. If I didn't have to work for a living and had unlimited funds to pay for it I would be constantly taking new classes just for the fun of it.

    Rinso The Red
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I considered becoming a professor for just that reason. College was first place I felt like I actually thrived.

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    Mike F
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's what we used to call "a professional student". If that's the track they find themselves BFD. They'll settle on something eventually. Sounds like the OP has an axe to grind with a specific individual.

    Lila Allen
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right?!? I mean if they are able to do this...more power to them. They are learning and I'm not sure how that's framed as a bad thing.

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    Lady Eowyn
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Needs more context. Money involved? How old is he now? Does he keep switching majors?

    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, and how old is he? What is he struggling with? Are we talking about Van Wilder?

    Emilu
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This isn’t quite me in that I didn’t start at 18, but health issues have been a huge issue in me completing my degree. It’s hard to complete a subject when you miss several assignments in a semester because you’re in hospital with doctors thinking you’re on your last legs. All I can say is “have some compassion” to people who think these people are just slacking. It may be the case, but it’s not always.

    Nimitz
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a roommate who kept taking, and failing, a Native American studies course. It was a decentralized course with only about 30 minutes of in-person class time a week. He would re-take it, a Cree language course, and nature studies for about $600 total per semester. Dude was in university for 7 years and had no degree and wasn't close to his bachelor's degree. To this day I don't understand how he wasn't kicked out of school. He just sat at home playing League of Legends, Overwatch, and Fortnite all fukcing day long

    #28

    Person using a credit card at a payment terminal, illustrating lifestyle choices and red flags. Constantly putting everything on credit.

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    Boris Long-Johnson
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is missing some context, I think. Constantly putting everything on credit when you can’t afford to pay it off might be a better statement. I put everything I possibly can on my credit card and pay it off at the end of the month. I’ve not paid a card fee or interest for at least 20 years. I’ve also not had to pay for an awful lot of hire cars and hotels because of air miles.

    Susan
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! Responsible card use. I put everything, including a lot of my bills on mine, pay it off with no interest, and get to enjoy the perks of all the points I've earned like free vacations every year.

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    turk
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ever heard of Airline Miles?

    Mike F
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a relative who does that. They pay for every purchase on a CC, and there's added benefits to that approach. The $ stays in an interest bearing account until time to pay the bill, and the airline miles.

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    g90814
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Credit isn't bad, if you know how to use it properly.

    Barong
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I put everything on credit and immediately pay it off.. I get cash back that I otherwise wouldn’t. I don’t pay interest because I don’t leave a balance on the card. Nothing wrong cards if you use credit responsibly.

    Huddo's sister
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really struggle to understand people who use credit all the time, though I know it's a bit of a different system in the US to Australia. I don't even own a credit card.

    Boris Long-Johnson
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    UK here so can’t comment about Australia or the United States but you get a lot more protection buying goods on credit card In case of problems and you get kickbacks with the right card such as air miles et cetera that you can use on various things. All paid for by the people who don’t do it/don’t pay things off.

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    Ruth Watry
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do that for points, and then pay the card off at the end of the month

    Ruth Watry
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I put everything on credit card, earn a huge amount of airline miles, and pay my card off at the end of the month

    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As what others have said, credit can be a boon if you know how to use it properly.

    Zaach
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I put everything on my CC and have my account set to pay balance in full when it is due

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    #29

    Couple lounging in bed, embracing lifestyle choices, with tattoos visible, suggesting potential relationship red flag. Non-monogamy.

    soydanielrengifo , Claudia Love / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Nota Robot
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not for me, but provided everyone involved is consenting and on an equal footing I'm not judging.

    karen snyder
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    Yeah, sure, cause monogamous relationships are all so very "green flag" healthy. Don't knock it just cause you can't handle it.

    Magenta Blu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And multiple sexual partners and promiscuity is healthier???

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    Jaya
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What nonsense. Polyamorous relationships can also be very healthy, it all depends on how you do it. If both partners really want it, it can work great, those relationships often have way more open and honest communication than the average relationship.

    BlameTheGame
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This seems like a personal ick rather than a general red flag. Its definitely not for everyone, but people have their own lifestyles.

    axnyslie
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a personal choice really. Personally I feel humans are not monogamous by nature, which is why cheating is so rampant in our society. Religious puritans push the whole sanctimony of monogamous relationships, whether it works or not.

    Lyoness
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, whatever works for the people involved. If it's ethical non monogamy and no one was pressured into it then by all means, go for it. NOOB.

    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is this a terrible thing? I agree it’s not my thing personally, but if everyone is happy, then let them be happy. I’d rather a couple be happily poly than a party cheating on another and ruining their family etc.

    CP
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Red Flag: you must be with only me for the rest of your earthly days. That sounds a bit nuts if you think about it. Be mature, have some confidence, and realize s*x does not equal love. People needlessly put s*x on a pedestal.

    Anne Young
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's called 'polygamy' stupid.

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    #30

    Long distance relationships😩 5 years of my damn life down the drain for nothing.

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    FreeTheUnicorn
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If anything LDR gives you more time. If you wasted five years of your life when your partner wasnt even there to distract you, that completely on you.

    Littlemiss
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not all long distance relationships turn to crud. Mine thankfully worked out.

    CP
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No time is a waste if you learn from it.

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    #31

    A couple dancing closely under colorful lights, illustrating lifestyle choices and red flags. Ever engaged in hook up culture/ lack of commitment to anything but themselves.

    itsdee_303 , Simon Kessler / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    CP
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Ever engaged", that seems a bit authoritarian. Is there something morally wrong with hooking up?

    Earonn -
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To me judging others for having s*x in a way that hurts no one is a much bigger red flag than just enjoying s*x, tbh. Can't stand these purity chaps. Stay a virgin, I'm happy for you if that's your thing, but don't try to force it on other people.

    Magenta Blu
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    That's how normal behavior is actually perceived everywhere. Commitment, and relationships are ancient words and forgotten customms that no one knows their meaning

    Lady Eowyn
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here you go again. That is not normal. Commitment and relationships are real, not "forgotten customs." You need to stop judging everyone by your pathetic standards. I used to have sympathy for your apparent hard life, but the more you comment, the more it seems like you just like to wallow in misery and blame everybody in the known universe except yourself.

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    #32

    Financing a new luxury car.

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    Brian Droste
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you can afford it, I see nothing wrong with that, but if you can't afford it, then there is a problem.

    Zaach
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think you were thinking that it should be a cash transaction?

    #33

    People entering a voting location, with "Vote Here District #12" signs outside, highlighting potential lifestyle red flags. Supporting not-progressive political parties (republicans in the USA, conservatives in Canada).

    megan_early , Ernie Journeys / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Nimitz
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Canadian traitors rallying behind Little PP hoping that no one will notice him and Danielle Smith are trying to sell Alberta to the US...

    Xiang the lie slayer
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    8 months ago

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    Poor liberal can't stand to have her views challenged. If you are so confident you are right, you would not be afraid of different opinions.

    RedHairedDragon
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone should be afraid of different opinions, if they have real life repercussions. When the "opinions" of others makes it impossible for me to get access to food, water, educations and health care, then that is really scary. People that claim that "it's just an opinion" refuse to take accountability for their actions.

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    #34

    Hands holding a burger with fries, displaying lifestyle red flags through unhealthy eating habits. Eating out constantly and unable to cook for yourself, tipping 20% when you’re earning just as less as the employee, not learning basic chores, victim mentality in every situation.

    toxiicandy , Yunus Tuğ / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

    Peeka_Mimi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's wrong with tipping if you're poor? Just because I'm poor doesn't mean I don't have class and having money can't buy you class.

    Huddo's sister
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm hoping they mean just if you haven't budgeted it/can't afford it, though I don't live in a culture that tips, so I'm not sure.

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    Lady Eowyn
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Earning just as little, not just as less.

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    #35

    Pouring soda into a glass, highlighting lifestyle choices and potential red flags. Drinking soda for breakfast.

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    CP
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People are weird about when you can have certain foods and I am pretty sure your body doesn't care al that much. Have a donut for breakfast and not soda!?!?!

    #36

    Going to every single rave.

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    #37

    Ordering out every night.

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    #38

    Person gaming intensely with headphones in a dimly lit room, highlighting lifestyle choices. For us men I think when your primary past time is like video games. I like video games but I rarely have time for them. For women, doom scrolling TikTok while trying to maintain a conversation.

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    RedHairedDragon
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    After my workday and after my family has gone to bed it leaves me around 1,5 -2 hours every day to play video games. Usually I play an hour before going to bed, since I have a newborn that I take care of during the night.

    Mike F
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Overdoing anything is potentially dangerous.

    turk
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I work shift work, and sometimes, depending on my shift, my wife is asleep when I get home (understandably). So, I might game for a few hours because it's night and I'm awake. Might even have a few beers...the horror!

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    #39

    Three friends sitting on orange bars outdoors at night, laughing and showcasing carefree lifestyle choices. The "let's just live the present and let it flow" lifestyle.

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    Mike F
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like, let young folks be young. Obviously not to the exclusion of their responsibilities, but d**n, you are only young once. It sure beats the 💩 out of deciding at 40 something that you need to do what you didn't/couldn't while young and bailing on a family to do it.

    Zaach
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have aphantasia and SDAP (severely deficient autobiographical memory) - I am 76 and live in an eternal now

    #40

    Pregnant woman in patterned dress holding her belly, standing near a window, highlighting lifestyle choices and red flags. Getting a woman pregnant in an unstable relationship and no financial situation.

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    G A
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Takes two to tango....

    FreeTheUnicorn
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hetero s*x usually has a risk of pregnancy. Is this a complaint about the s*x, the birth control or the bank account? Because it just sounds like poor is a red flag.

    #41

    Having a mini bar in every room.

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    Barong
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The mini bar shower caddy

    Lila Allen
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Explain why this is a waste

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    #42

    Any addiction.

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    Mike F
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's easy to point a finger. Nearly EVERYONE has something going on that someone would call an addi©tion.

    Susan
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True, there are some "addicti0ns" that are considered healthy. Like reading books or working out. But it's likely that's not what the OP meant.

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    CP
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This person hates humans.

    Lila Allen
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this seriously underestimates how many people become addicts involuntarily. The largest segment of addicts are people who started with legitimate painkillers for an injury and became addicted to those painkillers or underage kids who just don't have the frontal brain development to recognize danger or long term consequences the way an adult would.

    #43

    No goals, no will to improve your situation, lack of self care.

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    Wintermute
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if you're situation doesn't need improved and you've met all your goals? Constant dissatisfaction and perpetual grind are not the virtues our society pretends they are... You should definitely shower tho.

    #44

    “5 Years Of My Life Down The Drain For Nothing”: Lifestyle Choices That Scream “Red Flag” Only fans.

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    RedHairedDragon
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I only know only fans from memes and news stories, but the sexual content on only fans is only a part of what they offer, right?

    Barong
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure but the idea of people paying for it and people claiming to make a lot of money from it seems odd these days when so so much p0rn is free.

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    #45

    Woman in a van looking at a scenic mountain view, symbolizing lifestyle choices and potential red flags. Living in a van.

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    Magenta Blu
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well..better than van than homeless, right?

    Susan
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Idk, a guy that I went to high school with was always getting in trouble, as a teen and an adult. Getting fired, cheated on, doing every d**g there is and drinking. At 40+ he's now happy driving around the Pacific coast with his girlfriend living in a van. He still smokes pot but it's legal there. I met up with him when I was in the area couple years ago and he's so much happier now than he ever was before when he was trying to live conventionally. To each their own.

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    #47

    The freeloader. No car, no job, no ambition. Or the tech- addict. I spend most my time at home and don’t travel anymore, but I’ve got lots of animals that I care for and observe. Exotic animal husbandry and observation have become my preferred hobby. I don’t even have Wi-Fi or a tv in my house 😅 I’m not saying being anything different than me is a red flag but, you gotta have a hobby that’s not gluing you to technology.

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    RedHairedDragon
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This person sounds like a red flag to me

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    #48

    Group of people partying under neon lights, potentially highlighting lifestyle red flags. Partying every weekend 😬

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    #49

    Starving artist.

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    #50

    Using Snapchat daily.

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    #51

    Being a rapper.

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    Barong
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure why this is a red flag. Not all wrappers have the same lifestyle or viewpoints. Just as all heavy metal artists are angry, folk singers are potheads, or CW singers are rednecks that live in a small town whose truck broke down and whose dog ran away.

    #52

    A woman lovingly cradling a newborn, highlighting lifestyle choices and potential red flags. Still wanting to have kids. I said what I said.

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    FreeTheUnicorn
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This got a lot of down votes, but if you aren't on the same page about kids, it should absolutely be a red flag.

    StrangeOne
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For me, this is the ultimate red flag, especially when I explain I cannot have anymore kids, and wouldn't want more if I could. Sorry, this bakery has gone into biological foreclosure.

    #53

    Exploiting the authentic identity of others for social gratification. Obsessed with social media exploitation. Phone addiction.

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    Scott Rackley
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read the first sentence as "don't virtue signal". The second I got nada. Third is obvious.

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    #54

    Laziness.

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    #55

    One who refuses to get outside their comfort zone for growth.

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    Rinso The Red
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who try to push me out of my comfort zone. Make a space, don't push

    #56

    An unquestioning approach to consumerism, and the oppressive systems (colonialism, capitalism, ecological violence, patriarchy, etc) that we all live within.

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    #57

    Person writing calculations in a notebook with a calculator nearby, illustrating lifestyle choices. Saving absolutely all of your money for “retirement” and never getting at least a little tiny treat like bro i don’t even want to live until the age when people usually retire.

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    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The "live fast, die young" mentality is a huge red flag.

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    #58

    Resistant to change, tends to abandon tasks easily, and lacks assertiveness in pursuing growth.

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    #59

    Being a hedonist.

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    FreeTheUnicorn
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah yes, who would want a partner that was interested in sensual pleasure? I'd much prefer a hedonist to an acetic/renunciate.

    #60

    Still being part of a big family where they treat you as powerless because you’re considered younger.

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    #61

    Friends eating pizza together, capturing a moment, highlighting lifestyle choices and potential red flags. Honestly roomates 🤮 if youre a grown man how tf do you expect to date a girl & have her take you seriously if youre living a dirty bro bachelor life style. Sorry i dont wanna have a sleep over with Kyle & Zach! Also too involved with the family. Soundcloud rappers. No desire to leave their hometown. Etc.

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    SkyyCaramba
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, I want roommates, but that's cuz the economy is s**t. tbh as long as every one isn't nasty i'd be okay with it

    Mike F
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right, no sleepovers with Kyle and Zach but it's perfectly OK with Brittney and Kaylee?

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    JacPot
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a lot going on here, most of which I agree with, but being too involved with your family is a red flag?

    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is a very privileged idealism to have in this economy.

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    #62

    Buying a harley.

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    Brian Droste
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is wrong buying a Harley?

    turk
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing, if it's what you need for your midlife crisis.

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    #63

    Skiing more than once a month.

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    Brian Droste
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's wrong with skiing more than once a month?

    FreeTheUnicorn
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I guess it's good news for those with my body type that someone hates athletic people who make time for fitness and time outdoors, but seriously,, the people who ski and cycle to work are always the office hotties.

    #64

    Wanting your steak, boiled eggs, or pasta well done.

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    General Anaesthesia
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Red flag? Really? Control freaky vapid.

    Dilly Millandry
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Food police types!! Let people eat things how they want! I'd never choose steak for a meal in the first place, not much of a meat eater, but I don't care if people want it rare or cremated, it's their meal and their choice.

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    #65

    Not having at least 1 plant. If your place doesn't have a single window, then fine. But if I walk in and there's not 1 plant or at least a dead plant so ik u tried, im leaving.

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    General Anaesthesia
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So you want plants to die proving I tried? Your next post: "dead plants, throw them away!"

    turk
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My cats eat them and puke on the floor.

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    #66

    Man laughing on a couch with fast food, highlighting lifestyle red flags. Gaining weight.

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    Peeka_Mimi
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WHAT?? People gain weight for any number of reasons. Being judgemental is my red flag.

    Child of the Stars
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope OP remembers this comment when they hit middle age.

    #67

    Waking up late. But it’s not a red flag to other people, rather red flag for you to reconsider you life choices.

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    G A
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Judgemental emphasis on the mental

    Brian Droste
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could depend on your work schedule and when you get to bed. Example. If you work 2nd shift and longer out until 11 tak3s 20 mons to get home. Then take a shower, get a little bit to eat, maybe watch a little bit if tv. Go to bed 1 am. Don't get up until 10. I would say that is reasonable.

    Child of the Stars
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I work nights. My sleep schedule is 9am-6pm. This person would hate me 😂

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    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I'm waking up later in the day, it's because it's my day off and I have the freedom to do so, without the panic of rushing off to work. Let people sleep.

    #68

    For me it would be travelling to somewhere every weekend, it just shows that you cant put out roots ans settle and thats a red flag (note: I live in Europe).

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    G A
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ridiculously stupid comment.

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