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Some rules exist because they had to be implemented. Like the speed limit or legal drinking age. Meanwhile, some rules have backfired big time and made the people who implemented them regret their decision. Check out our previous post about such instances right here.

But there are rules that need no introduction. They’re not documented in books nor authorized by law, and still, they govern our daily lives. This simple “common sense” is also known as “unwritten rules” and they refer to common behavioral constraints we all take for granted.

Things like not swiping sideways if someone shows a picture on their phone, or never making fun of someone else’s laugh. Sounds random, but people swear by it! Scroll down below for more unspoken rules listed by people online.

#1

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Never ever make fun of someone who is overweight at the gym.

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

Never make fun of someone who is overweight, period. Oh wait, let me rephrase that: Never make fun of someone, period!

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50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If someone comes up to you that you don't know starts loudly talking about being your friend you play along

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50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If you're wrong, admit it.

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

So much this. This needs to be higher on the list. Being wrong and learning is a part of personal growth. Even if I am in a heated debate with someone and arguing my point and it all of a sudden dawns on me that they are right, I will immediately concede. Always good to be moldable, being rigid doesn't do anyone any good.

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50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” You having a bad day doesn't mean that you have to ruin other people's day.

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

I used to have to remind my daughter frequently not to take her bad mood out on me. It was quite effective because she would then explain what was bothering her and then she felt less grumpy.

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#5

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't play your music out loud when in public.

For example: While walking down the street or sitting on a bus one should not be blasting music on their personal device. Buy a pair of damn headphones.

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

The people who do that have, in addition, an unfortunate tendency to have shitty taste in music. Just sayin'

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#6

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Always let people out before walking in. This applies to elevators, trains, or anything similar.

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

I have never understood why this simple concept is evidently so difficult for so many people...

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50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If someone is giving you a ride, be ready before the person arrives to pick you up.

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

Manners cost nothing... Although I do realize for those with ADHD this can be a monumental task most days.

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#8

When driving and someone lets you into the traffic stream, be sure to do the "Thank You Wave."

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#9

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't wear white to a wedding, and don't propose at someone's wedding. I'm sure this sucks to hear, but that is not your day. Don't be a d*ck.

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

I agree! Don't steal the spotlight away from someone else's special day.

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#10

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” When I show you a singular picture on my phone, don't ever try to swipe left or right.

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#11

Dont hit on women when they're at work. They're not flirting, theyre just being nice, it's their job.

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#12

If someone holds a door open for you, then please acknowledge them or say thank you. I'm not your servant.

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

This may may be trivial, but also don’t hold the door open because of gender. Do it to be kind.

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#13

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Be the person your dog thinks you are.

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

I can try, but I am unsure if I can accomplish that level of awesomeness. LOL

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#15

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Pay people back before they have to ask you to.

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#16

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't [frigging] cheat on your SO. It's not cool. If you wanna f**k someone else, break up with your SO first instead of being a secretive c**t.

Happens way too often.

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#17

For the love of God, just return the shopping cart when you’re done with it

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#18

If you're walking side by side on a sidewalk and someone comes towards you, f**king make room.

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#20

Don't touch me or stand so close to me that I can feel you breathing if I don't know you!

Seems so simple, but so many people are disrespectful of personal space.

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

Two years of a global pandemic and yet some people still have no concept of personal space.

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#21

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Be patient with the elderly unless they're being [jerks]

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

How about just be patient with everyone unless they're being jerks.

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#22

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If you borrow a friend's car, fill up the tank when returning it as a thank you.

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

I lent someone by motorcycle and he almost depleted my fuel when he brought it back. I didn't bother to check and I got stranded when I was going home. I was so livid. 😡😡😡😡

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#24

Life isn't fair and thank goodness - imagine the horror of knowing that every bad thing that happened to you happened because you deserved it.

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

This is a wonderful viewpoint and I think I am going to steal it to send to my 21 year old son. I wish I actually read this sooner.

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#25

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't bother someone with headphones in unless it's important. They have headphones in for a reason.

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#26

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Maintain personal hygiene regularly

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#27

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” For women: always have an extra pad or tampon on you. You never know when another woman might desperately need it. You may not like her, but this is your one exception to be nice. We've all been there.

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#28

Always say please and thank you. Good to do it until it becomes second nature. Most people know this, but not everyone does it.

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#29

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If you're going to ask someone to help you move, please have all the boxes already packed and ready to go.

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

Also don't be a d**k to those helping you move! I had one person that knew I had health issues snap at me because I wasn't moving stuff fast enough and had to take too many breaks. I was there during my free time, with my husband, as well as 3 or 4 other friends.

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#30

Always start with the question "how might I be wrong?"

Everyone can figure out a reason to believe they're correct, but if you look for reasons you are wrong first you will make fewer horrific assertions and mistakes.

"How might I be wrong" is the core question of science and the start of all wisdom.

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#31

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Never ask a woman if she's pregnant

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

Also when a woman is pregnant - keep your hands and inappropriate comments to yourself. They do not become public property when they are with child.

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#32

If a bro [passes away] while lifting, put more weight on the bar, then call 911

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#33

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Common sense ain't that common, so explain things in the simplest manner you possibly can.

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

me having common sense is about as common as a chicken crossing the road.

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#34

We have an ABC mantra at work:

Assume nothing.

Believe nobody.

Check everything.

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

Should be the rule of life! Just because you read it on social media doesn't mean it's true. How can there be so many legitimate sites to verify facts, but people choose Sally's "Uncle Joe"?

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#35

When letting cars into traffic, you let one then you go, just keep alternating.

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

When someone lets you out or in, please salute them in gratitude. Failure to do so will result in you becoming the focus of a rage second only to the eye of Sauron.

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#36

The first time visiting someone's place you bring something. Anything. Bottle of wine, six-pack, food, origami penguin. Something.

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

Unless you know the person well - don't bring alcohol. General rule. Something else - yes absolutely but not alcohol. Alcoholism is such a common (and invisible) illness. And that's a pretty common trigger to relapse.

Metalhead Turtle 🇺🇦
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This. My best friend's father is an alcoholic. She doesn't drink at all and I respect that. We've known each other for 20+ years and I didn't know that her dad suffers from the illness.

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

Origami Penguin please. OI Y'ALL CAN COME OVER JUST BRING ORIGAMI PENGUINS

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

Gotta disagree. I wouldn’t want anyone to avoid me over a guideline they’d have to feel obligated to fulfill. Bringing yourself is plenty for informal visits; save the requests for potlucks or parties.

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

I disagree too. I just want to be with the person. I don't want someone to have the pressure of bringing some thing. I don't need more junk, or food I can't eat, or alcohol I don't like, and they can keep their money. I would rather just enjoy each other's company.

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

My Mother's sister would drop in on us just before lunch, quite often. My Mum's comment was, "Well, Here's Dorothy, bringing nothing but her appetite."

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

I am always happy to share my food. It's a blessing to give food to another human being. You never know who might be hungry.

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

First time I went to my friend's house I don't remember bringing something for her (I brought food for us to make though) but I brought gifts for her dog. Is that allowed? Would the origami penguin be a better choice?

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

Unless specified not to. Consumables are always a nice easy thing, but people who just moved already are dealing with a lot of extra junk that they may not need, so best not to add to it. But if you're going to, know the person or people first, know what they like and don't like, nothing worse than showing up to someone's house with a gift that can cause harm or is unwanted or unrelated to them or their family. Putting thought into a gift, for any occasion, is worth more than any random gift itself.

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

... or just a small bouquet of flowers from the grocery store maybe?

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

Or when coming over for dinner. I always bring a dish. It also guarantees there will be something there you’d want to eat.

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

An origami penguin sounds nice. I might make one of those before going to bed.

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

*presented the origami penguin* Me: Your offering pleases me, you may enter.

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

When l stay as a guest, l always leave a small 🎁 or if l know they need it, I'll hide some cash where l know they'll get it after I'm gone (since they refuse to accept it in hand). Just my way of saying thanks for the hospitality.

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

Bring your opinions about other people's civil rights to every occasion. Loudly apply them to the genitals of people you've never met and know nothing about. Use a slur to silence anyone who disagrees with you. That and turkey are all that's needed for a traditional American holiday dinner.

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

Best Housewarming- wine for joy, salt for flavor and bread for plenty.

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

Our tradition is that if you are the first person into the house after the new year you must bring food/drink with you. You will bring luck and fortune but if you don't they will become poor. Their luck for the year is in your hands. Alcohol is a popular gift lol!

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

Hell, origami anything. Could hang cranes from strings, or place swans on a small mirror to make it look like it's on water, even try playing keepy uppy with a paper balloon.... I see many bumps and bruises in the future with that last one lol

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

Obviously not, unless you're completely unaware of their allergies. That's why it's best to bring the Origami Penguin! Oh, unless they're allergic to paper, lol

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

Never come empty handed when invited over someone's house for dinner or to hang out period. Not just for the first time. Bring bottled water at the very least. My friends and I follow this rule to the tee and the dishes are always washed. We all have dishwashers so no excuse even of we're the guest we pitch in with the clean up. Some friends have kids to put to bed this helps a lot and reassures them that the friendship is strong despite having kids. They can still have a life outside of their parenthood.

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#37

Don’t touch another person’s hair just because you think it’s pretty.

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

This one right here!! When my son was born, he had bright red hair. Every damn time we went out, people would come up to us and want to touch his hair. Of course I had stupid people accuse me of dying his hair. But they still had to put their "god only knows what is on their fingers" all over my son's head. Even after I asked them nicely. Even after I was rude to them. Even after I threatened bodily harm. They would still try to touch his hair. People are rude!

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#38

Especially to your kids, don't make promises you can't keep. Also, don't ever threaten to do something you can't or won't follow up on.

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

Saw a shirt recently that says “No one is more full of sh*t than a parent who just said “maybe.” Lol

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#39

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If someone clearly doesn't want to talk to you or needs to be somewhere else, let them be.

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#40

Never refuse when someone offers you a breath mint

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#41

Don't touch a disabled person's mobility aids without being specifically asked to do so by the person. Wheelchair, scooter, cane, dog, walker, whatever they are using don't touch it unless they ASK you to. View it as a stranger trying to touch your legs, do you want rando to pick up your leg? Move your leg? Pet your leg? Probably not.

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

And for God’s sake don’t judge someone with mobility issues or make fun of them. You have no clue how much pain they are in just to walk.

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#42

Never say something to someone you love that you can't recover from in the heat of an argument. You love that person for a reason.

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

and learn to forgive things that was said in the heat of the moment - no use letting them hurt you forever

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#43

Ask the person if they are at the back of the line before you join it.

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#44

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Cover your mouth when you cough with your elbow, not your hands that you will then touch a bunch of stuff with. Applies to sneezes as well. In general, just keep your gross bodily fluid to yourself unless clearly requested to share.

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#45

If you're in someone else's home/car/yard- Anything of someone else's, ASK before you do something. No, I don't want you smoking in my car. I don't want you feeding my dog food from the table. Just stop.

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

Definitely agree with feeding my dog human food. It's my number one rule. He has his own food and treats I paid a lot for. Plus if it's something he is allergic to I'm sure you won't foot the vet fees. Just say no to him and he'll walk away.

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#46

If a street performer makes you stop walking, you owe him a buck.

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

Unless he/She is a clown and u (as me) are afraid of them and that was y u stoped.....

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#47

The window seat gets an armrest and a wall, the middle seat gets two arm rests, and the aisle seat gets an arm rest and a little extra leg room. We're not savages, we live in a society.

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#48

If you can smell yourself it's too late.

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

Some once said to me: When you stsrt to smell yourself, other ppl have been smelling you for 3 days

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#49

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” After applying restraints to objects in the flatbed of a truck, saying "Yep, that's not goin' anywhere" is an absolute necessity.

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

Make sure you twang the strap when you say it. Otherwise it absolutely will go somewhere.

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50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” We don't fight at weddings.

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#51

Don't break the rules of traffic in an attempt to be courteous to other drivers. It often just makes situations more confusing and stressful than necessary. Just obeying the regular rules is far more appreciated.

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

See this kind of situation so often on dashcam videos - someone with right-of-way slows down to kindly let someone out, who then proceeds directly into the path of another vehicle which was behaving correctly for the general situation.

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#52

Don't go up to a cashier while talking on your mobile and expect to be served

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

I worked retail and in restaurants for years and if people were on their phone and trying to get me to serve them, I would just walk away until they are off. Some people would get angry but they couldn't argue with me about it because I'd tell them that I waited until they were off the phone to not be rude by interrupting their conversation. Usually people got the hint that they were being rude. If they had an issue with it, I'd show them the door. Be polite to those who are serving you in whatever capacity, we do not have to be there and we do not need to decode whether or not you are speaking to us. Also, please, please stop having conversations on speaker in public. I don't care what Jimmy wants from the grocery store. But, if people insist on having speaker phone conversations in public, I try to make sure I stare at them and listen intently as they want the public to. Sometimes I even join in on the convo. You make it public, let's play.

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#53

Clean up after yourself.

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#54

Smile at babies. Babies constantly look at their surroundings- especially faces- to learn if they're in a safe place. If you're smiling, babies feel at ease and grow up healthier and happier. If you don't, they're more likely to feel unsafe....and cry...

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#55

Don't speed up when someone is passing you.

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#56

Call when it's urgent, text when it's not. respond to emails even with an "ok".

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#57

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If a friend buys you a drink you don’t pay it back you just buy the next round

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

Unless he is the designated driver, in which case pay it back next time.

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#58

Don't buy a cheap bed or a cheap pair of shoes. You'll spend most of your life in one or the other.

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

Alternatively, buy a cheap, hard bed and invest in a memory foam pad. Better back support without cutting off your circulation.

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#59

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't point out things about someone if they can't change it in the span of the next 5 minutes.

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

Only if they are strangers - otherwise I disagree with this one. We rely on those closest to us to help us be our best self. Sometimes we are out of line, we are toxic, etc. Sometimes we need that gentle guidance.

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#60

If there's one beer left in your friend's fridge and it's not yours, you don't take it. You leave it for him. Unless he offers it to you, in which case it becomes fair game. As a person addendum though: If you are the friend that DOES take the last beer without asking, then you owe that friend a case of beer. But that's my own rule, which you can use as your own.

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

And with communal refrigerators, just because something doesn't have someone's name on it, that doesn't mean it's yours to take.

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#61

Never, ever make eye contact whilst eating a banana.

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

Except when it's supposed to be a statement. Like when a creepy guy is hitting on you, you keep eye contact and chomp down HARD!

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#62

If a restaurant has a nearly empty parking lot at what should be a busy time, eat somewhere else.

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

Unless they have an 'under new ownership' banner in which case you are obliged to give them a shot.

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#63

I don’t care how hungry you are, if a restaurant is about to close, don’t order food.

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

A word of advice. Worked in restaurants for many years. All ya'll who walk into a sit down restaurant 30 mins or less before it closes are getting the last of the food that's been sitting in a warmer all night. The kitchen has already started to shut down at that point, so nothing fresh is being made. Oh, and also you are going straight to hell.

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#64

When you get up from your office chair, push it the f**k back in

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#65

If you come across someone with your same shirt/outfit it's mandatory to salute or hi-five

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

I do this with my car, I just find it slightly amusing to see the same exact make, model, color of my car on the road. I'm like a little kid when that happens

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#66

If someone helps you move you help them move, no excuses.

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

I did this, but with our wedding. So many people helped us out. So when they asked us to help with their weddings, we dropped everything. I've done the flowers for three weddings now, I'm glad I can help with something that would otherwise be very expensive.

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#67

If you happen to be walking behind a woman and you two are alone, go to a different route/street or let her go far ahead.

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

Or if you must overtake, cross the street and pull ahead.

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#68

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't make it a problem and it won't be one.

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#70

Let the tallest person sit in the passenger seat of the car.

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

Let the person who suffers from car sickness sit in the passenger seat, as someone who suffers from this, it makes a difference.

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#71

When someone enters the bathroom sniffle or cough to let them know you are in there

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#72

If possible, every other urinal.

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#73

Nod up for an acquaintance, nod down for a stranger.

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#74

When you're finished in the bathroom: Don't shut the door fully! I don't want to be waiting to use the bathroom for ages because it appears it's occupied even though it isn't.

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#75

When someone gets banged up and is clearly in pain, just shut up for a minute or two and let him do a proper systems diagnosis. Only then should you ask if he’s okay.

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You cant stop the truth
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

er no? (blood pouring out... gonna wait a minute.... "hey buddy you done your system diagnositcs?")

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#76

Stand to the right on escalators

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#77

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Do not, in any way, be that guy

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#78

True love is real......but there is no "ONE"

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#79

If you have to get up for a beer, you must ask if anyone else needs one.

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

For sure, is the polite form, but i have enough to paying beer for people who will not paying next run after that.

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#80

If a bro is like, really upset about something, just crushed because of family s**t, or women, or work, or whatever, said bro is required to request one of his other bros to come over/go to the bar. It’s 2019, bro’s no longer let bros be bummed out alone. We talk it out now.

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#81

Don’t look over in the urinals. Just don’t.

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#82

We all have to be tough when sometimes the spider does scare you

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

And for eff's sake, if someone is scared of spiders, don't prank them with one! I worked with idiots who wanted to do that and I firmly told them not to do it.

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#83

Never "borrow" your roommate's underwear when all yours are waiting to be washed but you haven't bothered to do laundry.

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#84

Automatic high fives. The hand goes up, the temptation is unbearable

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#85

If two people bump into each other if nobody says anything that's fine

If one says sorry you are a [jerk]

If you both say sorry then no-ones a [jerk]

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

Am I the only one who initially thought one person was saying “sorry you are a jerk” to the other? Lol

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#86

Unfortunately, not all guys follow this, but they all SHOULD: No talking in the bathroom!

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

Women: its OK to talk by the sinks/in the communal areas but don't talk to someone in a cubicle!

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#87

It's a cliche but don't sleep with bro's mom/sis

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

Or most recent ex especially if it's within 6 months of the break-up.

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#88

When hugging as a greeting or goodbye, two pats.

When hugging as a genuine, intimate embrace, three pats.

One is rude, four is just weird

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

What if you count instead of pat? I count to 5 for a greeting or goodbye. For an embrace, I hug until the other person lets go or I get to 30.

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#89

Never park in front of a bar

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

I read this as "never park in front of a bat", but IMHO that's good advice too.

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#90

If your eyes meet another guys on the bus or train you have less than a second to look away

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

If you fail to look away in time it's customary to bite your bottom lip suggestively and waggle your eyebrows.

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#91

If bro #1 is attempting to woo someone they are attracted to, bro #2 is to at minimum not interfere, unless there is an emergency situation, which includes (but is not limited to):

The death/serious injury or illness of a family member or close friend of bro#1

A member of the bro group is about to have imminent trouble with law enforcement or venue security

Bro #2 having prior knowledge of the person of affection being crazy/not bro #1's preferred gender identity/being too intoxicated or underage to consent

The venue is on fire/major earthquake (however bro #2 should make an attempt to reconnect bro #1 and the person of affection in the parking lot)

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#92

It's ok to abandon your friends on a night out if you're getting laid

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#93

There are plenty of ways to enter a pool. The stairs is not one of them.

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#94

You don't hold a door open for another guy. You push all the way out and then it's on the other guy to catch it before it closes.

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#95

You must question your masculinity or purchasing habits if you can't bring all the bags in from the car in one trip.

There are a few exceptions to this rule:

If it didn't fit in the main part of the cart it doesn't count as an extra trip.

Things like large bags of pet food, large bags of rice, packages of water bottles (just buy resusable ones), get a pass. Basically if it took two hands to get it in the cart and doesn't fit in a bag you are clear.

If you have to use a flat cart in the store you get a pass.

Fragile items get a pass.

If you had to put down your seats or couldn't close the trunk you get a pass.

If you have luggage of more than one person (especially if you have kids or a female SO).

Multiple shopping stops may require multiple bag trips. You are still required to try and do it in as few trips as possible.

You are exempt if you have to carry a kid.

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

Idk if this is supposed to be some joke, but it's not really funny. People don't have to question their masculinity because they don't want to break their fingers carrying all the bag in at the same time.

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#96

When at a stop sign and you are in the passenger seat, you lean back so the driver can see past you and if the way is clear. Girls seem to need to be told, but guys just seem to do it automatically.

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