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People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them If your dress has pockets, you must tell everyone.

Final score:

486points

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Anki Apfel 2 years ago

Love that one. Sadly they still don't have pockets that often >.<

83points

h4wkeyepierce , Victoria Borodinova Report

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them If a two year old speaks gibberish to you, you reply with either "you think so?" Or "thank you for telling me".

Final score:

416points

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AzKhaleesi 2 years ago

"Oh Yea? Tell me all about it"

146points

If you ever ask yourself who the hell created all these rules, and why we all need to abide by them, this one's for you. I have to agree that the idea of a free society where each individual is allowed to roam freely, with no obligations or consequences, has something appealing about it.

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them If somebody gives their phone to look at a picture don't scroll and see all their other pictures.

[deleted] , Lisa Report

Final score:

414points

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Sheepeggs 2 years ago

You might see something you don't wanna see, for my phone you'd just see random pictures of dogs. But be careful.

98points

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them NEVER propose at someone else's wedding, never.

Kearshi , Gift Habeshaw Report

Final score:

408points

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Mary Rose Kent 2 years ago

Do people really need to be told this? If so...YIKES!

149points

Dammit_Banned_Again , Liliana Drew Report

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them Give me six feet of space when I’m at the ATM or the urinal. Basically, whenever I’m taking valuables out of my pants.

Final score:

405points

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JustAPanda 2 years ago

"Valuables" LOL

220points

And some rules are so embedded into our society, we don’t dare to question them. “Societies going back thousands of years have had ‘unwritten rules.’ Unwritten rules would be defined as normal, accepted behavior that everyone (or almost everyone!) is willing to adhere to,” Susan Petang, a certified life coach and the author of “The Quiet Zone Coaching,” told Bored Panda. Susan teaches women how to stop feeling overwhelmed and start waking up happy in the morning again.

She continued: “They're necessary not only for keeping order, but establishing boundaries and defining what is considered kind, polite, or compassionate—or rude!—in that particular culture.”

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them If you work in childcare and see a baby walk for the first time you don’t say anything to the parent.

[deleted] , Tatiana Twinslol Report

Final score:

403points

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Julieandthephatones 2 years ago

no it makes sense it should be their moment

116points

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them If you're watching garbage Facebook videos in the break room and other people are trying to enjoy their hour of peace wear some [freaking] headphones Alana.

Enollient , Ketut Subiyanto Report

Final score:

402points

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Serial pacifist 2 years ago

Don't watch porn either. Or you can, just to overpower Alana's garbage FB videos.

99points

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them An appearance flaw that cannot be easily changed shall be completely ignored.

picksandchooses Report

Final score:

365points

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Serial pacifist 2 years ago

His appearances are all flawless.

194points

What’s interesting is that even now, different cultures can have different unwritten rules. “For example, burping after a meal in China is considered a compliment, and here in the US, it's considered rude. By having these unwritten rules, we also can more easily identify when others are upset with us or being dismissive,” Susan said and added that “it's like having an emotional shorthand.”

#10

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them Don't ask if she is pregnant. Just don't.

ohyoshimi , Leah Kelley Report

Final score:

362points

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River Webb 2 years ago

and don't ask when she'll have kids either

245points

#11

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them When using tongs, you must always click them together a couple times.

sirhempanite89 , Katerina Holmes Report

Final score:

360points

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Warloew Brinn 2 years ago

Gotta give them a couple test clicks to make sure everything is in order.

179points

#12

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them For any space holding people (train, elevator, classroom), let people exit before you try to enter

_NendSudes , Kelly L Report

Final score:

356points

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Lilith the Demon Panda 2 years ago (edited)

yes! this! I always thought western Europe was civilized until I rode metro there... and I would add: after you exit dont f*****g stop right in front of the door, move the f**k out of the way!

127points

Susan believes that our lives might be more complicated, and possibly more lawless, if we didn't have expected rules of behavior. “Imagine how chaotic life would be if people could randomly punch others in the nose if they didn't like what was being said or done?”

On the other hand, there are times when unwritten rules of behavior can be complicated and unnecessary, the life coach argues. “They can also be prejudicial. For example, it can be difficult for those with autism to understand some of the social nuances that we take for granted—which might make them feel ostracized, unaccepted, or unloved.”

#13

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them Small wave at the driver when they stop at the crosswalk so they know you know they saw you.

sarkozywasthere_ , Tim Douglas Report

Final score:

344points

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Serial pacifist 2 years ago

Also, wave at the driver who lets you cut in when there is an unbelievable rush and you've been waiting for long enough to get into the lane. A friendly honk is welcome too.

163points

#14

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them You do not initiate small talks with someone with their headphones on.

WallflowerAshes , cottonbro Report

Final score:

337points

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JustAPanda 2 years ago

That's exactly why many people wear headphones. To avoid small talk

148points

#15

When a child hands you a toy phone, you pretend to have a conversation.

ConstantlyReading Report

Final score:

335points

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BusLady 2 years ago

Well, of course you do. :-)

80points

The life coach added that there are also unwritten rules in some cultures that can be interpreted as rude or boorish in others. “Our earlier example of burping is one; another might be how some cultures consider bargaining for everything to be OK, while in other cultures it's considered rude to question the cost of something.”

#16

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them If you offer something, you offer twice only. If they say no both times you don't push it

ghostye , Christina Morillo Report

Final score:

331points

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KatHat 2 years ago

If it's alcohol, offer ONCE only and then if they say no, leave it alone without commenting on their decision in any way. The same can go for food - more people than we know have eating disorders.

199points

KingAlfredOfEngland , Oladimeji Ajegbile Report

#17

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them Don't make marks in a book that someone loaned to you. That means no dog-earing the pages, no highlighting/underlining/circling phrases and no writing notes in the margins. If you want to do that crap, get your own copy, don't ask to borrow a copy from me.

Final score:

327points

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Mihai Mara 2 years ago

I never do that to books, not even to books I own.

121points

DestinysChildSupport , Alex Teixeira Report

#18

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them You don’t microwave fish in the break room at work.

Final score:

320points

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Vorknkx 2 years ago

I would add smelly cheese as well... sadly, my coworkers don't read this site, so it will be in vain :|

72points

#19

If you’re securing something in a truck bed or trailer, you must always say “that ain’t goin’ anywhere” once you’ve finished.

handingstage Report

Final score:

310points

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Piet Puk 2 years ago

And slap it?

232points

#20

Don’t put your phone on speaker in public places

[deleted] Report

Final score:

293points

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Gin. No tonic 2 years ago (edited)

Unless they're a senior citizen. This might still seem rude to you, but it might be the only way they know how to answer their phone or hear the conversation.

87points

#21

Put it back in the same place you found it.

Cigars_and_Beer Report

Final score:

290points

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Orange is aging 2 years ago

I know my room looks messy, but everything still has a place. Don’t put my stuff just anywhere, you monster

85points

D**kcheese_McDoogles , Gustavo Fring Report

#22

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them Do not stand still in any choke-point of an indoor or outdoor space. Doesn't have to be a doorway or hallway.

Final score:

282points

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Katherine Boag 2 years ago

My husband does this several times a day in our house ^___^

48points

#23

“In the house of a hanged man, don’t talk about rope”

Old proverb. Meaning don’t dig up old, nasty stuff with people you know will be uncomfortable/offended

aronkovacs Report

Final score:

280points

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troufaki13 2 years ago

We have the same saying in Greece

56points

#24

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them When using a stud finder, you must first point it at yourself and go "beep"

ElToberino , Charles & Hudson Report

Final score:

279points

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Sheepeggs 2 years ago

I'm glad I'm not the only one

83points

#25

If you are done using the microwave and there is time left, you must clear off the remaining time.

Don't be a savage.

Fritz376 Report

Final score:

271points

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Sheepeggs 2 years ago

I have looked at a microwave multiple times and always wondered why the time was never accurate

47points

#26

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them When walking through a door and someone is behind you, hold the door long enough so the person doesn't get hit by it.

[deleted] , Charlotte May Report

Final score:

267points

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troufaki13 2 years ago

And say thank you when someone holds the door for you

160points

#27

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them Closing your mouth when you chew.

Bonescielo , Andres Ayrton Report

Final score:

264points

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Serial pacifist 2 years ago

Unbelievably irritating. I don't need to watch you process your bites, Alana.

112points

#28

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them You don’t take pictures of kids that aren’t yours

PayLayAleVeil , Maxsuel Macedo Report

Final score:

263points

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Serial pacifist 2 years ago

You don't take pictures of ANYBODY without permission.

13points

#29

If someone asks if you have a pad or tampon and you have one give it to her. You'd want someone to do the same for you.

Yotsubauniverse Report

Final score:

255points

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Donkey boi 2 years ago

I remember (overhearing) my mam giving advice to my big sister, which included 'ALWAYS carry tampons & pads, even when you're not on your period. You never know when you friend might need one'. For 3 years I carried around female sanitary products! Before I realised my friends were not likely to ask me, what with me being a boy.

265points

#30

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them If a child shoots you with a toy gun you act hurt or pretend to die for them. No questions asked. I learned this when I became an aunt lol.

[deleted] , cottonbro Report

Final score:

255points

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Janine B. 2 years ago

Toy guns are as necessary as the plague.

78points

#31

Zipper Rule: when driving and two lanes become one drivers merge from alternate lanes one at a time right left right left ... like a zipper.

PinchiChongo Report

Final score:

254points

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Persephone 2 years ago

This is a written rule in the Netherlands actually.

95points

#32

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them If you notice something on someone that can be fixed within 5 minutes, tell them (Shirt stain, food in teeth etc)

Bogshow Report

Final score:

249points

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Serial pacifist 2 years ago (edited)

An open zipper should fly high on this list.

134points

#33

Never expect a friend to fix your car for free or for a six pack. Ask them how much they'll charge you. If they do ask for beer, ask their favorite. Don't buy cheap s**t

kmg_365 Report

Final score:

248points

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Cactus McCoy 2 years ago

I believe in the exchange of abilities and do not accept money from friends Everybody has different ones, so we help each other out. Works like a charm. This does not involve costs for spare parts or similar, of course.

76points

#34

In public transportation, you let the person in most need have your seat.

BlackShirt Report

Final score:

233points

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WilvanderHeijden 2 years ago

And sometimes you are the person in most need.

94points

#35

Don't ruin Santa Claus for little kids

thehonestyfish Report

Final score:

226points

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River Webb 2 years ago

thats plain mean

69points

#36

Don't wear white to another woman's wedding

MynameisntRio Report

Final score:

225points

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ZAPanda 2 years ago

This is assuming that all weddings have the white wedding dress thing. It's only an english-speaking world thing, as far as I can tell. I've been to a number of weddings here where the bride wore something else eg. shweshwe fabric.

51points

Dutch Swimmer Goes Viral For Super Revealing Trunks During 2024 Olympics: “Is This Legal?”

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Thrill-Seeking Diver Jumps Down Extreme Waterslide, Ignoring The Strict Ban For Women

#37

DO NOT! I repeat, DO NOT go through someone’s night stand drawers.

Beckarinoxo Report

Final score:

210points

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WilvanderHeijden 2 years ago

Not even when it's a one night stand?

92points

#38

If the teacher makes a mistake that benefits everyone (forgets homework, leaves answers on the board, etc) you don't point it out!

JaryJyjax Report

Final score:

204points

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Julieandthephatones 2 years ago

yes it soooo annoying when someone points out that the teach forgot to check homework

67points

D**kcheese_McDoogles , Andrea Piacquadio Report

#39

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them You don't get a "bless you" after sneeze number 3.

Final score:

201points

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Sheepeggs 2 years ago

I've actually seen someone sneeze 11 times in a row (granted they were slightly spaced out but still)

54points

#40

The problem magically goes away when the person who's there to fix it shows up.

EdwoodTheOwl Report

Final score:

197points

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BusLady 2 years ago

And as soon as they leave...

67points

#41

You don't reject your grandma's offer of food (at least in Mexico)

Achela12 Report

Final score:

192points

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Sheepeggs 2 years ago

It doesn't matter if you refuse, you'll eat it anyway

116points

#42

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them Covering your mouth when sneezing...although everyone doesn't always do it

Mojovman , Edward Jenner Report

Final score:

187points

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Vorknkx 2 years ago

We "needed" a pandemic to occur, in order for some people to learn how to wash their hands.

6points

Woman Put A Water Fountain With A Camera In Her Yard, Here Are 24 Photos Of Regular Visitors (New Pics)

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“Ma’am I Live Here”: Woman Refuses To Back Out Of Driveway, Learns A Lesson The Hard Way

#43

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them There will always be a demilitarized urinal between two urinating men, unless overpopulation becomes a factor, in which case participating piddlers will look either straight forward or directly down at their dingle dongle.

tallperson117 , Hakeem James Report

Final score:

178points

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ZAPanda 2 years ago

As an aged person, I compromise by plonking my forehead on the wall and muttering "why is this taking so long?"

136points

#44

If you're in a public toilet, don't piss on the toilet seat. Sadly, there are always people that disregard that rule.

-eDgAR- Report

Final score:

169points

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Sheepeggs 2 years ago

If the unexpected happens, CLEAN IT UP!!

124points

#45

If you have two friends over, who don't know each other, you don't leave them alone.

The exception to this rule is if you are trying to set them up

ballen15 Report

Final score:

166points

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Rez Fidel 2 years ago

Better.. tell them indivudually that the other one is almost deaf... THEN leave the room and let em start a convo...

118points

#46

When walking in a store, treat the aisles as you would the road. AKA stay to the right (US).

[deleted] Report

Final score:

160points

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ZAPanda 2 years ago

in 1800s-onwards british empire it is stay on the left.

42points

50 Of The Most Incredible Shots That Were Submitted To The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards

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French Diver’s “Jewels” In Tight Swimming Trunks Become Talk Of The Town At Olympics

#47

Picking your nose is very satisfying, but don't do it in public

LanceBelcher Report

Final score:

156points

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Mary Rose Kent 2 years ago

So GROSS!!!

22points

#48

People Share 50 Rules Of Life That Are "Unspoken," Yet Everyone Follows Them The internet is forever, so be careful what you put on it- especially if your real name/face/details are attached. People will find them and bring them up at the worst possible times. A few seconds of thinking about if it's really a good idea to post that comment or whatever can do a lot of good.

Forcipate , Pixabay Report

Final score:

155points

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JustAPanda 2 years ago

And never ever put your name as your un-changeable reddit username. Knew a lotta people who would get roasted by it

33points

#49

Don’t drive slower than traffic on the left lane of a highway.

EvaIina Report

Final score:

144points

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WilvanderHeijden 2 years ago

Or worse, don't go overtaking with less than 1 mile speed difference and proceed to hog the left lane doing 64 mph for the next 30 miles.

43points

#50

When you enter an elevator, you face the door.

Dusty-Bottoms Report

Final score:

124points

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Serial pacifist 2 years ago (edited)

There are those elevators with back-to-back doors on each side. Always make me feel stupid when I am facing one side and suddenly the door opens on the other.

86points

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#51

Don't eat food that isn't yours without asking for permission first.

mUvEmi Report

Final score:

55points

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Sheepeggs 2 years ago

Never accept food from a person unless you know them well

14points

Woman Moves Out Of Parents' Home After They Asked Her To Give Her Space To Brother, They Freak Out

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Mom Leaves $250k Inheritance To Son, Throws A Fit When Daughter Stops Looking After Her

#52

In public (public transport, libraries, canteens etc), sit at unoccupied seats/tables first. Only sit with a stranger when there are none left.

potatosoupofpower Report

Final score:

51points

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Iggy 2 years ago

I was on my own in a restaurant in Brussels. There were plenty of empty tables but, without a word, a man sat down opposite me. It was a very small table so I was very uncomfortable. I moved tables. In Ireland, he would be considered very strange and quite rude. Are there any Belgians who can tell me if it's different in Belgium?

8points

#53

If you accidentally bump into someone you apologize (in the US anyway)

sed2017 Report

Final score:

50points

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Caro Caro 2 years ago

Everywhere, not just the US.

34points

#54

If you’re in a car that is not yours, always ask before rolling down windows, changing A/C, plugging in phone etc.

arcane_anomalist Report

Final score:

46points

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BusLady 2 years ago

Or smoke, or eat.

16points

#55

Push in your damn seat.

CaptKaladin Report

Final score:

44points

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SeaMonster 2 years ago (edited)

i always try to do that at school at those chair-desks that are connected and look like a fool when the person across from me's desk starts sliding...

6points

#56

We don t share toothbrushes

lunaut_darren Report

Final score:

41points

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WilvanderHeijden 2 years ago

We have sex, we've exchanged bodily fluids, you've touched my most intimate body parts, but don't touch my tooth brush.....

32points

#57

When making eye contact with someone from a distance, you nod down if you don't know them, and "nod" up if you do.

Cheftard Report

Final score:

40points

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troufaki13 2 years ago

Or up and down like a maniac if you think you know them but can't quite be sure

40points

Woman Refuses To Chip In For Babysitting Because She Doesn’t Even Have Kids, Asks If She’s A Jerk

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“This Breaks My Heart”: People Stunned—And Angry—After Woman Buys Lost Luggage From Airport

#58

Dont eat smelly food on public transport

SydneyOrient Report

Final score:

40points

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troufaki13 2 years ago

Or listen to your music on loudspeakers

14points

#59

Office door closed = I’m busy. Office door open = I’m available if you want to talk to me.

SMUsooner Report

Final score:

39points

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Rez Fidel 2 years ago

Wait..you guys got office doors?

27points

#60

There is no seating arrangement in a university class but no one should sit in my seat

Mr_Chu36 Report

Final score:

38points

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Sheepeggs 2 years ago

I'm guilty if this, if your reading this, Cooper, I'm sorry

18points

#61

In a long awkward hallway as you walk toward someone and they walk toward you, you don't make eye contact or make any kind of greeting till you're about 10-15 feet apart.

jasdjensen Report

Final score:

37points

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WilvanderHeijden 2 years ago

No, as soon as you see them you start waving, shouting and cheering like they're the friend who got lost during an expedition to find a Yeti.

24points

a_horse_has_no_name Report

#62

Don't ask the IT dept for help with your personal device unless you are somehow able to compensate them.

Final score:

31points

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ZAPanda 2 years ago

PLEASE YES! And also, we don't do: fixing photocopiers, showing you how to scan from the photocopier, fixing your radio, supplying you with new headphones because you broke yours, etc.

10points

"I Didn't Start The Dryer": Karen Gets Taught A Lesson After Throwing Out Neighbor's Wet Clothes

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Guy Divorced 3 Years Ago Drops Off 3 Y.O. With His Ex-Wife Completely Out Of The Blue

#63

If I'm showing you a pic of my crush on Instagram don't double tap to zoom

Ehpirer Report

Final score:

29points

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Mary Rose Kent 2 years ago

Is poor eyesight an acceptable exception?

13points

#64

Don’t walk in the same direction with someone after saying bye

HoobaDooba420 Report

Final score:

23points

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Mihai Mara 2 years ago

Oh, my mistake. I was going to go home, but now, as an immature person that I am and that cannot fix this situation, I will make a 7 km detour just to follow this unwritten rule I found on the internet.

27points

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What do you think ?

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Nikki Sevven 2 years ago

If, after putting an item in your shopping cart, you decide you don't want it, put it back where you got it! Especially if it's a perishable item. Also, if you knock an item on the floor, pick it up and put it back.

37points

Leah Williams 2 years ago

People who have bad knees and can't walk very much without hurting, or people who are in a huge rush, I understand. Except I would ask a store worker if it was perishable like anything frozen, or fresh veggies.

6points

Ebony 2 years ago

Serial Pacifist has some issues with Alana

33points

Pam Ives 2 years ago

Seems like Alana has bad manners.

3points

Uber Mensch 2 years ago

You may not know who it DOES belong to, but you know it isn't _yours_. Leave it alone.

20points

Veronica Connelly 2 years ago

Amen

1point

Dani Alexander 2 years ago

I just want to say on behalf of everyone, WHY ALANA?

7points

Mazer 2 years ago

Never ever start a conversation or ask a question when someone is working with power tools or heavy machines. Wait until they are done with what they are immediately working on.

6points

jk nbt 2 years ago (edited)

ONE OF LIFE'S HARDEST LESSONS unspoken rule: there are people out there with a sanguine "natural born salesman" type personality... these people are always acting about one notch too friendly... don't be fooled or seduced by this... these are not your friends, they are just acting sanguine... play along with it and let them pretend to like (love?) you... be nice back & friendly back at them, since if you put them off, they will turn on you and hate you... if they ask for money, favors, or any special considerations, agree to whatever they want, but put them off by postponing any favors for some good excuse or by saying you can't help today, maybe next week... then ask them to do something for you... when they realize you expect genuine commitment and not games in your relationships, they will most likely leave or just leave you alone from then on... (yes, I suffered much at the hands of many to FINALLY learn this life lesson)... If you follow this life lesson unspoken rule, you win either way: a) you gain a genuine committed friend, co-worker, spouse, business partner, etc., or b) the annoying shallow jerk leaves you alone to go and seduce someone else...

5points

Chich 2 years ago

The goddamn thing you had in your goddamned hand a goddamned minute ago will suddenly appear in plain sight as soon as your SO comes over to help you look for it.

5points

KombatBunni 2 years ago

Or, the stupid a— computer will suddenly start working the second your partner takes a look at it, when before it was making a weird beeping noise or wouldn’t even turn on!

3points

Susie Elle 2 years ago

Men: no, you do not have good aim, so always whipe the seat or that ridge under the seat after peeing, because yes, there ARE droplets EVERYWHERE even though you can't see them.

4points

Zoe's Mom 2 years ago

Never refuse a gift from a child.

4points

Ginger Winters 9 months ago

Unless it's biological in nature

0points

Leah Williams 2 years ago

I feel bad for people who have PTSD and similar mentally debilitating conditions where they just can't quite think straight. Most people don't understand them socially

3points

Jyndaru 2 years ago

Thank you for recognizing that. I'm sure my anxiety and social awkwardness has put off a few people.

1point

Grayson Wrigley 2 years ago

If there are completely empty seats (and no assigned seating) on the train/subway/bus, do not sit down next to a stranger.

3points

Jennie Stilton 2 years ago

#7 for sure. I worked in childcare for years, and if Baby took his or her first steps at daycare, we would tell the parent, "He/she is going to walk any time now! So close!" Once I said that and the mom said, "Oh she already took her first steps over the weekend! Isn't she walking here?" I had to fess up. Everyone laughed.

2points

Nadine 2 years ago

When in Ireland, if someone offers you a cup of tea, just say yes, and drink it, even if you don't want it. But I always want it.

2points

Lovin' Life 2 years ago (edited)

Very eye opening. Many need to read this. Many are just common sense but a couple were new to me like the nod up for someone you know and nod down for someone you don't. Very interesting.

2points

kjorn 2 years ago

don't ask "how are you" if you just want to make small talk. i hate when people ask that and i'm just about to cry and i'm there : "i'm fine"

2points

albernistuff 4sale 2 years ago

A few years ago, I started being honest in my reply to this. Co-workers self-filtered to those who cared and those who don't.

2points

GoddessOdd 2 years ago

I remember this one from long ago... if someone offers you a breath mint or gum, take it, you probably need it.

1point

Carole MacKenzie 2 years ago

If someone doesn’t remember something you are talking about, don’t say incredulously, “Don’t you remember?!?” Especially if they are over 60.

1point

Natalia A 2 years ago

Don't use the treadmill next to someone if there are others available.

1point

Bill Evs 2 years ago

When walking along a busy street (usually in a city) don't suddenly stop dead to look at something

1point

Sebastian Leppert 2 years ago

Apparently none of the authors ever went to Berlin, where almost none of those rules apply;)

0points

Loretta David 2 years ago

Tacit knowledge. We know the rules, but we were never taught them. We, as civilized people, simply know these things. Savages do.not follow these rules..

0points

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Nikki Sevven 2 years ago

37points

Leah Williams 2 years ago

6points

Ebony 2 years ago

Serial Pacifist has some issues with Alana

33points

Pam Ives 2 years ago

Seems like Alana has bad manners.

3points

Uber Mensch 2 years ago

You may not know who it DOES belong to, but you know it isn't _yours_. Leave it alone.

20points

Veronica Connelly 2 years ago

Amen

1point

Dani Alexander 2 years ago

I just want to say on behalf of everyone, WHY ALANA?

7points

Mazer 2 years ago

Never ever start a conversation or ask a question when someone is working with power tools or heavy machines. Wait until they are done with what they are immediately working on.

6points

jk nbt 2 years ago (edited)

5points

Chich 2 years ago

The goddamn thing you had in your goddamned hand a goddamned minute ago will suddenly appear in plain sight as soon as your SO comes over to help you look for it.

5points

KombatBunni 2 years ago

Or, the stupid a— computer will suddenly start working the second your partner takes a look at it, when before it was making a weird beeping noise or wouldn’t even turn on!

3points

Susie Elle 2 years ago

Men: no, you do not have good aim, so always whipe the seat or that ridge under the seat after peeing, because yes, there ARE droplets EVERYWHERE even though you can't see them.

4points

Zoe's Mom 2 years ago

Never refuse a gift from a child.

4points

Ginger Winters 9 months ago

Unless it's biological in nature

0points

Leah Williams 2 years ago

I feel bad for people who have PTSD and similar mentally debilitating conditions where they just can't quite think straight. Most people don't understand them socially

3points

Jyndaru 2 years ago

Thank you for recognizing that. I'm sure my anxiety and social awkwardness has put off a few people.

1point

Grayson Wrigley 2 years ago

If there are completely empty seats (and no assigned seating) on the train/subway/bus, do not sit down next to a stranger.

3points

Jennie Stilton 2 years ago

2points

Nadine 2 years ago

When in Ireland, if someone offers you a cup of tea, just say yes, and drink it, even if you don't want it. But I always want it.

2points

Lovin' Life 2 years ago (edited)

Very eye opening. Many need to read this. Many are just common sense but a couple were new to me like the nod up for someone you know and nod down for someone you don't. Very interesting.

2points

kjorn 2 years ago

don't ask "how are you" if you just want to make small talk. i hate when people ask that and i'm just about to cry and i'm there : "i'm fine"

2points

albernistuff 4sale 2 years ago

A few years ago, I started being honest in my reply to this. Co-workers self-filtered to those who cared and those who don't.

2points