ADVERTISEMENT

We’re all familiar with the saying that beggars can’t be choosers—if you desperately need or want something, then you should be willing to sit down and be humble. How often does that happen, though? Honestly? Not as often as it should. The world’s full of arrogant, privileged choosing beggars who think they’re royalty and throw a fit if someone can’t meet their unfair expectations.

The worst of the worst get shamed on r/ChoosingBeggars, a community of nearly 2.2 million people who call out people who are being way too picky when begging for things. If you’re ever in a situation where you’re unsure if what you’re doing is right or wrong, the ‘Choosing Beggars’ subreddit is your North Star on how not to behave.

Have a look through some of the most popular recent posts about choosing beggars, upvote the ones that infuriated you the most, and let us know if you’ve ever dealt with similar people in your lives, dear Pandas. Got the patience to stomach some more pretentious and privileged individuals? Check out Bored Panda’s most recent posts about r/ChoosingBeggars right here, here, and here.

#1

My Dad's A Photographer, This Is His Most Recent Client

My Dad's A Photographer, This Is His Most Recent Client

jonnymoon5 Report

#3

Asking The Author Of The Book Where They Can Pirate It (I'm Not The Author, And The Book Is Not Coming From A Big-Time Publisher)

Asking The Author Of The Book Where They Can Pirate It (I'm Not The Author, And The Book Is Not Coming From A Big-Time Publisher)

gxlxxxy Report

Many choosing beggars either want huge discounts for products that their hearts are set on or… they want things completely for free or exposure. Calling these people ‘cheap’ would do a disservice to just how impolite and demanding some of them truly are.

Rudeness and a false sense of entitlement are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to choosing beggars. You see, they think they’re special and that the entire world has to dance to their tune because… well… just because!

#4

Local BBQ Place With Free Beer Calls Out Specific Yelper For Being A Cb. Love The Food And The Attitude At This Place

Local BBQ Place With Free Beer Calls Out Specific Yelper For Being A Cb. Love The Food And The Attitude At This Place

schumerqwewer3423 Report

A representative of the London-based Freelancer Club explained to me in a previous interview about saying ‘no’ to unpaid work. The organization aims to put a stop to exploitative unpaid work and late payments in the freelance sector.

ADVERTISEMENT

“We are working hard to change the culture around working for exposure, experience, prestige, and the promise of paid work in the future by educating new and aspiring freelancers. We highlight the impact it has on their career, show them how valuable they are, and work on their self-worth,” the representative told Bored Panda earlier. “On the company side, we show them how paying freelancers fairly is better for their bottom line as well as their long-term reputation. In addition, we are pressuring the government to change legislation that will provide more legal protection for freelancers who are clearly being exploited for their talent.”

#8

The Cheek Of Some People....

The Cheek Of Some People....

alipooley Report

Add photo comments
POST
amelia-i-clarke4 avatar
Nixxy
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Poor artist. I hope the person who said that they were an idiot went to hell.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#9

Potential Client Doesn’t Think I Can Do Math Apparently

Potential Client Doesn’t Think I Can Do Math Apparently

cleaning-meaning Report

Add photo comments
POST
zeljkoklaric78_1 avatar
Bernd Herbert
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Funny how parents often cheap out on their babysitters. And by the way: "we want someone who isn't in just for the money!" What in the actual f**k? Those people need to be asked if they would to their job for half the money...

ariawhitaker avatar
Aria Whitaker
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Right!? Like, why wouldnt she be "in it for the money"? It is her job. What is she supposed to be in for? The love of children who she has never met? Her love of baby poop? So much entitlement with that couple!

Load More Replies...
earloflincoln avatar
Martha Meyer
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Every time I see people with 3 and 4 year olds still in diapers, I'm screaming on the inside. Delays and medical reasons aside, almost no kid that age would still be in diapers if the parents put real effort into potty training them.

lolat5082 avatar
Lori T Wisconsin
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amen to that. Lazy parents. My daughter was out of diapers well before age 2 and I worked full time. You have to teach them, not just expect someone else to train your brat sex trophies. Disgusting mom!

Load More Replies...
fuyu avatar
fu yu
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Who are these parents that expect childcare for nothing? Here's an idea, if you can't afford childcare don't go out and don't reproduce! Idiots

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

I hate the idea that babysitters should be paid less when the kids are sleeping. They’re still giving up their Saturday night.

kimberlyannwetherbee avatar
Jjiinnee
Community Member
2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That people want to be cheap in paying someone to safeguard a human life disgusts me utterly.

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

"I only babysit kids whose parents love them enough to spend the money."

donnabeach avatar
icanhazpanda avatar
Raven DeathShade
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh. I think I should probably raise my rate then? I generally charge around 10 dollars an hour, but I also have only babysat households with at most 2 kids under 5.

Load More Replies...
armsoftheocean avatar
Franc Esca
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

30 usd for 4 kids is not expensive. People have gotten so used to low balling they don't remember what the price is anymore. I would have stopped answering 50 messages ago

rhodabike6 avatar
Seabeast
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"They're perfect little angels but we don't think it's worth paying very much to change their diapers, bath them, and put them to bed."

terryltobias avatar
Terry Tobias
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"You'll also need to do their laundry, help them with their homework, tutor them in college and take the pictures at their weddings. We want the best for our little angels!"

Load More Replies...
jtrisn1 avatar
jtrisn1
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

30/hr for un potty trained children is a f*****g steal.

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

Quit having kids you don't want to care for or potty train. Night time diapers? Is this a thing? Poor kids.

donna-reynolds-9081 avatar
Donna Reynolds
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don’t have kids then. Especially so close together. And if you don’t want to pay for someone to care for them.

terryfilkohazi avatar
Terry Filkohazi
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You think baby poop is nasty. Just imagine 4 year old's. Gross! Age 3 & 4 should be potty trained!! And how dare they try to lower the price!!

kathinka avatar
Katinka Min
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

(And why would someone have four kids in diapers?? Good grief, people, our planet is overcrowded and dying. Stop breeding like rabbits.)

trialiaxua avatar
Trialia Xua
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Two children of 3 and 4 years old should NOT still be in diapers/nappies anyway. In the UK the eldest would be right on the verge of starting primary school, and primary teachers are NOT to be expected to deal with nappies or potty training!

Load More Replies...
hjdashiell avatar
Paradise
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want to punch entitled parent. If someone is good, they're worth it. Can't afford it, don't ask and don't say anything. Get grandma to sit if you're gonna have 4 kids.

crisbarriuso avatar
Miss Cris
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And pay grandma? Grandmas aren't slaves. They usually love their grandchildren but they also have a life :)

Load More Replies...
magnadar avatar
magnadar
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The word "hubby" sounds so strange to me. I imagined a baby in diapers with a grown-man-face and a cigarillo in his mouth when i read it.

jevanderwerf avatar
fimophreak avatar
BetweenTheCracks
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

~25Y ago, society decided for some reason that children and those who bear them are faultless saints who can do no wrong. This kind of entitlement develops any time a sub-group is held up as infallible or precious.

Load More Replies...
rainmakerpamela avatar
Pamela
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Learn to say "no" or people like this will eat you alive. This babysitter did a wonderful job of protecting herself, and she was much more polite than this freeloader deserved.

larry-bridges avatar
thegolfball
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If they didn't want to spend for babysitting, they should have spent $$ on birth control in the first place!

abdk333 avatar
K Witmer
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They want her to be the kids parent for 3 days a week for pretty much free

kaching12 avatar
Yort
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“Someone who loves our kids” this person has never even met your kids, get grandma to babysit them in that case.

biljanamalesevic avatar
Biljana Malesevic
Community Member
2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She (the babysitter) is too nice. I would give up this conversation as soon as they wrote she is "expensive", and suggested half a price.

iva_kazalova avatar
Iva Kazalova
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What the actual f**k did i just read 😳😳😳🤨🤨🤨🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

fimophreak avatar
BetweenTheCracks
Community Member
2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have learned, through many experiences, that any kids referred to as "angels" are feral little twats and that their so-called "parents' don't see supervision as their personal job. This entry does exactly nothing to alleviate that perspective, if the parent's behavior is any indication.

trialiaxua avatar
Trialia Xua
Community Member
2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nor does their having 3- and 4-year-old children who aren't yet potty trained!

Load More Replies...
dontlook avatar
Don't Look
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What’s with all the lols? Nervous laughter doesn’t communicate well through text…

kjl01 avatar
Karen Lyon
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've seen this before, and I think I've commented on it, I just have to speak out again. I am the oldest of five, all born within six years. Only two of us were girls, but that's irrelevant, all of us together were a damned lively bunch. It doesn't matter how well behaved a brood like this is, or how early they go to bed, keeping on top of them all at the same time takes tons of energy and patience, it's controlled chaos at best! Asking for someone (other than family) to watch them at cut rates is BS. My parents never even did that. They might have asked family to look after us on occasion, but I know they either paid for the babysitting or bought dinner for everyone, something to compensate. In fact, they paid one of my aunts a very decent rate for babysitting on purpose so she could buy uniforms, school supplies, etc., for the Catholic high school my grandmother insisted she attend. Until this couple gets their act together, I hope they never have a date night.

bored_panda_1 avatar
GC Rovario-Cole
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They want someone who isn't in it for the money? They don't understand the way any of this works, huh?

christine_ladyman avatar
Christine Ladyman
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These period who think people work for the love of it!! We all work for money,.,, as a nurse, I've often been told the money shouldn't count, it's a vocation!! You can bet your life, too, that these people are well off!👿

ohjojo62 avatar
Joanna Werman
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pretty please? As if that's a negotiating term. Pathetic of the parents to not pay for the quality care they need. I'm glad you stood her ground

bvaldesa avatar
Bernardita Valdés
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“Hubby and i decided on 15 with a possible bonus” “We want someone who love our kids and isnt? Its just for the money?” bet u they are the same kind of ppl that complains that “everyone wants everything for free”

tenay_douglas avatar
Tenay Douglas
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"I promise they're angels" "oh but you'll love them"........that's nice but I still wanna be paid. Especially for 4 kids under the age of 5 that's insane. Kids being "angels" doesn't mean anything cause everyone has bad days even "angels@

daniellepeters avatar
Danielle Peters
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kudos to this individual for standing up for themselves! These parents are clearly living in an alternate reality.

dennise-sommer avatar
WholesomeArmyweeb
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

DOnT do this. Ever. How would you like it if you went to work and your boss said “I was looking for someone who would love to work and not have a life. Is It really all about the money? I don’t want to tell corporate and other businesses how bad of an employee you are but….” Also what is with all the irregular Question marks

idrow avatar
Id row
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But they're aaaaangels! Ugh, I want someone who will do this for how amazing they are, not for money! What kind of babysitter are you?!?

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu

Those people and companies that suggest to others that they should work for exposure instead of for money end up showing everyone how they view others and what they think they’re worth.

“Many see freelancers, particularly in the creative sector, as hobbyists and believe they can get away with ‘paying’ in exposure. They leverage their audience size, their brand name, or the allure of gaining recognition. This is why services in exchange for exposure is commonplace in glamourous sectors such as fashion, music, and film,” the rep from the Freelancer Club said.

ADVERTISEMENT
#10

This Was On One Of My Mom Pages, I Couldn't Believe It Was Local And That These Kind Of People Actually Exist, It Makes Me Sick To Think About

This Was On One Of My Mom Pages, I Couldn't Believe It Was Local And That These Kind Of People Actually Exist, It Makes Me Sick To Think About

AwkoTaco76 Report

#11

Broke Boy

Broke Boy

Less-Bite Report

Add photo comments
POST
qahtanrama avatar
River Webb
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you know you're a jerk when you complain about others when they are being nice

View more commentsArrow down menu

“From a freelancer point of view, they are often told that working for exposure is a rite of passage or an essential part of building a portfolio by their teachers, college professors, and peers. This has created a culture of exploitation that we must address at both ends. At Freelancer Club, we take a hardline and suggest freelancers say ‘no.’ The issue is that some ‘freelancers’ are individuals with a passion who will freely give their work away for exposure whilst professionals rely on payment to survive. This muddies the water.”

#13

How Are My Kids Supposed To Live Without Juice?!

How Are My Kids Supposed To Live Without Juice?!

SnooDucks9912 Report

Add photo comments
POST
qahtanrama avatar
River Webb
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this is great! this food bank probably made many families' Christmas! f*** that lady though she's a jerk

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#15

All These Teens Do Is Play Fortnite And Take Drugs! They Should Work For Me For Free!

All These Teens Do Is Play Fortnite And Take Drugs! They Should Work For Me For Free!

PamalaHallberg Report

Add photo comments
POST
keith-johnson avatar
KJ
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ah poor person, imagine not being able to use teenagers as slaves when your doing it out of the goodness of your heart, lol!

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#16

Everyday Troubles Of Freelancers

Everyday Troubles Of Freelancers

CarbonatedInsidious Report

#17

Owner Of Three Restaurants In The Suburbs Of Chicago Asks His Customers To Pay His Wait Staff A Better Wage

Owner Of Three Restaurants In The Suburbs Of Chicago Asks His Customers To Pay His Wait Staff A Better Wage

BigQfan Report

#18

Hey Can I Steal Your Art For 7 Bucks ?

Hey Can I Steal Your Art For 7 Bucks ?

lotsofcheesepls Report

#19

Instagram Model Asks For Private Booth, 10 Free Guests And Bottle Service In Exchange For One Social Media Post

Instagram Model Asks For Private Booth, 10 Free Guests And Bottle Service In Exchange For One Social Media Post

westcoastcdn19 Report

Add photo comments
POST
zeljkoklaric78_1 avatar
Bernd Herbert
Community Member
2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

To me "I am an instagram model" sounds like "I'm a Madden Football Player"

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#20

Looks Like My Artist Has Had Enough

Looks Like My Artist Has Had Enough

ryanaungs Report

#21

My Favorite City To Visit Due By

My Favorite City To Visit Due By

EddieC1088 Report

Add photo comments
POST
rl_2 avatar
R L
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And a man should refuse to date someone who spells so atrociously.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#22

Let Me Not Ask For Permission To Have My Wedding Here (God’s Plan)

Let Me Not Ask For Permission To Have My Wedding Here (God’s Plan)

SpacemanSpaceLy Report

Add photo comments
POST
felicorbongolan avatar
Wistiti
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The moment the owners really appreciated have someone that guards the gate.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#23

How Many Likes For Free Shoes?

How Many Likes For Free Shoes?

-_-n Report

#24

This Gem From 2018 | Severely Lowballing A Wedding Caterer

This Gem From 2018 | Severely Lowballing A Wedding Caterer

macmoosie Report

#25

Removing Plastic Drops $200 Off. Seems Legit

Removing Plastic Drops $200 Off. Seems Legit

snirmadar Report

Add photo comments
POST
amyleigh-ritediesel avatar
Yuki Li
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love how 'what do you mean' is the automated response haha. Apt.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#26

This Happened To My Mother Today. She (Out Of The Goodness Of Her Heart) Offered Our House To An Acquaintance Of Hers So He Could Make A Short Film. The Man Went Overboard And Asked Us To Give Him Access To The Whole House (And Basically Move Out) For A Week

This Happened To My Mother Today. She (Out Of The Goodness Of Her Heart) Offered Our House To An Acquaintance Of Hers So He Could Make A Short Film. The Man Went Overboard And Asked Us To Give Him Access To The Whole House (And Basically Move Out) For A Week

poplitte2 Report

#27

Oh The Hypocrisy

Oh The Hypocrisy

Ghost-George Report

Add photo comments
POST
rspanther avatar
rspanther
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In other words everyone deserves a living wage, just not from us.

View more commentsArrow down menu
#28

Stranger Wants A Custom Order For Her Wedding, As A Gift

Stranger Wants A Custom Order For Her Wedding, As A Gift

Leviathan41911 Report

#29

This Is Not A Babysitting Job

This Is Not A Babysitting Job

westcoastcdn19 Report

Add photo comments
POST
cybermerlin2000 avatar
cybermerlin2000
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Report them to the Job Centre and their base commander or whatever their highest ranking officer is

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#30

I've Officially Dropped Out Of The Bridal Party. I'm A Size 12 With No Plans On Dropping To A Size 8 By December

I've Officially Dropped Out Of The Bridal Party. I'm A Size 12 With No Plans On Dropping To A Size 8 By December

junebugg85 Report

#32

Male Seeking New Housemates For Free But Makes It Up With ‘Fun Cool Vibes’

Male Seeking New Housemates For Free But Makes It Up With ‘Fun Cool Vibes’

Embarrassed-Shine-60 Report

#33

My Mom Has A Little Free Library In Her Yard. Someone Left Her This Note The Other Day With A Crossed Out Smiley Face

My Mom Has A Little Free Library In Her Yard. Someone Left Her This Note The Other Day With A Crossed Out Smiley Face

freezethawcycle Report

#34

Actual Quote From An Influencer Who Wanted Me To Address 250 Wedding Invites And Save The Date Cards. If It's "Just Writing" Surely You Can Do It Yourself

Actual Quote From An Influencer Who Wanted Me To Address 250 Wedding Invites And Save The Date Cards. If It's "Just Writing" Surely You Can Do It Yourself

MyOwnGuitarHero Report

#35

Guys, She Might Cry

Guys, She Might Cry

TehSpaceGiraffe Report

Note: this post originally had 100 images. It’s been shortened to the top 35 images based on user votes.

ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda