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Watching cringey stuff is painful. Our eyes are running away from it, our gut is repulsed, maybe even our muscles are involuntarily contracting. But we can't help it. Teens congratulating their classmates because they are black, a woman licking a toilet bowl in hopes of starting the 'coronavirus challenge'... For some reason, we need to see how these things play out. Even if our body is refusing to allow it.

The subreddit r/Cringetopia is a gold mine for this type of content. With 1.1 million active members constantly sharing some of the cringiest things they can find on the Internet, it's just getting bigger and bigger, too. Continue scrolling and check out what they have collected so far!

#1

It’s Actually Quite Sophisticated Stuff

It’s Actually Quite Sophisticated Stuff

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Frieder Paulus, a psychologist at the Lübeck University in Germany, told Quartz that embarrassment is social: it tells us when we have violated a social norm and makes us feel bad for doing so. But it's not clear why exactly we have the capacity to cringe or as scientists call it, feel vicarious embarrassment.

We feel others' embarrassment because we are empathetic—we imagine how someone else thinks and feels because it determines how we treat others and cooperate with one another. Feeling second-hand embarrassment might be just a byproduct of a more important trait, much like how the belly button is a symbol of the umbilical cord.

#2

Imagine The Conversation

Imagine The Conversation

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Posting Buzzfeed Is Practically Cheating

Posting Buzzfeed Is Practically Cheating

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Hysteria Has Always Been Everywhere

Hysteria Has Always Been Everywhere

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Sargundeep Singh
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why do some people just spew garbage from their mouths about the things they do not know about? It's awful if a tornado drill image can be twisted to form such hate in people.

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He's Also 1 Million Times More Useful Than She'll Ever Be

He's Also 1 Million Times More Useful Than She'll Ever Be

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Rather Be Single And Homeless Than Paying Half Rent

Rather Be Single And Homeless Than Paying Half Rent

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Yikes

Yikes

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

Well her tale was: Son, I'm your grandma and you have a 6 second memory.

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#9

The Definition Of L

The Definition Of L

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Yes

Yes

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K.
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s not a bad thing to be selective about what you put in your body.

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Whitewashing

Whitewashing

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K.
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Science and paying attention...might have saved that person a trip to the burn unit.

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

I KNOW. I'm just going to stare at my palms for a little while since I've got a darker tone than it

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Bunny Girl
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ok, this isn't racist, they're just showing people how to make their drawings more realistic

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Bacony Cakes
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You know you're screwed when you're out-accuracied by Asterix the Gaul comics.

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

This is actually helpful, because while I usually do black and white drawings, I would have made this mistake.

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Black Karen
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3 years ago

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Thats embarrassing. That means you have no black friends, live in the whitest world possible, dont pay attention outside of your world at all, dont bother to do any research, and just make stuff up about ppl you dont know. This is like black ppl drawing white ppl with brown palms i mean this is the epitome of white priviledge that you dont even know that black people have the same freaking color palms as you. Im seriously mind-blown at this.

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Stille20
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Was it a bad joke? The "whitewashing" comment doesn't make any sense.

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Navy Blue Bandana
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are saying that it is racist to color palms white because they are trying to make a black person look more white. But the photo shows that tis is actually what hands look like.

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phantom buni
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, I’m so pale I can see the veins in my hands. When I draw myself I add lots of blue and red to my skin.

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

I do the same with my freckles! Yep, they go all the way to my hands.

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Thomas E S Thomas
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Actually, I know some islanders with with dark palms. The melanin deficiency is found in about 35% of people.

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Aria Whitaker
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It may be found in 35% of PEOPLE...but that percentage is WAY higher in us Black folk...

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A Random Panda
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's fun to look at the line between your palms and hand (where the colors meet.)

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Caroline Driver
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Talk about SJW, has obviously never been close enough to a Black person to notice this fact.

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Sandy Kavanaugh
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cause have the same difference between their normal skin tone and their palms and soles. Go ahead, try to tan the bottoms of your feet or your palms. See?

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Camilla Koutsos
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was reading this, thinking it was a really good tip, then I saw the bear glitch out and am completely gobsmacked.

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Pavlina G
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate the fact I have these pink/peach palms, feet and gums. I wish they were the color of my skin.

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Black Karen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honestly this is so fking disgusting to be so stuck in your very white world that you dont even know something as basic as people who have a different skin color actually have the same color palms as you. I mean seriously you need to educate other white people tht youve learned that black ppl dont have brown palms omg i dont even have the words for this. What a joke.

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Eliška Hůlková
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Are you aware that there are some part of the world where only few black people live? Like Eastern Europe. Is it racist to be born in Eastern Europe?

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3 years ago (edited)

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Remind me of a joke/ Why do dark people have white palms and soles? Because everyone had a little good in them.

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

Ummmmm do you even know white peoples history and how much destruction they’ve caused to other cultures? I’ve met more good black people than white people....

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CatWoman312
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3 years ago

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They were actually trying to be politically correct which is what many people of color strive for...

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Maddie Star ⭐
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3 years ago

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Well in the feed they did say "our skin" unfortunately they chose two very different tones.

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#13

I Always Think That Too...

I Always Think That Too...

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This Would Haunt Me For The Rest Of My Life

This Would Haunt Me For The Rest Of My Life

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Jo Johannsen
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It should. Even picking up a child without the parents' permission is questionable.

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#15

This Animal Crossing Shit Is Cringe But Entertaining As Hell

This Animal Crossing Shit Is Cringe But Entertaining As Hell

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Oof

Oof

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#17

Just Do The Challenge, Man

Just Do The Challenge, Man

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

I cannot even type that with my eyes open. Not without peaking at the keyboard from time to time

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#18

I Hate This Sub But This Fits Here So

I Hate This Sub But This Fits Here So

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Jayne Kyra
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you send someone an unsolicited d-pic , you deserve that message sent to everyone. Your parents, your grandparents, your employer, any friends remaining, and the rest of the world so they know what a disgusting human you are.

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#20

Saying “Ok Boomer” To A Distinguished Scientist Because You Can’t Actually Defend Yourself

Saying “Ok Boomer” To A Distinguished Scientist Because You Can’t Actually Defend Yourself

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#21

What Can I Say

What Can I Say

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#22

Disney Keeps Taking This Down

Disney Keeps Taking This Down

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#23

Honestly More Sad Than Cringe But Wtf Netflix

Honestly More Sad Than Cringe But Wtf Netflix

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Nobody Cares!

Nobody Cares!

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

Wait, you mean some airhead celebrity doing nothing outweighs a human rights issue? Oh, yes. Yes it does. :/

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#26

This Aged Like Milk...

This Aged Like Milk...

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M O'Connell
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, both were charismatic. They just chose to use that charisma to do horrible things. Try and use yours for good.

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#27

Stop Being Norwegian, You Racist

Stop Being Norwegian, You Racist

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#28

This Is Why I Can't Go To Anime Con

This Is Why I Can't Go To Anime Con

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Accidentally Uploading A Picture Of Yourself On Your Catfish Page

Accidentally Uploading A Picture Of Yourself On Your Catfish Page

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

Well well well!! Look a bit man-ish in that last pic, Sandra!!

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#30

When Your Mom Accidentally Shares Erotica In The Family Chat

When Your Mom Accidentally Shares Erotica In The Family Chat

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Oh God...

Oh God...

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

I can't believe this. What the actual f... I really hope this isn't true and just someone trying to stir some s**t.

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#33

What Is Wrong With People?

What Is Wrong With People?

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Post Title (Required)

Post Title (Required)

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

Honestly, the Post Title (Required) is the funniest thing in this post~ I just... can’t stop laughing for some reason.

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#35

Dentists Gonna Have A Field Trip With This One

Dentists Gonna Have A Field Trip With This One

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I See A Lot Of Vegan Cringe I Here But I Think People Who Are Anti Vegan For No Reason Can Be Cringe Too

I See A Lot Of Vegan Cringe I Here But I Think People Who Are Anti Vegan For No Reason Can Be Cringe Too

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mph seti
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a douche. Eat whatever you want, don't brag or shame others about it. It's pretty simple.

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#39

This Man Is 22

This Man Is 22

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Ok I Know Tiktok Comes Round A Lot Here But Holy Crap This Is Disgusting..

Ok I Know Tiktok Comes Round A Lot Here But Holy Crap This Is Disgusting..

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Wow, So Relatable!

Wow, So Relatable!

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

Gosh. Life can be so tough sometimes. Our thoughts and prayers are with this poor young woman.

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#42

Caption: "Waited Outside Her Hotel For 46hrs Straight For This Opportunity. Worth It"

Caption: "Waited Outside Her Hotel For 46hrs Straight For This Opportunity. Worth It"

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What A Simp

What A Simp

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Domino's Or Sex?

Domino's Or Sex?

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Pamela24
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Teaching "abstinence-only" simply doesn't work. Teach the kids about safe and consensual sex and about birth control. If you really care about fewer children getting pregnant and requesting abortions, this is the only reasonable way to go. (Nothing wrong in abstinence as an idea, though.)

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#46

"Haha I'm So Quirky"

"Haha I'm So Quirky"

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#47

I'm Stuck In A "How To Play Fortnite" Speech. This Is A College Class

I'm Stuck In A "How To Play Fortnite" Speech. This Is A College Class

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I Think He's Lost His Mind

I Think He's Lost His Mind

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These Fucking Youtubers

These Fucking Youtubers

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