“Would You Stay Or Walk Away?”: 26 Situations Will Reveal Your True Deal Breaker Limits
We all have limits - that moment when something shifts from “I can live with this” to “nope, that’s a deal breaker.” But where exactly do you draw the line? In this quiz, you’ll face 26 nuanced scenarios pulled from everyday life, work, friendships, and relationships.
Some are funny, some frustrating, and others might hit closer to home than you’d expect. For each one, you’ll decide: deal breaker, or not a big deal?
So, cast your vote and let’s see what you’re prepared to deal with!
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Your Roommate Always Leaves Dirty Dishes In The Sink For Days, Claiming, “I’ll Get To It Later.”
Never had ,never will have roomies lmao ,only ever my husbands n now my kids , they don’t count , do they ? But in that situation f right off ,bloody well clean up after yourself ,
Your Upstairs Neighbor Vacuums Every Night At 11 Pm Sharp. When Asked, They Say, “That’s When I Have The Most Energy.”
Time to break out the heavy metal at 7AM when I get up. It helps me pump up for work.
You’ve Been Seeing Someone For A While, But They Refuse To Ever Post About You On Social Media. When Asked, They Say, “I Like To Keep Things Private.”
Your New Flatmate Insists On Having Friends Over Every Night Of The Week, Turning The Place Into A Hangout Spot
Your Office Switches To An “Open Floor Plan” With No Private Desks, No Walls, And Constant Chatter. When You Complain, Management Says, “It Encourages Collaboration.”
Ah. I remember this being an office trend. It's horrible. People's voices echo. Deep voices behind makeshift partitions spread bass vibrations. Everyone is up in your business, checking out what you're doing as they walk by, stare at you like a vulture waiting for your soul to die.
You Lend Your Best Friend Your Charger And It Comes Back Broken. They Shrug And Say, “It Was Old Anyway.”
Your Partner Refuses To Try Any Of Your Favorite Hobbies Or Interests, Saying, “That’s Your Thing, Not Mine.”
It’s fine if we have completely different hobbies or interests, but it’s important to experience each others’ at least once, assuming it’s not a safety or comfort issue. I love video games & my hubby loves LEGO. We’ve tried each others hobbies out, we get they’re not for us, but have a better appreciation of them.
I tried archery once and I'm happy to leave it to Mr Auntriarch. Admittedly he's never even tried belly dancing, but just trying to visualise it would probably make my head explode. Or possibly tear a hole in the space time continuum.
Probably reading way too much into it, but I think it's the heart behind it that matters. When someone at least tries something they know you love, it's like they're showing interest in YOU... They don't have to like it, ever do it again, etc. and it's completely fine to have separate hobbies. I think for me that's a way I would show someone I care. Even if I hated someone's hobby, I would love to see/ experience it because it brings them joy. *Yep, read way too much into it* If you're still reading this here's a cookie 🍪
I agree completely and I don't think you're reading too much into it. If they find they don't like it; that's fine, at least they tried and that's the main thing. Best case scenario you might find something you didn't realise you'd enjoy! Also, thanks for the cookie *steal*😂
Load More Replies...There's a difference between not trying someone's hobbies, and hating on them. Hating on someone's hobbies is a red flag in most contexts.
It's perfectly fine to mot share hobbies but actually refusing to do something I like together every now and then not so great
It depends on how they handle it. It's okay to have different interests, but if mine are ignored and theirs get shoved in my face as GOAT, I'd have to figure that the partnership may not be viable.
Yep - they won't participate in yours but you are expected to participate in theirs. Big NOPE.
Load More Replies...He's just being honest. It's healthy for couples to have their own, individual interests and hobbies.
Yes, if he would be mocking and derisive of my hobbies. If he had valid reasons not to be interested, such as already trying out one of my hobbies in the past and finding he disliked it, no.
Totally fine. I've dated some interesting people over the years. Former Soviet Army, practicing witchcraft, s*x workers. It's good to keep an open mind.
They Insist On Splitting Every Single Bill Exactly In Half, Down To The Cent - Even If You Earn Much Less
This is when you pay for your own meals and the other pays for theirs. That way if they want something extravagant with fancy cocktails, and all you can afford is soup of the day and a bottomless soft drink, you know you can cover for yourself. Keep the tab separate, so that way if they can't pay they're not dragging you with them.
Someone You’re Dating Has Completely Opposite Political Views, But They Refuse To Ever Discuss Them, Saying, “Politics Ruins Relationships.”
ABSOLUTELY! A deal breaker for sure. If you are MAGA, if you are anti-LGBTQ, if you disrespect women, or workers, or service industry people you have no place in my life.
You Find Out Your Colleague Has Been Secretly Forwarding Your Work To The Boss As Their Own. When Confronted, They Laugh It Off: “Hey, We’re All On The Same Team, Right?”
Your Sibling Always Borrows Your Stuff Without Asking, Saying, “That’s What Family’s For.”
Us 28% “nah it’s ok” - I see you and I was raiding their closets, too! 👀👗
Your Friend Always Shows Up Late - An Hour Or More - Claiming, “That’s Just How I Am.”
Somewhere in between. I'm not going to break up a friendship over them being late, but it's still annoying as f**k.
At The Office Fridge, Someone Keeps Eating Your Clearly Labeled Lunches. When You Complain, Hr Shrugs It Off: “Not Our Problem.”
The Company Announces Mandatory Saturday Shifts - Unpaid, For “Team Spirit.”
Your Rideshare Driver Insists On Keeping All The Windows Shut Tight In The Summer Heat, Saying, “AC Costs Too Much.”
This doesn't make sense. AC on = windows closed. AC off = windows open.
Your Friend Always Shows Up To Hangouts Empty-Handed - No Snacks, No Drinks, Nothing - But Happily Eats And Drinks What Others Brought
You Notice Your Friend Often Posts Photos Of You Online Without Asking, Even Unflattering Ones. They Laugh And Say, “It’s Funny, Don’t Take It So Seriously.”
They Constantly Make “Jokes” About You In Front Of Others - Then Say, “Relax, I’m Just Kidding.”
You’re In A Group Of 8 And 3 Of Your Colleagues Never Do Their Share Of Work But Still Take Equal Credit In Group Presentations
Your Company Uses Outdated Software That Constantly Crashes. They Refuse To Upgrade Because “It’s Worked For Years.”
Your Close Friend Never Initiates Plans - You’re Always The One Reaching Out. Without You, Months Go By In Silence.
Nah because I am that person. I'm struggling to keep my head above water in these dark times. I'm poor and I work every hour I can get.
Your Partner Doesn’t Say “Thank You” When You Do Small Favors - Cooking, Picking Something Up, Or Lending Them Money. They Insist, “We’re Close Enough Not To Need That.”
A simple thank you shows they appreciate the gesture and it's the least they can do.
You Discover Your Close Friend Always Skips Voting Because They “Don’t Think It Makes A Difference.”
I don't really care if someone makes that choice, but I want to here zero complaints about the out come.
Most of these are geared towards younger people than myself, who may be less established or rooted. No way in hell I’d have a roommate.
Principle remains roughly the same, though. It's a hypothetical. On the contrary, that's why it's good to have the opinion of someone who IS established or rooted, because that would heavily change how you view things.
Load More Replies...You were perhaps brought up to behave considerately, which these scenarios suggest people were not.
Load More Replies...Turns out I have little tolerance for people who put themselves first and are ignorant of others desires, needs or requests. Who knew?
Someone putting themselves themselves first isn't a problem, but being an asshole to other people is
Load More Replies...Most of these are geared towards younger people than myself, who may be less established or rooted. No way in hell I’d have a roommate.
Principle remains roughly the same, though. It's a hypothetical. On the contrary, that's why it's good to have the opinion of someone who IS established or rooted, because that would heavily change how you view things.
Load More Replies...You were perhaps brought up to behave considerately, which these scenarios suggest people were not.
Load More Replies...Turns out I have little tolerance for people who put themselves first and are ignorant of others desires, needs or requests. Who knew?
Someone putting themselves themselves first isn't a problem, but being an asshole to other people is
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