Article created by: Gabija Palšytė

Sometimes, it’s easy to believe you’re the only one in the world who’s ever had a particular idea or opinion. Or that nobody else does things in the manner you do, for the reasons you do. But whether it’s a specific way you listen to music, get out of bed in the morning, or generally approach life, it can feel isolating to think you’re different from everyone else. The chances are, however, that at least one person understands what you're going through. They're only sometimes a bit hard to find.

If that’s the case, then you’re in luck! There’s a 2.3 million-member powerhouse over on Reddit dedicated purely to this cause. Aptly titled "Does anybody else...?", this online community invites people to anonymously ask burning questions they’re curious about. Then it helps them find-like minded individuals to share experiences, spark rich discussions, and make them feel less alone.

We’ve scoured the group to find the most interesting posts you might relate to all too well. So sit back, buckle up, and get ready for a wild ride where "DAE" was only the start of the conversations that followed. Keep reading to also find in-depth interviews about our desire to feel unique with psychologists Joshua Klapow and Jesse Matthews. Be sure to upvote the entries that hit close to home and share your thoughts with us right below in the comments!

#1

Lightning striking through dark clouds at night, illustrating a dramatic and powerful natural scene. DAE really love extreme stormy weather—Dark clouds, lightning, rumbling of thunder?

u/bodaciousTEAspiller , Breno Machado Report

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    #2

    Person in a casual black shirt using smartphone, representing people asking does anybody else questions in an online group. DAE sometimes get halfway through writing a comment or reply, only to say "eh, screw it." and just move on?

    u/b1ackcat , Jonas Leupe Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many times, haha. Almost did it here! 😉

    #3

    Customer using smartphone to pay at retail counter, illustrating people using online group to ask does anybody else questions. DAE hate having to make an account for pretty much everything online these days?

    u/MyMediocreName , Christiann Koepke Report

    #4

    Person in a room playing video games with collectibles and figures, illustrating people use this online group concept. DAE stay up too late despite needing to sleep because you don't want your free time to end?

    [deleted] , Erik Mclean Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My theory is that it's also partly a holdover from my childhood, when I wasn't allowed to stay up late, so now I do so in some bizarre attempt to feel like I'm in control of my own life, lol.

    #5

    Person writing on paper at a wooden table, using a pen next to a coffee cup, illustrating people using an online group. DAE say to themselves, “Wed-nes-day” when you’re writing down Wednesday?

    u/EddieBrock99 , Green Chameleon Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I also have to sing part of the 'alphabet song' to myself when trying to remember if Q comes before P and/or R.

    #6

    Hand holding smartphone displaying Google search page, illustrating people use online group to ask questions. DAE get frustrated when watching someone Google something less efficiently than you would?

    u/kitcia , Solen Feyissa Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or they don't bookmark/favorite sites they regularly visit and you see them manually typing out the web address (or, even worse, Googling the website and then clicking that link) instead of just clicking a bookmark.

    #7

    Person sitting on a couch in sunlight, using an online group to ask does anybody else questions casually. DAE have in-between clothes? I wake up, put on hang around clothes...but if I have to go out in public I have another level of clothes for that. Then when I come back home I change back to the crappy comfy clothes. Anyone else?

    u/gbuugx , Max Harlynking Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You guys wear clothes at home? 😜

    #8

    Person holding a stack of folded knitted sweaters representing people using an online group for questions. DAE rarely take breaks when doing physical labor around the house because the second they stop to rest they lose all momentum and won't start up again?

    u/zqillini4 , Dan Gold Report

    #9

    Man with dark hair holding head in hands, reflecting in mirror, illustrating people use online group to ask questions. DAE get pre-annoyed before someone starts talking because you already know how annoying they are?

    u/CellSaga21 , Siavash Ghanbari Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or when you start to notice that a certain person says "um", "uh", "so…" and such things with almost every sentence, so then your mind can't help but pick them out every time they talk and get annoyed.

    #10

    Close-up of a metal fan with blades spinning, illustrating people use online group to ask does anybody else questions. DAE like sleeping with a fan blowing on them but being burried under the covers?

    Kaceycrawley9 , Siebe Warmoeskerken Report

    #11

    Person holding smartphone with earphones viewed from above, representing online group people use to ask questions. DAE restart a good song if they are distracted and not appreciate the song enough?

    [deleted] , Melanie Pongratz Report

    #12

    Person resting on a gray sofa using an online group to ask does anybody else questions for community sharing. DAE get so anxious about the stuff you need to get done in your day that you end up just wallowing in a cesspit of procrastination as your anxiety continues to grow while you sit there doing nothing, rather than just getting up and doing it?

    ajhunter32 , Adrian Swancar Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Change "in your day" to "in your life" and you've got me pretty well nailed.

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    #13

    Person sitting in a chair by a window, appearing thoughtful, illustrating people use this online group for questions. DAE ever just suddenly loose interest in everything and everyone and just want to spend your days alone in silence with no human contact ?

    avocados4sale , Dmitry Schemelev Report

    #14

    Close-up of a white toilet with the lid open in a bathroom, illustrating people use this online group to ask questions. DAE check their pee color and feel proud of themselves when they see that clear hydrated urine?

    mocaro , Giorgio Trovato Report

    #15

    Person lying curled on a bed with white sheets, relating to people using online group for does anybody else questions. DAE not feel comfortable if they have things to do later in the day?

    [deleted] , Yuris Alhumaydy Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't relax at all in the morning if I've got a midday or afternoon appointment, because I'm the kind of person who can get so involved in something I will lose all track of time.

    #16

    Person holding a smartphone taking a selfie, representing people using an online group for does anybody else questions. DAE feel attractive when they look in the mirror, but feel hideously ugly when they see/take a photo?

    u/GirlAnon323 , Cristina Zaragoza Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think that's partly because you're used to seeing your face 'reversed' -- so when you see a photo, it looks weird to you.

    #17

    Man wearing glasses using smartphone outdoors, representing people asking does anybody else questions in online group. DAE get weirdly anxious before a planned phone call, video call, or meeting even if it is very casual and even your friend?

    [deleted] , Hassan OUAJBIR Report

    #18

    Person in orange shirt lying on bed, cuddling a small dog, illustrating people using online group for does anybody else questions. DAE when your pet is cuddled with you, try to explain to your pet the reason you’re getting up and that you will be right back and not to move?

    u/drcrunknasty , Shane Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes and it never worked. 🫤

    #19

    Person holding a smartphone, engaging with an online group to ask does anybody else questions. DAE have their phone permanently on silent?

    u/DKR0002 , Priscilla Du Preez Report

    Data1001
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't even remember what any of my ringtones sound like any more.

    #20

    Person holding an open book with poetry, next to a notebook and pen, reflecting a people use this online group theme. DAE used to count the people in front of them when reading out loud in class to see which sentences you had to read and practice before it got to you?

    u/piefordays , Thought Catalog Report

    #21

    Young man wearing headphones and holding smartphone, engaging with an online group for does anybody else questions. DAE think the music they listen to is really good while listening alone, but when showing it to others, they get extremely self-conscious about it?

    AllTheRice , Roy Javier Report

    #22

    Person driving a red car, seen through the window, illustrating people who use online groups to ask questions. DAE think the elderly should have to take periodic driving tests to insure they can still safely drive?

    u/Anheroed , Laura Thonne Report

    Vicki D.
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DAE think young, inexperienced drivers should have to take periodic tests to insure they are driving safely?

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