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Someone who is aware of the latest memes, internet events and niche pop culture is often labeled terminally online. However, there is no denying that after a long, tiring day, memes are a great way to get your mood back where it needs to be.

The “How Mental” Instagram page is dedicated to funny and sometimes all too relatable mental health memes. So get comfortable, ideally on a couch, as you scroll through, upvote your favorites, save some to show your therapist and be sure to share your own thoughts and experiences in the comments down below.

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#1

Text meme about humor as a coping mechanism describing reluctance to shower and then loving it once inside the shower.

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UnclePanda
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9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is even worse at my house as I have a tankless water heater that never runs out. I actually have to make a decision!

Multa Nocte
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13 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Agreed. I'm going out for a curry and then to a panto around noon, and put off the shower until about an hour ago. And then didn't want to get out.

Ge Po
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9 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I realised my problem is actually getting out into the colder bathroom while wet and therefore shivering until I finally have dried myself enough so my clothes don't stick too much to my fully moisturised skin.

Pollywog
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2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had the same issue. I got a little heater that I face toward the shower so when I get out it's toasty warm. ☺️

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B
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4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My shower is my happy place. Always. Except before a shower, when it's that cold and desolate no-man's land away from my current happy place.

Dragon Ashes
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5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cannot relate. I always want to shower.

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    #2

    Humorous social media post about using humor as a coping mechanism to deal with procrastination and relaxation guilt.

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    Riley Quinn
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    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The dilemma of adulting that no one bothered to explain to us. (OP, just finished watching Stone Cold Fox, a mediocre action thriller, bc I wasn't in the mood to do dishes and laundry.)

    Nikole
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    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need to break down boxes from Xmas deliveries and take them out to the recycling bin, but instead my kitchen has become a maze. Oh, and I also need to do the dishes. I've been watching Foundation! It's a few years old but I've only just, um, found it.

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    Rick Murray
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    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me. Lying in bed reading this, feeling guilty about not doing all that other stuff that I'm too tired to do in the week when I get back home from work.

    Min
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    9 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel both seen and attacked.

    Lotekguy
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    4 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't feel attacked. This is a safe place to acknowledge the inner sloth we all have. You're among friends, Min

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    Angela C
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I managed to get 2 things done (a load of laundry and cleaning one of the toilets) so the rest of the weekend is guilt free relaxation time for me

    April Pickett
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    18 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The relaxing takes precedence. The tasks will still be there when you feel like it.

    Roester
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That used to be me, but my lovely wife has convinced me it’s OK to relax.

    Sarah
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    11 hours ago

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    #3

    Tweet about making mistakes at work repeatedly in front of the same person, showcasing humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
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    21 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, it's obvious to me that the other person is to blame. Sounds like some seriously bad juju.

    V
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    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ooo, I have a story about that- my last job I found pretty easy, so I didn't know how the other person doing my job on the other line managed to make so many mistakes. Then one day I worked under the manager she normally works under. I could not do a thing right when she was there and all of a sudden felt so sorry for the other woman and felt so bad for saying anything against her.

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    LizzieBoredom
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Work Survival Rule #3: The less work you do, the fewer mistakes you make.

    B
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not just at work. This is my social life.

    Auntriarch
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    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On the other hand, if that person mentions it, nobody will believe them

    Min
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This helps, thank you.

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    Mark Alexander
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    40 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had an employee that was good at his job. Every once in a while a machine would pooch up. He'd work on it and work on it until he finally called me for help. Every single time I asked him to show the problem it would be work perfectly. It became a running gag.

    Abel
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    10 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plot twist: That person doesn't give a f**k about you fails...

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    In a world that often feels like it is moving at a hundred miles an hour, the humble internet meme has emerged as an unexpected hero for our collective psyche. While your boss or teacher might see you scrolling through a feed of cats with misspelled captions or overly specific relatable scenarios as a simple distraction, there is actually a growing body of evidence suggesting that these digital snippets provide genuine psychological relief.

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    At its core, a meme is a cultural shorthand, a way of distilling complex emotions or situations into a single, punchy image. This process of simplification is incredibly soothing for a brain overwhelmed by information. When we see a meme that perfectly encapsulates our current stress, it provides a "moment of recognition" that functions as a tiny, digital hug. Research suggests that the humorous relief found in memes can trigger the release of endorphins, our body's natural feel-good chemicals, which instantly lowers cortisol levels and eases physical tension.

    #4

    Black cat with wide eyes and small fangs expressing surprise in a hilarious post about humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Billo66
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always say that so they will leave. It's not me, just who I've become.

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    #5

    Affirmation about communication and feelings shared in a humorous post for people using humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
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    17 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As someone who spent most of their time on the fringes of society, other people's opinion never much mattered. I have my opinions, and I can be very judgmental, so what goes around comes around.

    IYAAYAS64
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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agreed but age will teach you not TGAF

    Bored Retsuko
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hmmm, no. You can't be a rude a*****e and then expect people to inform you "hello, you upset me btw :-)" It is your responsibility to read the room to some extent.

    LizzieBoredom
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People spend most of their time thinking about themselves.

    Billo66
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anger fuc­ks you up in the head meanwhile the other person is oblivious. It's a silly, backwards, yet unavoidable emotion.

    Abel
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It sounds like paranoia.

    Charlotte
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    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not paranoia if they really are out to get you

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    #6

    A serious frog dressed in formal clothes waiting patiently, humor meme for people using humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
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    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gotta learn how to perform an Irish Goodbye. Has served me well for decades.

    Calane E. Vanya
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    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it's too loud to say goodbye properly, I wave or bow theatrically. If they don't notice that either, I'm not important enough for them to be offended that I disappeared without saying goodbye.

    Billo66
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was already said "welp" so many times lol that face.

    Crystalwitch60
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    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even easier solution,don’t go in first place , so much better 😂

    Did I say that out loud?
    Community Member
    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, you keep telling us how you're housebound, so where are you going to go anyway?

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    Shelley Dawson
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    17 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd just sidle out of the chair and very quietly walk of the door and then get my coat and leave.

    Lotekguy
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the most noticeable rifts in the space-time continuum is how long it takes me to say goodbye to everyone, compared to how long it takes my wife.

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    One of the most powerful benefits of meme culture is its ability to foster a sense of belonging. The "it me" phenomenon, where a user sees a meme and feels an immediate personal connection to the content, is more than just a funny observation. It serves as a reminder that our private struggles, whether they involve social anxiety, procrastination, or the simple frustration of a tangled pair of headphones, are actually shared by millions of others.

    #7

    Young gorilla looking thoughtfully at a yellow flower, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism in a lighthearted moment.

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    Riley Quinn
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    18 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You mumble, thank you, and run away.

    Mel
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    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...or eat the dandelion, cackle like a witch and run away. Still not sure about the correct procedure.

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    Chewie Baron
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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I normally fart out of nervousness and run away.

    Billo66
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well then, don't tell me I'm handsome. I know better liar.

    Abel
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I am so pleased that I farted" should be a mandatory compliment.

    RandoPandoFano (She/Her)
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Oh look, a (compliment)! Must be the last one of the season." :D

    B
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kinda like a dog chasing a car: when the car stops, doggo just barks a bit and then wanders off.

    LizzieBoredom
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When someone gives me a compliment, I just say "I know". It worked for Hans Solo.

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    #9

    Cat with a confused smile representing humor as a coping mechanism in funny relatable meme post.

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    Riley Quinn
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    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't forget to nod and thank them for their patience. They don't need to know the truth.

    SPQRBob
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    12 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you put your ear up to my ear, I bet you can hear the ocean.

    LizzieBoredom
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you put your ear up to my ear, you can hear the sinking of the Titanic.

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    Mrs Irish Mom
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    20 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband trying to explain something to me but he knows my stupid im still not getting it look so he goes again another 3 times

    Michael Largey
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you're a teacher and a student doesn't understand an explanation, never repeat that explanation. Use completely different ones - as many as needed. (This also enhances and deepens the understanding of the students who got it the first time.)

    Lady Eowyn
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A riding instructor I was having a trial lesson with kept saying the same thing. I ignored him and got the desired result. I went with a different trainer.

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    Abel
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. OK. Understood...🤔

    This "collective relatability" helps to dissolve the feelings of isolation that often accompany modern life. By using memes as a social tool, we are able to communicate our internal state to friends and family with very low stakes. Sending a meme to a friend is a way of saying "I’m thinking of you" or "I’m going through this too" without the pressure of an intense, long-form conversation. This low-effort social maintenance is vital for keeping connections alive during busy or stressful periods of life.

    #10

    Social media post stating being silly is important for mental health, reflecting humor coping mechanism.

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    Auntriarch
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    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I also discovered it benefited my colleagues' mental health

    Billo66
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bloody Mary for my soul. (I don't like chicken soup.) :)

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    Adam Zad
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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Life's Rules #3: Don't ever be afraid to be silly.

    LizzieBoredom
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "You can't take your martini in there". "But it's my emotional support beverage".

    Peter Bear
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men." W***y Wonka

    Lotekguy
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get real, BP. You could certainly leave wílly alone, especially when it's a name with a capital w.

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    Lotekguy
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My credo: aging is mandatory, maturity is optional.

    Lady Eowyn
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's the point of being grown-up if you can't be childish sometimes. Doctor Who.

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    Abel
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry I have not the full control of my body 24/7. Sometimes I am like an accident going to happen, specially when I am watched.

    #11

    Cartoon mouse lying in bed crying, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism in a relatable, funny meme post.

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    Riley Quinn
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    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are Pros and Cons to retirement, but one of the biggest Pros is not having to set an alarm bc there's no urgent reason to get out of bed.

    Stephanie Did It
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All through my working years, I dreamed of the time when I could sleep as late and as often as I want. Now I'm living the dream with two house panthers who insist on being served breakfast at 4:30am. (SIGH)

    Starbug
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But you can go back to sleep, that's the big difference!

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    SPQRBob
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    12 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The best sleep of the night happens in the last 11 minutes before your alarm goes off.

    Sam Day
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yah when you look and there’s 3 hours left it’s like you got a pardon from the governor

    Bonesko
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    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whenever this happens to me, I end up setting my alarm 30 minutes later. I end up still annoyed and late for work. I will not learn

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    #12

    Chart with animated heart characters illustrating the ups and downs of doing your best using humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
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    19 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sometimes doing your best means curling up with a good book or your favorite movie. We all need downtime.

    LizzieBoredom
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "When you're alone, and life is making you lonely, you can always do downtime" .

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    Michael Largey
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With me, it's more a matter of doing the best I can.

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    Interestingly, memes played a particularly significant role during global periods of high stress, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. During times of uncertainty, people often turn to humor as a primary coping mechanism. A study published by the American Psychological Association found that viewing memes helped people cope with the stress of the pandemic by making them feel more confident in their ability to handle the situation.

    #13

    Social media post humorously highlighting overthinking and dumb decisions for people using humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
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    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't you wish you could refund all those dumb decisions for oh, IDK, a McFlurry or a taco, or anything but the humiliating flashbacks?

    S Bow
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    18 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! I'd love a taco instead of my brain using cringe memories to keep me from falling asleep every single night.

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    Adam Zad
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    5 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The CPAC afterparty featured còcaine strippers Kimberly Gargoyle and Ivanka tRump. Commas are important people!

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    16 hours ago

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    Crystalwitch60
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    11 hours ago

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    I never over think things anymore it’s toxic , it doesn’t help you one bit , so stop doing it , you will thank me for that x

    #14

    Cartoon character sitting on couch with caption about being naturally introverted and selectively extroverted humor coping mechanism humor post.

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    Riley Quinn
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    18 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most of us are ambiverts falling somewhere between introversion and extroversion. But I take solace in knowing that most introverts are intellectuals, a belief held by some of the leading philosophers, psychologists, and scientists throughout the ages.

    Sue User
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    17 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate the character tests: would you rather stay in on Saturday night or go out with friends. It depends. I need more input. Is there a new movie streaming I have been dying to see?Am I tired ? How's the weather? Where are we going ? Is John bringing Pam. I don't think know if I can deal with Pam.

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    Ali
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    10 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My co workers believe I'm introverted and uncomfortable in social settings. I'm not, but that's much easier to maintain than them thinking I really do not wish to spend any of my free time with them. That rare co worker I would actually pick as a friend knows the truth.

    I’m A Black Cat
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same, Ali, same. Also that one coworker laughs at my sarcastic jokes, while everyone else just looks uncomfortable

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    Charlotte
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can act extroverted but darn it is exhausting

    Chrystina Sumpter
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am an introvert masquerading as an extrovert. I have done this so successfully that people don’t believe me when I tell them I’m an introvert.

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    #15

    Colorful candy container labeled We forgot the name, humor post about forgetting names used as a coping mechanism after meeting someone.

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    Sue Denham
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    18 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me talking about a tv show I've been watching for years: And then . . . oh, what's her name - the one with the psychotic mother-in-law says to thingy - you know, the blonde one . . .

    Terry Reaux
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    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm constantly forgetting names 2 seconds after asking for them

    BC_Animus
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    16 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or not catching their name when they introduce themselves, and STILL don't catch it when they repeat it at your request, and then too embarrassed to ask again so you spend the next 6 months not knowing who they are...

    LizzieBoredom
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    6 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Of course I remember your name! Give me a minute. I think it rhymed with Portugal. I wanna say Hortugal?".

    Charlotte
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    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was told to link the name to something interesting about the person. It half works - now I can say "sorry, I forgot your name but I do remember you hate pizza". Which doesn't help much

    Chrystina Sumpter
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I grew up in a small town with extended family on both sides. Thought I was good with names. Then I moved to a city and found out I was actually c**p with names.

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    The study noted that even memes about the stressor itself helped viewers process their emotions more effectively. By laughing at the very thing that scares us, we strip that thing of some of its power. This psychological distancing allows us to approach our problems with a bit more objectivity and a lot more levity, preventing us from becoming completely paralyzed by the "big picture" anxieties of the world.

    #16

    Tweet by Laurent Perrier humorously referencing anxiety expertise, reflecting coping mechanism humor in social media posts.

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    Mike F
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    13 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I should have a doctorate.

    Crystalwitch60
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    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right so in that theory , those of us with it , are the cleverest in the world then 😋

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    Michael Largey
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The surest cure for anxiety is pessimism.

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    #17

    Muppet character looking overwhelmed with text about loud TV, people talking, and a barking dog, humor coping mechanism post.

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    Riley Quinn
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    21 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love living alone. It's the bestest thing I do for myself. No one complaining, no need for compromising, and no arguments. Ah, the peace is unimaginable.

    Bonesko
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    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My spouse and I used to live in a very tiny 1 bedroom apartment and when we finally moved to a bigger 2 bedroom it was heavenly. We have our own separate spaces and it's wonderful

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    Jesha
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    44 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me with my best friend's husband. Don't get me wrong, I love the guy like family, but the other day while bestie and I were trying to talk he put on something called weirdcore and started trying to amp up the dogs and frankly despite having selected him for my friend I was about to turn her into a widow. To be fair, she was considering the same.

    B
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Always max volume, because the sound quality on shows since 1990 is terrible and all the characters whisper or talk with their mouths full of food. And then the action scene happens and your ears start bleeding.

    Lady Eowyn
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Try closed captioning. I find it invaluable for British shows where I'm having trouble with the accents.

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    #18

    Tweet by Mrs. Grotke advocating to normalize mental health breaks as part of using humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Maya_D
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    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unfortunately that was every day…

    Phaiax
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Sorry to inform you that you surgery has been cancelled, the doctor was not able to come in today due to a severe case of not being in the right mood."

    Sam Day
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    art my job we get two of those a year

    Ali
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    10 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can do this at work - to some extent, I have work I can do when I know I need to work completely solo. My line manager not only fully supports this, but joins in and we cover for each other. My qualifications and experience would let me find a better paid job, but this flexibility is well worth the lower wage

    Bonesko
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    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When that happens I always say I have food poisoning. Oh c**p, I hope my boss doesn't read this! 😬

    Otto Katz
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    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For 35 years I took 'mental health days' and my boss was fine with it.

    Geoffrey Scott
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I called in 'tired' once. Person answering the phone had an issue with it "Just write it down"..boss was cool as we'd gone 3 or 4 weeks straight.

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    Riley Quinn
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    19 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or, you can do what we did back in the old days. Show up to work and just do a half-@ss job.

    There is also a fascinating clinical angle to this digital trend. For individuals dealing with depression or generalized anxiety, memes that specifically reference mental health struggles can actually serve as a form of validation. When a person sees a meme that pokes gentle fun at the difficulty of getting out of bed or the spiraling thoughts of an anxious mind, it can reduce the stigma they feel about their own condition.

    #19

    Handwritten humorous post recommending putting yourself first and being passionate about your own happiness for humor coping mechanism.

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    Laughing Orc
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hello no, I can't do that! What would other people think!?

    Billo66
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    6 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel guilty having read this. :(

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    Riley Quinn
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    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds selfish, but how can you help others or be the person you want to become if you don't stop and take care of yourself.

    Lady Eowyn
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do you have commas floating after all your comments? Serious question.

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    Lotekguy
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great idea, as long as you stop short of sociopathy.

    #20

    Text post about always being ready to go home, reflecting humor as a coping mechanism for everyday life situations.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    18 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are we like this? I understand if the scene is overstimulating, but that doesn't explain why it happens when the scene is pleasant. That sudden impulse of, Okay, I've had enough of [fill in the blank], time to go home.

    Ge Po
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've discovered that for me, it's talking. Even if I love hanging out with you, if there's too much talking, I'll hit that wall and my brain starts to crash. Then it goes into limp mode.

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    Maudelin
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    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's no place like home...

    Kathy Brooke
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless I'm AT home. Then I'm ready for bed.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm ready to go home even when I'm already there.

    Steve H
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I'm on holiday I can't wait to go home.

    Angela C
    Community Member
    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah, going home means going back to reality and I'm never quite ready for that

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    Lotekguy
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The first day back at work after a long vacation is waaaay longer than 24 hours.

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    #21

    SpongeBob looking disappointed at an incoming call turning into a missed call, a humorous coping mechanism meme.

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    SPQRBob
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    12 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because we don't use our phone for that.

    Mike F
    Community Member
    13 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tap the power button, just once. Buh bye annoying call.

    Sam Day
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i feel personally offended when someone calls me out of nowhere.

    B
    Community Member
    4 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I haven't had a phone contract since 2012 and I honestly can't say I miss it. Not ever. (writing this on my PC if anyone wonders or cares)

    Rather than feeling like a "failure" for having these thoughts, the user sees that their experience is so common it has become a recognizable archetype on the internet. This therapeutic side of humor helps normalize the conversation around mental health, making it feel less like a dark secret and more like a shared human hurdle. It provides a community of support that is accessible at any time, right from the palm of your hand.

    #22

    Man reacting in shock as a bird flies near his face captioned for humor coping mechanism posts online.

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    Bonesko
    Community Member
    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Am I the only person that completely freezes when the phone rings? Because, ya know, they might hear me and I'm a crazy person?

    UnclePanda
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For me, that ring heralds the beginning of another round of, "Where the hell is that phone now?!"

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    Sabrina
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please don't budgie me....

    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like this at work. A phone call can always be an email.

    Peter Bear
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here's some advice from a Gen X'er who was raised on this exact advice, and knows it works; suck it up, buttercup. We live in a world with people. You will have to interact with them, so start learning how.

    #23

    Man with wild hair and beard looking regretful, caption humorously showing coping mechanism through funny posts.

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    Potato Vic
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    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Upvote for Hagrid!

    Beansie-never-visited-me-once
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God that is me. I am so guarded most of the time but the second I open up about something, I will spend weeks over analysing what I told them and trying to hammer more nails into my brain to stop anything else from coming out.

    Elwood Schwartz (it/that)
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never tell anyone anything. My go to is: "Everything is the same and it's fine."

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    #24

    Tweet post by user peter humorously asking where to get it together, reflecting coping mechanism humor.

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    April Pickett
    Community Member
    17 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I quit trying, the guilt was overwhelming. Now I just live with it, (not getting it together).

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seriously?? There's an entire chapter on Getting It Together in the Adulting Handbook for People on the Verge of Adulting. I take it, you didn't get your copy.

    Laughing Orc
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "It together" should be the name of the box set of It movies on Blu-ray.

    SPQRBob
    Community Member
    12 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone once gave me a Round Tuit...

    LizzieBoredom
    Community Member
    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To quote FaithNoMore: "What is 'it'?"

    Crystalwitch60
    Community Member
    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Getting it together is highly overrated, isn’t worth the effort most of the time , so much more relaxing ignoring it totally ,

    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And after a while you realise that most people are faking it anyway

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    Dragon Ashes
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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can you tell me where I put it?

    Billo66
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Best I can do is some of the pieces.

    Abel
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Transform and roll on!" or "By your powers combined I am Captain Planet!"... No? Sorry, "I am too old for this s**t".

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    Furthermore, memes offer a unique cognitive benefit by encouraging us to look at our lives through a different lens. To "get" a meme, you often have to understand multiple layers of irony or cultural references, which engages the brain's creative and analytical centers. This brief mental workout can act as a "cognitive reset" when you are stuck on a difficult task.

    #25

    Screenshot of a funny post about ADHD humor, illustrating coping mechanism through humor with a relatable everyday scenario.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You call that adhd? You made it into the kitchen, which is more than I can say after getting distracted in the hallway.

    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't have ADHD. I will make it all the way from the lounge, through the hallway, to the kitchen without distraction... only to completely forget why I wanted to go to the kitchen in the first place. Welcome to middle age.

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    Abel
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    30 minutes reading about Greenland is more time that Trump has dedicated to learn about that.

    Maren Villadsen
    Community Member
    16 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did just that this evening. Forgot to eat my dinner, because I got distracted reading about Greenland.

    Apatheist
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's an updated version of ADHD now. It's AD4K.

    B Parry
    Community Member
    16 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hyperfocus is sometimes a superpower as long as u remeber to enjoy the coffee too!

    Stardust she/her
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had an exam I needed to study for, I got out my books and everything. By the time the day was done, I’d ended up reading all about Jewish history and customs. There are very few Jewish people in my country, I’ve never met one of them. How did I get to that point

    Terry Reaux
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I call that a horrible memory NOT adhd

    Toothless Feline
    Community Member
    17 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then you don’t understand ADHD. It’s not about forgetting, but about being distracted. There’s a reason some of us call it ADHS: Attention Deficit Hyper—Squirrel!

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    #26

    Screenshot of a humorous social media post about facial expressions on Zoom, highlighting coping mechanism humor.

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    pineapple87
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    20 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd love to know what they were talking about. Tbh, I'm surprised no one has said this to me yet

    Billo66
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't zoom with a mime hehe.

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    Nea
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    12 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The host needs to chill and let people be (at least while they are muted)

    Calane E. Vanya
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd love to see that person's facial expressions

    UnclePanda
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My face doesn't have an 'inside voice.'

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bold of them to presume the OP was actually listening to the meeting.

    visacrum
    Community Member
    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is 80% of the reason I don't turn my cam on in group Teams calls. The remaining 20% is that people don't need to see my 'bathrobe fabulous' ensemble

    UnclePanda
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, my 'what a load of BS' face is pretty much my day to day face.

    Louise
    Community Member
    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My poker face is non existent.

    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Apparently my poker face tells people that I'm thinking how much I would like to whack them with a poker

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    Beef Brisket
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sad they don't want to know what you're thinking.

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    #27

    Eagle looking surprised with meme text about success, fitting hilarious posts for people using humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Verena
    Community Member
    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, but sometimes your way only works once, but it needs to work regularly.

    It provides a high-density burst of entertainment that satisfies our brain's craving for novelty without the time commitment of a full television show or movie. These "micro-breaks" can actually improve overall productivity by preventing burnout and keeping our mood elevated throughout the day. It turns the act of scrolling into a series of tiny wins for our emotional regulation systems.

    #28

    Person lying in bed with their head on fire, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism in a relatable meme format.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, wow! Hey, thanks, cause that bit of sage wisdom never, ever occurred to me.

    Bonesko
    Community Member
    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    'Try not to think about it' is terrible advice. Take a couple of shots of tequila instead.

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    UnclePanda
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish I didn't know this but to your scalp, it feels gently warm until you begin to wonder what that crackling sound is. Then you do this silly little dance where you hit yourself in the head a lot.

    Abel
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh , it is like when you think about why you do not forget to breath. "I have to breath!" 😄

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    #29

    Penguin meme showing distracted expression, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism in funny relatable posts.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only way to preserve your sanity when in a conversation.

    Draygon
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    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's worse when you start laughing abt it

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    #30

    Man with messy hair and dark eye makeup looking tired, captioned to express humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fine. Everything's going just fine. Now, stop interrogating me.

    Geoffrey Scott
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "How ya doin'?"...."Adequate"...(odd look).."better than INadequate, right?"

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    Of course, like all good things, the benefits of memes are best enjoyed in moderation. The goal is to use them as a "digital deep breath" rather than a permanent escape from reality. When used mindfully, they are a testament to human resilience and our incredible ability to find light in the dark. They remind us that no matter how strange or difficult life gets, there is probably a cat picture out there that perfectly explains how we feel, and millions of people who are ready to hit "like" because they feel it too. So, the next time you find yourself giggling at a screen, know that you aren't just wasting time, you are checking in with your community, lowering your stress, and giving your mental health a little boost.

    #31

    Angry cartoon cat walking away with caption about sensitivity, highlighting humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    19 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Remember, no matter what comes for you, a stiff upper lip is all you need. Abandon your silly emotions and just plow through life. Sensitivity will never get you to the top floor, only the single-minded focus on whose back you can step on to get there. Leave your humanity behind.

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    #32

    Young woman looking sad at an outdoor cafe, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism with a pensive expression.

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    Space Invader
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And then you're annoyed when all those horrible things you imagined don't come true and everything turns out fine... Such a let-down...

    Lotekguy
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Disorienting when you summon the adrenaline for a confrontation, only to find that the conflict gets resolved without it. Then you're stuck with figuring out what to do with that unspent energy.

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    #33

    Tweet about weekends feeling as short as 30-minute lunch breaks, reflecting humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    17 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are very few of us who can fully relax on a weekend because there are house chores, yard work, entertaining kids, shopping,...

    Mammuttipähkinä
    Community Member
    6 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thankfully i do house chores little by little during the week, i dont have a yard, no kids, and i order groceries

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    Verena
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is actually the message of the Dutch guy getting viral. I live in the Netherlands and we do overtime if it is necessary. Big part of our economy is international trade after all. But if it isn't necessary and all the work is done, we switch to private mode at the time in our contract. Selling 8 hours of our time, plus lunch break plus commute = 10 or more hours is agreed. You want more? You pay.

    #34

    Tweet text humorously appreciating anyone who has ever done anything, featured in hilarious posts for people using humor as coping mechanism.

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    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have done something. Nothing good and never on purpose, but something.

    Stardust she/her
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wasted my bloody weekend, at this point I’ll just accept this shout out. Got nothing going on

    #35

    Man with glasses sitting in chair looking confused, representing humor as a coping mechanism in a people-focused job.

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    Huddo's sister
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    16 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For me it's because I don't mind children, but forget that you also have to interact with their parents

    UnclePanda
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    8 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On the very cusp of retirement from a university, I stumbled into a brief conversation where a lot of retiring administrators were finally admitting to themselves that they really didn't like people. At some point, you've heard all the lies, suffered through endless disappointments, and watched people fail to help themselves millions of times. It was a deep admission for many of us, and we were buoyed to find out it wasn't that uncommon.

    Adam Zad
    Community Member
    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be accurate, the Grinch didn't really hate Christmas. He hated people, which is fair.

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    #36

    Tweet by Emily Leahy about burnout being sneaky because you borrow from tomorrow to push through today, humor as a coping mechanism.

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    pineapple87
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Suddenly I realize I treat my mental health just like my finances - once you tip over to red, you just ignore the warning signs because it doesn't make a difference if you're $100 or $1000 in debt if you can't pay it back anyway.

    Elwood Schwartz (it/that)
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please change those to $1,000 and $10,000 because it's too depressing otherwise.

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    Geoffrey Scott
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am currently testing a theory. Trying to make up for all the sleep deprivation over my 40 working years by taking naps now in retirement.

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    #37

    Penguin cartoon holding head in confusion with text about using the wrong personality, reflecting humor as a coping mechanism.

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    hannahbahngswife
    Community Member
    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Teenage me after realizing I laughed and socialized (I was supposed to act mysterious and not talk to anyone)

    #38

    Tweet about the mentally ill using humor as a coping mechanism, comparing the brain to a DS game needing a reset.

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    Catmom
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Golf-ball-washer-type setup would do!

    Esmeralda Villalobos
    Community Member
    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You mean blow on it like an original NES cartridge! {I am old and know the origin of blowing on game cartridges 😆}

    J B
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was thinking the same thing 😄

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    #40

    Kermit the Frog looking down with a sarcastic caption about wanting friends who understand humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Miss Tinker
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    20 minutes ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wasn’t invited to my High School Reunion. I later found out it was because the organiser knew I would decline & didn’t see the point of inviting me. I was incredibly hurt… I was very shy & insecure in HS & felt rejected all over again.

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly, why? True friends already know not to invite you bc you'd be more content staying at home doing what you want to do.

    Toothless Feline
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    17 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Being invited means being remembered and wanted. It means they haven’t rejected you as a friend.

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    #41

    Social media post humorously questioning how lawyers keep composure while arguing, highlighting humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Andy Frobig
    Community Member
    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you know you're talking BS, it's easier not to be hurt when people disagree

    Adam Zad
    Community Member
    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always wonder how Karoline Leavitt feels, knowing she's going to Hell for all those lies she tells with that cross around her neck.

    Apatheist
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I'm not saying anything without my lawyer present!" "But sir, you are a lawyer!" "Right - so where's my present?"

    Lotekguy
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or internally in the moment. It's called having a "game face", akin to "never let them see you sweat".

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    Huddo's sister
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    16 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I imagine it's because they have a script, that is mostly stuck to. I used to do alright in debating, but when it comes to an actual argument I'd rather say nothing.

    #42

    Tweet by Alex Davison humorously reveals a funny story told at parties is actually a traumatic event, showcasing humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    19 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't you just hate that? You decide to join in and share some quirky story from your past only to notice everyone's horrified expressions. After such a major social faux pas, you need to go out and find new friends.

    Lotekguy
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or, in extreme cases, move to a new city.

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    Cougar Allen
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    17 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then I would say "It's not like it sounds," and nobody would believe me. I finally realized it was exactly like it sounds and stopped making excuses for the abusers. Let them make their own excuses if they want to try....

    Peter Bear
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same thing, the only difference is your point of view. All humor comes from pain. To quote MASH: "Anger turned inward is depression; anger turned sideways is Hawkeye". You can laugh about your trauma, or cry about it. Both are valid approaches, but only one will make you laugh.

    Lotekguy
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wise words, indeed. It takes a little more effort to go Hawkeye, but it is well worth doing.

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    Louise
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    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And then find somewhere new to live so as to not meet these people again. Like on another continent.

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    #43

    Tweet text about saying no worries often despite feeling 94 percent worry, reflecting humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Apatheist
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    9 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Milton Jones: Easiest job in the world - Australian psychiatrist. "Can you tell me how you're feeling?" "No worries mate". "Great - NEXT!"

    #44

    Man with distressed expression holding his head, illustrating the humor posts for people who use humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Nea
    Community Member
    12 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All my pains will be cured if they gave me Cillian Murphy 🩷

    Another Panda
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lolol- but not. I have been struggling in physical agony for years. When the pain reached 20 out of 10, a medico suggested crutches or a wheelchair until my surgery. As I’ve been using crutches for a decade, wheelchair it was. Now I have shoulder pain, to boot. Meds don’t help the pain much.

    ManuelQue
    Community Member
    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really hope your surgery is soon and successful!

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    #46

    Dog hiding in bushes holding a ball, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism through sharing memes instead of answering messages.

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    Robert Millar
    Community Member
    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny how "dog holding his ball in his mouth" conjures up this picture and not the other one.

    #47

    Animated cat sleeping in bed under a colorful quilt, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism meme.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Besides watching tv shows and movies?? Well, I do read a lot. Oh, and I avoid doing household tasks, which is a hobby in and of itself.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Remove the colon, and you've described me. I am my favorite hobby, despite not being very good at it.

    #48

    Social media post with humorous text about realizing wisdom when giving advice, reflecting humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When it comes to giving advice, I'm brilliant. It's taking it that trips me up.

    Ge Po
    Community Member
    Premium
    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or acting on it, for that matter.

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    Ugh, do I have to?
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I overhear things and give them advice in my head cause I don't know them...

    Lotekguy
    Community Member
    Premium
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The best time to give advice is when someone is about to make the same mistake you've already made and regretted.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The best advice is not to listen to mine.

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    #49

    Tweet showing a cartoon child shielding from sparkling golden lights, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Problem is, after years of trauma it's nearly impossible not to look a gift horse in the mouth bc trust has vanished.

    Michael Fernandez
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m on year 60 of dealing with “character-building adversities.”

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    #50

    Person wearing a Hello Kitty costume smashing a computer with a mallet in an office, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Maggie Fulton
    Community Member
    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always feel more like crawling under my desk and assuming the fetal position.

    Ejteh
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey! Who took my picture!

    #51

    Angry SpongeBob holding a giant pencil eraser with pink bows, humor used as a coping mechanism meme.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    19 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How much you wanna bet? I didn't invest in erasers because I thought it would make me rich.

    #52

    Cartoon character with red, bloodshot eyes representing a broken sleep schedule in humorous coping mechanism posts.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was younger, my motto was "I'll sleep when I'm dead". Now that I'm older and catching glimpses of the Grim Reaper, I sleep for 10hrs a night, which is like practicing for death.

    UnclePanda
    Community Member
    Premium
    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I could party for days and nights on end when young, but now I'm convinced I was stealing sleep from my future and that's why I'm tired all the time today.

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    Andy Frobig
    Community Member
    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've worked every shift that ever existed. My circadian rhythms are Stravinskyesque. Musicians will get it

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    #54

    Illustration of a person skipping rope with chains, caption about using humor as a coping mechanism for suffering.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Having a sense of humor when the your world becomes a dumpster fire gives you the necessary space to see clear skies. Granted, it may be brief, but notice you were able to breathe.

    Ugh, do I have to?
    Community Member
    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or just don't mention it at all and only talk about good things. That's how I roll.

    #55

    Group of people in a chaotic fight scene indoors illustrating humor as a coping mechanism in real life emotions.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I swear, I'm going to sue the next person who puts my family photos online.

    #56

    Funny meme with a cartoon turtle wearing a pink bow, expressing shock and humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    18 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah, your future depends on how you react when that invisible hand yanks the rug out from under you.

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    #57

    Tweet about humorous struggle of working with a snack, highlighting humor as a coping mechanism in everyday life.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    17 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even in retirement, I still take "breaks" at the time as I did when I was working. And yes, it's all about the snacks. At least they're healthier than they used to be.

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    #59

    Four cartoon characters with stressed and awkward expressions illustrating humor as a coping mechanism in life’s challenges.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    17 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Optimism and pessimism are wastes of time. You have to find that sweet spot in the middle. Practical realism. Life doesn't give a cr@p about your optimism or pessimism.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm always positive that things will go wrong. Does that count?

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    #61

    SpongeBob lying in bed looking worried with caption about feeling bad, humorous post using humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    19 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nope. Never feel bad for retaliating against a bad person.

    Billo66
    Community Member
    Premium
    6 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same. Malfunctioning empathy gene. I mean, empathy is great, but you can't set yourself on fire to keep someone else warm f­fs. Oh, and you don't have to feel bad for defending yourself. Fu­ck them.

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    #63

    Tweet by jon drake using humor as a coping mechanism saying he will sleep and weep instead of rise and grind.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    19 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My days of rising and grinding are past me. Now, I pull the blanket over my head and lovingly sink into a deep sleep.

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    #65

    Doll lounging in bed with laptop and stuffed frog, caption about enjoying own company, humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    10 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought I'd accidentally switched to one of those plastic surgery posts, but it's not a person it's a doll

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    #67

    Social media post humor about asking multiple people for advice then doing what you want, highlighting humor as a coping mechanism.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    17 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, we're supposed to get 2nd and 3rd opinions for our health and come to a decision. Getting advice from others is like reading movie reviews, but the ultimate decision is ours.

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    #71

    Meme with cartoon dog making a confused face, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism in a funny social media post.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What? Who do you think I am, some money-dripping celebrity who can afford a face change?

    #72

    SpongeBob struggling to argue without crying, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism in a cartoon setting.

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    MeFromTheFBI
    Community Member
    19 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a confession to make, whenever I come up with a fake argument, it gets so heated that I start to cry 😭😭😭😭

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    18 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I get angry, I tend to shake. When I get really angry, I'm as cool as a cucumber. That's all the warning you'll get.

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    #73

    Chicken with wide eyes standing awkwardly, illustrating humor as a coping mechanism in uncomfortable emotional situations.

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    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    18 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel sorry for some of my neighbors. This is the last stop for most of us, so I can empathize when they cry. Sometimes, just putting a hand on their arm expresses the fact that I understand.

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