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Most of you Pandas should already be familiar with Quora, an extremely popular website where people ask questions and other internet users answer them. To the best of their knowledge, of course. It’s a very social way of getting to the bottom of any queries you might have, as people can comment on answers as well. You end up getting a variety of opinions, some of which you definitely might not have expected to see the light of day.

However, it’s most often the case that the questions themselves are the most intriguing part. Some of them are so out there, so bizarre, they’re likely to stun you with their Twilight Zone aura, making you wonder what timeline you’re in. That’s where the r/InsanePeopleQuora subreddit comes in. It’s an online community that documents the weirdest posts on Quora and other question-based sites. We’ve collected some of their best featured posts to share with you as well, dear Pandas.

So go on, grab some popcorn, get comfy, and let’s go explore the weird Land of Quora. Don’t forget to upvote the pics that amused you the most. And if you’ve seen any super peculiar Quora questions previously, you can always share them in the comment section for all the other Pandas to see.

I reached out to the subreddit's moderator team and they were more than happy to talk about the community, its history, and why Quora is so popular. Scroll down for Bored Panda's full interview with them below.

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Mom Thinks Depression Isn't Real. Thankfully The Person Who Responded Is Sane

Mom Thinks Depression Isn't Real. Thankfully The Person Who Responded Is Sane

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The ‘Insane People Quora’ subreddit has been active since June 2018, recently having celebrated its 3rd birthday. During that time, the community has grown to become over 291k members strong. Most redditors visit the group for their daily dose of fringe weirdness that reminds them (and us!) that fact can often be stranger than fiction.

The founder of r/InsanePeopleQuora told Bored Panda that the online group was founded once there was a rise in the number of Quora posts shared on r/insanepeoplefacebook, a "catch-all for social media insanity." There was a demand for a separate subreddit dedicated exclusively to Quora posts.

#4

What Is It With Parents And Their 14 Yr Olds Stuffed Animals

What Is It With Parents And Their 14 Yr Olds Stuffed Animals

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Umm... What? She Wants To Call The Cops On The Person Minding His Own Business In His Own House

Umm... What? She Wants To Call The Cops On The Person Minding His Own Business In His Own House

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"I saw a comment suggesting there should be a specific one for Quora as it's quite different to standard social media (having Q&As only) and decided to make it from there. Getting the first few thousand members took a while with crossposting Quora posts I found to r/insanepeoplefacebook. Some reached the front page of Reddit which is when the sub started seeing a large increase in numbers and became self-sustaining, meaning I didn't need to post as much to keep the sub going," the founder shared how the community started to grow.

According to r/InsanePeopleQuora's mod team, moderating the community is "fairly easy" for the most part. "The main issues we've faced is when we became the trending subreddit of the day we got a large number of unique views (~200k which is way more than the hundreds we would've been getting at the time) and new members within a few days (I think doubling or tripling our size at the time)," they explained.

#8

Does This Mean It’s Over?

Does This Mean It’s Over?

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Classy S*icide

Classy S*icide

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

This is the smartest question so far. I actually wanna know the answer.

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Politics is almost always a touchy subject. And political discussions on the subreddit are no exception. "The other posts which are difficult are those that bring up political issues. Most of the time this will result in people flinging personal attacks at each other, a large number of bans, and often a locked post. Otherwise, since the number of insane posts on Quora each day is fairly small we tend to only get a few posts a day on most days."

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I was interested to get the subreddit founder's opinion about why Quora is such a popular platform. In their opinion, it has to do with the site's ability to adapt. "I think Quora is so popular due to its age and keeping up with the times. Age obviously helps as it takes time to build up a user base, but then you have to do something to maintain that base. For Quora, they've added several common social media features such as the ability to upvote questions, comment on questions (as opposed to answering them), and following people for their questions or answers," they pointed out exactly how the platform has changed with the times.

"I don't think there's anything specific that attracts weird questions, I think it's just because of the popularity of the site, with enough people on there you're always going to get some strange questions as well as trolls."

#10

She Should Be Proud And Supportive

She Should Be Proud And Supportive

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#12

All Women Were Lesbian Before The Invention Of Baby Bottles And Formula!

All Women Were Lesbian Before The Invention Of Baby Bottles And Formula!

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beastmachine.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I recommend you pop open your cranium and wash your brain once, it will solve majority of your problems

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Quora itself was founded in 2009 by former Facebook employees Adam D’Angelo and Charlie Cheever and became public a year later, on June 21, 2010. Fast-forwarding to 2020, a whopping 300 million users visited it each month. With that kind of popularity, it’s no wonder that some Quora posts end up being weirder than weird.

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There have been some large changes made to how Quora operates this year. On April 19, 2021, the site eliminated the requirement for users to use their real names. That means that users can use pseudonyms of their choice as of that date.

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This Is Incredibly Disgusting, And Also Child Abuse

This Is Incredibly Disgusting, And Also Child Abuse

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How To Make Your Child Grow Up

How To Make Your Child Grow Up

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What’s more, in August, Quora announced that contributors can now monetize their content. A new subscription service called Quora+ was also launched, where subscribers can access all the content that anyone puts behind a paywall. For a small fee, of course.

The r/InsanePeopleQuora subreddit has a few rules for any up-and-coming members of the community. For instance, obviously, all the posts have to be screenshots from Quora, though other question-based sites also allowed. That includes certain subreddits dedicated mainly to questions.

#16

Perfect Relationship Doesn't Exist

Perfect Relationship Doesn't Exist

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Brandy Grote
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you're DATING his mother, you aren't his step anything. And he's older than you so... chill.

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#18

Okay.. I Feel Bad For His Condition

Okay.. I Feel Bad For His Condition

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

Dear Idiot. After reading your post I felt soo bad for you. I have posted a pair of balls and they should arrive in time for your honeymoon. Enjoy. Love, Auntie CaroCaro.

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What’s more, the subreddit’s moderators ask their members not to post any personal information. That means no links to the source material! The mods also frown upon reposts and posts that are obvious satire presented as serious questions (satire needs to be marked as such).

And there you have it. The next time you’re browsing Quora for some educational content, you should keep an eye out for any bizarre posts. We’re sure that the r/InsanePeopleQuora community would be more than happy if you share your finds with them.

#19

Maybe School Wasn’t A Big Priority For Them?

Maybe School Wasn’t A Big Priority For Them?

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Laura Mende (Human)
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The stress that parents put on this child ... "You must be a good student or else..." SAD; REALLY SAD!

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Uhhh.. Don't?

Uhhh.. Don't?

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Vicky Z
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Let him pee on the carpet! That will teach him a lesson! I just hope you like smelly carpets

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#26

Help Me

Help Me

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

There's actually people believing this.. and we wonder why so many things are wrong in the world

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Must Be A Karen

Must Be A Karen

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Emma Byrne
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mask = access to Grandson. No mask = no access to Grandson. Your choice.

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#28

My Brain Just Hemorrhaged. Ohhhh, Honey--Where To Start With This

My Brain Just Hemorrhaged. Ohhhh, Honey--Where To Start With This

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How Can I Convince Him Otherwise?

How Can I Convince Him Otherwise?

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Emma Byrne
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guess you could boast about your free access to health care... Oh right. Or your comprehensive social security... oh, never mind. Umm... You could talk about your affordable housing... Actually, don't bother.

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"Water Privileges"

"Water Privileges"

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#35

No, We Eat Them. A Touch Of Lamb Sauce, Delicious!

No, We Eat Them. A Touch Of Lamb Sauce, Delicious!

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Laura Mende (Human)
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How do this person think atheists are made? You go to the forest and *POP* there is an atheist? Growing from the ground like a mushroom??? Edit: thanks, I never had such much upvotes!

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Sweet Revenge

Sweet Revenge

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

So ...... By going against her will (She used a condom ) he made this lady pregnant, giving her an unwanted child ..... Who's existence is a punishment for your marriage failing? Interesting. Well hey, at least he showed her who was boss.

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Sue Him For Building His House Next To You Too, He Had No Right To Do So!!!!!!

Sue Him For Building His House Next To You Too, He Had No Right To Do So!!!!!!

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#38

“Why Do Some People Choose To Live In Depression?”

“Why Do Some People Choose To Live In Depression?”

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How To Sober Up Fast

How To Sober Up Fast

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#42

They Even Took The Bed

They Even Took The Bed

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

FAIR ENOUGH TAKE THE PC AWAY BUT THE BED??!!? WTH IS WRONG WITH YOU

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Emma Byrne
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Woah there! Calm the fk down. Give the kid his stuff back, you monster.

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

Wow, I wonder what'd they do if they caught the kid drinking

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Joe Reaves
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So many people having the exact reaction this question was written to encourage. At least they're not getting anything out of it unless they're also on here. Look, guys, it's a troll. Questions like this are written for two reasons - 1. because they like attention and 2. the QPP which pays people to ask questions based on the amount of interactions they get. It doesn't matter if all the replies are telling them they're insane, it's the number that counts.

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Brett Layton
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Although I did say the one above was likely fake I broke my bed in my teens and got to sleep on a fold out couch for several years until I moved out on my own. Nothing better than a metal frame bar in your back nightly and a 3 inch thick mattress. Once you learned to lay with the bar right below your ribcage though it wasnt awful.

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

Does he sleep on the ground? Omg some people shouldn't be allowed to have kids

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

When I was in the 8th grade, we went on an overnight class trip and stayed at a motel with either 3 or 4 students per room. I wound up in a room with two beds and no other sleeping option. One person was going to have to sleep on the floor and without any discussion there was an immediate volunteer: Lyman (who was an all-around great kid), because apparently his whole family slept on bamboo mats on the floor at home anyway. Depending on the culture, a mattress might be considered a luxury, just like a mobile device.

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

Don't forget his "door privileges" while you're at it. ("Harsh enough" more like too harsh)

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

I really hope you meant bed frame and left the mattress

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over it already
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Watch? How's he ever going to get back to campus in time to avoid being caught next time?

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Michigan Guy
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

me? take the walls down. leave the little shyster with nothing but studs, insulation, wiring and sad, sad regrets...

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

Of course you’re not being harsh enough. Better take away his closet too. (I’m joking)

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Roxy Eastland
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, you could try listening to him about why he was playing truant.

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Ester Marais
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The bed as well?? are you preparing him for the zombie apocalypse ZOMBIES ARE COMING

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Tom Spade
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No. Sell him to Scientology. John Travolta can be his mentor, maybe he'll straighten the f**k up.

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Eunice Bentley
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I really have a problem with this one. It might be a bit much for skipping school.

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Diane Knight
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What, as if you're not going to love him, no matter how many times he takes 8th grade? That's what we told our children. Let them fail if they want. By 8th grade, let them know that if they want to graduate with the same students they went to Kindergarten with, get to class, if not, it's the future they will have.

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

Wtf?? What happened to talking to your kids and asking why they skipped? And then give a reasonable punishment?? Kids make mistakes, it's inevitable, but this is excessive- you took the watch too?? As far as the bed, you're a s**t parent. Next you're going to withhold food or WATER like that other s**t parent

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

Ever hear of cruel and unusual punishment? Yeah - that's illegal even in prisons.

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nala simba
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, you should take him to the vet and have him sterilised. Imagine, your grandchildren might inherit his evil ways. I would call the police, and tell them what a good parent you you are.

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Orion C.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My parents once took away my bed. At 7. Thanks Mom for the sore that still exists today.

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Mary Peace
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How can he do his work at school if he hasn't slept properly?

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April Dischinger
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You should take away his home too and make him go live with some other people... of the courts choosing!

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

This is so absurd I can’t stop laughing.

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

No, not harsh enough. Take away food and drink for a week. Just watch him begging for forgiveness. Spare the rod, spoil the child, I always say.

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Ella Blackwood
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why don't you just lock him out of the house? That'll show him.

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Buzz Anderson
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OH god no. IN fact make him sleep outside while nailed to a cross, THAT'LL teach him.

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

Well first off find out why he's skipping school. Is he being bullied? - sort it out with the school Is he moonlighting as a games developer - encourage him Is he seeing a girlfriend? - supply condoms Definitely return the watch or he'll never get home or to school on time again.

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

I am going to try to answer this as calmly as possible: YES, YOU ARE BEING TOO HARSH, YOU DIPSTICK!

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

Well now we know not only will he continue to skip school he will never return home after.

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ravina nimje
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Again, we need child protection services and vasectomy for those people.

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James Mills
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

no you're not, take his door off the hinges, remove all soap from the bathroom, and put tacks on his bedroom floor.

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

so your 14 year old sleeps on the bed? the OP must have shaken off some brain cells by sleeping on the floor

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Oliver Graves
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“AM I BEING HARSH ENOUGH?” NO, I THINK YOU SHOULD TAKE HIS FOOD PRIVALAGES FOR A MONTH

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MIA J RODRIGUEZ
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

EVERYTHING ELSE WAS ALREADY HARSH ENOUGH BUT YOU TOOK THE FUKN BED?! WTF?!

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

How is he going to do school now? Even if it’s live, he still needs a watch to know when to go!

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Logic and Reason
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Eh. Honestly, I don’t see this as that big of a deal. Sleeping on the floor isn’t child abuse or even harmful in many cases, provided he still has food and shelter. Bring on the downvotes.

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

no. you should also take away his food, water, and bathroom privileges. For the love of God, what the hell is wrong with you? Do you honestly think this is a good idea?

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Analyn Lahr
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wait. Yes the bed is too harsh and probably the watch. But wait, he has a PC AND a laptop plus tablet?

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Riley Quinn
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely not! He should not be allowed to eat or drink under these very, very serious circumstances. Skipping school is the gateway crime to much worse crimes.

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Gavin Johnson
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, you must remove all privileges, that’s means no carpet, no clothes, no food, no water and this one is crucial, no oxygen. It’s the only way they learn how to behave in a proper manner….

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Vladimíra Matejová
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Are they having a big house? I started to think how to confiscate a bed if you live in a studio or two room apt.... where would you put the bed? :-D

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Melvin Dragvelk
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No. Be harsher. Take away his clothes and the right to be in the house. Make him sleep naked on the front lawn. Maybe he will get lucky and a guy with a van will stop by and pick him up. He would be better off with him than with you.

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The Horror

The Horror

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

Don’t make her stop! It’s clear she enjoys history and might become a historian!

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Dave Ramsey Has Entered The Chat

Dave Ramsey Has Entered The Chat

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Samantha Lomb
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well I guess we know where the dysfunctional rich kids on the other threads come from

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Suing Bees Is Logical

Suing Bees Is Logical

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This Kids Life Sounds Horrible

This Kids Life Sounds Horrible

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

How to make sure you never see the kid once he becomes an adult. Also using god to justify being a controlling bitch is sick

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#48

This Person Seems To Be Genuinely Asking, Somehow

This Person Seems To Be Genuinely Asking, Somehow

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#49

Yeah Autistic People Everywhere Hate You

Yeah Autistic People Everywhere Hate You

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#50

Yeah! You Should Totally Go On The Date And Get This 27 Year Old Man In Potential Danger With The Law!

Yeah! You Should Totally Go On The Date And Get This 27 Year Old Man In Potential Danger With The Law!

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