Most of us know how incredibly important it is to live next to people who we like (or at least tolerate). When you get along with your neighbors, things are great. Unfortunately, the opposite is also true! A truly bad neighbor—likely from the 5th circle of hell—can make you miserable. And you should see how poorly they communicate…

Our team here at Bored Panda has curated a list of images showing what kinds of messages and notes some awful neighbors have actually sent. Some of them are relatable, and others might make you laugh through tears. Scroll down to see how nonsensical and frustrating things can get.

Bored Panda got in touch with social psychologist Alison Jane Martingano, Ph.D., for a chat about how people can connect with the people in their neighborhood, as well as how to have empathy for problematic neighbors. Martingano is an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, the host of the 'Psychology and Stuff' podcast, and runs the 'What Do You Mean?' blog on Psychology Today. You'll find our full interview with her below.

#1

These Are Some Nice Neighbors

These Are Some Nice Neighbors

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    #2

    Joy-Hating Neighbor Writes Psychotic Threatening Note

    Joy-Hating Neighbor Writes Psychotic Threatening Note

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    #3

    Things You Can't Borrow: Children, Decency, Respect

    Things You Can't Borrow: Children, Decency, Respect

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    #4

    When Life Doesn't Give You Lemons, Make Stolen Lemonade

    When Life Doesn't Give You Lemons, Make Stolen Lemonade

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    Annabelle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell you what. Go back through these texts. You could have had a free courtesy warning, but you've just proven you're a remorseless thief, so instead of going to your girls' lemonade stand, I've reported your theft to the police. They'll help you better understand legal and ethical decision-making in your new business.

    #5

    There Is A Dumpster That Is Illegally Taking Up A Parking Spot On My Street With A Note Saying Not To Use It

    There Is A Dumpster That Is Illegally Taking Up A Parking Spot On My Street With A Note Saying Not To Use It

    I’d been leaving other notes making fun of their note. Today, someone else joined in.

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    #6

    At Least They All Took The Time To Discuss It And Write A Note vs. Telling Them Immediately

    At Least They All Took The Time To Discuss It And Write A Note vs. Telling Them Immediately

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    #7

    My Friend Came Home To Find This Note On His Door

    My Friend Came Home To Find This Note On His Door

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    #8

    Oops

    Oops

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    char
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Karyn with a Y?? That's the greatest thing I've ever seen

    #9

    The Ending To This Note On The Little Library In My Neighborhood Definitely Takes A Turn

    The Ending To This Note On The Little Library In My Neighborhood Definitely Takes A Turn

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    #10

    Probably Not The Response She Was Hoping For

    Probably Not The Response She Was Hoping For

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    #11

    Love And Parking

    Love And Parking

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    Annabelle
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, how I would looooove showing these to your gf.

    #12

    An Invitation

    An Invitation

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    #13

    When Your Pet Is Also A Looney Tunes Character

    When Your Pet Is Also A Looney Tunes Character

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    #14

    So I Got This Note On My Car, The Second Picture Is My Daily Parking Situation

    So I Got This Note On My Car, The Second Picture Is My Daily Parking Situation

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    #15

    A Neighbor Continues To Park In Front Of My House, Even After Leaving Them Several Polite Notes. This Is My Latest Reaction

    A Neighbor Continues To Park In Front Of My House, Even After Leaving Them Several Polite Notes. This Is My Latest Reaction

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    tw 72
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What does he mean "in front of my house"? My friend's neighbor doesn't understand that, on a public street, anyone can park anywhere. He thinks that no one should park in front of his house.

    #16

    A Merry Christmas From Your Friendly Neighbor

    A Merry Christmas From Your Friendly Neighbor

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    #17

    Passive-Aggressive Note

    Passive-Aggressive Note

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    #18

    Mailbox Damaged - Found This Note

    Mailbox Damaged - Found This Note

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    #19

    The Lady And The Tramp

    The Lady And The Tramp

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    #20

    If You Want The Snacks, You’ll Get The Vax

    If You Want The Snacks, You’ll Get The Vax

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    #21

    What Is Wrong With People? Open Your Own Mail

    What Is Wrong With People? Open Your Own Mail

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    #22

    My Friend Got This Concerned Note Through Her Letterbox This Morning

    My Friend Got This Concerned Note Through Her Letterbox This Morning

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    #23

    Time To Unleash Some Kung Pau Vengeance

    Time To Unleash Some Kung Pau Vengeance

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    #24

    My Landlord Texted Me This After He Kicked My Sweet Elderly Neighbor Out Of Our Duplex So He Could Move In

    My Landlord Texted Me This After He Kicked My Sweet Elderly Neighbor Out Of Our Duplex So He Could Move In

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    #25

    Asking Someone In 2021 If They Know Covid Like It’s The Muffin Man

    Asking Someone In 2021 If They Know Covid Like It’s The Muffin Man

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    #26

    Where’s Jason Voorhees When You Need Him?

    Where’s Jason Voorhees When You Need Him?

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    #27

    The Same Cranked Out Neighbor Who Left Us A Note Last Year About Our Other Dog Barking Left Us One Today

    The Same Cranked Out Neighbor Who Left Us A Note Last Year About Our Other Dog Barking Left Us One Today

    Keep in mind he lives in a shed in his mom's backyard like ten feet away from my fence. He's also the same guy who blows through the stop sign and flies around the neighborhood like he owns it. Man, I hate tweakers.

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    #28

    My Neighbor Is A Charmer

    My Neighbor Is A Charmer

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    #29

    Because It’s Too Much Work To Just Look Down

    Because It’s Too Much Work To Just Look Down

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