49 Posts So Cringey That You Might Need To Look Away And Take A Deep Breath Before Scrolling (New Pics)

There is a specific kind of physical discomfort that comes from watching someone try way too hard. It’s called cringe — that secondhand embarrassment you feel when you see an awkward text, a weird flirtation, or a joke that falls completely flat.

The internet only makes it worse by giving people a screen to hide behind, encouraging them to say things they would never say face-to-face.

We’ve pulled the most awkward submissions from @cringeposts so you can witness the fallout yourself — and hopefully learn how not to end up in this hall of shame.