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There's an old saying that tells us, "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth." Its exact origin is unknown, but an early version of the phrase appeared in print in English in 1546.

The words refer to the art of determining the age of horses by inspecting their mouth, which, even though it's a tricky task, can be done to a considerable degree of accuracy.

So it's a poetic way of reminding us to be grateful for our presents. But the subreddit 'Choosing Beggars' can also illustrate this basic act of human decency. And it does that by showcasing everyone who can't — or, for some reason, won't — express gratitude.

So join us as we explore the depths of this online community in search of entitled people complaining about free stuff. Believe me, simply witnessing their ridiculous behavior should be enough to once and for all remember the importance of a plain "thank you." Even if we don't mean it, at least it helps us to avoid looking like entitled brats.

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Choosing Beggars Are Expecting More From Free Movie Showings

Choosing Beggars Are Expecting More From Free Movie Showings

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I Was Giving Away A Free Dishwasher On Craigslist And Caught One In The Wild!

I Was Giving Away A Free Dishwasher On Craigslist And Caught One In The Wild!

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The sense of entitlement is strong with these folks. They clearly believe that the world owes them without giving anything in return.

Entitled people have a tendency to adopt goals based around their own self-image, often leading them into conflict with others.

While they may be able to put up an exterior of being nice and well-mannered on the outside, research shows that it's all just for show; deep down inside this is usually not how they truly feel about themselves or other individuals around them.

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Yes Gary. I Will Pay You $25 To Pick Up An Item I’m Giving You That You Want For Free

Yes Gary. I Will Pay You $25 To Pick Up An Item I’m Giving You That You Want For Free

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Free Food And Supplies For Students And Families? That’s Not Good Enough For These Two

Free Food And Supplies For Students And Families? That’s Not Good Enough For These Two

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One study even suggests that entitlement can be dangerous. In 2018, researchers from Case Western Reserve University found that entitled people are more likely to experience chronic disappointment, unmet expectations, and a self-reinforcing cycle of behavior which puts them at risk for harm psychologically or socially.

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Think of it like this: when someone thinks of themselves as superior, anything that challenges their worldview is met with defensiveness and anger. This creates a vicious cycle: the more they are challenged by society's limitations, the angrier they become at these "injustices."

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Restaurant Gives Out Free Candy Canes, People Are Mad They Aren’t Organic

Restaurant Gives Out Free Candy Canes, People Are Mad They Aren’t Organic

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Mrs. Jan Glass
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I saw a similar thing when we had a promotion at our store and gave away free cups of vanilla bean ice cream from a local place. The number of parents who complained because we didn't have chocolate/strawberry/bubblegum/whatever flavor their wittle precious wanted was higher than the number of parents/customers who said "Ooh, high quality free ice cream? Thank you!" That's before we got to the ones complaining that they/their kids are lactose intolerant and we should have something for them, too, because it wasn't fair. That was the last community promotion we had, because people are selfish jerks.

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I'm Practising Web Development So I Was Offering To Make Websites For Free. This Dude Didn't Thank Me But Atleast Gave Me A Good Laugh

I'm Practising Web Development So I Was Offering To Make Websites For Free. This Dude Didn't Thank Me But Atleast Gave Me A Good Laugh

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Sofie Carmine
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"you uou are dead ----- just wait and wach" Lol I can imagine them typing it in a rage

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Woman Freaks Out Over Being Offered A Free Android Phone

Woman Freaks Out Over Being Offered A Free Android Phone

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However, social psychologist Jane Adams highlighted that every now and then we mistake entitlement for a sense of self-confidence projected by competent, assured, often charismatic others.

And sometimes, a bit of a fleeting, situational rush of entitlement might even be a good thing. "It can increase creativity and lead to novel, unusual solutions to problems, the kind of out-of-the-box thinking that organizations and employers encourage," Adams pointed out in Psychology Today.

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Woman Begs For Free Baby Clothes Because She "Can't Afford" To Dress Her Child. Turns Down Multiple People Because They're Offering Boys Clothes Instead Of Girls

Woman Begs For Free Baby Clothes Because She "Can't Afford" To Dress Her Child. Turns Down Multiple People Because They're Offering Boys Clothes Instead Of Girls

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beesechurger elite
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Your negative energy will take away from the effects of the essential oils I’m giving them!

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Mrs. Jan Glass
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People are so weird about gendered clothes. My bff used her niece's hand-me-downs for her son, including things that were pink and lavender, and people--usually old ladies--would have complete meltdowns over the little boy in monkey-print shorts and a pink shirt. "But he's a BOY!" Yeah, and you recognized that despite his pink shirt, so what's your point, lady?

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

This needs to be so much higher up!!!!!! I have a Barbie tshirt that my partner rocks like nobody's business. It's not even just a Barbie tee, it's a black Barbie and it says "Soul Sista'" 😁 (calm down, I'm biracial and think it looks adorable on my pale British bf) It's pink and has a rainbow and glitter on it, but it's also soft & comfy from being old and washed a lot, which is why it was pilfered. He endures comments like a champ and couldn't care less. He even bought a pink rainbow collar for Hedwig, our (male) dog, so they could match at the dog park. I have the best dork in the whole world ❤️🌈✨️🤘

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

We don't know what the situation is with this new mom, so I'm not going to comment on her need for clothing donations. What I don't understand is why she doesn't go to a clothing bank or second hand shop where she can pick out the clothes without judgement.

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Happiness is Hippo
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I agree, being a new mother is stressful, I don't think this one really comes under the choosing beggar category. If she was insisting on designer baby clothes, that would be a different matter!

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Queenie-Poo
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a parent of two, you never, ever turn down free stuff. Especially clothes and especially in the first year. You're lucky if they wear it once before it's too small!

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E Hall
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She's a frigging baby! Clothes are pretty much just clothes at that point, no? The nerve of some people.

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Sandra Givens
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sheesh! Those little tee shirts, shorts, pajamas, etc. are not gender specific, even if they feature Batman or are covered with pink flowers. We received a cute onesie that was pink with puff sleeves and a little collar when our son was born, and he slept in it just fine.

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Mini Maria
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow who is the negative one, and the important thing is the kid has clothes.. If they are blue or pink who cares..

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Amy Taylor
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Damn...we had 2 boys next door and I happily took their hand me downs for both of my daughters!!

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Evi Grimes
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honestly though, free baby stuff is everywhere. You can afford to be picky with it.

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Jessica Julian
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was supposed to be a boy. Only one person at the baby shower gave girl clothes because she said she knew I was going to be a girl. You can bet my mama had me wearing boy clothes.

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J. Normal
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There was a woman who threw in the garbage brand new clothes, because her free offer was not taken up. When I asked why she did not donate " I don't have the time nor energy to donate" then I was blocked.

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

What exactly is the difference between boy baby and girl baby clothes?

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Amy Taylor
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When my daughter was 4 she was looking at Spider-Man PJ's at Target and some lady commented "are you picking out pajamas for your brother? How sweet!" and my daughter said "they're for me!" and the lady said :but honey...Spider-Man is for BOYS!!" and without missing a beat she said "Spider-Man is for everyone!" lol well played, kiddo!!

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David Henry
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some days it's hard not to get dark about it and think, "Kinda glad I'm disabled and alone...maybe humanity was never something I was gonna wanna participate in."

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abby smink
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Clothes don't have a gender, and you can't need them that bad anyways.

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Shyla Clay
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mom would put me in a blue dress. She told me that many people would ask about her baby boy. Still alive and kicking, so it mustn't have done me any harm.

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fu yu
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those poor, poor kids having a goofball for a mother.

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

Lol. When someone offers you free baby clothes you take it. We got a lot of used clothes from friends when I had my third kid (I saved nothing from my previous kids because I didn't expect a third). He's a boy but got dressed in all sorts of colors. Yes people mistook him for a girl often but who cares? They grow out of baby clothes sooo quickly so if you get them for free why not? It's such a waste to buy new for a few weeks/couple months anyway.

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Michael Sanders
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m not on board with this one. If you wanna say gender is in the mind and all that’s fine for you. This woman recognizes gender distinctions in clothes and that’s her right as well. All she said was she didn’t want them and then the person giving the clothes seemed to shame her saying she couldn’t be that desperate if she wanted girls clothes. If you expect people to respect whatever gender fluidity concept you are into you should respect theirs as well.

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

Then U’r Poor Little Baby will freeze with that “ Sweet “ Attitude ,Love!!

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Dang I feel sorry for that young boy .. what a lame mom

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This Lady Demands The Neutering Of Two Free Puppies, Then Freaks Out And Claims That The Poster Doesn’t Know Anything About “Dog Breads”

This Lady Demands The Neutering Of Two Free Puppies, Then Freaks Out And Claims That The Poster Doesn’t Know Anything About “Dog Breads”

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Choosing Beggar Angry About Being Kicked Out Of Cafe With Free WiFi For Bringing In Food From A Different Restaurant

Choosing Beggar Angry About Being Kicked Out Of Cafe With Free WiFi For Bringing In Food From A Different Restaurant

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"Pejoratively labeling an individual or a generation as entitled sometimes reveals more about us than it does about them," Adams continued. "Our unwillingness to recognize another's meritorious worth or hard-earned success, which indicates how often we think with our beliefs rather than about them."

The social psychologist said that a good example of this is how Hillary Clinton was viewed as entitled when she ran for political office, but not when she was actually in it.

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Asking For A Free Mobile Phone, And Then Rejecting An Offer

Asking For A Free Mobile Phone, And Then Rejecting An Offer

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Giving Your Church A One Star Review For Giving You A Free Turkey

Giving Your Church A One Star Review For Giving You A Free Turkey

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Mrs. Jan Glass
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You know what REALLY ruins Thanksgiving? Not having any volunteers providing anything, you selfish skidmark.

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My Mom Has A Little Free Library In Her Yard. Someone Left Her This Note The Other Day With A Crossed Out Smiley Face

My Mom Has A Little Free Library In Her Yard. Someone Left Her This Note The Other Day With A Crossed Out Smiley Face

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Researchers at Harvard and Cornell who studied 99 undergraduates and 98 MBA candidates found that entitled people don't follow instructions, because they see them as unfair.

"They would rather take a loss themselves than agree to something unfair," said the authors, who correlated high scores on entitlement measurements with difficulty complying with the 'rules' of the experimental task. Attempting to understand why students ignored them (selfishness, control, or punishment), they found that fairness was the primary reason.

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I Was Giving Away A Free Sofa And Had This Funny Encounter

I Was Giving Away A Free Sofa And Had This Funny Encounter

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

I really am just trying to convince myself that these are not true. Please let them not be true.

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My Friend Recently Graduated University As An Aesthetician And Was Giving Away Free Makeup Products. Cb Wanted A Better Brand And For Her To Deliver, Then Got Mad When She Wouldn't Do Either

My Friend Recently Graduated University As An Aesthetician And Was Giving Away Free Makeup Products. Cb Wanted A Better Brand And For Her To Deliver, Then Got Mad When She Wouldn't Do Either

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Schools Closed For 2 Weeks, Local Pizza Shop Offers Free Food For Kids

Schools Closed For 2 Weeks, Local Pizza Shop Offers Free Food For Kids

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

I think some of these people are just trolling because they (incorrectly) think they are funny.

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Entitled people want to be different from others. But just as frequently they come across as indifferent to others. That's why they often provoke such negative responses in those they encounter, especially those they don't personally know.

If you suspect that you might also be acting like a spoiled brat sometimes, there are things you can do to overcome it:

  • Recognize the feeling of entitlement. Refuse to let it impact your life. If you have a hard time recognizing the feeling, think about other times when you felt entitled and then notice how much that feeling resembles what you're feeling now.
  • Understand that you are not entitled to anything. Unfortunately, the world does not owe you anything. Life is unfair and it's your job to make the best of what you get in life, not to complain about what you deserve but don't have.
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How Dare They Uphold Company Policies And Not Give Me Free Stuff?! They Will Destroy This Business!

How Dare They Uphold Company Policies And Not Give Me Free Stuff?! They Will Destroy This Business!

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Mrs. Jan Glass
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a health violation. I'm so glad the staff stuck to the regulations and didn't give this entitled a*****e a new sandwich.

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Some Kind Soul Was Giving Away Free Food And This Jerk Decided It Was Not Good Enough

Some Kind Soul Was Giving Away Free Food And This Jerk Decided It Was Not Good Enough

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Anon Doesn’t Want To Drive A Free Bmw Or Tesla To His Wedding

Anon Doesn’t Want To Drive A Free Bmw Or Tesla To His Wedding

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

Always result to sexist name calling when other people don't go out of their way to give you free stuff! /s

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  • Find ways to help others without expecting anything in return. How can you serve others without expecting anything in return? Simple: volunteer your time. If you want something in return for your services, consider that what you're getting is "happiness" from knowing that you have helped those less fortunate than yourself.
  • Learn the difference between needs and wants. People with a sense of entitlement have a problem distinguishing between needs and wants. This makes it very difficult to make healthy, sound decisions since you constantly want more than you need. Instead, focus on what you truly need in life and cut out what you simply want.
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Reverse Choosing Beggar: Offers Free Readings & Then Goes Off When Asked

Reverse Choosing Beggar: Offers Free Readings & Then Goes Off When Asked

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

"I'm telling my dad to rape you" is the shitty top of this s**t. Wtf is from with this person?!

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This Guy Wanted Me To Drive 3 Hours To Give Him A Free Game

This Guy Wanted Me To Drive 3 Hours To Give Him A Free Game

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  • Focus on what's in your control rather than what isn't. You can only control your own thoughts, feelings, actions, and responses. Stop focusing on what other people are doing or how they are responding to situations. Instead, focus on changing the things that you have some influence over in your life.
  • Practice gratitude for everything good in your life, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem at the time. Consider everything you have in your life right now: a home, family or friends, good health, etc. Take a moment to be grateful for everything that you have and realize that there are a lot of people out there who would love to trade places with you.
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Starting Early This Year With Those People Who Want Free Plants And Are Also Completely Insane

Starting Early This Year With Those People Who Want Free Plants And Are Also Completely Insane

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Youtuber Spends Over 300 Hours In A Map And People Harassed Him Into Giving It For Free

Youtuber Spends Over 300 Hours In A Map And People Harassed Him Into Giving It For Free

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Sofie Carmine
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Super disrespectful. I'm sure he worked hard on it, it's not like he was asking for a lot of money anyway

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Popular Supermarket Creates A Scheme That Will Help Children From Deprived Backgrounds Learn To Cook A Meal They'll Enjoy, For Free. Apparently That's Not Good Enough For Some People?

Popular Supermarket Creates A Scheme That Will Help Children From Deprived Backgrounds Learn To Cook A Meal They'll Enjoy, For Free. Apparently That's Not Good Enough For Some People?

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Sofie Carmine
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why not donate healthy food yourself? At least they tried to actually make a difference

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  • Think about how your sense of entitlement is affecting other people in your life. How have other people been affected by your sense of entitlement? Have you unintentionally made them feel guilty or resentful because they didn't live up to your expectations? If so, remember that other people have their own lives to live and their own feelings. A person's actions toward you aren't necessarily directly tied to how much you mean to them.
  • Take care of yourself and be kind to yourself because nobody else will do it for you. It might seem counterintuitive, but one way out of self-entitlement is to be kinder to yourself. When you are feeling entitled, it can be difficult or impossible for you to take care of your own needs. Instead, you might fall into a place of self-neglect because you are expecting others to take care of you.

Following these steps might not entirely cure your sense of entitlement, but they should reduce it to a point where you won't be complaining to people who want to give you free gifts.

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Entitled Girl Asks For Free Food, Decides She Needs Delivery As Well

Entitled Girl Asks For Free Food, Decides She Needs Delivery As Well

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No More Free Lunch? Let's Boycott

No More Free Lunch? Let's Boycott

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

Both sides (Police and employees) are acting entitled... and ridiculous. Poor owners.

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Wanting A Free TV Delivered

Wanting A Free TV Delivered

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Cb Asks My So To Take Apart A Futon, Strap It To The Top Of Her Car, And Deliver It. For Free

Cb Asks My So To Take Apart A Futon, Strap It To The Top Of Her Car, And Deliver It. For Free

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Your Free Wood Is Too Big!

Your Free Wood Is Too Big!

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

Sometime ago we at home had wood leftover from building but good to go in the furnace. My husband offered it to a friend for free and he was happy about if. After he didn't pick it up for about a week, my busband asked why and he wanted us to deliver it to him. My busband's response was Do you want me to make a fire for you too? That wood went to someone else after that

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You're Not Giving Away Enough Free Stuff

You're Not Giving Away Enough Free Stuff

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Free Government Funded Food Package Isn’t Up To Their Standard

Free Government Funded Food Package Isn’t Up To Their Standard

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These parcels were sent out to families of kids on free school meals (and others such as disabled folk) at the beginning of lock down. It was supposed to be 2 weeks worth of lunches, and cost the taxpayer £30 each. There was less than £5 of usually poor quality food, the surplus being pocketed by the private company our corrupt Tory govt appointed to do this. It would have been cheaper and way more effective to give struggling people the money direct. No, this wasn't a rejected act of kindness and charity, it was a scam.

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