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Some rules exist because they had to be implemented. Like the speed limit or legal drinking age. Meanwhile, some rules have backfired big time and made the people who implemented them regret their decision. Check out our previous post about such instances right here.

But there are rules that need no introduction. They’re not documented in books nor authorized by law, and still, they govern our daily lives. This simple “common sense” is also known as “unwritten rules” and they refer to common behavioral constraints we all take for granted.

Things like not swiping sideways if someone shows a picture on their phone, or never making fun of someone else’s laugh. Sounds random, but people swear by it! Scroll down below for more unspoken rules listed by people online.

#1

50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Never ever make fun of someone who is overweight at the gym.

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Jihana
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Never make fun of someone who is overweight, period. Oh wait, let me rephrase that: Never make fun of someone, period!

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    #2

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If someone comes up to you that you don't know starts loudly talking about being your friend you play along

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    #3

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If you're wrong, admit it.

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    Beth S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So much this. This needs to be higher on the list. Being wrong and learning is a part of personal growth. Even if I am in a heated debate with someone and arguing my point and it all of a sudden dawns on me that they are right, I will immediately concede. Always good to be moldable, being rigid doesn't do anyone any good.

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    #4

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” You having a bad day doesn't mean that you have to ruin other people's day.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to have to remind my daughter frequently not to take her bad mood out on me. It was quite effective because she would then explain what was bothering her and then she felt less grumpy.

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    #5

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't play your music out loud when in public. For example: While walking down the street or sitting on a bus one should not be blasting music on their personal device. Buy a pair of damn headphones.

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    Hawkmoon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The people who do that have, in addition, an unfortunate tendency to have shitty taste in music. Just sayin'

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    #6

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Always let people out before walking in. This applies to elevators, trains, or anything similar.

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    oktopus
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have never understood why this simple concept is evidently so difficult for so many people...

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    #7

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If someone is giving you a ride, be ready before the person arrives to pick you up.

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    Beth S
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Manners cost nothing... Although I do realize for those with ADHD this can be a monumental task most days.

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    #8

    When driving and someone lets you into the traffic stream, be sure to do the "Thank You Wave."

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    #9

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't wear white to a wedding, and don't propose at someone's wedding. I'm sure this sucks to hear, but that is not your day. Don't be a d*ck.

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    Beth S
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree! Don't steal the spotlight away from someone else's special day.

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    #10

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” When I show you a singular picture on my phone, don't ever try to swipe left or right.

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    #11

    Dont hit on women when they're at work. They're not flirting, theyre just being nice, it's their job.

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    #12

    If someone holds a door open for you, then please acknowledge them or say thank you. I'm not your servant.

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    Jessi Lovely
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This may may be trivial, but also don’t hold the door open because of gender. Do it to be kind.

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    #13

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Be the person your dog thinks you are.

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    Beth S
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can try, but I am unsure if I can accomplish that level of awesomeness. LOL

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    #14

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Chew with your mouth closed.

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    Irishwoman abroad
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does this even need to be on this list!

    Karen Taylor
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because, unfortunately there are still some vile people out there who Don't get that the rest of us do not want to see what passes for a cement mixer in action on their bloody faces! Would help if TV shows made a point of ensuring their characters keep their mouths closed when eating as this is where a lot of youngsters learn it.

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    Zophra
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was sick recently . I couldn't breath out my nose. I noticed it was harder to chew with my mouth closed and breath at the same time. Maybe some (not all ) people have allergies or something where they do not breath through their noses? Just an observation.

    Anaïs Grobin
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes my father had manners but lifelong sinus problems, he chewed with his mouth open but NOT loudly. He made an effort to be quiet. My husband never learned any manners as a kid, my family taught him table manners, and I taught him simple things like saying "excuse me" when someone is standing in his way (he used to say the dumbest stuff, or just pick other people up and move them- im not kidding)

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    DeadLetterOffice
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    also, please stop drinking drinks with a mouthful of food and then leaving disgusting soggy food ring around the rim of your glass. It’s friggin revolting.

    Anaïs Grobin
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm grateful that my young daughter is the only person I've known that does that!

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    Ziya
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ikr, when I hear someone chewing loudly or see someone eating with open mouth, I just lose my appetite... Is it just me or.....?

    Barbora Macková
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have this anxious-anger cycle of panic in my mind when I hear someone chewing out loud. I'm losing appetite normally (which isn't normal at all, lol), so it makes no difference for me. I just have an urge to leave the room or blast the music into my ears until I'm close to breaking my eardrums.

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    David Brown
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This should be much higher on the list.

    Scourge McCloud
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can understand it if someone is having a hard time breathing and getting air properly (those health problems run in my family) but if they're doing it just to be gross and purseposely showing me their chewed up food, that's when my irritation kicks in.

    lucremia
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a person with mysophonia, I cannot stand when someone eats with their mouths open. It's a crippling disability

    Rachel Ashwell
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have that as well. It is all I can do to not punch that person in the face. I have to leave the room because my anxiety goes through the roof.

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    Stephanie Goadsby
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This coupled with mmm...nom...inom...noises while you chew, expressing your enjoyment of the food. I'm glad you enjoy what you're eating, but I don't want to hear you making love to your food. It's a revolting sound that puts me right off my meal.

    frederick clause
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In some cultures smacking your lips is a sign that you are enjoying your food.

    Anaïs Grobin
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And in some cultures, it's considered the opposite, especially western cultures, where eating quietly indicates that you are concentrating on the meal.

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    Ellie Rosser
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This includes chewing GUM. And no, you can't talk and chew at the same time either, unless you can talk with your mouth closed.

    Vickie Tackett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's the most disgusting thing there is! Someone talking with their mouth full, and their food spitting everywhere! Ugh!

    Tanya Venter
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And do not lick your fingers, use a napkin.

    Remi
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it was finger food, then my fingers are in the food. sry

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    Puppeteer Saint
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does the picture have to be a donut??? I'm trying to diet here..

    Lylan Daina
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This applies only to western culture

    Keisha Washington
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes because none no one wants to see the progression of you dissembling your food before sending it to the next phase.

    L1z
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In some cultures, this doesn't matter. It also doesn't bother me unless someone is doing it intentionally to be annoying.

    Jozsef Szabo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And don't talk while chewing food. Swallow the food before you say something.

    PC
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I often can't breathe when I chew w/ my mouth closed. It's why I prefer eating by myself.

    Johanne Trudeau
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing more annoying or disgusting than someone chewing with their mouth open!! UGH!!!!

    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh! Not all countries have this rule. I worked with a woman from Myanmar who not only chewed with her mouth open, but smacked(?) her food as well. It was loud & disgusting. Since we both usually ate at our desks, I would just go to the break room when I saw her pulling out her lunch.

    Isaak Carrillo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My little brother is 17 now and still smacks with his mouth wide-open I swear I've been fighting this battle against him forever

    Barbora Macková
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh yes.. not actually a chewing out loud but this is the only reason I don't wanna visit Japan. IDK how true it is, I just read about it.. but.. people apparently slurp their food. You are supposed to eat loudly to express the enjoyment, I read. I find it disgusting. Different culture, I guess.. if I'm wrong about that, please correct me. And don't get me wrong, I love different cultures (except my own, lol) but this is literally the only thing which is grossing me out.

    AniLiquorice
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My colleagues at lunch break always chew loudly because they're from other cultures where it's normal

    Kristina Cowan
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't smack, gum or whatever, misophonia is not fun!

    Shortstuff
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...and don't stuff your mouth so full, then talk, spitting food around the table! Yes, know a few of these.

    Katinka Min
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is different in different cultures.

    Fxcku
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People with braces can't. Go fck urself

    Karen Kaiser
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes please! I knew a friend's hubby full grown man open mouth dropped more food on him, the table, floor, etc then he actually ate disgusting. Not to mention he took a full plate barely ate any and dumped the almost full plate in the sink. I ask he wipe his hands before letting my dog. Never did. My dog had encrusted crap in his fur. I started pulling him away and he got pissed I wouldn't let him near my dog with food encrusted hands.

    Joanna Jamil
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I couldn't agree more!!!! It can't always be helped, but many people don't want to hear you loudly eating either.

    Dávid Csonka
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What? Damn. Obviously. Eww. Why is this even here?

    Meraj
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if you can't close your mouth when you chew, at least cover it and try to minimize the sounds you make.

    Patrice Collins
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My five siblings and I grew up being taught impeccable manners. I was shocked when I dined out with them in our adult years. Elbows on the table, mopping up anything with bread, inhaling is if they hadn't had a meal in 30 days. I honestly don't get it.

    Gareth Baus
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Assuming you have a working nose and sinuses.

    Isaac Harvey
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The fact that this is even on here says a lot…

    Alan Gale
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...and don't try to hold a conversation with your mouth full of food!

    Remi
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...unless your nose is stuffy and you're needing the oxygen

    Debbie Oakes
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is an ENORMOUS pet peeve of mine!! So gross…I can’t stand the sound.

    Ms. Human Being
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone in my family does this, but I’m way to embarrassed to tell them

    Anjelika
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it depends on the country or continent, in Asia , there are countries where its ok to chew with your mouth open

    David Rocheleau
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mouth breathers do this ALL THE TIME

    Remi
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yep, cause they'd suffocate otherwise

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    N Goodman
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've been guilty lol. But seriously no one wants to see the chewed food in your mouth.

    ashlee bee
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    not everyone is American lmao

    Injun Joe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I should have added that I asked them to stop first. Then he continued on with a huge intentional slurp. But oh well.

    Mari Bryant
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My father beat it into us. "Tastes better with your mouth closed". Now he's 80 and guess who chews with their mouth open? I don't say anything bc of his age, but I think it really hard!!

    Injun Joe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or slurp. Someone found out real quick when they actually felt the back of my hand.

    Debrina Blackmoon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    RIGHT?! Also, for those who KNOW BETTER-STOP TALKING WITH FOOD IN YOUR MOUTH! NASTY FUCKKS!

    chicken
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my friends say I have bad manners because I eat with my mouth open however it's hard to stop since I have already made it a habit.

    Teresita de la Torre
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Figure it out. Someday you'll be eating in front of a girl you like or an employer or a client. I've ended relationships, both personal and professional over this.

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    #15

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Pay people back before they have to ask you to.

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    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't [frigging] cheat on your SO. It's not cool. If you wanna f**k someone else, break up with your SO first instead of being a secretive c**t. Happens way too often.

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    #17

    For the love of God, just return the shopping cart when you’re done with it

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    #18

    If you're walking side by side on a sidewalk and someone comes towards you, f**king make room.

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    Irishwoman abroad
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or if someone comes up behind you, obviously in a hurry, let them pass!!

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    #19

    Always tell a girl if she's bled through on her period.

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    #20

    Don't touch me or stand so close to me that I can feel you breathing if I don't know you! Seems so simple, but so many people are disrespectful of personal space.

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    Kay blue
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Two years of a global pandemic and yet some people still have no concept of personal space.

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    #21

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Be patient with the elderly unless they're being [jerks]

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    Mama Panda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about just be patient with everyone unless they're being jerks.

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    #22

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If you borrow a friend's car, fill up the tank when returning it as a thank you.

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    Kimikazi
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I lent someone by motorcycle and he almost depleted my fuel when he brought it back. I didn't bother to check and I got stranded when I was going home. I was so livid. 😡😡😡😡

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    #23

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Leave it better than you found it.

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    #24

    Life isn't fair and thank goodness - imagine the horror of knowing that every bad thing that happened to you happened because you deserved it.

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    Beth S
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a wonderful viewpoint and I think I am going to steal it to send to my 21 year old son. I wish I actually read this sooner.

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    #25

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't bother someone with headphones in unless it's important. They have headphones in for a reason.

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    Beth S
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are a lot of times it is a coping strategy for anxiety.

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    #26

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Maintain personal hygiene regularly

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    #27

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” For women: always have an extra pad or tampon on you. You never know when another woman might desperately need it. You may not like her, but this is your one exception to be nice. We've all been there.

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    #28

    Always say please and thank you. Good to do it until it becomes second nature. Most people know this, but not everyone does it.

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    #29

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If you're going to ask someone to help you move, please have all the boxes already packed and ready to go.

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    Beth S
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also don't be a d**k to those helping you move! I had one person that knew I had health issues snap at me because I wasn't moving stuff fast enough and had to take too many breaks. I was there during my free time, with my husband, as well as 3 or 4 other friends.

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    #30

    Always start with the question "how might I be wrong?" Everyone can figure out a reason to believe they're correct, but if you look for reasons you are wrong first you will make fewer horrific assertions and mistakes. "How might I be wrong" is the core question of science and the start of all wisdom.

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    #31

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Never ask a woman if she's pregnant

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    Beth S
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also when a woman is pregnant - keep your hands and inappropriate comments to yourself. They do not become public property when they are with child.

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    #32

    If a bro [passes away] while lifting, put more weight on the bar, then call 911

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    Catarina
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG this One is hillarious 🤣🤣

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    #33

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Common sense ain't that common, so explain things in the simplest manner you possibly can.

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    chicken
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    me having common sense is about as common as a chicken crossing the road.

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    #34

    We have an ABC mantra at work: Assume nothing. Believe nobody. Check everything.

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    Julian Trevino
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should be the rule of life! Just because you read it on social media doesn't mean it's true. How can there be so many legitimate sites to verify facts, but people choose Sally's "Uncle Joe"?

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    #35

    When letting cars into traffic, you let one then you go, just keep alternating.

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    Scagsy
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When someone lets you out or in, please salute them in gratitude. Failure to do so will result in you becoming the focus of a rage second only to the eye of Sauron.

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    #36

    The first time visiting someone's place you bring something. Anything. Bottle of wine, six-pack, food, origami penguin. Something.

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    Jihana
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would want the origami penguin!

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    #37

    Don’t touch another person’s hair just because you think it’s pretty.

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    Mama Panda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one right here!! When my son was born, he had bright red hair. Every damn time we went out, people would come up to us and want to touch his hair. Of course I had stupid people accuse me of dying his hair. But they still had to put their "god only knows what is on their fingers" all over my son's head. Even after I asked them nicely. Even after I was rude to them. Even after I threatened bodily harm. They would still try to touch his hair. People are rude!

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    #38

    Especially to your kids, don't make promises you can't keep. Also, don't ever threaten to do something you can't or won't follow up on.

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    Vanessa Richardson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw a shirt recently that says “No one is more full of sh*t than a parent who just said “maybe.” Lol

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    #39

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If someone clearly doesn't want to talk to you or needs to be somewhere else, let them be.

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    #40

    Never refuse when someone offers you a breath mint

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    Hazel Wasil
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because your breath smells like a wet dog after he rolled in his own poop.

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    #41

    Don't touch a disabled person's mobility aids without being specifically asked to do so by the person. Wheelchair, scooter, cane, dog, walker, whatever they are using don't touch it unless they ASK you to. View it as a stranger trying to touch your legs, do you want rando to pick up your leg? Move your leg? Pet your leg? Probably not.

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    BonnyDK
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And for God’s sake don’t judge someone with mobility issues or make fun of them. You have no clue how much pain they are in just to walk.

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    #42

    Never say something to someone you love that you can't recover from in the heat of an argument. You love that person for a reason.

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    Monic Krugell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and learn to forgive things that was said in the heat of the moment - no use letting them hurt you forever

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    #43

    Ask the person if they are at the back of the line before you join it.

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    #44

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Cover your mouth when you cough with your elbow, not your hands that you will then touch a bunch of stuff with. Applies to sneezes as well. In general, just keep your gross bodily fluid to yourself unless clearly requested to share.

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    Enzo Palermo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    requested to share??? hell nah censor this BP 🤣 /j

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    #45

    If you're in someone else's home/car/yard- Anything of someone else's, ASK before you do something. No, I don't want you smoking in my car. I don't want you feeding my dog food from the table. Just stop.

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    Lioness Nature
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely agree with feeding my dog human food. It's my number one rule. He has his own food and treats I paid a lot for. Plus if it's something he is allergic to I'm sure you won't foot the vet fees. Just say no to him and he'll walk away.

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    #46

    If a street performer makes you stop walking, you owe him a buck.

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    Catarina
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless he/She is a clown and u (as me) are afraid of them and that was y u stoped.....

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    #47

    The window seat gets an armrest and a wall, the middle seat gets two arm rests, and the aisle seat gets an arm rest and a little extra leg room. We're not savages, we live in a society.

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    Aaron W
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The unmatched wisdom of Jim Jeffries....

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    #48

    If you can smell yourself it's too late.

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    T. D.
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some once said to me: When you stsrt to smell yourself, other ppl have been smelling you for 3 days

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    #49

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” After applying restraints to objects in the flatbed of a truck, saying "Yep, that's not goin' anywhere" is an absolute necessity.

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    Kevin Felton
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Make sure you twang the strap when you say it. Otherwise it absolutely will go somewhere.

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    #50

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” We don't fight at weddings.

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    #51

    Don't break the rules of traffic in an attempt to be courteous to other drivers. It often just makes situations more confusing and stressful than necessary. Just obeying the regular rules is far more appreciated.

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    oktopus
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    See this kind of situation so often on dashcam videos - someone with right-of-way slows down to kindly let someone out, who then proceeds directly into the path of another vehicle which was behaving correctly for the general situation.

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    #52

    Don't go up to a cashier while talking on your mobile and expect to be served

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    KSir
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I worked retail and in restaurants for years and if people were on their phone and trying to get me to serve them, I would just walk away until they are off. Some people would get angry but they couldn't argue with me about it because I'd tell them that I waited until they were off the phone to not be rude by interrupting their conversation. Usually people got the hint that they were being rude. If they had an issue with it, I'd show them the door. Be polite to those who are serving you in whatever capacity, we do not have to be there and we do not need to decode whether or not you are speaking to us. Also, please, please stop having conversations on speaker in public. I don't care what Jimmy wants from the grocery store. But, if people insist on having speaker phone conversations in public, I try to make sure I stare at them and listen intently as they want the public to. Sometimes I even join in on the convo. You make it public, let's play.

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    #53

    Clean up after yourself.

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    A Jones
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeah, you're responsible for any mess ya' make.

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    #54

    Smile at babies. Babies constantly look at their surroundings- especially faces- to learn if they're in a safe place. If you're smiling, babies feel at ease and grow up healthier and happier. If you don't, they're more likely to feel unsafe....and cry...

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    Liam Picotto
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think I'm just gonna keep looking the other way

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    #55

    Don't speed up when someone is passing you.

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    #56

    Call when it's urgent, text when it's not. respond to emails even with an "ok".

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    #57

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” If a friend buys you a drink you don’t pay it back you just buy the next round

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    Adrian
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless he is the designated driver, in which case pay it back next time.

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    #58

    Don't buy a cheap bed or a cheap pair of shoes. You'll spend most of your life in one or the other.

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    Izzy Curer
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Alternatively, buy a cheap, hard bed and invest in a memory foam pad. Better back support without cutting off your circulation.

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    #59

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't point out things about someone if they can't change it in the span of the next 5 minutes.

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    Beth S
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only if they are strangers - otherwise I disagree with this one. We rely on those closest to us to help us be our best self. Sometimes we are out of line, we are toxic, etc. Sometimes we need that gentle guidance.

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    #60

    If there's one beer left in your friend's fridge and it's not yours, you don't take it. You leave it for him. Unless he offers it to you, in which case it becomes fair game. As a person addendum though: If you are the friend that DOES take the last beer without asking, then you owe that friend a case of beer. But that's my own rule, which you can use as your own.

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    Al Christensen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And with communal refrigerators, just because something doesn't have someone's name on it, that doesn't mean it's yours to take.

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    #61

    Never, ever make eye contact whilst eating a banana.

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    Jihana
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Except when it's supposed to be a statement. Like when a creepy guy is hitting on you, you keep eye contact and chomp down HARD!

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    #62

    If a restaurant has a nearly empty parking lot at what should be a busy time, eat somewhere else.

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    Scagsy
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless they have an 'under new ownership' banner in which case you are obliged to give them a shot.

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    #63

    I don’t care how hungry you are, if a restaurant is about to close, don’t order food.

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    E Hall
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A word of advice. Worked in restaurants for many years. All ya'll who walk into a sit down restaurant 30 mins or less before it closes are getting the last of the food that's been sitting in a warmer all night. The kitchen has already started to shut down at that point, so nothing fresh is being made. Oh, and also you are going straight to hell.

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    #64

    When you get up from your office chair, push it the f**k back in

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    Jihana
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not only office chairs, every chair. Especially in restaurants

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    #65

    If you come across someone with your same shirt/outfit it's mandatory to salute or hi-five

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    Melissa Piner
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do this with my car, I just find it slightly amusing to see the same exact make, model, color of my car on the road. I'm like a little kid when that happens

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    #66

    If someone helps you move you help them move, no excuses.

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    LadyHardanger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did this, but with our wedding. So many people helped us out. So when they asked us to help with their weddings, we dropped everything. I've done the flowers for three weddings now, I'm glad I can help with something that would otherwise be very expensive.

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    #67

    If you happen to be walking behind a woman and you two are alone, go to a different route/street or let her go far ahead.

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    oktopus
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or if you must overtake, cross the street and pull ahead.

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    #68

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Don't make it a problem and it won't be one.

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    S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't start no s**t won't be no s**t

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    #70

    Let the tallest person sit in the passenger seat of the car.

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    Lunar Rat
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let the person who suffers from car sickness sit in the passenger seat, as someone who suffers from this, it makes a difference.

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    #71

    When someone enters the bathroom sniffle or cough to let them know you are in there

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    #72

    If possible, every other urinal.

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    #73

    Nod up for an acquaintance, nod down for a stranger.

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    #74

    When you're finished in the bathroom: Don't shut the door fully! I don't want to be waiting to use the bathroom for ages because it appears it's occupied even though it isn't.

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    Monic Krugell
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and for heaven's sake - leave it as you got it

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    #75

    When someone gets banged up and is clearly in pain, just shut up for a minute or two and let him do a proper systems diagnosis. Only then should you ask if he’s okay.

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    You cant stop the truth
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    er no? (blood pouring out... gonna wait a minute.... "hey buddy you done your system diagnositcs?")

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    #76

    Stand to the right on escalators

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    #77

    50 Of The Best Answers To “What Are Some Unwritten Rules Of Life?” Do not, in any way, be that guy

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    Beth S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But don't we tout to "always be yourself'?

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    #78

    True love is real......but there is no "ONE"

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    Adrian
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless you are a narcissist of course.

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    #79

    If you have to get up for a beer, you must ask if anyone else needs one.

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    oli
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For sure, is the polite form, but i have enough to paying beer for people who will not paying next run after that.

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    #80

    If a bro is like, really upset about something, just crushed because of family s**t, or women, or work, or whatever, said bro is required to request one of his other bros to come over/go to the bar. It’s 2019, bro’s no longer let bros be bummed out alone. We talk it out now.

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    oktopus
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait, 2020 never happened! Cool.

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    #81

    Don’t look over in the urinals. Just don’t.

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    You cant stop the truth
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But how else do you know whether you are the biggest in the room???? /s

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    #82

    We all have to be tough when sometimes the spider does scare you

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    -
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And for eff's sake, if someone is scared of spiders, don't prank them with one! I worked with idiots who wanted to do that and I firmly told them not to do it.

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    #83

    Never "borrow" your roommate's underwear when all yours are waiting to be washed but you haven't bothered to do laundry.

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    Khavrinen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would just say never borrow someone else's underwear.

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    #84

    Automatic high fives. The hand goes up, the temptation is unbearable

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    L1z
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    COVID, so no. Please keep your distance, friends.

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    #85

    If two people bump into each other if nobody says anything that's fine If one says sorry you are a [jerk] If you both say sorry then no-ones a [jerk]

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    Vanessa Richardson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Am I the only one who initially thought one person was saying “sorry you are a jerk” to the other? Lol

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    #86

    Unfortunately, not all guys follow this, but they all SHOULD: No talking in the bathroom!

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    Jill Chambers
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Women: its OK to talk by the sinks/in the communal areas but don't talk to someone in a cubicle!

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    #87

    It's a cliche but don't sleep with bro's mom/sis

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or most recent ex especially if it's within 6 months of the break-up.

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    #88

    When hugging as a greeting or goodbye, two pats. When hugging as a genuine, intimate embrace, three pats. One is rude, four is just weird

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    Mama Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if you count instead of pat? I count to 5 for a greeting or goodbye. For an embrace, I hug until the other person lets go or I get to 30.

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    #89

    Never park in front of a bar

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    oktopus
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read this as "never park in front of a bat", but IMHO that's good advice too.

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    #90

    If your eyes meet another guys on the bus or train you have less than a second to look away

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    Monday
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you fail to look away in time it's customary to bite your bottom lip suggestively and waggle your eyebrows.

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    #91

    If bro #1 is attempting to woo someone they are attracted to, bro #2 is to at minimum not interfere, unless there is an emergency situation, which includes (but is not limited to): The death/serious injury or illness of a family member or close friend of bro#1 A member of the bro group is about to have imminent trouble with law enforcement or venue security Bro #2 having prior knowledge of the person of affection being crazy/not bro #1's preferred gender identity/being too intoxicated or underage to consent The venue is on fire/major earthquake (however bro #2 should make an attempt to reconnect bro #1 and the person of affection in the parking lot)

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    #92

    It's ok to abandon your friends on a night out if you're getting laid

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    Adrian
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good idea to tell them before departing though.

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    #93

    There are plenty of ways to enter a pool. The stairs is not one of them.

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    #94

    You don't hold a door open for another guy. You push all the way out and then it's on the other guy to catch it before it closes.

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    K P
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Male on male politeness *gasp* they must be gay.

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    #95

    You must question your masculinity or purchasing habits if you can't bring all the bags in from the car in one trip. There are a few exceptions to this rule: If it didn't fit in the main part of the cart it doesn't count as an extra trip. Things like large bags of pet food, large bags of rice, packages of water bottles (just buy resusable ones), get a pass. Basically if it took two hands to get it in the cart and doesn't fit in a bag you are clear. If you have to use a flat cart in the store you get a pass. Fragile items get a pass. If you had to put down your seats or couldn't close the trunk you get a pass. If you have luggage of more than one person (especially if you have kids or a female SO). Multiple shopping stops may require multiple bag trips. You are still required to try and do it in as few trips as possible. You are exempt if you have to carry a kid.

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    Black Pearl
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Idk if this is supposed to be some joke, but it's not really funny. People don't have to question their masculinity because they don't want to break their fingers carrying all the bag in at the same time.

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    #96

    When at a stop sign and you are in the passenger seat, you lean back so the driver can see past you and if the way is clear. Girls seem to need to be told, but guys just seem to do it automatically.

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    BonnyDK
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Husband never does. It’s not automatic by a long shot.

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