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We all have weird quirks that are fairly uncommon, to say the least. For the fear of being judged, we keep these weird things to ourselves; however, that doesn't stop us from being curious about what others have to hide.

So, to indulge in this secret knowledge, X (formerly Twitter) user @drakesbrother started a thread asking people to share their bad habits, weird confessions, and interesting things they do. The thread was quickly flooded with the strangest habits. 

Turns out, lots of us have funny habits that make perfect sense to us but might seem odd to others. Something like when someone has to read the last page of a book before they can start it from the beginning. One thing’s clear: what seems like quirky habits to some of us is just another day in the office for others.

Some confessed to measuring how long something will take in songs, others said that each time they get in their car, they make sure no one is sitting in the back seat. While some of these weird things to do sound a little bit odd, let’s not pretend you don't relate. 

Scroll below for the list of confessions from regularly weird people, and don't forget to share your own strange habits in the comments.

#1

Saving The Best For Last

Saving The Best For Last

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Impulsive Thoughts About Babies

Impulsive Thoughts About Babies

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Reilly Beryll
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is incredibly common. Everyone does this, actually. Intrusive thoughts. I tend to think “how much can I key this car”.

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#4

Conversations With Myself

Conversations With Myself

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Luis Milian
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My girlfriend does this a lot. I end up answering her and she just replies "nobody is talking to you, talking to myself. mind your own business." LOL

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Must-Shut-Everything For Sleep

Must-Shut-Everything For Sleep

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

Cupboard doors need to be closed when not in use. It's not that I won't necessarily be able to sleep, it's just why would they be open?

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#6

Beating The Microwave Countdown

Beating The Microwave Countdown

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Luis Milian
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have to stop the microwave 1 second before it stops so it wont do the annoying beeps at the end

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Precise Volume Setting

Precise Volume Setting

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#11

Solo Work Satisfaction

Solo Work Satisfaction

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Id row
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yup. I so prefer working alone. I worked by myself in a big office that I shared with my boss who worked from home a lot. People would drop by occasionally and ask, 'doesn't it bother you being alone all day?' What I wanted to say was, 'Hell, no!'. But what I actually said was, "a little" so I didn't sound like a psycho.

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Joshua Selbitschka
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am pretty much the exact same way. I notice I actually work slower when I have to work with others and can normally complete all my tasks in my workplace in half the time than when I'm working in a team.

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Ian Smith
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It rarely gets done faster with help. Stopping to answer questions usually negates any time saved.

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Zori the degu
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I also do this. It's extremely common for a certain MBTI type, the INTJ, to which I belong, according to all the tests so far. These tests are great fun and I recommend it to anyone here who is bored.

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

I'm similar, I prefer to work alone in general because I have complete control and I don't need to make additional discussions with other people. HOWEVER, depending on the partner, I'm good with having 1 (max. 2) helping hand or co-organiser.

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Jo Bebe
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well when you have had a lot of crappy help it gets to the point you can look at a new hire and know already what kind of "help" they wil be

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

YES!! When people say "can I help you with that?" It's almost annoying to me. I have my method, and I don't want anyone screwing it up or adding new ideas. Go away!

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Jaxon Wild
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate working with people too, even if I really like the person.

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

I find it extremely hard to delegate when I think I can do the job the best. *think*

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Anna Repp
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Things went sooo much better fro me when I went freelance and started working form home. I'm a company of one, a team of one, and I love it!

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

I know this feeling!! In school I hated group projects because of it

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Clare Pomfrett
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Then it's all down to you - Good or bad. I used to time myself in work I was given and try to beat my previous time

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Janine Randall
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have to plan out any errands I have to run. From farthest to closest. If for some reason my schedule gets out of wack, I'm a mess!

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Fred Burrows
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If my help for the day annoys me I will send them for tools and parts all day .

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Teri Donovan
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate delegating. I NEED to know the job is being done RIGHT....ie: MY WAY.

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Sugar Latte
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's how I am in school projects, I always mistrust my peers when we are in a group

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Beth Arriaga
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Perfectly understandable and fine. Just don't be a boss or you'll micro manage and drive yourself and your employees bat sh*t

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Epic Rainbow
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Agreed! I'm working on a group project right now and everyone else does sh** quality work so I'm doing a lot myself...

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Rafaella Bueno
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like a mix of things. I like to work on a bigger project involving multiple people, but I like to have clear instructions, talk thing overs if necessary, and then be left to do my part on my own. Discussing things add to my work, but when I'm actually doing the thing, I want to do it alone. Like, physically alone.

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A.D. de Guzman
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the psychological test when I applied for a job is usually full of "teamwork" questions

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Lily Leavitt
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

*announces loudly to the room* partner projects, coming right up!

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Delilah Jones
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You sound like me. I will do this because I don't trust people to do things in a timely manner or to do them as well as me.

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

That is totally me ! I even hate training people. i'm like ... oh just let me do it.

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sharron lynn parsons
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I also prefer to work alone, housework as nobody does it to my standards, although it can give me more back pain !!!

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#12

One Earbud Awareness

One Earbud Awareness

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#15

Pause To Check For Intruders

Pause To Check For Intruders

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Luis Milian
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this is like driving with loud music, but then turning the volume down to look for parking or for an address.

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#16

The Cool Side Of The Pillow

The Cool Side Of The Pillow

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Suzi Gauthier
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I was 4 in Florida we had no A/C in our house. I had 6 spots on my pillow that I could move my head around on until I had to flip it & have 6 more.

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#17

Imagining Unlikely Scenarios

Imagining Unlikely Scenarios

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#18

Phone Privacy Panic

Phone Privacy Panic

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Bluebell Rizzi
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I do have things to hide, and my reaction is the same... I mean... dude, that's my phone, it's sacred

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#21

Holding Breath To Dodge Germs

Holding Breath To Dodge Germs

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Bridge-Speeding For Safety

Bridge-Speeding For Safety

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

My sisters and I used to try holding our breath over bridges when were little. I think we thought it'd make us float if we fell in the water

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#26

Floor Over Bed

Floor Over Bed

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

Both my kids do this, they go through fazes where every so often they will sleep a couple of weeks on the floor.

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#27

Imaginary Bets For Big Decisions

Imaginary Bets For Big Decisions

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Paul K. Johnson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's pretty high stakes for just trying to hit the trash can with some garbage. Go big I guess.

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#28

Living Out Loud In My Imagination

Living Out Loud In My Imagination

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Bettina Jansen
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I used to do that, now I've learned to be more discreet (unless I'm in nature, then you can let go)

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#29

Doubting Intentions

Doubting Intentions

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

Same. I always feel like when people talk to me they're just doing it to feel polite :(

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Echoing TV Laughter

Echoing TV Laughter

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Did you enjoy this peek into weird habits people have? We admit it’s comforting to know we’re not alone in our peculiar ways. Now, it’s your turn to weigh in—which of these odd habits did you find surprisingly relatable? Upvote your favorites and see the comments where other Pandas shared their bizarre rituals!