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Many kids find the idea of being an adult glamorous. Grown-ups get to stay up as late as they want, eat ice cream for dinner, watch R-rated movies, and if they don’t want to make their bed, they don’t have to! 

But reality can hit you like a ton of bricks when you turn 18 and find out that being an adult is actually a lot of hard work. And you do have to get plenty of sleep and eat healthy, unless you want to feel terrible the next day. The good news, however, is that we’re all in it together. Bored Panda has compiled a list below of hilarious memes about the realities of adulting, so enjoy scrolling through and be sure to upvote the ones that you find painfully relatable!

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Hilariously relatable memes showing a store aisle with External Pain for adulthood, depicting adult struggles.

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    Hilariously relatable memes for adults: a woman wearing a crown looks surprised, realizing she is the adult.

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    Hilariously relatable memes for adults: a golden retriever holds its leash in its mouth, walking alone, like an adult.

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    5 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I absolutely hate adulting. I avoid it whenever possible.

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    #4

    A relatable meme for adults showing a person wrapped in a blanket on a couch, enjoying their rent.

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    #5

    Hilariously relatable meme of the Mona Lisa looking exhausted, a meme for adults who dont know what theyre doing and are tired.

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    #6

    Kermit the Frog looking disappointed, a relatable meme about adults regretting wishing to be grown up.

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    #7

    Hilariously relatable meme of a dog in a straw hat on the phone, a perfect meme for adults who dont know what theyre doing.

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    1 minute ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the distinction there.

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    #8

    A hilariously relatable meme contrasting high school science views with adult conspiracy theories, aimed at adults.

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    1 minute ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very well said. I've met many anti vaxxers and one flat earth weenie. I'm still trying to figure out how they are able to keep breathing on their own.

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    #9

    A hilariously relatable meme of a hamster at an office desk taking a selfie, showing the daily grind for adults.

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    1 minute ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I rolled on this one. LOLOLOLOL!

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    #10

    A hilariously relatable meme of a woman crying tears of joy on a game show, understanding why adults value appliances.

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    #11

    Hilariously relatable memes showing how adults fix pain with coffee and Do Not Disturb, contrasting with kids using bandages.

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    5 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A coffee drink isn't going to cut it, unless it's an espresso martini.

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    #12

    A relatable meme for adults featuring a cat with the text about not wanting a career but a peaceful life.

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    #13

    A relatable meme for adults about the cost of living with parents: free rent, but at the expense of mental health.

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    1 minute ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup. Stepson. Making sure he knows how much I enjoy him living here. Not verbally, but there are clues.

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    #14

    A relatable meme about adults in their 30s finding their age matches how many pounds overweight they are.

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    #15

    Hilariously relatable memes about middle adulthood starting at 35, featuring a woman falling and Hide the Pain Harold.

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    1 minute ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In my country, if you are 35 or over and pregnant, they'll call you a geriatric mother.

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    #16

    A relatable meme for adults showing text over a sunset and field, comparing being an adult to a folding lawn chair.

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    Premium     10 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And there are more than a few screws loose.

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    #17

    A hilariously relatable meme of a Barbie doll with an annoyed expression, perfect for adults who dont know what theyre doing.

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    #18

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults with a sad black dog on the phone, illustrating adulting and scheduling appointments.

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    #19

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults showing a post about Onlygrans teaching sewing, knitting, and recipes.

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    Premium     10 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do not, however, try onlygramps.

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    #20

    A relatable meme for adults showing the decreasing perceived value of money from childhood to adulthood.

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    #21

    A hilariously relatable meme about adults appreciating field trips to an old watermill.

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    #22

    A hilariously relatable meme of Danny DeVito lying on a couch, looking unenthusiastic and bored, representing adults.

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    #23

    Hilariously relatable memes for adults: a woman on her phone, ignoring problems, like an adult.

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    #24

    Hilariously relatable memes for adults: a cartoon image of a person screaming into a pillow, saving money and having fun as an adult.

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    #25

    A relatable meme for adults showing tired Homer and Marge Simpson on a couch, depicting adulting as an extreme sport.

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    #26

    A relatable meme for adults showing Linda Belcher from Bob's Burgers looking shocked in a grocery store aisle.

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    #27

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults with a fluffy white dog looking sad in a car, expressing adult struggles.

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    #28

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults featuring the Grinch looking tired while holding a coffee cup.

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    #29

    A funny meme post about starting a new kitchen sponge, a relatable adulting moment for adults who don't know what they're doing.

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    #30

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults, stating being an adult is like riding a bike on fire in hell.

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    #31

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults discussing an adult problem: fruits and vegetables expiring faster when you pay for them.

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    #32

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults about an adult sleeping on their neck strangely, emphasizing not knowing what to do.

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    #33

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults comparing The Neverending Story as a kid to a neverending laundry basket as an adult.

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    #34

    Hilariously relatable memes of Spongebob at a desk, illustrating adults feeling like kids faking their way through life.

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    #35

    A relatable meme for adults showing a tired Peter Griffin from Family Guy on a laptop, representing the 20s.

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    #36

    Oscar the Grouch driving, a relatable meme depicting an adult's disillusionment with adulthood.

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    #37

    Relatable meme of the Grinch looking tired while holding a mug, reflecting adults who still dont know what theyre doing but are too tired.

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    #38

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults showing Pepe the frog in a suit on a subway after pretending to be an adult.

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    #39

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults about having a favorite stove top burner, highlighting adulting quirks.

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    #40

    A relatable meme for adults showing a text exchange about different approaches to drinking wine, highlighting adulthood.

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    #41

    A hilariously relatable tweet for adults about staying up late to experience being awake and not working.

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    #42

    A two-panel meme showing Squidward drinking coffee and then lying in bed. A relatable meme for adults who still don't know what they're doing.

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    #43

    A Tumblr post about sidequests as a metaphor for life. A hilariously relatable meme for adults.

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    #44

    A tweet about debating keeping a cardboard box as an adult. A relatable meme for adults.

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    #45

    An empty apartment with an air mattress and a TV on the floor. A relatable meme for adults about independence.

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    1 minute ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Am I supposed to see something wrong here?

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    #46

    A hilariously relatable meme about adults not knowing what they're doing financially.

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    #47

    A relatable meme featuring Kermit the Frog leaning against a wall, illustrating errands counting as going out.

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    #48

    A relatable meme for adults about the struggle of distinguishing iPhones after starting to pay rent.

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    #49

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults entering their 30s needing Home and Purse Advil.

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    #50

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults about realizing you're old while reading Amazon reviews for light bulbs, showing not knowing what to do.

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    #51

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults about lowering music to find an address to see better.

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    #52

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults who still don’t know what they’re doing, on pay day with no money.

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    #53

    A relatable meme for adults who still don’t know what they’re doing, staring at a pill bottle in confusion.

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    #54

    Hilariously relatable memes for adults: a split image showing a woman browsing things she cant afford as a kid and as an adult.

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    #55

    A relatable meme comparing Mr. Krabs as a child and an adult, highlighting the fatigue of adult life.

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    #56

    A hilariously relatable meme shows parents launching an adult child into a ditch, symbolizing adulthood struggles.

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    #57

    Relatable meme of a surprised chihuahua, conveying the feeling of adults who still dont know what theyre doing in life.

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    #58

    A relatable meme showing the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who, with text about the Grinch hating people, not Christmas.

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    #59

    A hilariously relatable meme on a T-shirt for adults who don't know what they're doing.

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    #60

    A hilariously relatable meme about employment and being likable for adults.

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    #61

    A hilariously relatable meme shows a graduate realizing there is no summer vacation after graduation.

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    #62

    A hilariously relatable meme of Bob from Bob's Burgers sitting on a couch at home, perfect for adults who love staying in.

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    #63

    A hilariously relatable meme showing two Starbucks drinks and a pastry, depicting adults treating themselves to good food.

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    1 minute ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is that yummy looking roll thing on the left?

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    #64

    A hilariously relatable meme tweet for adults about socializing and discussing TV shows.

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    #65

    An old woman driving, a hilariously relatable meme for adults about buying a wreath with a coupon.

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    #66

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults showing a wallet with only jelly beans and coins, highlighting not knowing what to do.

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    #67

    A relatable meme for adults who still don’t know what they’re doing, understanding the desire to lay down all the time.

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    #68

    A hilariously relatable meme showing a tired rooster, representing adults who still don’t know what they’re doing after work.

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    #69

    A relatable meme about adults who still don’t know what they’re doing, defining a good day as doing nothing.

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    #70

    Bugs Bunny holding a coffee cup, illustrating a relatable meme about adults liking black coffee with age.

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    #71

    A hilariously relatable meme for adults comparing a child's excitement for a school trip to adult apathy.

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    #72

    A meme with a person saying 'adulthood is really discovering half your family are mentally ill'. A relatable meme for adults.

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    #73

    A relatable meme for adults showing someone sleeping peacefully, representing the joy of no work tomorrow.

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    #74

    A relatable meme about people being in the same storm but different boats, encouraging kindness, perfect for adults.

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