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When I was a kid, all I wanted was to grow up. The idea of being able to drive a car, have my own money, choose whatever I wanted from the grocery store and go out on dates sounded like a dream. As an adult, however, I’m thrilled to live in a place where I don’t need a car, and I still don't buy whatever I want from the store because I can’t justify spending half of my paycheck on organic groceries.

If you’re also tired of being an adult, you’ve come to the right place, pandas. Below, you’ll find some of the funniest and most relatable memes that have been shared on the Big Kid Problems Instagram page. Enjoy scrolling through these hilarious pics, and keep reading to find a conversation with the creator of BKP, Sarah Merrill Hall!

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#1

Text meme from BigKidProblems about the pandemic, expressing a relatable thought on interpersonal relationships.

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

Leaving the house is overrated

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    Twitter post humorously advising women to choose practical men over "bad boys"; relatable meme content.

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    John Mosley
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're probably not going to find that guy out at the clubs. He has s**t to do in the morning and doesn't have the time.

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    Tweet humorously discussing relatable dual income, childless lifestyle.

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    BlackCatWithWhiteSocks
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Two tuxedo cats in a childless dual income family here. They would own a porche if they could drive 😜

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    To learn more about Big Kid Problems and how the page started in the first place, we reached out to the creator, Sarah Merrill Hall. Sarah was kind enough to have a chat with Bored Panda and discuss her inspiration for the account.

    “I started BKP in the basement of my sorority house during my senior year of college,” she revealed. “I was procrastinating as per usual and loved looking at @WhiteGirlProblems, @FirstWorldProblems and other ‘problems’ accounts on Twitter.”

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    “I decided to make one for my demographic at the time - college kids about to be thrown into the real world, who felt less like adults and more like ‘big kids,’” Sarah shared. “In that moment, @BigKidProblems was born.”

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    “I ran it as an anonymous account, and it started to get popular around my campus. It was so fun to feel like I had a secret alter ego,” the creator continued. 

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    Relatable meme about wanting to invade a pet's personal space.

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    August
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they don’t want to be bothered, why are they so cute????

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    Relatable meme about self-care urging you to prioritize personal growth despite inconveniences to others.

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    Trisec Tebeakesse
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Welcome to Georgia! Road construction next 109 miles!

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    “When I graduated, I moved to NYC and kept it going, and my big kid problems suddenly got very real. Working in a crappy office job, not being able to afford rent, all the fun things that come with young adult life, and it only continued to grow in popularity,” Sarah shared.

    “The account has continued to grow up with me; up and down the corporate ladder, dating - marriage, and now even having kids of my own. It's wild! And a lot of the audience has grown up with me as well,” the creator says.

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    As far as why it’s so important to discuss these issues, Sarah says, “So many of the big kid problems we face are so relatable and universal. To know you're not the only person going through something can really help you feel less alone in the process.”

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    Relatable meme about spending habits in couples, highlighting the difference in shopping styles.

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    Relatable meme about the awkwardness of a friend using your favorite coffee mug.

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    Guy-Incognito
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm up for dinner, drinks and people crashing but I want you out by 10.30am. Go home, I need to be hungover and recover in a dark room, not have coffee and conversation until 3pm.

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    Two characters in an office setting with text: "Me: I think you're over-thinking it. My anxiety: I think you're under-thinking it."

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    We also asked Sarah if she has any favorite posts that she’s shared on Big Kid Problems. “Probably my favorite topic now is talking about pregnancy and parenthood because I am very much IN IT with a toddler and a new baby on the way!” she said.

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    “Having a baby is the biggest life transition I've experienced so far and one of those things nobody can prepare you for. Every day there are so many ‘WTF?!’ moments, the comedy practically writes itself,” Sarah noted.

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    Relatable meme about money, happiness, and enjoying a yacht in the Mediterranean with a spritz.

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    Keley Babs
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But if you're on a yacht in the Mediterranean, then you gotta worry about the orcas. Stay humble, friends. Avoid orcas.

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    Plate of child-style mashed potatoes, beans, and chicken nuggets shaped like dinosaurs.

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    Sarah says that she’s loved talking about pregnancy and parenthood so much that she actually created a podcast dedicated to it: "Bottle Service with Big Kid Problems.”

    “When I got pregnant the first time, I couldn't believe how many things NOBODY warned me about and wanted to make a show going through week by week,” the creator shared. “The popularity of the podcast also led me to start a whole new offshoot on Instagram @BottleServiceBKP to talk exclusively about pregnancy and parenting because there is just SO much to joke about.”

    #19

    Relatable meme about realizing you're getting old when using a long weekend for chores.

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    Colleen Glim
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One day to chill, one day to do all the things, one day to recover from doing all the things. What’s your point?

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    #20

    Funny meme about making life decisions based on a dog's happiness, relatable humor from BigKidProblems.

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    Bec
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our pets give us a reason to keep on living, so I'm going to say yes

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    #21

    Blonde woman holding a glass with text overlay about supporting new ideas, showcasing a relatable meme.

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

    That sums up the last 10 years of my job.

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    Sarah also shared some wise words for fellow “big kids” out there struggling with adulthood. 

    “Everything is temporary! You will go through so many highs and lows as you continue to go through adulthood, and you'll figure it out as you go,” she told Bored Panda.

    #22

    Man laughing with text about doing a good job; relatable memes humor in a casual setting.

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    #23

    Relatable meme about being late because of asking a puppy question repeatedly.

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    #24

    Relatable meme about realizing the unrealistic lifestyle of a TV character on a writer's salary.

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    Danielle K Bingham
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a yet-to-be New York Times Bestselling author, I concur.

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    “Bad times don't last, and they will make you stronger, more interesting, and dare I say, sexier? One day, you'll be making pancakes with the love of your life and laughing about how stressed you were when some dude didn't text you back in your 20's,” the creator added. “Things that seem overwhelming now will give you a chuckle in the future and remind you that you can get through anything.” 

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    #27

    Text meme on relatable humor about irritability and hunger from BigKidProblems on social media.

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    Colleen Glim
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe both? Because I hate everyone but snackies

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    Finally, Sarah shared, “The big kid problems never go away, they just look different. My dad (who is in his 60's) likes to say he has big kid problems too. Embrace the chaos, and if you can laugh through the hard times, you'll have a lot more fun along the way.”

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    #28

    Tweet by BigKidProblems jokes about calculator history being more embarrassing than browser history, making it relatable.

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    Stephanie Did It
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This has so much extra meaning after seeing the post about the cheating husband's "calculator" app.

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    #32

    A relatable meme about humor and trauma from BigKidProblems on social media.

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    AKA AKA
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why can't pretty girls be funny? i'd run if i were you

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    #33

    Relatable meme about phone notifications and unexpected election reminders.

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    longlivethequeen554
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ooh, someone loves me. Doctors: you're overdue for your smear test

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    #34

    BigKidProblems tweet about relatable age humor and surprising parental expectations.

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother actually said to me when I was in my late 20s that she wouldn't be upset if it happened to me. Sorry mum.

    #35

    Old computer screen showing patterns for card backs with funny relatable meme caption about aging.

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    Sky Render
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nighttime castle, every time. No back pain of note since a decade ago thank you.

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    #37

    Stick figure distracted by butterfly labeled "Italy," ignoring "Focusing at work" sign; relatable meme humor.

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    #38

    Relatable meme about microdosing and eating handfuls of cheddar cheese from the bag throughout the day.

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    Exti Sahn
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I microdose store brand wintergreen mints because they are so dam good

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    #39

    Woman in black outfit holding drink, standing by brick wall. Caption humorously contrasts spring colors with her attire.

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    #40

    Hilarious meme with a chaotic scene labeled "The world" and a person asking to see dog pictures.

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    Easy-Bake oven beside an air fryer, with a humorous text celebrating growth and relatability.

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    #42

    Relatable meme about forgetting work routine before returning to the office.

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    Brain-In-A-Vat
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I worked with someone like that, was perfectly fine till they went on leave, when they came back, they were like they had never done the job before . . .

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    #43

    A woman relaxing on a sofa, representing relatable memes about weekend busyness.

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    Peppy
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep that’s me right now, minus the ciggie.

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    #44

    Tweet meme about going out two nights in a row, highlighting relatable humor.

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    Kristal
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I went to a 3 day convention in my city (took public transport cause parking downtown is EXPENSIVE) and omg, I died every night, just out like a brick. Gone all day and i just wanted to do nothing once home. That weekend about killed me lol no way could i handle two different events on consecutive days/nights

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    #46

    Relatable meme about turning phone on silent and going to bed early.

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    Nicky
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of Tina Fey's date telling her he'd pick her up at 10. "At night?“

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    #49

    Relatable meme about how busy someone is before a beach vacation.

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    UKGrandad
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At first glance I thought that it said 'bushier' and assumed if was going to be a waxing reference.

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    Chihuahua Mama
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ladies and gentlemen, this is Mambo Number 5

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    Colleen Glim
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep. Only thing missing is a cat and a glass of wine

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

    I turned 21 in 2001. It poured sweet and clear. It was a very good year.

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

    Good morning. In less than an hour, children around the world will wake up. And you will be launching the largest move in the history of childless people by keep sleeping. "Childless." That word should have new meaning for all of us today. We can't be consumed by our parents demanding them anymore. We will be united in our common interests. Perhaps it's fate that today is the Fourth of July, and you will once again be fighting for our freedom... Not from tyranny, oppression, or persecution... but from having crotch goblins. We are fighting for our right to live without them. To exist. And should we win the day, the Fourth of July will no longer be known as an American holiday, but as the day the world declared in one voice: "We will not get woken up in the night!" Our hobbies will not vanish without a fight! We're going to live on! We're going to survive! Today we celebrate our Independence Day! - An absolute unhinged person

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

    There's also the streaker's defence: "It seemed like a good idea at the time"

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

    Oh dear. I’m middle aged and I feel like this a lot of the time.

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    Khwasou Paghi
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my grandkid in 2100 went through spraining an ankle and he'll be convinced that life is misery

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    Toothless Feline
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Weirdly enough, most of those things stopped giving me issues after I turned 50. I guess I reached a point where my digestive tract threw up its hands and said, “Fine, if you’re *still* gonna eat that garbage, I guess I can’t stop you.”

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

    Maybe they ain't got that rizz? Just kidding, I don't know what this one means, nor do I plan on learning any new slang.

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    Colleen Glim
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The right hand picture is me regardless of what year it is. Because sun+pasty British complexion=bad

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    LooseSeal's $10 Banana
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You think I'm going to let those rotisserie chickens run out?

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    Maude Lin
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I genuinely don't understand why anyone would reproduce on purpose.

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

    I did briefly manage a period of waking up in the morning with a hangover to find that I had in fact done all the cooking prep whilst out of my tree the night before

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

    Real bc I can avoid him but I can’t ignore my nails

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    Amelia Jade
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm too picky. I love the coffee at home. I'm always disappointed when I treat myself to coffee out somewhere.

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

    That sounds like an utter waste of money to me. Why is someone spending $350 on clothes for a short trip? WHY IS HAIR SO EXPENSIVE?!

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    Matt Richardson
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Olsen Twins, they were an entire franchise unto themselves in the 90's. 2 different direct to video series. a dozen or so DTV movies, 3 tv series and an animated series. Not to mention a successful clothes line. Glad they managed to survive child stardom unscathed. Comparably speaking of course.

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