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When it comes to unwritten rules, there are plenty of grey areas between what behaviors people consider OK and not. Social norms differ between cultures; a certain act may receive sanctions or punishments within one group but be seen as normal within another. Plus, as society's understanding of norms changes over time, so too does its members' perception of deviance.

In an attempt to learn if this transformation can stall, Redditor u/sadboi017 asked other users: "What is considered socially unacceptable for no reason?" 34.9K upvotes and 21.3K comments later, I think it's safe to say that it can. Continue scrolling and check out some of the most popular answers.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Not wanting to hold other people's babies...

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Turning down an invitation to go out simply because you’d rather stay home with your pets, save money, and preserve your mental health in glorious solitude.

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Daria Z
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How is it unacceptable? I thought it's perfectly normal and widespread today 🤔

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Using swings/playground equipment as an adult. I friggin love going on the swings, I’m 30 and it still fascinates me that I can quickly and easily get 10-15 feet (or higher) in the air with some simple leg movement.

One day I was at a fairly deserted local park on the swings having the time of my life. Suddenly Karen shows up with her two ankle biters, hands on her hips and yells at me “WHAT ARE YOU DOING ON THERE?! THE SWINGS ARE FOR THE KIDS, NOT ADULTS!”

My tax dollars paid for these swings, and there’s no sign saying that I can’t, so I’ll use them as much as I damn well please whenever I want. How much tax did little Johanathan and little Kymburleigh Pay last year? None? Guess they can’t use the swings either.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Not answering your own door. When there's like a salesman at someone's door, they won't want to answer but they will act like no one is home, and be really quiet so the person outside the door doesn't hear them. But it's your house. I could just stare at a salesman out the window as he rings my bell, who cares. It's my house. I don't have to answer my own door, for whatever reason I deem acceptable. You came to my house, not the other way around.

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Alex Bailey
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Have CCTV installed specifically so I could see who was at the door and avoid answering it if I didn't want to - get a lot of deliveries as I have my own business and need supplies. People with clipboards (one last week which surprised me as it was the first since covid) get ignored.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Leaving without giving an "acceptable" song and dance about why you are leaving, with leaving because you have basically reached your limit with socializing being "not a good enough reason"

People who can stand to be around other people for huge amounts of time, more power to you, but me? I can't do that, and I don't want to have to make up an excuse to do so.

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Paul C.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm so with this one. Sometimes I'm happy to stay, but when I'm done, I'm done.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Being open/honest about not having kids. In my personal life I have gotten more ridicule and very pointed questions bordering on disrespectful over being childfree than about any of my other opinions.

Once I said I wasn't having kids my family became obsessed with whether or not I was dating, and who, and oh, what if HE wants kids? What if I meet the "perfect" guy, but he wants kids? Well, then I guess he's not the perfect guy for me. Simple as that. I don't want kids, and no, I don't have to give you a detailed bullet list about why I'm not having kids because what I decide to do with my uterus is none of your business.

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

The only reason one should ideally need is "because I don't want any". That's my main reason, but for some reason, a lot of people just really want a lot of unwanted and unloved children in the world I guess...

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever I'm a grown man and I love flowers. Not even 'masculine' flowers, I have an orchid collection.

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Laura Mende (Human)
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There is a sort of Orchid called Holy ghost or something like that. When bud is closed, looks like praying monks. When blooming it's resembles a dove of peace. Absolutely STUNNING!!!

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NOT WEARING A BRA. SCREW BRAS. THERE I SAID IT.

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

Yeah why is people so obsessed with female nipples? You can see guys nipples all the time through tshirts but if a womans are obvious its the end of the world.

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

Idk its very bizarre. Also that womens bodies are seen as more sexual than men which is totally stupid.

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

Hey, it is about choice. I mostly respect that some women don't like bras, but I feel more comfortable with mine on. And yeah, mostly respect, because I have seen several examples when this wasn't a good idea. When you want to talk in front of a whole classroom and your boobs are almost reaching your knees, it is quite hard to concentrate even for me as a woman.

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Nugua Nugua
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This. I LOVE my bras. They are comfortable, they prevent my boobs from hurting and the area below my boobs from sweating profusely. That doesn't mean that I think other women should wear them, each woman should be free to do as she likes.

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CH1990
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have stopped wearing bra's a year or so ago now, wish I would've done it way earlier.. free the b00bies! (31yo)

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Vicky Z
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't know how many women did the same during this year myself included! One good thing came out of this shitty situation at least

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Bee / she/her
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like Sonja said, it's about having a choice. I feel more comfortable wearing a bra, some people might feel better without one, and what we do with our boobs is our own choice

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Pen Irwin
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm a big chested girl and live in the south and I would love to go braless in the sweltering summers. But it's just to much effort to act like it doesn't make me feel self conscious when people stare or just refuse to make eye contact because somehow it's taboo to look at me like nothing is making them feel uncomfortable.

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Annette Easton
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a big chested girl I can't understand this at all! When it's hot and sticky the last thing I want is The Girls plastered against me creating even more heat and sweat!

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

I want to wear a bra for all day comfort to large breasts, especially when moving but there are sure some uncomfortable bras out there. Buying only super comfortable bras!

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Kirsten Kerkhof
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like my bras, and I'm not big-chested. I just like the support and the not-wobble. Maybe mine just fit well?

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

Same! I don't have big breasts, but I don't feel comfortable wearing no bra. It's all wobbly, and I don't like the sensitive skin of my nipples and around them rub against my clothes.

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Devil's Advocate
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Screw bras! Unfortunately too many men (and women!) Think they can demand you wear a highly uncomfortable and unnecessary (for some people) piece of clothing.

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

I have laaaarge boobs and I don't know what I would do without a bra. It keeps them in place and it doesn't hurt when I exercise. But you other girls: go for it!! Just don't shame people that really want to wear bras!!!!

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

I do too especially when I'm on the mower. If I didn't wear a bra then, I'd never get the grass cut because it would hurt.

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Bob Belcher
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Free the tatas! That's what my wife says. She hasn't worn a bra in years unless she absolutely has to. I don't care, why should I care, why should it even bother me.

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Brandy Grote
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Either a mask or a bra. Not both. Free the titty to save the city.

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Cindy N
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I envy women with smaller breasts. Mine are a bit too large and saggy, and they giggle around too much when I walk for me to feel comfortable walking around without a bra. BUT I've found some really great "lounge" bras at Winners that are comfortable and supportive, and I can wear them to work as well without feeling unprofessional. Glad I found them b/c most bras are sooo uncomfortable.

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Lily Mae Kitty
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this is fine of you're smaller busted but just won't work for busty women. They are big and floppy and very distracting for others. I'd look like a slob if I didn't have a bra on.

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

I'm jealous of women who could choose not to wear a bra. I live down south and boob sweat is real, but I do need a bra to support my boobs, otherwise it would hurt if I walk around for more than 100 ft :/

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

Another reason to turn down the invite and stay home with your pets and all the home comforts.

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

Again something that might be socially unacceptable in some countries. In the Netherlands no one is offended when women don't wear a bra. Her body, her choice, no else's business.

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chrissy goodman
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

honestly before covid i always wore a bra but since covid and me not going anywhere i get annoyed wen i wear one now. i only wear one wen i go out bc i have social anxeity and dont want to give ppl a reason to stare. if its cold out ill wear a giant thick hoodie and no one will ever kno so i cant wait for winter lol.

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Heidi Freeman
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish the bra burning of 70s feminism had been more successful. I find bras so uncomfortable, (especially after a yoga injury). However, I wear them for most outings, especially work related, just because I have internalised the view that women look bad if they're not wearing a bra.

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

Wait. Wearing them because you would look bad without one? I never knew attractiveness was a factor. I just wear them to prevent movement and because having my nips showing through my shirt gives me anxiety.

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

Gave it up years ago. I'm old and fat, no one is looking at me, and if they do and 'the girls' are resting on my lap instead of sticking out like traffic cones - so be it.

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

Reading all (or most) of the comments, it became clear to me that the obvious reason for wearing bras is in fact to hide the nipples. Weird if you ask me, when just a little piece of (black) tape would be easier...

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Ahimsa Soul
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is not an issue, is it? In an office environment I get it... but there are women with such small breasts, that they really don't need it.

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Jane Moore
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Says the youngster without dropping boobs that get hot and sweaty if not held up by bras....

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Random Anon
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah I had to explain to some married male friends on why women buy nipple stickers some months back. They had no idea sometimes clothing rubbing on them can cause discomfort. Why not wear a bra they asked. They thought all of those are super comfy things too. I don't know how these guys can live with a women and know so little.

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Margaret Weaver
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I dont wear one either? I was not aware anyone cared. Nobody's mentioned it down at the shops.

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

My nickname in university (circa 1997) was 'Nips' because I just couldn't do padded bras. Well paaaardon meeeee for having human parts!!!!

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LivingTheDream
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Many men approve this sentiment. Many women will not. Especially those with larger breasts who would be in constant pain without one. Hate me all you want....

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Barbara Skolly
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I lived in a country where many woman went braless, gravity is real.

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Londo Cotto
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Which is fine and dandy and your choice but don't expect universal support: there's a difference between work and home. As to the question "why are women's bodies seen as more sexual?" . . . .did you MISS the last two millenia somehow AND EVOLUTION: they are seen as more sexual because they ARE more sexual. Boobs don't get put somewhere cos it's convenient and a handy storage space, they are sexual and health displays, visual clues to a woman's fertility and attractiveness. You wanna let the girls out then be my guest: nothing like a nice pair of swinging bouncy boobs to NOT get attention . . . . . but you don't get to be scandalized when I walk around Woolies in my tight thin underjohns with Mr happy swinging away and VERY happy to see the girls out and proud.

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Sarah Tyrrell
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the summer heat we just got? Forget bras! If someone complains I'll go topless, it's legal here. Be happy I wore a shirt at all Karen.

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C W
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm waay more comfy in a bra. Southern heat and big ta-tas don't match unfortunately:(

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Anna Nilsson
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

To be honest, my boobs shake like an earthquake regardless wearing one or not. I just put a tanktop under my shirt so people won't get too offended by my nipples.

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Renae Dougherty
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you have big boobs sometimes its more comfortable to wear a bra but no one should be forced to wear those devil devices

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Deborah Chapman
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amen Sister! I haven't worn a bra on a daily basis for years now! Love it!!

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Ivy la Sangrienta
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I take mine off the minute I get home. Going without is uncomfortable in my work clothes.

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Jessica Combrink
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

100% it's so uncomfortable most of the time. I breathe better without bras

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Leo Domitrix
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I may want one for support, but.... if you can't handle the fact breasts aren't all uniformly shaped, covered, etc.? Get a hobby besides staring at breasts, is my suggestion. Just a thought!

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

i had an ex, who was trans, who would never wear a bra, he would say "free the t*tties"

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Courtney Grace
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's all about choice! And not being expected to wear or not wear one!

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Snooky Shirt
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

IKR- THEY'RE SO UNCOMFORTABLE BUT FOR SOME REASON WE'RE FORCED TO WEAR THEM

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

Just don't. there are probably some thing you can wear instead (like a very loose training bra or that weird strapless bra alternative I saw advertised once idk if u don't like straps) so people can't complain.

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SlothyK8
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

THIS. The pressure to wear one is enormous, but they're just so damned uncomfortable. I hate them.

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Turtle42
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Only time I wear one is at work! And that's cause my uniform is a sweat magnet!

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Mike Crow
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why are women’s breasts considered harmful? Why do people freak out about breast feeding or a woman topless?

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Tiny Dynamine
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

From what I've learned (as a guy), women mainly wear them to keep the boobs from moving around too much. Bras do seem to be strangling the torso. Do you think sports bras would be more comfortable for that purpose?

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Molly Chapman
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So when I was in cabo airport some karen told me to put on a bra, and I had to keep my husband from screaming at the lady. I was very proud of him

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Agnes Jekyll
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

After the pandemic, no one seems to be wearing a bra anymore, and no one seems to care.

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you all better not ever comment or shame a man if it's obvious he isn't wearing underwear then. don't be hypocrites! HA!

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Iron Eddy
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You compare nipples and genitals instead of nipples and nipples? I assume you did not understand the point then.

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#9

People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever waking up at 11am or later

i'm not lazy. my responsibilities are taken care of. i stay up late and value my sleep hours.

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Daria Z
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes! I feel more productive in the evening but, sadly, our world belongs to early birds...

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever In some places, calling in sick, because it's "letting down the team" or whatever. Screw off, I'm sick as a dog. There's little I will accomplish other than feeling like death warmed up, so you aren't missing out on much. Plus I could spread whatever I've got to coworkers, then we're all sick

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

One of my former bosses fired someone on the spot for coming to work with a bad case of the flu after having told her that she needed to stay home. There was no reason for her to come to work, she would have gotten paid for as long as she was sick.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Wearing a surgical mask when you are sick to prevent giving the illness to others.

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Vicky Z
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Can we all agree this to be a norm from now on? I mean they do it for years in Asian countries!!!

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Men crying. It’s seen as a weakness typically rather than compassion.

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

Only assholes would say that. I think men need a break from being macho bs! Blokes have emotions too.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Being single.

Some people are okay not being in a relationship for some time and are perfectly happy, but other people just don't understand that.

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troufaki13
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What I don't get is why couples choose not to hang out with their single friends anymore. They only do stuff with their couple friends and it's so frustrating

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Not drinking alcohol around others who are drinking. People don’t like it

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Dina Simoné
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thats actually a terrible social pressure. Especially for former alkoholics.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Going out for dinner by yourself

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

This is a good one. There should be nothing wrong with simply wanting to sit in a nice restaurant by yourself and having a meal but even thinking about leaves me feeling oddly guilty and ashamed.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Being honest when asked “how are you”

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WilvanderHeijden
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Come to the Netherlands and ask someone that question. You'll get a thorough schooling on their mental, physical and financial situation. Which most of the times is summed up in the one word "kut" or the even more profound comment "tering kut".

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Eating lunch alone in your car at work. It's quiet, comfortable, and I don't have to make small talk when I'm trying to have some 'me' time out of the office.

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

I sit in my car, put on a movie, turn on the AC and eat what ever I have.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Napping at work during my lunch break. I don't really need food in the afternoon, what I really need is a nap!

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Skipping as an adult. It's unfortunate because it is faster than walking and much more fun than running.

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Cactus McCoy
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Stop thinking about what others may think. I'm a 44 years old, long hair undercut, full beard, tattoooed guy in heavy boots and I love puddle hopping, so i do.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever 40+ male at a playground

Yes I have no partner, yes that's my 6 year old kid having a blast

No I'm not a pedo but thank you for your questions and passive glares

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Women not shaving.

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Sue Hazlewood
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Someone made a comment on here about some famous woman not shaving her armpits. I responded with 'So?' and asked why they considered it their business. No reply.

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Wearing the same clothes 2 days in a row

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Becky Samuel
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes to this. We as a society have gone *way* over the top about things like this and it's doing the planet a huge disservice.

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Cursing.

Seriously, how and why the f*ck did society decide that certain sounds will corrupt children?

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

Swearing also has degrees. The US really dislikes the c-word that Australians use with abandon! Swearing also has power - that's the point of it. If your three year old peppers conversation with f-bombs it loses its emphatic effect. Which is why we end up having to create new curse words, because the old ones aren't strong enough any more.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Apparently self defense isn’t allowed in schools. I guess I just have to accept the beating.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Having fun as an adult. Fun has no expiration date, you don't suddenly no longer qualify for fun and have to live a life of watching the news and drinking coffee. People shame adults for doing fun things and that's absolute nonsense

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Not wanting to make small talk. Sometimes being alone in a public place is my only alone time.

I have to put on the show at work and talk to people ALL DAY LONG and if I just want to sit in a bar or cafe or on a bench by myself and stare at my phone I shouldn't be forced to exchange small talk with someone just because they happen to be in the vicinity of me.

Like currently, I'm having a really bad day and just want to go sit and have a drink and stare at cats or something because being in my house is making it worse, but I can't, because I'll be forced to chit chat with someone near me.

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

Weird idea: Say "I had a very stressful day and need some quite time alone now, please." It is surprising how often that works.

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Showing distaste for ones family in any way, shape, or form

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Not hiding your tampon when you go to the restroom

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Natalie Bohrteller
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't. I'm a woman, I bleed. Thinking that something is socially unacceptable is not a one way road. I think it's socially unacceptable to find this socially unacceptable.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Going to the movies alone.

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Desiree McKinnon
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pre-pandemic I would go to the movies alone all the time. It's nice. Nobody jabbering away at you so much you can't hear the movie.

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Being a virgin

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

I blame media for this. Many teenager series show old and very fit actors that have sex like rabbits. Thats completely unreal but it makes people self-conscious

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Being the first person to get up from your chair when snacks are brought into a meeting room. There's always that one hero that does it though so others can get in line.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Men caring about skincare and getting manicures

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

Then I guess my grandpa and uncle are very progressive... Even though they're not fond of manicure, they use skincare since their teenage years. And they are very manly!

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Walking your cat.

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

That's not socially unacceptable. I have the highest respect for people who walk their cats instead of kicking them out the door when they leave for work so the cat has to roam the neighborhood and pee and poop in other peoples gardens.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Refusing generosity. It's perfect alright to politely decline, even though others would vilify you for being ungrateful and cold.

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

Sometimes one should allow others to experience the act of giving. It makes me uncomfortable to be a recipient, but people need that sometimes.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever My dad gets SUPER offended when I put my elbows on the table. I still dont know why.

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

I don't know, I guess I was raised with this as table etiquette? I suppose it's one of those things which has just come through history. Any pandas here know?

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#36

There are a ton of rules around clothing that are completely arbitrary nonsense. And I don’t even just mean workplace dress codes and gendered clothing that are obvious bullsh*t. Even in casual situations, jeans and a flannel shirt are normal, but if you wore plaid flannel pajama pants and a denim shirt, you would look psychotic.

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Becky Samuel
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Clothing rules are used as a proxy to see at a glance how good you are at conforming to the rules of society.

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#37

Ladies can call their friends her "girlfriends," but a man, absolutely not, cannot call his friends his "boyfriends." That's not fair.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Laying down in public.

Source: likes to lay.

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

Or sitting in the floor. Sorry sometimes I am tired and there arent chairs or benches available.

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#39

hats indoors. No one has given me a valid reason why I need to tell students to take their hats off.

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

It's the norm going back to the days when people wore helmets (knights, vikings and such). It was a way to show trust and respect when entering someone else's home. Its pretty antiquated but that's where it came from.

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People Are Sharing 40 Things That Aren't Socially Acceptable For No Reason Whatsoever Running everywhere instead of walking.

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

But you are more likely to collide with someone if running rather than walking, so I wouldn't say that there's no reason for this to be socially unacceptable. It's also very impractical since most of us don't want to run everywhere and thus it'll be hard for those who do want to run to get around us safely.

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