The holiday season is in full swing, and we feel like it’s the best time of the year to remember how wholesome, kind, supportive, welcoming, and selfless people can truly be, despite their perceived differences. That’s why we’re featuring the ‘Gates Open, Come On In’ subreddit, an online community of nearly 340k people today.
The online group presents itself as the exact opposite of r/gatekeeping and features folks being true legends who accept others no matter who they are, instead of angry gremlins who don’t want to let anyone new into their communities. Scroll down for some of the best anti-gatekeeping posts and hard proof that people really do have each others’ backs when push comes to shove.
Pssst, Pandas, if you’re looking to restore some more faith in humanity, then you’ll definitely want to check out Bored Panda’s previous article about some more great real-life anti-gatekeeping examples. You can read it right here.
British psychotherapist Silva Neves shared with Bored Panda his take on why some people feel the need to act as gatekeepers at all. "The theory is that it comes from our inner sense of survival. At times when we lived in tribes, it was part of survival to fear people outside of the tribe because they might have been a threat to the tribe," he explained to me. "In our modern world, to some extent, we have kept that sense of survival, although unnecessary now, but still subconsciously strong."
However, Silva notes just how much impact even small gestures of kindness can have. "When we learn to be kind to others, we're actually learning to be kind to ourselves. We need both." Scroll down for to read what he had to say about this.
This post may include affiliate links.
Love This
Everyone (Saw This Posted Somewhere Else On Reddit So Thought It'd Be Worth The Cross-Post)
Marry Whomever You Wish
I Just Like Animals
We Can All Get Along!
Everyone Starts Somewhere
Depression Gateopening
Read It All
Keep Doing What You Like, Support Others Who Do The Sam
You're Not A Product
I have to say the internet ruined quite a few hobbies for me. Going out to find tips and tricks and finding communities full of people who are soooooo much better at it then I’ll ever be, discourages me too much. In “ye old days” I just did whatever I liked and never knew how bad I was at it. So now I just avoid those kind of hobbies online. I’m happier not knowing if I’m good or not :)
I Love This Man More Than Certain Family Members
Damn, son, just wear a crop top and some underpants. Get those wet and you'll get some real attention.
This Is Beautiful
Working People Are My People!
Always keep in mind that your employer is paying you the least amount they feel they can to keep you around(Sure, there are exceptions, but 98% are).
Art Is For Everyone
Humiliation Fetish
For All Relationships
With Open Arms
You Are All Right
I Liked This One
Exactly! I almost always play easy mode, because I suck at them, but still enjoy them. Gaming is supposed to be fun, relaxing and a way to escape reality, not a second job! Unless it is your job, of course :D
Can’t Decide Whether This Belongs Here Or In Humansbeingbros
Have A Seat, Enjoy The View, Everyone Is Welcome
Pros And Cons Of GF...
Anyone Can Play Games
Liberal Arts
Gaming Is For Everyone
My dad never had any sons. He introduced his two daughters to video games and motorcycle racing. I became a lifelong gaming enthusiast, and my little sister bought a motorbike. :D
Respect To You For Doing Anything
Drink What You Like!!!
Spread The Positivity
A Novel‘S Worth Of Nerd S**t
Let People Be Happy
Wholesome Hotel
Let's Just Love Everyone
If anyone wants to continue the heartwarming goodwill, Jewish Voice for Peace is a great organization that supports Palestinian self-determination, supports peace and justice in the Middle East, and stands against anti-Jewish, anti-Muslim, and anti-Arab bigotry.
Like What You Like
Everyone Is Welcome On This Server
Does This Doormat Count?
Vegan BBQ
You're Never Too Old For Success
This Subreddit In A Nutshell. This Applies To So Many Communities
When The Old Becomes New Again
Love Is Always Valid. Assume The Best First!
this! i am truly loved for the first time in my life, and im in my early 40s. its amazing and i want to share that. If you've always had that it might seem a bit lame to post about it, but take a second to consider experiencing it for the first time
Love What You Are
No Beer Is Girly Beer
I Love My Grandma So Much. She Got Her Point Across Without Being Mean To The Family Friend
Can't Argue With Mom!
Like What You Like
You can find men or women attractive and it not be sexual at all...
There's Some Logic There
As A Metal Head, Everyone Is Welcome!
Vent’s Open Come On In
Fire
Play The Game Any Way You Want
Do You, No Matter What!
Hot Take On Regional Pizza
Your regularly scheduled reminder that pineapple pizza is considered the basic type of pizza in New Zealand and I think also Australia.
Enjoy Whatever You Want
You Can’t Go Out Like That, Bob
Lol that was exactly my first thought when I saw the second frame! “Oh no, that mustache needs help.”
You Should Know That Elton John Famously Adores Almost Every Genre Of Music, And Is A Big Fan Of People Covering His Songs
Wholesome Nathan Pyle
You Go Whoever You Are Jojo!
You Are Valid
And Preferably Dry Them As Well
Everyone Thinks Their Dog Is The Best...
The Only Price Of Admission Is Doing It At All
This is true. I've got my exercise crew at the park and we love seeing each other.
On Harry Potter Books And Movies
Real Radiohead Fans Welcome Everyone, Ful Stop
Trans rights = basic f*****g human rights 🏳️⚧️ 🏳️⚧️ To all you transphobes: your opinion is less welcome then I am in my own skin. Right out the door with you
The “Let People Enjoy Things” Starter Pack
This Library’s Rules
Idk If This Has Been Posted Yet
For me, there's only 2 types of music. The type I like and the type I don't like. And I am the only one who decides what I like or not. That's the reason I listen to both Adele and Cannonball Corpse.
Not Everyone Can Deal With The Bs Of Running A Computer!
R/Matt May Be One Of The Most Welcoming Subs Of All Time
Queer Comrade Isopods
PC, Console, And Yes, Even Mobile. Talking To You Osrs
One To Unite Them All
I Hope They Have A Long And Fulfilling Relationship
I really like this, that's one of the biggest things I'm worried about while dating.
Michael Johnson Says If You Run, You’re A Runner
Idk whats wrong with my stoopid brain , But I read Michael johnson as michael Jackson 😂😂😂
