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To put it simply, gatekeeping is an act when someone takes it upon themselves to decide who does or does not have access or rights to a community or identity ("You can't be a real Phoebe Bridgers fan, you just discovered her. Real fans follow her since at least Stranger in the Alps.") If this sounds ridiculous to you, don't worry. You're not alone.

There's a subreddit called r/GatesOpenComeOnIn and it describes itself as the polar opposite of gatekeeping. Created in 2018, this online community collects and shares pictures of wholesome acts of kindness when people had each other's backs. Whether it's encouraging everyone to share their Spotify Wrapped or simply allowing someone to feel tired, it doesn't take much to acknowledge another person's emotions, thoughts, experiences, values, and beliefs. Continue scrolling and check out how it's done.

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Wholesome Patriotism

Wholesome Patriotism

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

This! I cannot express how much I agree.

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As you can see from the pictures, empathy goes a long way. Developing it is crucial for establishing relationships and behaving compassionately. Since empathy involves experiencing another person’s point of view, rather than just one’s own, it enables prosocial or helping behaviors that come from within, rather than being forced.

Sadly, some surveys indicate that empathy is on the decline in the United States and elsewhere. But at least these findings motivate parents, schools, and communities to support programs that help people of all ages enhance and maintain their ability to walk in each other’s shoes.

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    #2

    Halloween For Everyone!

    Halloween For Everyone!

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    ADHORTATOR
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    nice - but what religion does forbid costumes?

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    #3

    Come On In And Long As You’re Nice

    Come On In And Long As You’re Nice

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    troufaki13
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If God created all creatures with his infinite wisdom, why would he hate something that HE created?

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    Empathy really is a superpower: it helps us cooperate with others, build friendships, make moral decisions, and intervene when we see others being bullied.

    Humans usually begin to show signs of empathy in infancy and the trait develops steadily through childhood and adolescence.

    That being said, most people are likely to feel greater empathy for someone like themselves and may feel less empathy for those outside their family, community, ethnicity, or race.

    #4

    Everybody Say Thank You To Andy

    Everybody Say Thank You To Andy

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    #5

    Making Your Child Happy

    Making Your Child Happy

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    #6

    Minding Your Own Business Is Free

    Minding Your Own Business Is Free

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    am_c0m0
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Minding our own business would solve a lot of our problems.

    sylvantic
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    also, burkinis sound amazing. no tan lines! no skin cancer! no pervy guys looking at you! no boogie board burn! maybe less sand in your suit!

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    Something
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The sun protection makes me want to wear one too.

    Louise B
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a ginger, I couldn't agree more. It would have saved me from a LOT of painful episodes of sunburn. Also, as this post is all about empathy,, no one deserves to have their nice day at the seaside ruined by having to look at my pasty white skin slowly sizzling to a deep red 🤢

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    Deborah B
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's sun-safe, swim-safe, and more than meets basic modesty standards. So if she's comfortable and happy, why should anyone else care? Is she handing out judgement on your bikini and winter-white-turning-lobster-red sunburn?

    Ozacoter
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am not a big fan of certain religions telling women to cover themselves. But I am aware that as adults they have the right to chose how to dress and I will always respect that. I have a lot of muslim colleagues and it is extremely sad how the local public pool doesnt allow burkinis (stupid rule). And also doesnt allow people inside wearing clothes (like sitting out of the pool watching the kids, not inside the pool). That means that none of my muslim colleagues can go swim or even take their kids to the pool in summer. Its heartbreaking.

    Bill Cipher
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    kevin hart "my mom told me to tell you to mind your damn motherf#####ng buisness b*tch"

    Anne
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, look at her smile!

    Mewton’s Third Paw
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She is in a swimsuit. Not much different from a wetsuit which nobody judges.

    Ronel du Plessis
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need a swimsuit like that!!!! I don't burn, I TOAST!! Even with sunblock

    Iggy
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me too, Ronel! I would happily wear one of these.

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    Eunice Probert
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually that looks really comfortable to wear. I would, as I burn very easily in the sun. And I've never thought it necessary to dress in two pieces of string and a tiny handkerchief to let the whole world see my pink body. My body is my own business.

    Anni
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those Baywatch style swimsuits and bikinis back then were horrible for me to wear... One or the other of my butt cheeks would wobble out at one or the other side at any time. Back then I would had wished for something that would have allowed for some movement without just feeling THAT exposed... Like a burkini. :) Would have helped me to feel secure - me, a pretty skinny (then...), European girl. (Also: Helps to prevent sunburn! Not bad either...) Post edited to make clear that "horrible" referred to myself feeling horribly uncomfortable in those - not about others wearing them. Thanks to @Mewton's Third Paw for pointing this out! (Cool user name, by the way!)

    Mewton’s Third Paw
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No. You need to mind your business as well. You don’t have to wear something to not judge other people for wearing it. Coveralls and tankinis and full swim suits have been around for ages.

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    MaryAnn Ryan
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And no skim cancer for her too!

    Rae Reyn
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am intensely Irish and I'll even burn if I sing 'Here Comes the Sun". I would very much like one of these.

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    James016
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The right way is not to react

    Kim Bush
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly what I was thinking... The best way to react is not to react. That can be said about a lot of situations.

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think she looks amazing and look how happy she is, a bonus is that she is protected from the sun.

    Sergio Bicerra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, my thoughts, as long as she is confortable, less risk of skin cancer (i hope)

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    cursed--alien
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Minding your own business is a great way to react to many things.

    Beth Dezarn
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Old joke but relevant: I was walking past a mental hospital the other day. All the patients were shouting 13...13...13. The fence was too high to see over but I saw a little gap in the planks, so I looked through to see what was going on. Some idiot poked me in the eye with a stick. Then they all started shouting 14...14...14. That's how I learned to mind my own business.

    Forty Seven Pandas
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really... in this day and age, The Atlantic is posting such headlines?

    deanna woods
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would rather look at this than some girl who keeps digging her swimsuit out of her butt.

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

    I was at the beach last year and I saw a family that had the "modest" bathing suits and the women had full skirts and were covered from neck to ankle and so were the boys, but theirs were more like wet suits. Anyway, I had the best time watching that family play in the waves and foam. Who care what they are wearing, they had more fun than anyone else on the beach that day.

    Daria B
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With the increase in jellyfish population....

    Lucy Skinner
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Support her, mind your business, if she looks nervous (and you are close to her) tell her she looks AMAZING!

    Kathryn Baylis
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    TBH, I’ve always been rather modest myself—-way more comfortable in one piece bathing suits that are not cut too high in the leg or too low in the bodice, than in a bikini—-so can hardly begrudge someone else their comfort with something that can be as revealing as swimwear. Until the burquini, Muslim women couldn’t experience the joy, the fun, and the feeling of refreshment you get from splashing around, swimming, and floating in water. They’re not hurting anything, so how about people just mind their own damn business and refrain from f*****g up someone else’s happy day?

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

    I think it is beautiful dont Yall. The woman isn't bad either. *Gay Panic* Beautiful woman alert someone help!!!!!!!!!!

    Anna Banana
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a Chinese friend with very fair skin - she looked similar when she went swimming. Somehow nobody thought to be offended by that.

    Aayse
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    she is happy and this is none of anyone's business. I never get the people interfering other's choices

    Blue of the yams
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you're gonna say anything, complement her on the color or pattern. Nothing else.

    Scarlett O'Hara's Ghost
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the point of the question was to bring to light the oppression of women. No doubt her husband is there dressed for the beach and prolly enjoying the view. Why isn't she allowed the same? I'm not implying that we should stick our noses in where they don't belong, but sometimes it's the right thing to do. 20 years ago if I hadn't have had a "nosey" neighbor, I'd be dead at the hand of an abusive husband that I couldn't get away from

    Dennis Stanley
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The right way would be to ask where she got that, it's soooo cuuuute.

    Hussain M
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Personally as a guy also I feel the need to cover up with a t-shirt due to some a belly bump and some scars. It's a personal preference sometimes..

    David Beaulieu
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You know... like literally everyone in this photo is doing.

    Sandrine-E. Séchaud
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Minding your own business should be a mantra.

    Hehe
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is it actually so cute tho

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

    If you look at the photo closely everyone is doing just that; Minding their own business!

    Linda Roy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Non Muslim here, but are men restricted in what they can/cannot wear at the beach or wherever?

    Wim Cossement
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like you're all woke 'light'. Men telling woman how to dress because we can't control our thoughts is pretty lame...

    Jaybird3939
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd tell her I love the color of her swimsuit.

    Steve in Denver
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I understand the furor around clothing and female repression, but THIS WOMAN IS HAVING FUN. How many centiries did it take to get here?

    Gay Llama
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Question is it disrespectful to wear a burqini when you aren't Muslim? My mom semi jokingly said she wanted to wear one because it would cover most of her and I said she shouldn't because she's not Muslim. She said they wouldn't know that. Muslims please tell me if this is disrespectful.

    Eilat Jelin
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is one smart way to keep yourself from getting bad sunburns!

    Mary Hilton
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least she changed clothes for swimming. I've seen women in Canadian parks just go in the lake in their regular dresses..

    Cybele Spanjaard
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She seems to enjoy her time in the ocean edge, the wet clothing would stick to the skin so uncomfortably, but I guess the women who choose to wear their traditional clothing in all circumstances would accept that as expected too.

    JD Lee
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nobody asked you for a reaction. You gave it unsolicited. Your problem, not hers.

    Waffles
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    someones religious beliefs - and what they wear because of that - IS NONE OF ANYBODIES BUISNESS

    James F. Wilson Jr.
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The smile on her face says it all. Not meant for you.

    Roland Kreslin
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Strange... If you wear a surf suit nobody bat's an eye... If you wear a burkini.. world go batshit crazy

    Patricia Rose
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great idea, minding our own business. I like it. Simple and free.

    Sigmand Froid
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing wrong with her burquini or whatever they call it. Live and let live! As long they don't come after my bikini, I am not bothered.

    Charlie
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need this! I burn so bad!

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

    I'm sorry that woman feels she needs to cover up like that and that it's the norm for her. That was something that got drilled into her by an oppressive religious culture seeking to hide women as much as possible. Think about how much happier we'd be and how much more peaceful the planet would be without religion.

    Aamna Shah
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am sorry that you feel the need to stick your nose into her business because it's the norm for you. That was something that got drilled into you by an oppressive, invasive, culture seeking to tell women they're only free as long as they follow your selected dress code for them in order to show themselves off as much as possible. As if you own their bodies. Think about how less pathetic, less judgemental and intolerant our world would be without judgemental jerks like yourself. I am a Muslim woman and I don't need your moral policing. Keep the white savior syndrome to your own selves and stop trying to disrespect us by saying that we're all inferior to you because we cover ourselves. The fact that people spew this bullshit as soon as they see the word 'Muslim' is pathetic and it's about time your bigotry gets called out. You're also judging women as oppressed like the people whom you despise who shame women for showing skin. That's the most interesting thing. You're both the same.

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    Javiera Gotelli
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's having a blast, and that's all we should react to!

    Kate DiLiberto
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too much sun causes skin cancer -- this is quite a wise thing to wear!

    Kate DiLiberto
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you know her, go to her and ask if she wants to join you for a swim. Have a fun time. If you don't know her, go have your own swim, and, let her have hers. What is there to "react" to?

    A Random Panda
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She seems to be enjoying herself. Good for her!

    Leo Domitrix
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd ask ehr where she got it. It's lovely.

    Notorious DBT
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The water is always too cold for me so I would consider wearing one.

    George-Florin Constantin
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mind our own business, let the woman enjoy her swim time, live and let live, blah, blah... but you can't help to wonder whether the burkini is a sign of freedom for her, or just another link in the chain.

    KimTx
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I respect her for wearing it. I will be over here in my muu-muu. 😆

    Truth Monster
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't like Islam, to be honest, but I support and respect her right to wear whatever the heck she pleases. Her freedom is mine as well.

    Terd Fergison
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    Mind your own business to a degree. Is she really happy? Would she prefer to wear something else given the chance? Is the religion forced upon her? Is she forced to be subservient to men and boys? I'm betting islam was forced upon her way before the age of adult reasoning. Is she really happy or is she brainwashed? Islam is sad and disgusting. Let's say in a hypothetical situation there were twin girls separated at birth and 1 raised in a muslim and country and 1 raised in a secular country. I would bet the girl raised in a secular country would not choose this type of misogynistic beachwear, and the secular one would be more free and happy.

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    Like other traits, empathy may have evolved with a selfish motive: using others as a "social antenna" to help detect danger. From an evolutionary point of view, creating a mental model of another person's intent is critical: the arrival of an interloper, for example, could be deadly, so developing sensitivity to the signals of others could be life-saving.

    Babies display an understanding that people’s actions are guided by intentions and can act on that understanding before they turn 18 months old, including trying to comfort a parent. Advanced reasoning about other people’s thoughts develops around age 5-6.

    #7

    Bikinis For Boys

    Bikinis For Boys

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    #8

    Gates Open Slide On In!

    Gates Open Slide On In!

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    #9

    Read Whatever You Want

    Read Whatever You Want

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    Experts say that people high in narcissism, or who have a narcissistic personality disorder, can exhibit empathy and even compassion. However, that ability only goes so far, as ultimately they prioritize their own needs.

    Some researchers believe narcissists can become more empathetic by developing greater self-compassion, which can increase their own feelings of security and self-worth and enable them to open up to hearing others.

    #10

    Shout Out To The Solo Eaters

    Shout Out To The Solo Eaters

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

    This made sense in 2018 when eating in restaurants was normal.

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    #11

    Do What Makes You Happy For You

    Do What Makes You Happy For You

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    #13

    Someone I Went To School With Posted This About Giving Their Son A Unicorn-Themed Birthday Bash. Positive Parenting For The Win

    Someone I Went To School With Posted This About Giving Their Son A Unicorn-Themed Birthday Bash. Positive Parenting For The Win

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

    My boy loves colour pink and red. As soon as he was able to show it to me, I have made him red birthday cake and bought red or pink clothes. He also liked to play with baby doll, toy washing machine and cooking gadgets and we allowed him to play what ever he wanted. That phase has now mostly passed, but red is still his favourite colour.

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    "Do a thought experiment," Mark Davis, a professor of psychology who has spent decades studying empathy, said. “Imagine if humans didn’t have the capacity for empathy. What would it mean if, in fact, we never gave a damn about what happened to other people? That’s an almost an inconceivable world."

    "As awful a species as we can be — and we certainly have the capacity for terrible things — we’re also capable of some pretty wonderful things, noble things, self-sacrifice."

    #14

    Family Is A Family Is A Family

    Family Is A Family Is A Family

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    Julie C Rose
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A while ago someone asked me if I “have a family”. I said yes and was genuinely confused when she started asking me about kids.

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    Southern Hospitality

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    Anyone Can Be Tired!

    Anyone Can Be Tired!

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    #17

    Never Too Late To Join A Movement

    Never Too Late To Join A Movement

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    Interestingly, the word "empathy" is relatively new. It didn’t enter the English language until the early 1900s, derived from the German word einfühlung, according to Daniel Batson, a researcher of empathy and professor emeritus at Kansas University.

    #18

    Felt Like This Might Belong Here

    Felt Like This Might Belong Here

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

    My husband doesnt find my jokes funny, but he cracks up when i cant finish the joke because im laughing so hard.. I love him!

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    #19

    It's The Thought That Counts

    It's The Thought That Counts

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

    8 am class with a fun lecturer, where do I sign up?

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    #20

    Never Too Late For New Beginnings

    Never Too Late For New Beginnings

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    While some people are more naturally empathetic than others, there are easy, evidenced-based exercises that anyone can do to increase their empathy. 

    First, talk to new people. Trying to imagine how someone else feels is often not enough. Luckily, the solution is simple: ask them. "For me, the core of empathy is curiosity," Jodi Halpern, a psychiatrist and bioethics professor at the University of California, Berkeley, who studies empathy, told The New York Times. "It's what is another person’s life actually like in its particulars?”

    #21

    We Are All Nerds Together

    We Are All Nerds Together

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    Roxy Eastland
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can completely relate to this. I love it when I discover that a friend that I've known for years has an in depth knowledge on a subject I never suspected.

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    Good Guy Owner

    Good Guy Owner

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

    I love this. In Germany it is forbidden by the law to look for food in supermarket dumpsters. As long as the food doesnt pose a safety hazard, the food should be donated (which some supermarkets do, but its only a few plus they have to pay tax for the food which they are donating, so not many do this).

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    You can start conversations with strangers or invite a colleague or neighbor you don't know well to lunch. But the trick is to go beyond small talk – ask them how they're doing and what their daily life is like.

    Put away your phone and other screens when you’re having conversations, even with the people you see every day, so you can fully listen and notice their facial expressions and gestures.

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    Also, follow people on social media with different backgrounds than you have (different race, religion, or political persuasion). 

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    Stress Relief

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

    And do not geet engaged into ridiculous competition. You do not need to have read the full History of Middle-earth to enjoy watching the hobbit. (You should, though, before criticising supposed plot-holes.)

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    #26

    Money Is Power, But Also Not

    Money Is Power, But Also Not

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

    Also when the minimum wage rises, you can hope that other employers will also offer more, to give people a reason to stay in their job instead of taking an 'easier' minimum wage job.

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    #27

    Better Late Than Never

    Better Late Than Never

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    Nat Hedley
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dude in my graduating class (back in 1997) was 84 years old at the time of his graduation. Learn like you'll live forever, it's never too late.

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    But don’t just stand in someone else's shoes, as the saying goes—take a walk in them. For example, consider attending someone else's church, mosque, synagogue, or other houses of worship for a few weeks while they attend yours, or visit a village in a developing country and volunteer.

    If you don't have enough time for these activities, you can simply explore a new neighborhood, or strike up a conversation with a homeless person in your community.

    If someone’s behavior is bothering you, think about why. Consider what it’s like to live their daily life.

    #29

    Gay Pride Can Be Whatever You Want/Need It To Be

    Gay Pride Can Be Whatever You Want/Need It To Be

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    Friendly Encouragement

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    #31

    How Lovely

    How Lovely

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    Zuila
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you for this! Kids will never learn how to behave or communicate with others if they can't be at public places. My kids usually behave very well, but can be quite loud.

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    #32

    Showing Respect For One Another’s Professions

    Showing Respect For One Another’s Professions

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    Roxy Eastland
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a weird comment. Don't we all love the person that turns up at our doorstep with our eagerly awaited parcel??

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    Remember, you don't need to understand everything about someone to make them feel respected. Just don’t make assumptions about people based on what your life is like. The people on this list certainly haven't.

    We’re all humans, and we all have a desire to connect with one another. Building our empathy, considering the perspectives of others, and opening ourselves to uncomfortable conversations can make that happen.

    #33

    Witches vs. Patriarchy

    Witches vs. Patriarchy

    taeowyn Report

    #34

    Jesus Never Stutters

    Jesus Never Stutters

    camfromthegutter Report

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    #35

    You Get To Decide How You Define Being "Grownup"

    You Get To Decide How You Define Being "Grownup"

    DancingAndrovski Report

    Something
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would a saleswoman at a furniture store not want to sell furniture?

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    #36

    All Allies Welcome!

    All Allies Welcome!

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    #37

    Taking Care Of Your Mental Health Is Important

    Taking Care Of Your Mental Health Is Important

    huracanEVO Report

    #38

    We’re All In This Together

    We’re All In This Together

    KingOfNiFe Report

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A lot of people do make it their business to decide what other people should earn, how and where they should live and why they shouldn't have universal healthcare. They're called Republicans.

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    #39

    Ok Zoomer

    Ok Zoomer

    HipstaBarista Report

    Marianne
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Smartphones are the library of Alexandria? Wow, I have to remember this one!

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    #40

    They Had Us In The First Half

    They Had Us In The First Half

    RsquaredT Report

    Karl Baxter
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I find it amazing that some Christians arrogantly think that their religion somehow “owns” marriage. People were getting together and pairing up in a variety of rituals 1000s of years before Christianity turned up.

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    #41

    I Love Sharing My Book Collection

    I Love Sharing My Book Collection

    DiagonalCrosswalks Report

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    #43

    Speak Everything

    Speak Everything

    blazinfastjohny Report

    Eva the Egg
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how creative they were to change the sign that way <3

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    #44

    Learning Is Awesome

    Learning Is Awesome

    MagnetOfWeird Report

    Marianne
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also my favorite ones! And I love to talk about them to whoever cares to listen. ;)

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    #45

    Read What You Love

    Read What You Love

    numberonecatmom Report

    #46

    You’re Doing Just Fine

    You’re Doing Just Fine

    RedGalDread Report

    Roxy Eastland
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This stupid meme also failed to recognise that to develop skills and side hustles we really benefit from the support of friends and family. Hanging out and chatting enables our brains to get things in to perspective, sort out what we've learnt so far, and subconsciously start to work on what is to come next.

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    #47

    Blake Knows What's Up

    Blake Knows What's Up

    lbseida Report

    #48

    Gonna Remember Who Spoke To Me And Who Didn’t

    Gonna Remember Who Spoke To Me And Who Didn’t

    CodePurple_ Report

    Aayse
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    waiting for the lockdown is over can take some time.

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    #49

    Accept Everyone And Respect Their Decisions Y’all

    Accept Everyone And Respect Their Decisions Y’all

    smol_catto_ Report

    #50

    Do Whatever Makes You Happy

    Do Whatever Makes You Happy

    Gingold Report

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    #51

    Always Puts A Smile On My Face

    Always Puts A Smile On My Face

    dis_2much Report

    #52

    Very Positive Message I Saw Scrolling Through IG

    Very Positive Message I Saw Scrolling Through IG

    AndrewBert109 Report

    Zuila
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This applies to all ages, not just 20's

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    #53

    Sorry. I Just Had To. It's Too Nice

    Sorry. I Just Had To. It's Too Nice

    JayArDee123 Report

    Rachel Peterson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We need a lot more churches expressing this kind of love (WWJD, indeed) <3

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    #54

    Let People Live!

    Let People Live!

    literallysofie Report

    maia martin
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    also, cisgender people can put their pronouns in their bio in order to be more welcoming to people who are transgender/nonbinary :)

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    #55

    We All Handsome

    We All Handsome

    pau1rw Report

    Ozacoter
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is awesome. All bodies are equally valuable.

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    #56

    If It Makes You Happy

    If It Makes You Happy

    bolabamos Report

    Roxy Eastland
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have the same thing about children's names. Call your child whatever you damn well want and the rest of us will be sure to teach our kids not to be playground bullies

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    #57

    Good Reminder

    Good Reminder

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    Az
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unfortunately cancel culture begs to differ

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    #58

    Dad Knows Best

    Dad Knows Best

    SheriffJewel Report

    Duncan Ash
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean I know plenty of straight girls who enjoy those things

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    #59

    Make Those Comics!

    Make Those Comics!

    Kupeoxo Report

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    #61

    Sizes

    Sizes

    wehealthyqueens Report

    Roxy Eastland
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never got the lack of love for smaller guys. Some of the cutest guys I've ever known have been shorter than me.

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    #62

    On Self-Diagnosis

    On Self-Diagnosis

    nightonmars Report

    GaeFrog
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah it does make that stuff pretty hard :/

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    #63

    Come On In! Keep Trying

    Come On In! Keep Trying

    reddit.com Report

    Laugh or not
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wrong, you should care that someone is trying to learn a new skill: help them if you can and they ask, encourage them if they need, and be in awe of personal growth.

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    #64

    The World Is Ready

    The World Is Ready

    ghostmeharder Report

    Hans
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if no one does, write another post.

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    #65

    Do What You Like

    Do What You Like

    TimePie1 Report

    *screamsinbisexual*
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! This is so important!!!!!! I love video games but I’m absolute garbage at them so easy mode is a lifesaver haha

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    #66

    I'm Sure Many Of Us Needed To Hear This

    I'm Sure Many Of Us Needed To Hear This

    Nrqsb Report

    #67

    Wholesome

    Wholesome

    colontwisted Report

    #68

    Gotta Clean Up

    Gotta Clean Up

    SpermaSpons Report

    Eva the Egg
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bob's friend is the best, he is the sort of people we need in society

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    #69

    Girl In Red's Music Is For Everyone

    Girl In Red's Music Is For Everyone

    Liberosix Report

    Watching
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I like tits but my bops are for everyone" is my new mantra. And I'm not a lesbian.

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    #71

    Just Let Them

    Just Let Them

    DINNERWITHHOV Report

    kasa alex
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And also, attractiveness is actually so subjective

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    #72

    Everyone Deserves The Right To Complain

    Everyone Deserves The Right To Complain

    imgonegg Report

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    #73

    Nobody Cares If You Can’t Dance Well. Just Get Up And Dance

    Nobody Cares If You Can’t Dance Well. Just Get Up And Dance

    _alphabetagamma_ Report

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    #74

    Melon Flavored Jellyfish's Mom Says The Gates Are Open

    Melon Flavored Jellyfish's Mom Says The Gates Are Open

    alexthegreatoff Report

    Ian Koch
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exclusionists are canceled! (what's an exclusionist?)

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    #75

    I Decided To Make Some Original Content, Am I Doing It Right?

    I Decided To Make Some Original Content, Am I Doing It Right?

    illustralie Report

    Roxy Eastland
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish it was more universally understood that when a child is crying and reacting over 'some little thing' it is literally their whole world at that moment. Yes, even if they want something and can't have it, they are just shaken up by the dissonance inside themselves. How adults react to them teaches them buckets. Sympathy with the feelings would be a good and honest start. And there's nothing wrong with saying 'well, let's rethink if you can have it' either.

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    #76

    Nice To See This

    Nice To See This

    Jesus_Shaves_ Report

    MauKini
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    also, if id attempt to work on my car it would probably be worse after.. Also: How on earth did he take this picture?

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    #77

    We Are All Just Humans Trying To Make It To Tomorrow

    We Are All Just Humans Trying To Make It To Tomorrow

    allhailjhanell Report

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    #78

    For Those That Might Not Have Known, And Those That Know But Needed To Hear It All The Same

    For Those That Might Not Have Known, And Those That Know But Needed To Hear It All The Same

    burritobaby70 Report

    #79

    All Consoles Are Good!

    All Consoles Are Good!

    Falom Report

    #80

    One Of My Favorite Tweeters With His Gates Wide Open!

    One Of My Favorite Tweeters With His Gates Wide Open!

    Browncoat-Tiefling Report

    A Random Panda
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dude, I just noticed his icon is the lofi girl.

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    #81

    No Hamsters!

    No Hamsters!

    Holeeschite Report

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    #83

    We’ve All Been There

    We’ve All Been There

    Magicman_22 Report

    Nat Hedley
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Give her a little round of applause.

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    #84

    We’re All In This Bumpy Sweaty Party Together

    We’re All In This Bumpy Sweaty Party Together

    Tiffanymp3 Report

    JuJu
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Last week? That's for rookies. Last decade or even longer...

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    #85

    Ian Opining The Gates

    Ian Opining The Gates

    LULAARO Report

    Scagsy
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There speaking the truth, right their.

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    #86

    Gym Doors Open, Come Inside

    Gym Doors Open, Come Inside

    lulz1996 Report

    Ian Koch
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yes. I'm so underweight (77 or so when I should weigh 90-ish, I'm almost 14, my birthday is March 27!) that I had to get a blood draw to see if my digestive system worked properly, we're still waiting on the results but I think I'm ok.

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    #87

    I Swear To God

    I Swear To God

    Jazzbandrew Report

    your local lesbian
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    these are all so wholesome i just can’t-

    #88

    It’s Spooky Season

    It’s Spooky Season

    spicylatino69 Report

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    #89

    What Counts As Traveling?

    What Counts As Traveling?

    xshareddx Report

    IzzieM
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I leave my city... I'm claiming it as traveling. Whoop, road trip!!! ...to the next town over.

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    #90

    Spotify Wrapped

    Spotify Wrapped

    ConsumeFecalMatter Report

    #91

    Fixed It

    Fixed It

    DomeAcolyte42 Report

    Logic and Reason
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For context, the original had the man replying with ‘I’m a soldier on Call of Duty’.

    #92

    A Little Advice For The Ladies

    A Little Advice For The Ladies

    ivvix Report

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