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Article created by: Justinas Keturka

If you’re not careful, social pressure can have a powerful yet often subtle impact on your life. Even if you think you’re immune to other people’s and companies' opinions, they can still sometimes gently push you in one direction or another, where you pick up certain habits just because that’s how others behave.

In an intriguing AskReddit thread, internet users revealed the things that they believe society has “brainwashed” people into thinking that they need, even though they probably don’t. We’ve collected their most insightful opinions to share with you, and you can check them out below.

Bored Panda reached out to the author of the interesting discussion, redditor u/Beaner890, and they were kind enough to share their thoughts about social pressure and how to counter it. You'll find our interview with them as you read on.

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#1

Hands holding various pills and capsules representing items people are convinced they need from daily habits. A million vitamins and supplements every day, like hundreds of dollars a month amounts.

Kajega , Kateryna Hliznitsova Report

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    Close-up of social media app icons on a smartphone screen illustrating daily habits influenced by brainwashing techniques. Social media.

    marcellabp , Pixabay Report

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    #3

    Person holding phone near laptop on a wooden table, illustrating habits related to shower every day routines. To prove they're right.

    You don't need to reply to every comment that denies the point you were trying to make. Your time is valuable. State your points and move on with your life.

    CountlessStories , Getty Images Report

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    #4

    Close-up of green grass in an urban park with buildings in the background, highlighting daily hygiene and shower habits. Grass lawns.

    smitheroons , Petar Tonchev Report

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    #5

    Two people on the beach playfully throwing blue powder, illustrating ideas around daily shower habits and social influence. Gender Reveal...

    its-how-i-roll , Alex Hussein Report

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    #6

    Hand holding an Apple iPhone with box in background, illustrating one of the things people think they need daily. The newest phone every year no matter the price.

    ShadyMyLady , Luis Quintero Report

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    #7

    Bride and groom kissing outdoors surrounded by bridal party throwing flower petals on their wedding day. Expensive weddings.

    alangbas , Leonardo Miranda Report

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    #8

    Two women outdoors holding colorful shopping bags, discussing trends related to shower every day habits. An endless stream of clothes/accessories to follow every trend. Overconsumption of clothing is a huge issue.

    awholedamngarden , Borko Manigoda Report

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    #9

    Silhouette of a man standing in ocean water at sunset, reflecting on habits like shower every day and daily routines. To ruin the lives of people that are different than they are.

    iAMguppy , Ben Iwara Report

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    #10

    Young man smiling and holding a red mirror in a modern dental clinic, highlighting self-care and daily hygiene habits. Super white teeth. It doesn’t look weird at all.

    ovid31 , Anna Shvets Report

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    #11

    Person sitting alone in an ornate chapel with intricate gold details, reflecting on ideas like shower every day beliefs. Religion to be a good person....you need empathy.

    InstructionFair5221 , Mohamed hamdi Report

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    #12

    Hands sewing a button on white fabric with sewing tools, illustrating practical skills beyond daily shower habits. You can fix stuff. Don’t have to replace every time.

    smack4u , Kateryna Hliznitsova Report

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    #13

    Two professionals discussing documents in a car showroom, highlighting daily habits and personal routines. A new car as soon as the old car is paid off.

    Hohenmeyer2 , Antoni Shkraba Studio Report

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    #14

    Couple outdoors in casual clothing, sharing a moment in a field, illustrating daily habits influenced by shower every day. A relationship. Learn to be happy on your own and things will fall into place.

    WolfGrouchy1953 , Josh Willink Report

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    #15

    Gray Ford pickup truck parked in an underground garage, illustrating things people are convinced they need daily. Big trucks when not in the trades. Big SUVs for a family of 4. Etc. etc.

    Content-Fudge489 , Erik Mclean Report

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    #16

    Person pouring laundry detergent into washing machine, illustrating everyday habits related to shower and hygiene routines. Fabric softener. Just more perfumes and probably micro plastics.

    sparkyvt , RDNE Stock project Report

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    #17

    Businesswoman giving presentation about shower every day habits to attentive colleagues in modern meeting room. Climbing the corporate ladder. You spend years stepping on rungs made of stress and unpaid overtime, only to realize the top floor belongs to someone else—and they just pulled the ladder up behind them.

    ajm_usn321 , Alena Darmel Report

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    #18

    Minimalist baby nursery with white crib, cozy armchair, and soft decor representing comfort and daily routines. A lot of things for babies. Babies don’t need things, parents think they need things to make their lives easier.

    Diaper genies are not easier and 100% more gross and that’s a hill I will die on.

    thymetogohome , Lotus Design N Print Report

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    #19

    Close-up of a finger pointing at negative balances on a financial spreadsheet, illustrating budgeting and daily expense tracking. A four-year degree for jobs that pay you $18/hr and ask if you’re 'passionate about Excel.'

    LornaWhirl , Mika Baumeister Report

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    #20

    Keurig coffee maker with milk frother and glass pitcher on kitchen counter, illustrating daily use items people think they need. Keurigs. Making coffee is not that hard or time-consuming.

    AdMurky3039 , ZenTrainee Report

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    #21

    Four people clinking glasses with orange drinks at a table decorated with flowers and orange slices. Alcohol.

    RedRibbonRacer , Kateryna Hliznitsova Report

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