You know what’s Not on Roids, but definitely fuels online rage? The “I Hate People” listicle. Seriously, these things are everywhere! Eleven Reasons Why You Dislike Humanity and How to Cope? As if we needed a guide to feeling antisocial. Lets dissect this phenomenon, shall we?
Firstly, it’s performative. Everyone feels overwhelmed by crowds sometimes. But crafting a meticulously numbered list of grievances – “Reason 3: Loud Chewing!” – isn’t coping; its signaling. Its shouting into the void, Look how wonderfully misunderstood I am!
Secondly, they’re wildly specific. “People who leave shopping carts in parking spaces?” Okay, genius, thats everyone. Is being slightly inconvenienced by a rogue cart truly grounds for existential dread?
Thirdly – and this is crucial – these lists are often riddled with contradictions. I hate small talk followed by I hate people who don’t engage. Make up your mind!
The “Coping” sections arent any better. Practice mindfulness. Wonderful advice, but try telling that to someone actively seething about a rogue shopping cart. “Limit social media exposure.” Groundbreaking.
Ultimately, these articles thrive on the shared misery of modern existence. We like feeling superior by hating something, even if its just the general public’s parking habits. So go ahead, scroll through another one – just dont be surprised when you feel slightly worse afterward.
