Timing is everything. And sometimes, timing just isn’t on people’s side. As they may have heard a joke that they found hilarious, but the next person they shared it with didn’t find it remotely funny at all, as it struck a little too close to home. Or when someone just received the happiest news they’ve […] More
Content Warning: Hair shaming Whether organizations want to admit it or not, some are much more fixated on appearances than they should be. That’s especially true when they have a political agenda or are blatantly racist in their demands, side-eyed the members of the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITAH) subReddit. Redditor fl3shd0ll was shocked when […] More
If we know someone quite well, it can be easy, not to mention tempting, to tease them with their known triggers. Even if no one particularly enjoys being teased, it’s easy enough for them to laugh along, knowing it’s not out of malice, but coming from a place of love. This is, of course, a […] More
How soon is too soon for visitors after giving birth needs to be a decision left to the parent(s) and no one else. But some relatives are bound to push back against any restrictions on their access. A second time mother-to-be turned to the “Am I The A**hole” (AITA) subReddit for feedback on her postpartum […] More
We’ve all known one of those “brutally honest” people who obviously use their honesty as a shield to make rude comments. But when we finally put them in their place, it’s important not to stoop as low as they do, pointed out the members of the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITAH) subReddit. Redditor Practical_Parsley207’s husband […] More
If a prank leaves someone crying, hurt, or uncomfortable, then it wasn’t a joke. If everyone isn’t able to walk away from a joke laughing, then it was just cruel. But some people insist on hiding their ugly behaviors behind being a “joke,” side-eyed the members of the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITAH) subReddit. Redditor […] More
It’s something of a cliché for people to have a tense relationship with their mother-in-law (MIL). And indeed, this isn’t always the case, as some people find themselves having a stronger and healthier relationship with their MILs than with their own mothers. Unfortunately, some MILs live up to the “Monster-in-Law” stereotype and often look for […] More
You never know what kind of interactions you’re going to have by living in a large apartment complex. You’re lucky if you live in a nice community, as having even one enemy can grow into an uncomfortable living experience. One woman had a combative encounter at the pool and left her wondering if she was […] More
While parenting is a two-person job, few would argue that at the end of the day, mother knows best. Closed minded as that sounds, most mother’s simply have a unique quality when it comes to parenting that very few fathers have. Which isn’t to say that there aren’t devoted, loving fathers out there who are […] More
Anyone who has ever engaged with a nudist community at all can attest to the fact that consent plays a vital role in the community, as does personal hygiene and respecting shared spaces. If you’re going to practice nudity, it’s obviously important to keep yourself clean and healthy, and when you’re going to sit down […] More
Giving gifts can be stressful. Everyone wants to give a gift to another person that elicits joy. Sadly, for some gift recipients, the thought doesn’t count. Some people just need fancy labels and extravagance. So where does that leave the unwanted gifts? Redditor cereal4dinner12 wanted to discuss her experience and get feedback, so she came […] More
A teenager who was very self-conscious of her acne encountered an unusual problem she never saw coming. When a classmate at a new school took issue with the teen’s appearance, the ensuing drama led her to the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITA) subReddit to seek judgment from strangers online. There, Redditor Yeetoads asked: “AITA for […] More
