The world around us is in a constant state of flux . Trends come and go, often without any rhyme or reason as to why. Sometimes, it’s for the better but other times — we’re not so lucky .
Below is a list of 15 trends that seriously need to go. For the betterment of society and the overall wellbeing of the human race, let’s put an end to these god-awful trends.
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Over doing it with cosmetic surgery — especially lip fillers.
“Jumbo lip trend. The Kylie Jenner phenomenon. Some faces aren’t meant to have those lips. Also, fillers, done right can look good, but some women take it too far.” – Reddit u/Wackydetective
Social media.
Reddit user Stamafia feels that our society’s fascination with social media will eventually run its course. And that when that day finally arrives — it will be one of the most celebrated and memorable moments in human history.
Recording inappropriate moments on your phone.
Reddit user PlasmidEve wants to know why every time a fight breaks out, a tornado touches down, or a car accident occurs — that there’s always some idiot standing off to the side videotaping? This whole “World Star” fad has run its course if you ask me.
“Making stupid people famous.” – Reddit u/rouen_sk
Did somebody say, “Jake Paul”? How is it that a person can go from the relative fringe of Disney obscurity to the absolute forefront of the boxing world? I just don’t get it.
Prideful ignorance.
Ignorance is never an excuse, according to Reddit user Sir_Thomas_Noble. Whenever you hear someone say “It’s just the way I am” or “Ignorance is bliss” — it’s really just an excuse for their own bad behavior.
Reboots and remakes.
I’m turning 34-years-old, next year. In my time, I’ve seen five different versions of Batman, three Spider-Men, as well as two diametrically opposite incarcerations of Superman. Absolutely everything nowadays is either a reboot or a remake and I dare you to argue otherwise.
Pranking strangers in public.
Everyone appreciates a good practical joke every now and again, but this Reddit user feels that by and large, they’re becoming too extreme. It’s not funny to throw a plastic bucket over someone’s head while they shop at Home Depot — it’s assault.
Oversharing on social.
Reddit user CreateTheRush is fed up with people who treat Facebook and Instagram as their own private therapists. Vent if you need to vent but don’t clog up my feed with a bunch of your own personal dirty laundry.
Making impossible beauty standards the benchmark of femininity
“The constant pressure/need for women/men to look flawless and have no pores or perceived flaws of any kind. Seriously, stretch lines or a not-so-straight jaw really shouldn’t be such a big deal.” – Reddit u/AnonCAT413
Hating things for the sake of hating things.
Redditor thatguyad feels that we’re too quick to try and tear somebody down nowadays — especially perfect strangers. We would do well to try and rewire our innate inclinations toward a more positive outlook.
Doesn’t anybody read anymore?!
Seriously, when’s the last time you picked up a book that wasn’t either a newspaper or magazine? That’s what I thought. Our society’s abandonment of the written word is troubling and one we should correct as quickly as possible.
Students being forced to take on massive amounts of debt for school.
Reddit user Geometricuriosity doesn’t understand why young people are forced to incur such incredible amounts of debt in order to pursue post-secondary education? With countless free accreditations available online, why are we still feeding the dinosaur that is the education system?
Our society’s emphasis toward cancel culture.
“Digging up something someone said years ago, possibly without context, then using it to “prove” they are a bad person, then condemning them even more regardless of how they respond.” – Reddit u/UltimateAnswer42
Elaborate expensive weddings.
Redditor SockPuppetPsycho feels that a wedding is one of the dumbest financial decisions that a young couple can make. Considering that the average wedding in Canada costs roughly $30,000 — it’s difficult to disagree.
“Having an overbearing opinion on something you don’t know much about.” – Reddit u/thatguyad
Given the state of the world over the past two years, I feel as if this is something that we can all agree with. I’ve had my fill of unsolicited opinions — enough to last a lifetime.
