Before the internet, people would show that they were tough by maybe wearing a muscle shirt or owning a comically huge truck. Maybe they'd throw some flexes your way or pick a fight at a bar. Now, thanks to social media, dudes can make their toughness known with cringey posts that promise they're capable of messing someone up. The r/iamverybadass subreddit does an amazing job of cataloguing this specific kind of "badass." And we can't get enough of hilariously toxic masculinity.

We're gonna go ahead and say it: "Not all neckbeards." But even though we know that not all fedora tipping gentlemen are misogynistic creeps, there's evidence on r/justneckbeardthings, @neckbeardfancy, and pretty much any comment section that aggressive desperation is definitely a trend. These posts and memes make for some serious proof. 

It's easy to laugh at pretty much anything on TikTok, especially anything involving relationships. But thanks to this garbage fire of a year, we're a little more accepting of cringe when it somehow manages to give us hope. TikTok user @liltransboykai shared a video that fits the bill yesterday - a clip of his coworker Willow proposing to his partner Akira. The whole thing goes down at work, which for these three happens to be a McDonald's. The video eventually made its way to Twitter, where users both mocked and praised it with a heavy dose of predictable sass. Though we enjoyed the laugh, we wish these two a happy future. 

We share a lot of memes on this site, and while some of them tackle philosophy, literature and art, there's not much representation of the right brain. These science memes are intended to change that. They feature a healthy mix of very basic science references and shitposts, and some more intense material for the smart and driven people who were in STEM classes. They're no substitute for actually studying these big-brained subjects, but they might make you feel smarter.

We don't think that anyone needs an excuse to peruse memes. We think its our right to indulge in procrasturbatory meme-scrolling. It feels like life's been giving us so few rewards lately. We absolutely deserve some memes as a treat. And there are a whole lot of 'em right here.

These memes are primarily for lovers of The Sims, but we're pretty sure non-Sims players will still appreciate the game's weirdness. Now check out some more excellent and bizarre Sims memes here!

We've always been honest about the entertainment that we offer you. It's a source of pride. We're not here to pretend that these are the best memes ever created. We're not going to claim that you'll be gasping for air from laughter. All we will ever promise is that we have memes. And they're funnier than the work or the studying you should be doing.  

Who knew that unloading $35 worth of Victoria's Secret gear could result in such a roller coaster ride? Certainly not this poor soul. This Facebook seller thought she had a buyer - and then the cheap college student basically admitted she'd rather go out with her friends than pick up the clothes - just after asking that the seller offer her a payment plan. We understand it's tough to to pay your way through school, but this is clearly a case of shitty priorities than anything else. The frustrated seller seemed to agree, and took the opportunity to sarcastically offer to give the college princess the clothing for free. Unfortunately, stupid people don't really pick up on sarcasm, and things really devolve from there. 

The world is pretty nuts and painful as it is, but if you can't get enough of the pain and suffering, we've got some material for you. These tweets, memes, and screenshots are overflowing with cringe. At the very least, they'll make you feel better about yourself. 

Being stuck at home for much of 2020 has had some unfortunate side-effects. Some people are feeling agoraphobic, others have spiraled into depression. People have gained weight. One unexpected  (but positive) result of being cooped up has been an increased demand for houseplants. While many businesses have suffered due to the pandemic, this green industry has been flourishing. It's not hard to see why. Plants not only give us something to preen over and take are of, but they make our spaces a whole lot more pleasant to be in. Spending money on something that improves the air in your home and makes you happy is a lot better than dropping dough on unhealthy coping mechanisms like alcohol. And if that's not comfort enough, perhaps these plant-related memes will help you realize you're far from alone in your obsession.

These pics are the definition of "just because you can, doesn't mean you should." But at least they're incredibly entertaining for us, right? Now go check out some more fail-y pics via Fail Blog!

2001's Donnie Darko, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, has been making a bit of a comeback on the internet this year. We're not sure if it's due to millennial nostalgia/escapism or because the psychological thriller kind of reflects the puzzling insanity of 2020. In the last couple months, one format in particular has been popping up all over Instagram and Reddit. It's from a scene in which Donnie Darko (Gyllenhaal) tells his psychiatrist, Dr. Thurman, about a new friend he's made. Thurman asks if the friend is real or imaginary, and Donnie confirms that the friend does not actually exist. 

It's a sad moment, and it's no wonder that the memes it's inspired are pretty self-deprecating and depressing. They mostly riff on how difficult it is to make a real connection in this world - but some of them focus on how futile it is to try to make it as a musician. Others are just straight up shitposts about poopoo or peepee. This gallery boasts all of the above, and more. At the end of the day, these memes just make us yearn to go out into the real world and make friends like we used to. Hopefully it happens sooner rather than later.

2020 has been a terrible year, and humans have been at the root of a lot of it. Coronavirus. Gender reveal fires. Racism. Frankly, we're sick of our own kind. So we're here to show appreciation for our warm and fuzzy (and cold-blooded) friends. We don't deserve them, and they definitely make the world a better place.

At this point we're convinced that everything Ryan Reynolds touches is gold. His movies (especially Deadpool), Instagram posts and even his gin advertisements are absolutely brilliant. But nothing quite compares to the hilarity of the Vancouver native's Twitter account. It's sarcastic. It's clever. And we could read through it all day. We've put together some examples of his best "work," but we implore you to enjoy more on his profile. We're willing to bet it's a bit more fun than whatever you're doing.