Social Issues,Entitled PeopleDEC 8, 2023

30 Bad Habits That A Shocking Amount Of People Have

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When people think about bad habits, it’s often smoking and similar unhealthy behavior that comes to mind. But sometimes, something way less detrimental, yet far from praise-worthy, too, can get on people’s nerves.

Members of the ‘Ask Reddit’ community recently discussed bad habits that way too many people have. Their examples ranged from annoyances, such as lacking basic elevator etiquette, to more peculiar things, like nasal spray addiction, showing just how diverse bad habits can be. If you’re curious to learn more, scroll down to find more examples on the list below.

Bored Panda has reached out to the OP and he was kind enough to answer a few of our questions. You will find his thoughts in the text below.

#1

30 Bad Habits That A Shocking Amount Of People Have

Just absentmindedly being in the way. Like just standing in a place without awareness of their surroundings. I work in a grocery store and it’s enough to make me go mad. I understand you’re weighing your options but sir/maam, you are taking up the entire aisle doing it pls pick a side.

noneuropathyproblems, Viki Mohamad / pexels (not the actual photo)

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239points

#2

Playing loud music or videos on their phone without earbuds in a community space like a library.

Snoo_93627, Keira Burton / pexels (not the actual photo)

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223points

#3

Grown adults littering like 60’s 5th graders. Extra points for doing it out of a moving car with people behind you.

EntertainerNo4509, Ron Lach / pexels (not the actual photo)

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205points

The OP shared that the reason he decided to pose this particular question was watching a video about car repairs—that’s when he learned that almost 75% of people don’t maintain their car.

“There may be no proof of that number but still, it blew my mind how many people neglected their vehicles; I learned the hard way to take care of my car,” he told Bored Panda. “It made me think about other bad habits that are surprisingly common.”

#4

Getting offended when someone makes a mistake. You're not going to die if some random stranger on the net doesn't know the difference between their, there, and they're.

Also getting offended by someone's personal preferences. So what if some people prefer iPhone over android, DC over Marvel, or cream in their coffee. There's nothing wrong with that. It's not like they listen to Justin Beiber.

Millenial_X, Alex Green / pexels(not the actual photo)

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178points

#5

Not using their turn signal.

AutumnsRevenge, Krzysztof Hepner / unsplash (not the actual photo)

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177points

Car-related habits are not only why the OP started the thread, but also what he considers to be the worst of them all. “I think the worst habit that a lot of people have is bad driving. Not only is it frustrating but it is dangerous; yet it's so common. People don't seem to understand how deadly a car crash can be,” he pointed out in a recent interview.

As for the bad human tendencies that surprised him the most, the redditor said he was taken aback by people’s hygiene-related behavior. “I think the most shocking response was when someone stated that not washing hands was a bad habit and someone else agreeing and stating that they worked in a doctor's office and most of the doctors didn't wash their hands. Ick.”

#6

Kids are talking to their parents, trying to tell them something they think is exciting or interesting Parents *staring at phone* ~mumble some kind of half assed response I know we’re all on our phones but if your little kid wants your attention you need to put your phone away and give them your time.

OnemoreSavBlanc, Thgusstavo Santana / pexels (not the actual photo)

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165points

#7

Poor appreciation and respect for other people's time. If you agree to meet someone or agree to attend an event you should be making every effort to be on time. Also stop double booking.

xLilloki, JÉSHOOTS / pexels (not the actual photo)

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151points

#8

Stopping with their shopping carts in the middle of the grocery aisle and walking over to the other side while they browse the shelves. Move your f*****g cart out of the way so the rest of us can pass through.

Quicherbichen1, Jack Sparrow / pexels (not the actual photo)

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149points

#9

Talking in the cinema.

andyprendy, Tima Miroshnichenko / pexels (not the actual photo)

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144points

#10

Still continuing to drive while on a cell phone despite the dangers and fines associated with it.

CottageLife1, Tim Samuel / pexels (not the actual photo)

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144points

#11

Waiting to talk instead of listening.

BetteCousins, nappy / pexels (not the actual photo)

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141points

#12

Being checked out during social interactions. Phone in hand, not really listening, not present.

ultravioletneon, Pressmaster / envato (not the actual photo)

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136points

#13

not washing your hands after going to the bathroom (look it up it’s acc scary how little ppl wash their hands after going to the bathroom)

Strawberryducksmilk, Mélissa Jeanty / unsplash (not the actual photo)

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133points

#14

Basic elevator etiquette. When an elevator door opens the people inside get out before those waiting to get in enter. Super simple. Amazing how many adults are unaware of this simple social norm.

RiceandLeeks, Tiger Lily / pexels (not the actual photo)

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112points