Stepping into a shower/bath/tub can sometimes be more than just a cleansing ritual. It's a time for reflection/contemplation/deep thought, and that's exactly what r/Showerthoughts is all about. This popular/active/trending subreddit is dedicated to sharing those random/unexpected/curious thoughts that pop into your head while you're scrubbing/lathering/washing. From the simple/mundane/everyday to the truly outrageous/bizarre/mind-blowing, there's a shower thought for everyone here.

• You might find yourself
• pondering the meaning of life
• Join the conversation

Am I the A-hole for Posting This?

My friend/roommate/partner is totally/kinda/super obsessed/into/crazy about this video game/TV show/new app. They're constantly/always/nonstop talking about it and expecting/wanting/demanding that I play/watch/use it too. I just don't care/am not interested/find it boring, but they keep/make me/pressure me to.

Recently/Last week/A few days ago, I saw/heard/read something hilarious/interesting/stupid about their obsession/love/interest. It was a meme/tweet/post and I just website had to share it/felt like posting it/couldn't resist.

Now/They're/Suddenly, they're mad/pissed/upset at me because they think I'm making fun of/disrespecting/insulting their hobby/passion/favorite thing. Am I in the wrong here?.

Maybe I should have just kept it to myself.

Maybe they're just having a bad day and I shouldn't take it personally.

ELI5: How Does Reddit Work?

Reddit is like a massive discussion board where people can discuss all sorts of things. It's made up of thousands of different communities called boards, each focused on a unique subject. You can find subreddits about anything from movies and TV shows to politics and current events.

To participate, you join the website and can then look at what people are saying. You can also share your thoughts and engage with others.

The cool thing about Reddit is that it's all based on likes and dislikes. If people find it interesting, they give it a thumbs up. If people don't like it, they downvote. This helps to keep the best content at the top.

So, basically, Reddit is a massive social network where people can share their interests!

Gatekeeping Your Subreddit: A Guide to Toxicity

Welcome to the dank realm of subreddits, where passionate folks gather to debate about {everything and nothing topics imaginable. But every online space has its own unique atmosphere, and sometimes, that culture can go haywire.

That's where gatekeeping comes in. It's the art of guiding who participates and what they post. A good gatekeeper can help guarantee a productive community, but a bad one? Well, let's just say they can spark chaos.

• Toxic gatekeeping
• Conflict and arguments
• A hostile environment

So, how do you escape the toxicity of gatekeeping? That's what this guide is all about.

The Circlejerk is Real

Yo dude, let me lay down some truth on you. This whole community thing? It's absolutely real. Like, I've seen it with my own two digits. People stuck with this one narrative, and they'll defend it no matter what. It's like a zombie apocalypse in the making, you know? Like, if you try to point something out there, they'll just dismiss you.

• Seriously
• Look at this

Karma Farming 101

Hey there, noob! Want to become a high-status legend in this community/place/realm? It all starts with grabbing/accumulating/hoarding some sweet, sweet karma. Don't worry, it ain't rocket science. This guide will teach you the basics/fundamentals/tricks of karma farming and have you climbing/soaring/leaping up the ranks in no time. First things first, you gotta know your target audience/playerbase/crowd. What do they like? What gets them fired up/pumped/excited? Find that sweet spot and start churning out/posting/spewing content that'll make them drool/gush/swoon with delight.

• Post in every forum
• Push buttons
• Stay relevant

Remember, karma is everything/the name of the game/your currency here. Treat it with respect/Hoard it like gold/Use it wisely. Don't be a scrub/noob/newbie and get caught farming/spamming/cheating. Be smart, be slick/subtle/ingenious, and soon enough you'll be swimming in karma like a boss/god/legend.