With the digital world at our fingertips, we’re bombarded with bizarre visual input twenty-four hours a day. Every time we go online, a slew of different things instantly grace our feeds, from interesting but pretty disturbing pictures to images with way too much stuff going on. But have you ever stumbled upon something so uncomfortable that you didn’t even have the words to describe it?

If you have, the phrase “Thanks, I Hate It” may be just what you’re looking for. If not, well, you’re in for one doozy of a ride. Let us introduce you to one weird and edgy subreddit with the same name, better known as r/TIHI, that is the perfect outlet for sharing horrors nobody ever wanted to see. “Haters Gonna Hate,” the moderators write in the community description, and it looks like they have a point.

With over 1.6 million community members, this online group is dedicated to pictures that are unsettling and hatred-inducing, yet entertaining nonetheless. We’ve scoured the group to gather some outright disturbing posts to share with you all, so continue scrolling and upvote the ones you loved to resent most. Keep reading to also find our in-depth interview with communication expert, researcher and lecturer Dr. Paul Reilly about our fascination with uneasy things online.

Psst! If you think you can handle even more madness, check out Parts 1 and 2 with posts from r/TIHI right here and here.

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#1 Thanks, I Hate Sneezing Doing A CT Scan

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#2 Thanks, I Hate Small Talk

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#3 Thanks, I Hate This Bathroom Sign

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While the internet is a bottomless pit of weirdness, it’s also an endless source of information. Yet, instead of spending time soaking in interesting knowledge, thousands of people seem to find entertainment in watching the bizarre. The internet culture database Know Your Meme explained that “Thanks, I Hate It” is a slang phrase people use to describe posts they deem unattractive or superfluous. The origin of the phrase is unclear, but its usage saw a spike in the fall of 2017 on Reddit and Tumblr.

Then, in 2019, the r/TIHI subreddit was launched to serve as an archive for unsettling posts and provide space for unreasonably uncomfortable viewing experiences, keeping the meme alive. As the founder of the online group, Markus, told Mashable, “The initial idea came from another moderator of ours (u/scrumbly) on another post on r/ATBGE [‘Awful Taste But Great Execution’] three months ago. He posted a comment linking to this sub and as it didn’t exist yet, I decided to make it a thing,” Markus said. “I wanted to create a place for all the beautiful posts that are both likable and hateable at the same time. But I wasn’t all that serious about it, as all subs I managed before were very small as well.”

#4 Thanks, I Hate UPS

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#5 Thanks, I Hate This Cursed Situation

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#6 Thanks, I Hate This Tiktok Filter

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The phenomenon of seeking things we dislike or even utterly hate is a baffling one. To learn more about our interest in unsettling things online, we reached out to Dr. Paul Reilly, senior lecturer in communications, a senior lecturer in communications, media and democracy in the School of Social & Political Sciences at the University of Glasgow.

“Despite moral panics about people being trapped in online echo chambers, key features of platforms like Twitter are accidental or incidental exposure to things we don’t like or disagree with,” the professor told Bored Panda. “Their algorithms often amplify such content in order to encourage social media users to interact with their sites. Every click, like, share or comment is effectively profitable for these companies.”

#7 Thanks, I Hate LEGO Tiger Anus

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#8 Thanks I Hate… Whatever It Is

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#9 Thanks I Hate Yawning Hamsters

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Whether we like it or not, we’re exposed to unpleasant content every single day. Stumbling upon unattractive posts makes most people feel a sense of frustration, as constantly finding themselves at the center of the weirder side of the internet is exhausting. However, some find entertainment in the things they hate. “A minority of people do appear to take pleasure from the act of commenting on things they hate,” Dr. Reilly added. “I think this speaks to the affective dimensions of these platforms.”

“Even those users who express a desire for greater civility on social media take the opportunity to express negative opinions. However, I don’t think hate-watching is as widespread as it is often claimed in the media.”

#10 Thanks I Hate How Sad This Made Me

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#11 Thanks I Hate Animals In Barbie Movies

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#12 Thanks I Hate Having A Parent As A Teacher

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So let us offer you a warm welcome to the Hate Age. Fed by seemingly endless content we find online, thousands of low-quality shows to watch, and the snide and throat-cutting contest that social media has become, people now regularly revel and find delight in analyzing the awful things they spot. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, hate-watching is an act of looking at certain things and taking pleasure in laughing at or criticizing them. It can be a disliked TV show, movie, or, as you can see in this list, extremely bizarre pictures and posts people find on the internet.

#13 Thanks, I Hate It

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#14 Thanks, I Hate The Person Who Did This

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#15 Thanks, I Hate World Leaders

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When asked why we seem interested in consuming content we hate, communication expert Dr. Reilly explained we often go online to air our frustrations. After all, there’s a social aspect to hate-watching. People usually find someone to have a heated discussion with, or they can enjoy reading mean tweets and posts from like-minded individuals. “We turn to Facebook, Twitter and YouTube not only for entertainment but also for release. There’s often nothing more satisfying than venting anger, letting off steam and interacting with those with whom we disagree.”

However, the professor explained that our tendency to find hate-watching enjoyable is also linked to social comparison and notions of self-esteem. “Arguing with fans of a television show you can’t stand can give some people a sense of superiority and affirmation of their identity,” he added.

#16 Thanks I Hate Pasta Coffee

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#17 Thanks, I Hate Tick Cosplay…

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#18 Thanks, I Hate Growing Your Own Vegetables

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So we hate-watch because we find pleasure in being smug and holier than thou in our tastes. We feel more value in ourselves by believing we are better than this, and we also think that if something was done poorly, we certainly would have made it look way better. Moreover, building our self-confidence by judging others is one reason we hate-follow people on social media.

“Hate-following is deciding to follow someone on social media, even though you know you disagree with what they say, or think they are a terrible person,” Jennifer Beckett, a communications lecturer at the University of Melbourne, told ABC Everyday. “It can actually push up your adrenal levels, you get that ‘How dare they!’ sensation which can lead to a bit of an endorphin rush.”

#19 Thanks, I Hate Hotdogs And Ice Now

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#20 Thanks, I Hate This Chicken.

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#21 Thanks, I Hate 1950’s Meal

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In the past couple of years, hate-watching has reached new heights. This phenomenon has only been growing stronger, with people looking for more and more outlets to vent and voice their negative feelings aloud. Finding pleasure in seeing something utterly uncomfortable and judging others for their actions might make us temporarily feel superior, but it can say a lot about who we are as a person as well.

“Negative comments often say more about the person saying them than the target of their abuse,” Dr. Reilly told us. “What’s different is that these are often instant reactions that remain online for all to see. In the context of global crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russian invasion of Ukraine, it is perhaps understandable that people are turning to social media to vent like this.”

#22 Thanks, I Hate American Girl Dolls

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#23 Thanks I Hate Dentists

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#24 Thanks, I Hate The Inevitable Passage Of Time

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Social media is notorious for immortalizing our precious wisdom and bringing it back to bite us in the most unexpected ways. When we’re overwhelmed by emotions, quickly typing a few hateful sentences and pressing “share” may seem like a great idea at the time, but the truth is, they could stay on the internet forever. When more than half of Americans (57 percent) say they have social media regrets, it’s always good to reflect on the choices you make before sharing your thoughts online.

“Think before you post. Words matter and may come back to haunt you. A good rule is to consider whether a relative (grandparent) would approve of what you are saying,” Dr. Reilly concluded.

#25 Thanks I Hate It

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#26 Thanks, I Hate When This Happens

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#27 Thanks, I Hate This Last Moment

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#28 Thanks, I Hate It

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#29 Thanks, I Hate Realistic Pac-Man

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#30 Thanks, I Hate It

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#31 Thanks, I Hate 1940s Textbook Detailed Drawings

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#32 Thanks, I Hate Urine Angels

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#33 Thanks, I Hate Urine Popsicles

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#34 Thanks, I Hate Stalker Service

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#35 Thanks, I Hate Youtube

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#36 Thanks I Hate This Mac N Cheese

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#37 Thanks I Hate The Frog Prince

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#38 Thanks, I Hate House Meat

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#39 Thanks, I Hate Croc Martens

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#40 Thanks I Hate This Toilet Seat Cover

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#41 Thanks, I Hate This Proposition

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#42 Thanks, I Hate America

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#43 Thanks, I Hate Stanley The Hotdog

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#44 Thanks I Hate Venom USA

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#45 Thanks, I Hate The Easter Man

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#46 Thanks, I Hate This Inspirational Poster

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#47 Thanks, I Hate Jazz

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#48 Thanks, I Hate It

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#49 Thanks, I Hate Snickles

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#50 Thanks, I Hate The Possibility Of This Happening

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#51 Thanks I Hate Avocados

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#52 Thanks, I Hate These Monsters Of People

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#53 Thanks, I Hate Russian Cursive

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#54 Thanks, I Hate These Christmas Cards

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#55 Thanks, I Hate Hotdog Nose Ring

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#56 Thanks, I Hate Spongebob Out Of Context

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#57 Thanks, I Hate Mukbang

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#58 Thanks, I Hate It

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#59 Thanks I Hate Racial Descrimination

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#60 Thanks, I Hate It

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#61 Thanks I Hate Brain Day

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#62 Thanks, I Hate The Finger Cleaner

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#63 Thanks I Hate Half Shaved Cat

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#64 Thanks, I Hate This Frog

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#65 Thanks, I Hate This Head

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#66 Thanks I Hate It

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#67 Thanks I Hate Poppy Seeds In Teeth

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#68 Thanks, I Hate Euthanasia

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#69 Thanks, I Hate The Word Jod

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#70 Thanks, I Hate The Future

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#71 Thanks, I Hate The Passage Of Time

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#72 Thanks, I Hate Instant Rain

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#73 Thanks, I Hate What’s In The Deep Dark Blue Sea

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#74 Thanks, I Hate Disney On Ice

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#75 Thanks, I Hate It

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#76 Thanks, I Hate Mcdonalds Sprite

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#77 Thanks, I Hate Pooping Yourself

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#78 Thanks, I Hate 2022 So Far

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#79 Thanks, I Hate Eels

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#80 Thanks, I Hate Buzz Lightyear Reaching Infinity And Beyond

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#81 Thanks, I Hate Thicc Chewbacca

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#82 Thanks, I Hate Measurements

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#83 Thanks, I Hate Anyone Who Would Actually Use This

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#84 Thanks, I Hate My English Degree Now

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#85 Thanks, I Hate Sliced Olives

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#86 Thanks, I Hate Youtube Thumbnail Face

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#87 Thanks, I Hate Mainstream Media

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#88 Thanks, I Hate “The Rock” Emoji

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#89 Thanks I Hate Kim Kardashian

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#90 Thanks, I Hate The Last Popsicle

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#91 Thanks, I Hate Traffic Cones.

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#92 Thanks, I Hate Anime Tiddies Now

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#93 Thanks, I Hate Clear Pie

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#94 Thanks I Hate Some Guy

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#95 Thanks I Hate How Jk Rowling Says Said

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#96 Thanks, I Hate These Bottles…

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#97 Tih Most Popular Korean

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#98 Thanks, I Hate Cat Girls

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#99 Thanks, I Hate Angelina Buscemi/Steve Jolie

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#100 Thanks I Hate Hydro Sneakers

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#101 Thanks, I Hate People Who Abandon Thier Kitties

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#102 Thanks I Hate Human Elephant

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#103 Thanks, I Hate Kids With Wigs

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#104 Thanks I Hate Heat Mapped Toilet Seats

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#105 Thanks I Hate This Last Wish

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#106 Thanks, I Hate Optimus Prime

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#107 Thanks, I Hate Canon Superman

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#108 Thanks, I Hate Taking Vacations!

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#109 Thanks, I Hate Being An Adult.

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#110 Thanks, I Hate This Bridge Support On The Active Chicago Metra Union Pacific Track Up-N Line

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#111 Thanks I Hate Bullshit Fees

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#112 Thanks I Hate Capybaras-Moustache

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#113 Thanks I Hate This Scenario

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#114 Thanks, I Hate Corporate Greed

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#115 Thanks, I Hate This Tradition.

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#116 Thanks, I Hate Angels

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#117 Thanks, I Hate The Tmnt Movie Now

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#118 Thanks I Hate Creepy Coraline Pie

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#119 Thanks I Hate Fish Restaurants

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