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.

• Get ready to discover
• debating the existence of unicorns
• Share your own thoughts

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 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 talk about all sorts of stuff. It's made up of tons of different groups called subreddits, each focused on a particular interest. You can discover forums on anything from movies and TV shows to politics and current events.

To participate, you sign up and get more info can then look at what people are saying. You can also share your thoughts and comment on other people's posts.

The cool thing about Reddit is that it's all based on votes. If people agree with it, they give it a thumbs up. If people don't like it, they downvote. This helps to make sure interesting things are seen.

So, basically, Reddit is a giant online community where people can talk about anything they want!

Gatekeeping Your Subreddit: A Guide to Toxicity

Welcome to the dank realm of subreddits, where passionate folks congregate to debate about {everythingrandom and irrelevant topics imaginable. But every online space has its own unique vibe, and sometimes, that atmosphere can go south.

That's where curation comes in. It's the art of controlling who gets in and what they say. A good gatekeeper can help guarantee a productive community, but a bad one? Well, let's just say they can make things.

• Moderation gone wrong
• Conflict and arguments
• A toxic community

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

This Circlejerk is Real

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

• Seriously
• See for yourself

The Ultimate Guide to Karma Farming

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
• Walk a fine line between outrage and interest
• Ride the wave of popular topics

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.