From The Confessional: Calling Out the Entitled Individuals of Our Time

Everyone has encountered that one person—let’s call them “Karen.” They tend to be loud, believe their opinions hold more weight than anyone else’s, embarrass their children, and often display ignorance or prejudice. If your name happens to be Karen, I apologize—this isn’t about you unless you behave like a grown-up version of a high school mean girl.

But you don’t need the name Karen to embody the attitude. Anyone can be a “Karen” regardless of their name if they engage in certain behaviors. For instance, if you call the authorities on kids running a lemonade stand because they lack a “permit,” you might be a Karen. If you report your neighbor—who is recovering from illness and has young children—because their yard is a bit overgrown, you’re definitely acting like one. And if you manipulate situations so your child can bypass the competition in a cheerleading tryout, that’s another clear sign.

The worst of the worst are those who call the police on individuals simply for existing in a shared space, such as a park or sidewalk. This type of behavior is downright racist and unacceptable.

Chances are, there’s a Karen in your life—a distant relative you only see at gatherings or a neighbor who complains about children playing outside. While we all have to navigate these interactions, we must strive not to become like them ourselves.

I ghosted you because you act like a self-entitled jerk who associates following trends with intelligence.

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Every time I hear someone claim that younger generations are spoiled, I can’t help but chuckle. In my customer service job, I’ve found that the majority of the rudest customers are actually over the age of 55. Seriously, Carol, Karen, or Barbara—get a grip!

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I moved to the countryside to escape difficult neighbors, only to have a city dweller move in next door and complain about the gasp animals on nearby farms. Go back to the city, Karen; you’re not in your gated community anymore!

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Karens often show a blatant disregard for service workers and believe they deserve special treatment. When I mentioned my plans to adopt, I was met with questions about why I didn’t just “try the old-fashioned way.” Well, Karen, it’s because the biological path didn’t work out.

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I’ve worked in various settings—office jobs, working from home, and as a stay-at-home parent. Each has its pros and cons. Why does it matter to you what someone else chooses? Focus on your own life, Karen.

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I wish I could stop the backlash I receive for wanting to send my child to 3K this fall—she’s ready for school, and with both parents working, daycare or school is her best option. Sorry, stay-at-home Karen, but not everyone can just pause life to homeschool.

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Karens often meddle in matters that do not concern them, creating unnecessary drama because they dislike something. They clearly weren’t taught to “say something nice or say nothing at all.”

After months of virtual learning, I was thrilled to see the kids return to in-person classes. Please, everyone, stay safe and don’t mess this up—wear your masks, Karen! I’m at my breaking point and desperately need this break.

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It’s only a matter of time before my mom gets filmed for being a “Karen” and refusing to wear a mask in a store.

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A woman yelled at me for wearing a mask while shopping. Am I bothering you by trying to keep my distance and protect myself? No? Then be quiet, Karen. I’d break social distance to stand up to someone like that.

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When COVID hit, a new breed of Karens emerged—the anti-mask Karens. These individuals shout at those who wear masks, throw public tantrums about mask rules, and become viral sensations for their refusal to comply. No one cares if you don’t want to wear a mask to buy your wine, lady. It’s just embarrassing.

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I dread spending time with my brother-in-law and sister-in-law because they’re incredibly self-centered. My sister-in-law is a Karen on steroids; I can’t even pretend to be nice anymore.

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My sister-in-law is the most miserable person I’ve ever met—definitely the quintessential Karen. I hope my brother wakes up and leaves her behind so I don’t have to keep pretending to like her.

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I mentioned a future trip to my sister-in-law, and of course, she shot it down just like she does everything else. She’s the queen of negativity.

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For many of us, our in-laws are the Karens we dread—holidays and gatherings become exhausting when they steal the spotlight and drain all the joy.

My best friend has morphed into one of those awful Karens who talks badly about her ex’s new partner and makes outrageous demands for child support. I’m starting to dislike her.

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I deleted every single Karen from my social media. It felt liberating. #nomoreKarens

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I just realized that one of my closest friends is a textbook Karen—rude to service staff, controlling, and hyper-critical. How did I miss this? Now that I see it, I can’t stand her. Goodbye, Karen!

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It’s disheartening to realize that we have friends who have become Karens. Were they always like this, or has age turned them into grumpy versions of themselves?

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Looking back, I can see that I was raised by a group of “Karens.” I am certain of it now that I understand what a “Karen” truly is.

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My mother is such a Karen—seriously, lady. No one owes you anything, and not everyone is trying to pull a fast one on you.

And the most painful realization of all is recognizing that many of us were raised by Karens—moms, aunts, teachers. Now, it’s up to us to break the cycle and teach our kids to be compassionate and helpful, reminding them that the world doesn’t revolve around any one person.

Unfortunately, the Karens of the world are here to stay. There have always been self-centered individuals who believe they deserve more than others. But with social media, we can expose them when they disrespect service workers or call the police on innocent people.

We may not be able to eliminate you, Karens, but we can certainly make you notorious.

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In conclusion, while the phenomenon of “Karens” is frustrating, it serves as a reminder for us to be kinder and more understanding in our daily interactions. We must strive to break the cycle of entitlement and negativity, fostering a more inclusive and compassionate world.