Let's be real: There are a ton of unfair double standards that people experience all the time. So, when Reddit user CLHiddenInPlainSight asked the internet, "What's the WORST double standard?" fellow redditors didn't hold back in sharing the double standards they've witnessed and encountered themselves.
Here are some of the most eye-opening responses:
1. "Men can be assertive and dominant in the workplace and the world. When a woman is strong and dominant, we are 'crazy.'"
2. "Employers expecting loyalty from employees while providing none in return. Sorry, buddy, loyalty is a two-way street. If you can terminate my employment at a moment’s notice, then I reserve the right to leave when I want to."
3. "When a mom can parent, but a dad can only babysit."
4. "If a bullied kid fights back, the bullied kid is the one who gets punished by the school."
5. "When your ex freaks out because you started dating someone new, while they're in a relationship as well."
6. "Lookism: judging someone based on their physical appearance. The halo effect makes people believe that someone’s physical attractiveness means that they are also decent, educated, professional, hardworking, and overall good-natured. 'Beautiful' people are held to a different standard, and people have a hard time believing that a good-looking person is capable of being an a**hole. On the other hand, 'ugly' people are considered lazy, sleazy, and untrustworthy, and they are constantly ignored, dismissed, and considered unworthy."
7. "Parents can disrespect their children at every turn and insult them, but when the child stands up for themself...they're reprimanded for being ungrateful and disrespectful."
8. "If you’re rich or from a rich family and commit a crime, it’s not a big deal."
9. "Person 1 yells at Person 2, then gets offended if Person 2 yells back at them."
10. "Expecting flawless, perfect work from new employees who are still learning their job, while forgiving sloppy mistakes and subpar performance from longtime employees."
11. "Professor: 'Attendance is mandatory. So, if this class interferes with your work or personal schedule, too bad. By the way, I won't be here next week because I'm going to a conference.'"
12. "Respect your elders, meanwhile completely disrespect anyone who is younger by age."
13. "Colleges that encourage/rely on students to self-teach everything."
14. "My employer expects me to flawlessly come into work on time every day with no excuses allowed, yet our paychecks being late are met with rationalizations and excuses from the payroll department."
15. And finally: "School dress codes. That's all I need to say."
What other double standards are the worst? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Note: Some submissions have been edited for length and/or clarity.