We Don't Need Trigger Warnings, But Here Are 10 Things We Apparently Do Need Warnings For

Looking at you, University of Chicago.

1. Films/Television

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It is simply outrageous to think we have an entire ratings system set to warn viewers that their freedom to espouse and explore a range of ideas is being threatened.

2. Video Games

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UGH THIS TOO? I just want to play Grand Theft Auto with twelve year olds without the fear of censorship.

3. Coffee

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"WARNING: HOT COFFEE"? Honestly, you're basically impeding my free exchange of ideas on my PSL by warning me the drink I'm holding might be hot.

4. Food

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Tbh, if you're afraid to consume something you're allergic to, just like don't eat. Ever. Stop retreating from ideas and perspectives about food at odds with your own body.

5. Alcohol

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WHO IS THIS SURGEON AND WHY DOES HE THINK HE CAN LIMIT MY FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION?

6. Restaurant Menus

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Diversity of opinion and background is a fundamental strength of the restaurant industry. Except if you need to ask what's in a dish. You should just go home if you have to do that.

7. Floors

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Wet floor? We should not condone that creation of areas that are "safe" to walk on. Slippery or not, you should challenge yourself to walk on both because LIFE DOESN'T COME WITH WARNINGS.

8. Medicine

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Regardless of what your doctor says, you should always expect to be engaged in rigorous debate, discussion, and even disagreement when it comes to your health, even if it causes you discomfort.

9. Pillows

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Cushions have warning labels regarding removal of tags which is basically an attack on their civility and mutual respect.

10. Spoilers

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Protecting Game of Thrones spoilers > Protecting members of the community

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