Staring can be really impolite in public, but when you're zoned out on public transportation it's tough to realize you're even doing it! For other animals–like dogs, bears, and mooses–staring can actually be like an act of war or an instigator of some sort of altercation. But for us awkward folks, staring isn't all bad. In fact, staring can sometimes be your truest form of affection.
At a loss for words? Stare at your beloved. In awe of your partner's beauty? I guess you gotta stare at them. Recently a meme trend became viral, combining every awkward person's favorite hobby of staring with the resulting feeling of discomfort felt by the recipient of their stare. Hilariously enough, these viral memes are all a little adorable and make you want to go find your favorite obsession and give them a good gander as well.
Scroll onward to enjoy the craze and poke your peepers into the staring contest.
At a loss for words? Stare at your beloved. In awe of your partner's beauty? I guess you gotta stare at them. Recently a meme trend became viral, combining every awkward person's favorite hobby of staring with the resulting feeling of discomfort felt by the recipient of their stare. Hilariously enough, these viral memes are all a little adorable and make you want to go find your favorite obsession and give them a good gander as well.
Scroll onward to enjoy the craze and poke your peepers into the staring contest.
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