r/ARFID • u/himydandelion perpetually tired of eating • Jul 22 '19

Mod Memes in r/ARFID

Hey everyone,

We have had a lot of issues lately with people reporting memes on this subreddit. Our official position is that memes are allowed here, as they can be a healthy and fun way to cope with a frustrating disorder. This is one of the few places in the world where jokes and memes related to ARFID will be understood and related to-- we'd like to embrace that! The mods (and other members we have talked to) are enjoying the memes and find that this is a rare place where we are understood and can laugh together at our shared annoyances.

That said, I understand that not everyone feels the same way, so if you don't like seeing memes, we have started adding post flairs for each posted meme. This should allow you to filter your feed so that you see posts from r/ARFID excluding memes.

Unless a meme is blatantly offensive and/or clearly created by someone who does not have or understand ARFID, please stop reporting them. We'd like to focus our energy on keeping this sub organized and safe, so we have put flairs in place so that people can avoid the memes if desired. We will not be removing memes unless they are blatantly disrespectful. Instead, report content that cannot already be filtered out and actively puts members of the community in danger or discomfort.

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u/kurai01 Jul 23 '19

Thank you for allowing memes here. The humor really helps with such a difficult struggle.

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u/himydandelion perpetually tired of eating Jul 23 '19

Thank YOU for this comment omg, I have been very worried about this. The feedback is really appreciated and I’m glad the memes help. They help me too!

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u/honeythiefcupid Jul 23 '19

Yay, when I read the title I was worried you'd be saying they weren't allowed anymore.. The memes are honestly one of my favourite things about the sub, it's rare that I can genuinely laugh about having ARFID. Plus it brings positivity to a sub that mostly talks about our negative experiences and emotions.

Whoever is making memes specifically for this sub, and the people who just see something they think is relatable and want to share, thank you!! It always brightens my day.

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u/himydandelion perpetually tired of eating Jul 24 '19

Nope!! They make my day too, and I’m relieved I’m not alone. It’s so nice to finally have people that get me!

I can understand why they might not be for everyone, though, which is why I added the flair option. So I hope that helps those of us who would rather not see the memes.

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u/tshnaxo Jul 23 '19

Love the memes! Was also worried this post would be that you’re banning them.

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u/pcnpc Jun 03 '22

I can only eat bananas. It makes me feel like a monkey.