23 Cringeworthy Posts To Get Under Your Skin

Embarrassing content holds an odd sort of allure for us. It's a guilty pleasure that's hard to explain. The sheer discomfort it contains can make you feel uncomfortable or even a little afraid, but at least there's an odd satisfaction in realizing that your social skills aren't quite as cringeworthy as what you're witnessing. We might stumble through awkward moments in our lives, but it's reassuring to know that we're not nearly as bad as these people. We hope you aren't, too, because some of these cringe-inducing moments are excruciatingly hard to witness.

The online world has become a haven for individuals who are desperate for attention or oblivious to any concept of acceptable behavior. They overshare personal details, boast about the most ridiculous lies, and make all the wrong moves when engaging with strangers. Their online behavior is a cringe-inducing nightmare that leaves us truly disturbed by the depths of human awkwardness. It's a reminder of how not to navigate the digital world. As we put together this week's collection of cringeworthy content, we couldn't help but marvel at the amazingly uncomfortable moments that thankfully remain online rather than in-person; here are just a few examples.