50 Outrageous Demands That Screamed Entitlement

Outrageous requests that redefine entitlement!

Damjan

• Published in Community
• November 30, 2024

In today's world, we often encounter people who make requests seem entirely unreasonable. Some individuals act as though the world should cater to their every need, whether at work, during social gatherings, or in everyday situations.

These people often ask for things that show little regard for others, expecting special treatment for no good reason. This sense of entitlement is when someone believes they deserve something just because they want it, without any objective justification. It can lead to surprising and sometimes ridiculous demands.

For instance, a customer at a restaurant might demand the place close early just for them, even if there’s no reservation or reason for it. When the staff can’t accommodate this, customers might react angrily, believing their needs should come first. In social settings, someone might ask their friends to pay for their travel and accommodation for a wedding and then demand they buy specific clothes.

They need to see how unreasonable these requests are. Even at work, entitlement shows up when a boss expects employees to stay late without offering anything in return.

They may claim it's for the company’s benefit but disregard the workers' time and personal life. These behaviors all stem from a belief that one's needs are more important than anyone else's.

Entitlement can be shocking in casual or formal settings, reminding us how important it is to respect others’ time and efforts. Here’s a list of 50 outlandish requests that practically screamed entitlement.

Entitlement is a recipe for disappointment — because the world isn’t your personal serving platter.

"My Dad's A Photographer, This Is His Most Recent Client"

"Just Why?"

"Just Found This On Facebook. I Think This Counts?"

"I Was Giving Away A Free Dishwasher On Craigslist And Caught One In The Wild!"

"Terry Crews Calling Out An Ep"

"I Get A Lot Of Dms Daily From Teen TikTok “Stars” Asking For Free Stuff From My Business, And Here’s An Example"

"Cashapp Beggars"

"I Finally Caught One In The Wild"

"Oh Ok, I'm Sorry"

"Came Home And This Note Was Taped To My Door. Time To Install Security Cams I Guess"

"Change Your Dog's Name, Or My Unborn Baby's Life Will Be Ruined"

"I Tried To Give Away Two Harnesses That No Longer Fit My Dog. Did Not Go Well"

"Person Who Hacked My Credit Card Emailed Me Asking Why I Canceled His Flight"

"You Want Me To Pay You?"

"Cb At Walmart Wants To Add Groceries"

"Keep Your Kids Inside Or Ill Call The Cops (Found On Facebook)"

"This Level Of Entitlement Is Absurd"

"Entitled Man Wants My Partner To Change Their Name"

"Selling A Used iMac For 1200$, Woman Asks “How Low” I Would Sell It For, Or If I’d Take 800 And Some Jewelry She Makes. Oh, And I Also Ruined Christmas."

"This Was Posted By A Local Tattoo Artist"

"You Can’t Advertise Your Company For 40 Days, Because Catholics"

"She Actually Got People To Do It!"

"What A Winner!"

"Choosing Beggars: Halloween Edition"

"I’m Guessing She Wants To Get Instruments For Her Wedding, But Wouldn’t The Musicians Have Their Own? This Is Thousands Of Dollars Of Stuff Being Asked For In One Post"

"Perfectly Fair Reason To Give A One Star Review"

"Girlfriend Of 6 Weeks Thinks She's Entitled To Mother's Day"

"The Disrespect To Makeup Artists"

"Insane Daughter Wants To Commit M*rder To "Save" Her Siblings From Vaccines"

"Was Almost Surprised By The Level Of Entitlement"

"Entitled Fan Thinks Their Entitled To An Nba Player's Photo"

"Get Up My Son Wants Your Seat!"

"Entitled Military Spouse"

"My Old Classmate Wrote This Interesting Thing"

"This Couple Wanted Guests To Pay Thousands To Attend Their Wedding"

"Entitled First World Problems"

"Only The Holiest Of “Plummers” Please"

"From My Local Police Department. Karen Calls 911 Cause The Pizza She Ordered Was Wrong"

"She Needs A Sperm Donor And Child Support"

"Bride And Groom Requests No Perfume On The Women And The Men Are Free Labour, On Top Of Paying $360 A Head"

"Wants Me To Use My Company Account To Loan Him Money"

"Asking For A Literal Car In A Buy Nothing Group"

"Full Convo-Ish By Request (She Came Back To Say I Was A Bad Person)"

"Bride Cancels Her Wedding Because Her Guests Didn't "Donate" A $1,500 Each To Fund The Event"

"My Ex That I Haven’t Talked To In 6 Months Had To Audacity To Ask To Renew My Netflix Account So She Can Use It"

"Babysitter Wanted"

"Imagine"

"Trying To Take Advantage Of A Nice Person The Night Before Thanksgiving"

"Came Across This Post From A Fellow Classmate. She Wants Everyone To Ask Her For Permission Before Getting Married/Taking On A Job"

"This Person Expected Someone To Give Them A Free House"

While we all like to feel special sometimes, expecting the world to bend to our will is a sure way to lose the respect of those around us.

So, the next time you think about making a request that feels too “extra,” remember: the world doesn’t revolve around any person. But, a little consideration? Now, that goes a long way.

Damjan