As we enter a new year of 2023, it was asked, what 10 “uncommon” things should be considered normal nowadays? Let’s be honest, it’s 2023 and we just need to take the stigma out of a few things that most people think as taboo. For example, splitting the check on dates…is it really up to the guy to always pay for the date?
According to a recent article put out by BuzzFeed/AskWomen, that’s actually one thing that made the list that most people would like to see as “normal” this year. I mean what’s wrong with “splitting the check”, especially if it’s understood before the date? C’mon, we both had a good time, we ate, we drank, we talked all night long, let’s just split the check! What’s the big deal?
Although it’s thought to be a little weird, what’s wrong with bringing your own food to a party or even an outing? Considering the fact that there might be allergies to worry about, one more thing that should be considered “normal” in the year 2023!
More and more workers are pushing for the “4 day work week”! Once considered a bargaining chip for employers, this is another thing that should be considered normal throughout…working 4 ten hour shifts and then left to enjoy that 3 day weekend!
Now one we might not agree with is “dressing to impress”! We’re talking about when you have to fly somewhere, enough with the pajamas and carrying the pillow with your carry-on…just put some decent clothes on! Even dining out, leave the sports jersey and baseball hat at home…have some respect for the place you’re going to eat and those that work there.
So what are those Top 5 things that really need to go away and considered “normal” as we head into a new year? First of all, think of all the things you like to do, whether it be alone or with someone else or even with a group of people. Things that others would give you grief about just because you thought it was okay…well, it’s time for everyone to get on board. So scroll down and see the Top 5 normal things that truly need to go away…and enjoy!
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#5 GOOD BOSSES HELPING YOU GROW
Nothing wrong with a boss trying to help you grow and learn, but that should just be a normal thing right? He or she should want to help you and it shouldn’t be that uncommon in the workplace…for that reason, it comes in at #5 on the list!
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#4 AFFECTION BETWEEN TWO MEN THAT'S PURELY PLATONIC
Again, it’s 2023 now, why is it weird to see a couple of guys just hanging out doing “guy” stuff and the relationship is purely platonic? Well, in the new year, just one of the things we should consider normal now and for that reason, it’s #4 on the list!
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#3 CHANGING CAREERS IN MIDLIFE
Now that we know it’s real, the whole “midlife” crisis should be considered normal! Burnout in one job for a long time is real and both men and women go through it! So, let’s consider this normal now and put it on the list at #3!
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#2 ADULT SLUMBER PARTIES
What’s wrong with a bunch of friends getting together and hanging out in their pajamas for a night of games, a few “pops” and just having fun? Nothing! That’s why we should start considering this very normal in 2023…so if you’re thinking about having a “get together”, then do it, you’re perfectly fine…that’s why it’s #2 on the list!
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#1 EATING OUT ALONE
Well, here ya go…it’s the grand-daddy of them all! Getting over the stigma that eating alone is a bad thing! C’mon, let’s finally accept the fact that not everyone has somebody to dine with and that sitting at a table or the bar all alone is such a bad thing. Maybe, just maybe, some people don’t want to be with anyone…let’s make this NORMAL! That’s why it’s #1 on the list!
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