‘What’s normal in today’s society that will look insane in 50 years?’ – 17 things people will look back on in horror

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Dominic Carter. Updated October 21st, 2026

Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google ” alt=””>–> It’s easy to look back on ancient civilisations and marvel at the crazy things people put up with on a daily basis. But the same outlook will apply to this day and age eventually.

Whether it’s social media or the climate crisis, there’s a lot about our current society that leaves a lot to be desired. To hear what will outrage future generations, u/CarGreat6486 put the following question to r/AskReddit:

‘What is completely normal in society today, but will probably look insane or cruel 50 years from now?’

These top answers will be hard to justify to people in 2076…

‘Probably how people are expected to sacrifice their mental health just to prove they’re hardworking.’ -Enchanted_Eclipsse

‘Teaching where everyone learns at the same pace instead of individualised lesson plans.’ -Temporary-Ant-7507

‘Using one’s stupid religion to justify maliciously pruning the existential rights of others.’ -sharkbomb

‘Posting a child’s entire life online before they’re old enough to understand what privacy is. Imagine going to a job interview and knowing your future boss can find videos of your toddler meltdowns because your parents needed content.’ -hk_ipo

‘Animal ownership without literal schooling and permits and oversight. Some of y’all don’t deserve animals, from cats to birds. Disgusting how poorly you upkeep your pets.’ -Prestigious-Dark4152

‘God willing, privatized health insurance. Our current system is completely untenable.’ -Conscious_Raisin_436

‘The fossil fuel industry.’ -Myxine

‘When cloned meat is cheap and safe, and ethically farmed meat is still available but a luxury item, I think current meat farming and processing practices will be considered barbaric.’ -ofBlufftonTown