Don't judge people by how they look, especially if you don't know them well. They might have things going on inside that you can't see, and assuming things can cause trouble. A woman shared how another woman scolded her for not giving up her bus seat.
Karen Sits On Healthy-Looking Woman, And Makes The Woman Scream In Pain
A Redditor shared a story about a woman scolding her for not giving up her bus seat, highlighting the woman's misconception based on appearances, not realizing the passenger was in pain.
OP avoids buses due to chronic illnesses and back/hip pain.
OP got on the bus, sat down, and noticed an "entitled Karen" standing nearby.
EK asked OP about the seat, saying it's needed for older people, and OP explained they need it too.
EK doubted OP's illness and demanded the seat, while OP reminded EK that young people can also be sick and asked to be left alone.
EK complained young people are spoiled and that OP should respect elders.
EK then tried to sit on OP, and insisted OP should give up the seat for both of them to be happy.
OP screamed at her to move. The bus had to stop, and the driver made the lady leave.
A classmate who didn't know OP well offered comfort, which was a positive outcome.
The people in the comments shared their thoughts, with some mentioning that they've faced similar situations in the past.
One user relates to OP's experience, sharing their own struggles with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer, and felt sorry for the negative experience OP had.
Another user condemns EK's actions as an assault.
A third suggested a blunt response they use in similar situations.
