You can’t take anything but you can leave something

This is a classic internet meme known as “It Is What It Is” (sometimes called the “Nice Guy Angel vs. Chad” meme or the “Wings of Despair” comic). It’s a darkly humorous, exaggerated commentary on dating dynamics, incel culture, and perceived female hypergamy. Here’s the story told panel-by-panel: A nerdy, awkward-looking guy (glasses, orange shirt)…

This is a wordless animated short titled “Pass the Light” (ส่งต่อแสงสว่าง), a Thai student animation that became widely shared for its emotional impact. The story is told entirely through images and follows this sequence: A young boy and a little girl (siblings) walk together in complete darkness, guided only by a single small candle the…