Internet memes have become such a diverse phenomenon that it’s often impossible to know what someone means when they casually mention memes in conversation. They encompass all kinds of interests and communities, which makes them quite an inclusive pursuit, but one that can prove to be confusing.

Part of the fun and frustration of browsing memes is that they bring together a truly vast mix of backgrounds, tastes, and perspectives. You never quite know what you’ll stumble across when you decide to scroll through a random feed of funny images that can loosely be sorted into the category of «meme». The posts that appear side by side can sometimes feel completely at odds with one another.

However, once you get past the initial sense of chaos, that unpredictability becomes part of the charm. Each new meme could be something that brings something delightfully unexpected to the table, and in the process, you might just find your horizons expanding a little.