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3471Prices are up. Wages are flat. And a lot of people are fed up. At least one Redditor is, and their rant hit a nerve.
In a post titled, “Why is everybody OK with inflation!?” a user complained that everything from eggs to gas has gotten too expensive, while corporate profits soar and wages stay stuck.
They claimed that people used to take action when prices spiked. Today? Folks just complain and keep buying.
And the more we normalize higher costs, the harder it gets to push back.
That post, shared in the r/inflation subreddit, exploded with comments. And the one thing nearly everyone agreed on? Nobody is actually OK with inflation.
“Nobody’s OK With It”
Dozens of users pushed back on the idea that people are fine with rising prices.
Most said they’re doing what they can to cope: eating less meat, cutting non-essential spending, fixing old clothes, avoiding restaurants, and finding substitutes for items that have gotten too pricey.
“I’m buying less of everything,” one commenter wrote. “The only tool consumers have to fight inflation is to stop buying sh*t.”
Some pointed out they’ve replaced eggs with cheaper alternatives or stopped buying them altogether.
Others said they’re relying on coupons, buying in bulk, sticking to generics, or just doing without.
One person said they’ve stopped buying new clothes and are sewing torn items instead. Another mentioned they’re growing their own food in the summer to cut grocery costs.
But even with all that effort, people still feel like they’re losing ground.
So Why Doesn’t It Feel Like a Rebellion?
Several users agreed with the spirit of the original post but said the idea of mass boycotts is unrealistic today.
A modern household runs on essentials that simply can’t be skipped.
“We’re tied down by jobs, bills, and obligations,” one person wrote. “We’ve been groomed by corporations to accept sh*t.”
Others echoed that sentiment, saying people need food, gas, housing, electricity—none of which can easily be avoided.
Those are essentials, not luxuries. You can’t boycott your rent.
One person summed it up: “You have two choices. Buy it, or don’t.”
What Happened to the Boycotts?
There was skepticism about the claim that people used to boycott over prices. A few users asked for specific examples.
Others noted that even today, targeted boycotts do happen—they just aren’t very visible or effective for things like groceries or utilities.
When consumers do push back, it’s usually quiet and scattered.
One commenter pointed out that organizing a successful boycott today would require a level of community support that most people simply don’t have access to.
Another said some stores are seeing boycotts, but it’s not always just about inflation.
For example, companies facing backlash over politics or social issues are also feeling the hit—but instead of lowering prices, they often slash payroll hours or raise costs elsewhere.
Who’s to Blame? Depends Who You Ask
Not surprisingly, the comments quickly turned political. Some blamed President Joe Biden. Others blamed President Donald Trump. Tariffs came up a lot.
So did pandemic stimulus, global supply chain breakdowns, and corporate greed. One user called it “greedflation.”
Another said, “We grew the M2 money supply by 500% in a single year for all the COVID welfare. Did you think that wouldn’t have an effect?”
Still, many agreed that inflation isn’t just a result of government policy. It’s also about corporate pricing power, shrinking competition, automation, and a labor market where real wages aren’t keeping up.
Some expressed frustration with voters, saying elections haven’t brought meaningful change.
Others argued that too many people fall for political spin, making it hard to build consensus on real solutions.
People Are Adjusting, Not Accepting
While the original post asked why everyone is “OK” with inflation, most replies made it clear that people are not.
They’re stressed. They’re angry. They’re cutting back and getting creative. But they also feel like they don’t have many options.
Many users described living paycheck to paycheck, skipping luxuries entirely, and relying more on credit cards or “buy now, pay later” services just to get by.
Others said they’re putting off major purchases like cars, appliances, or home repairs because the prices are too high.
As one person put it, Nobody is fine with it. But what the f*** are we supposed to do?
There’s no single answer—and that’s part of the problem. The frustration is real, the coping strategies are everywhere, but the power to make real change still feels out of reach.
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