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# Viral Retribution
Upset Exes Document Revenge On Their Cheating Men Online

By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-04-24 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outrageous-paybacks-upset-women-take-out-their-anger-on-their-cheating-men
References: [pictureorama](http://www.pictureorama.com/2008/03/dont-mess-with-women.html)

The phrase “Don’t mess with me” takes on a whole new meaning when it is used by the angry women behind these payback acts.

Evidence has it that these women have shown their discontent by vandalizing their cheating husbands’ and boyfriends’ valuables or most prized possessions. They've then brandished photographic proof of their retribution online to seal the deal.

These pictures show the consequences some men face when they are caught red-handed by their women. Can I suggest [anger management](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holidays-are-brutal) to anyone? Maybe a relaxing session of [yoga](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trash-time-out) will help these women calm down before repeating such outrageous acts!

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.5/10
- Popularity: 92% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Online Vigilantism:** Opportunity for companies to create platforms that promote community policing and ethical behavior to avoid public shaming on social media.
- **Revenge Posting:** Opportunity for companies to develop technologies that detect and remove unauthorized adult content and protect the privacy rights of people online.
- **Female Empowerment:** Opportunity for companies to market products and services that support women in their journey towards self-discovery and self-actualization.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Social Media:** Platforms can encourage the responsible sharing of user-generated content and create filters that block violent or inappropriate posts.
- **Cybersecurity and Privacy:** The development of technologies and policies that safeguard people's personal information online.
- **Wellness and Fitness:** Development of services and platforms that promote mental and emotional well-being such as anger management classes, mindfulness apps, and yoga studios.

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