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thrift shop masochism

An insatiable need to go into every thrift store you see and buy something uniquely hideous no matter how badly you wish you could just keep going.
My thrift shop masochism has intensified beyond a manageable stage since I saw Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’ video masterpiece.
by Dr Bunnygirl January 11, 2019
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Pyro-Necro-Masochism.

Pyro-fire

Necro- dead, or having sex with dead people

Masochism- enjoying self harm

pyro-necro-masochist: lighting dead bodies on fire while having sex with them and enjoying you're self as you burn with that dead body.
Guy: So I was lighting dead bodies on fire and this guy came and asked if he can have sex with them

Dude: Dude, that guy must be into pyro-necro-masochism.
by an_opheliac March 1, 2009
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masochism

Wearing black clothes in the summer.
Girl1: Look at <Girl3>, she's wearing white clothes!
Girl2: Ugh, weakness disgusts me. Only weak girls don't wear black in the summer.
Girl3 (looks at <Girl1> and <Girl2> and thinks): "Poor girls, that's masochism!
by czonik July 22, 2017
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Verbal Masochism

Verbal Masochism is a form of masochism, where one gets sexual gratification from being insulted or in general harmed by words.
Person 1: Tell me what You’re into.
Person 2: I‘m into verbal masochism.
Person 1: Ok, you idiot.
by The Mask behind the Mask September 27, 2025
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Romantic masochism

Someone who derives romantic affection and love from being harmed, like beat or crushed
Romantic masochism

Person 1: did you hear? Lexi was a romantic masochist?
Person 2: yeah, apparently she let her girlfriend kick her in the ribs… at least she’s happy?
by Lexithetransfem December 29, 2024
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Work-masochism

**Work-masochism**, known in German as **“Arbeits-Masochismus,”** is a serious behavioral pattern in which an individual consistently exceeds healthy limits in workload, responsibilities, and performance pressure. It reflects a gradual blurring of personal boundaries, where the pursuit of productivity and dedication unintentionally shifts into a form of self-exhaustion.

The encouraging aspect is that this pattern is highly recognizable and, in most cases, reversible. Awareness is the first essential step. Setting clear boundaries, acknowledging the need for recovery periods, and valuing a balanced approach to work and rest are not signs of weakness, but expressions of professional insight and self-care.

Just as no technical system can run indefinitely at maximum capacity without maintenance, the same applies to human beings. By planning timely breaks and setting realistic expectations, energy is preserved and long-term performance remains sustainable. Striving for excellence is admirable, but preserving long-term well-being is equally vital. You should be the one determining how your efforts are distributed — not the work itself.
You cannot fix this problem now, after working 20 hours straight ir looks like Work-masochism to me
by anonymous December 5, 2025
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