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title: How to Start Shitposting: Ultimate Formula That Gets Shares
siteUrl: https://logzly.com/mememayhem
author: mememayhem (Meme Mayhem)
date: 2026-07-13T03:01:01.329328
tags: [memes, viralcontent, socialmedia]
url: https://logzly.com/mememayhem/how-to-start-shitposting-ultimate-formula-that-gets-shares
---


Struggling to make a meme that actually gets shared? You’re not alone—most beginners post jokes that vanish because they miss the core formula for virality. This guide shows you exactly **how to start shitposting** with a proven, step‑by‑step method that turns everyday absurdities into share‑worthy content.  

By following the checklist below you’ll move from zero likes to genuine engagement, learning where to find relatable material, which templates work best, and when to post for maximum impact.  

## How to Start Shitposting: The 5‑Step Formula  

1. **Spot a relatable absurdity** – Scan your feed or daily life for tiny frustrations everyone feels, like the endless “Are you still watching?” Netflix prompt or a barista forgetting your name.  
2. **Pick a meme template** – Choose a format with a clear visual cue, such as “Expanding Brain,” “Two Buttons,” or “Woman Yelling at Cat,” so the setup is instantly recognizable.  
3. **Add an over‑the‑top twist** – Exaggerate the absurdity; turn “Netflix asking if I’m still watching” into “Me: *still watching* Netflix: ‘Are you sure? I’ve got a whole season of existential dread ready.’”  
4. **Choose the right platform** – Test Discord meme channels, Reddit’s r/memes, and Instagram meme pages; each community has its own rhythm and preferred humor style.  
5. **Time your post** – Share when the audience is most active (early evening for Reddit, mornings and lunch breaks for Instagram) to ride the wave of fresh eyes and boost up‑votes.  

**Why absurd humor works in internet meme culture** isn’t mystical—it’s the brain’s reward for pattern breaks. When a familiar situation is twisted just enough, we experience a surprise that triggers dopamine, prompting us to laugh and share.  

A quick example: I noticed a flood of complaints about overly realistic Zoom backgrounds. I grabbed the “Change My Mind” template, added the caption “Zoom backgrounds are just digital lies – change my mind,” and posted it on a tech subreddit at 6 p.m. Within an hour the meme hit the front page, gathered dozens of comments, and earned DMs from users admitting they reuse the same beach photo every meeting. The formula nailed it.  

If you apply these five steps, you’ll transition from “nobody reacts” to “people are tagging their friends.” It doesn’t require fancy design software—just timing, relevance, and a pinch of over‑the‑top humor.