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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “So Sad Today” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22187 of the collection, and the 157th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “So Sad Today” meme mean?
This phrase captures the essence of contemporary distress where sadness is not just endured but observed with a second degree. It allows one to externalize anxieties or mild depression without falling into pure pathos. By associating humor with suffering, it creates a sense of solidarity among those who recognize themselves in this assumed vulnerability. It is a way of saying one is doing badly, but with a necessary touch of self-deprecation to survive daily life.
Where does the “So Sad Today” meme come from?
The phenomenon originates on Twitter via the @sosadtoday account, created in July 2012. The author, American writer and poet Melissa Broder, then living in California, initiated this project anonymously. She used tweets as an outlet to channel her anxiety attacks, anxious thoughts, and depressive episodes. The format consisted of brief, ironic, and often dark observations dealing with universal themes like relational insecurity or existential fear. This initial anonymity fostered massive identification, particularly among a young female audience. The author's true identity was revealed only in May 2015, during an interview published by Rolling Stone, marking the transition from a personal outlet to a recognized cultural movement.
- 2012Creation of the Twitter account @sosadtoday by Melissa Broder to express her anxiety.
- may 2015Revelation of the author's identity in a Rolling Stone article.
How to use the “So Sad Today” meme
- Post a self-deprecating remark about daily failures to relieve social pressure.
- Caption a photo showing a mundane situation experienced as dramatic through humorous exaggeration.
- Answer a question about one's emotional state by indicating a mix of fatigue and irony towards life.
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The “So Sad Today” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22187 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 61/100 · #157 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “So Sad Today” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; So Sad Today comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does so sad today mean?
It literally means 'so sad today'. It refers to a literary tone using irony to discuss depression or anxiety.
Who is so sad today?
It is the pseudonym of Melissa Broder, an American writer who created the account as an outlet for her anxieties before being identified in 2015.
So sad today origin?
The meme comes directly from Twitter, born from the @sosadtoday account created in July 2012 by an anonymous author seeking to share her distress.
So sad today meaning?
The phrase signifies a blend of dark humor and existential sadness, popularized by viral tweets about modern anxiety and depression.
How do I get the So Sad Today meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “So Sad Today” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the So Sad Today card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: The Hidden Vulnerabilities of @SoSadToday · On peut rire de la dépression, surtout avec «So sad today» · An Interview With So Sad Today Author Melissa Broder - Refinery29 · checked on October 17, 2026.
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