MEME REFERENCE

Rick and Carl

Use Rick and Carl when an authority figure has to explain painful reality to someone overwhelmed by it.

What it expresses: Hard truth: the father shouting an urgent explanation at his overwhelmed son represents a moment where an authority figure has to explain painful reality to someone overwhelmed by it.
Example: For example, the lead explains that restoring the backup will erase today’s work; the visual analogy is the father shouting an urgent explanation at his overwhelmed son, signaling that an authority figure has to explain painful reality to someone overwhelmed by it.
When not to use it: Avoid when both people already understand and accept the news; the father shouting an urgent explanation at his overwhelmed son would incorrectly signal that an authority figure has to explain painful reality to someone overwhelmed by it.