The Big Yellow Ball and Pink Guy meme, also known as 'Running Away Balloon,' originated from a webcomic by artist Shenanigansen, creator of Shen Comix. The illustration features a small pink character trying to run toward a goal, only to be caught or chased by a giant, menacing yellow sphere. In the meme world, the pink character represents the user or a specific group, while the yellow ball symbolizes an unavoidable obstacle, such as responsibilities, anxiety, or a looming deadline. Since its debut in 2017, the template has remained a popular way to visualize the feeling of being overwhelmed by life's many challenges.