The term 'Tenderqueer' describes a specific subculture within the LGBTQ+ community characterized by a focus on emotional vulnerability, 'soft' aesthetics, and social justice language. While it began as a genuine self-identifier, it evolved into a meme used to satirize the perceived performativity of 'therapy-speak' and specific fashion trends like mullets and stick-and-poke tattoos. Online, these memes often highlight the tension between the subculture's emphasis on kindness and the potential for passive-aggressive behavior or emotional gatekeeping. Today, the template is a staple for commentary on niche internet aesthetics and modern interpersonal dynamics.