The 'This Is Who You're Being Mean To' meme format is a popular reaction template used to counter online hostility by highlighting the perceived innocence or vulnerability of a target. Often featuring a photo of a small animal, a crying character, or a soft-looking person, the meme aims to evoke empathy and make the aggressor feel guilty for their harsh words. It gained significant traction on platforms like Twitter and Tumblr, where users frequently employ it to defend their favorite celebrities, fictional characters, or even themselves from cyberbullying. The humor lies in the dramatic contrast between the intense online negativity and the harmless, often adorable appearance of the subject being defended.