The 'What Gives People Feelings of Power' meme is based on a vertical bar graph infographic comparing three sources of influence: Money, Status, and a third, overwhelmingly larger category. Originally surfacing on Reddit around 2019, the template uses visual exaggeration to highlight mundane or niche achievements that feel surprisingly empowering—like finding a diamond in Minecraft or hitting a perfectly timed comeback. It has become a staple for internet users to celebrate small victories or inside jokes within specific communities, proving that sometimes the simplest things are more satisfying than wealth or social standing.