AboutWhat does the meme depict?

The "Perfectly Balanced" meme draws from a line spoken by the character Thanos in the movie Avengers: Infinity War. The meme usually features a side-by-side image comparison or a single image split in two, visually representing a balance or dichotomy. It humorously applies Thanos' philosophy that all things should be in a state of equilibrium, often to everyday situations or popular culture.

OriginWho did it first?

The expression "Perfectly balanced, as all things should be" originated from a scene in the 2018 film Avengers: Infinity War, where the character Thanos demonstrates the concept of balance to a young Gamora using a knife. The scene has been widely used in meme format, emphasizing symmetry or parity in various contexts. The associated YouTube clip showcasing this moment further highlights this theme, showing an evenly matched like and dislike count, likely influenced by fans to mirror the theme of balance. You can watch the scene here.^[1]

Origin: 2018