If you grew up in an Arab household, then you know all about the mandatory drama that takes over before, during, and after every decision in your life.

The drama is not just limited to third-party sources. Over time, you have become an initiator of the drama yourself. 

Here are eight times Arabs proved to be the definition of spectacle.

1. On the "evil eye" blame game when you're not feeling well

2. On intense bouts of pain accompanied with on-point makeup

3. On weapons in the form of ashtrays in Lebanese dramas

4. On walls falling victim to celebratory moments

5. On the Arab dramatization of the word "broke"

Source: Facebook/Mawtoura

6. On celebrating divorces with parties and cake

7. On the high-effect following certain meals, aka knefe