Hey How You Doing Just Fine I Lied

Ever catch yourself saying, "Hey, how you doing?" And someone replies, "Just fine!"?

We all do it. It's practically a social reflex. But let's be real.

Are they *actually* fine? Probably not. And neither are we!

The Polite Fiction We All Tell

It's the "Just Fine" fallacy. A comforting lie we tell ourselves and others.

Think about it. When's the last time you answered with brutal honesty?

Probably never. Unless you're talking to your therapist, maybe.

We all have our reasons. Maybe we don't want to burden anyone.

Or perhaps we simply lack the energy to explain the complex web of our messy lives.

So, "Just Fine" it is! Safe, simple, and utterly predictable.

Unpopular Opinion: "Just Fine" is a Cop-Out

Okay, hear me out. I know this is controversial.

But isn't "Just Fine" a bit…boring? A missed opportunity for genuine connection?

Imagine if someone actually responded with, "Actually, I'm struggling a bit with [insert relatable problem here]."

Wouldn't that be refreshing? Human? Dare I say…authentic?

Of course, there's a time and a place for everything. You wouldn't unload all your baggage on the cashier at the grocery store.

But with close friends and family? Maybe we could try being a little less "fine."

Maybe even admit we are struggling with that existential dread.

The "I Lied" Addendum

Now, let's address the elephant in the room. The phrase "Hey how you doing? Just fine, I lied."

This little addendum acknowledges the charade. It's a wink and a nod to the shared understanding that we're all faking it a little bit.

It's self-deprecating humor at its finest. It acknowledges the "Just Fine" lie.

It’s like saying, "Hey, I'm in on the joke too!"

It's a brief moment of vulnerability disguised as sarcasm.

So, What's the Alternative?

I'm not suggesting we all become blubbering messes, sharing every detail of our inner turmoil with every stranger we meet.

But maybe we could try being a little more real. A little less "Just Fine."

Perhaps something like, "Hanging in there!" or "Taking it one day at a time!"

Or even, "Honestly, a bit rough, but thanks for asking!"

Small steps towards genuine connection. Tiny acts of rebellious honesty.

At the very least, it's a break from the monotonous hum of "Just Fine."

Let’s aim for something more authentic. Something more...human.

So, next time someone asks how you're doing, consider your response carefully.

Maybe, just maybe, skip the "Just Fine" and tell a slightly more truthful lie.

Or, you know, tell the truth. If you're feeling brave!

Just don't blame me if things get awkward. I warned you!