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What's a phrase you hear a lot, but disagree with? (lemmy.world)
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One that comes to mind for me: "Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger" is not always true. Maybe even only half the time! Are there any phrases you tend to hear and shake your head at?

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[–] 3 points 2 years ago (1 child)

I agree, when it’s used as a thought-terminating cliché. It’s also very applicable to impart acceptance of something that you can’t control.

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  • [–] 3 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    I used it today to communicate my feelings on a topic I can't control. Like, me venting isnt going to improve my or the questioners situation.

    In principal I am against thought-termination. Sometimes, like a good dog, you gotta put a thought out of its misery

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  • [–] 2 points 2 years ago*

    I use it more in acceptance, like if I’m late for work and I hit traffic. Short of driving up the shoulder like an asshole, I’m going to be late. So rather than be stressed for the rest of my commute, I just accept that I’ll be late. It is what it is.

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