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?

  • Lvxferre
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    4 months ago

    Because if you need reasons, then you don’t trust them. And they can take your refusal to do/believe what you’re told to do/believe as a personal attack, you know? It’s emotive manipulation.