If I want your opinion, I won’t ask

October 20, 2008 in Is it just me? | No comments

Seems we’re all just lying to each other. When we ask a friend what they think, do we really want to know?

One of my guy friends is thinking about changing jobs. There would be no reason on earth to turn it down if offered. He knows that. But asked me, and admitted to asking all his friends, if he should make the move. After telling him he’s being a girl, I realized he just wanted confirmation that he’s doing the right thing.

Certain friends are sure to be more delicate with our feelings, or lie. To be in agreement with what we’re doing. So we go to them and ask what they think. Knowing our mind’s already made up to leave that guy or that job. We just need verification. Or confirmation that our instincts were good. We’re such pussies.

I say today is National No Asking Anyone What They Think About Anything Day. And the next time a friend asks for your opinion, be honest. I dare you.