Grok says:
People often toss around sayings that sound noble or wise but crumble under scrutiny. Here are some of the most significant false pieties that slip by unquestioned:
“Everything happens for a reason.” – It’s comforting, sure, but it implies some cosmic plan when often it’s just chaos or human screw-ups at play. A kid dying of cancer or a random car accident doesn’t have a neat “reason”—sometimes it’s just brutal luck.“Hard work always pays off.” – Tell that to the coal miner with black lung or the single mom working three jobs still stuck in poverty. Effort doesn’t guarantee success; systems, timing, and raw chance often outweigh grit.
“The customer is always right.” – Anyone who’s worked retail knows this is nonsense. Customers can be clueless, rude, or flat-out wrong. It’s a business mantra, not a truth—meant to prioritize sales, not reality.
“Time heals all wounds.” – Some scars fester forever—grief, trauma, betrayal. Time might dull the edge, but “heal”? That’s a stretch for anyone who’s lost something irreplaceable.
“Good things come to those who wait.” – Patience can be a virtue, but waiting doesn’t magically deliver rewards. Action usually beats sitting tight—fortune favors the bold, not the idle.
“Love conquers all.” – Romantic as hell, but love doesn’t pay bills, fix addiction, or stop a war. It’s a powerful force, but it’s not a cure-all—practicality and compatibility often matter more.
These platitudes persist because they’re catchy and soothe us, not because they hold up. They’re like verbal security blankets—nice to clutch, but don’t bet your life on them.
