How are you doing?

A question worth dodging (and answering)

How are you doing?

When asked that question I typically say something like, “I’m good.” If I feel like being a little more vulnerable I’ll say, “I’m good. Tired, but I can’t really complain.” Or, often I dodge the question of how I am doing by talking about work or my family.

How are you doing?

I don’t think most people who ask really want to know. It’s n…