“I’m Fine” and Other Lies We Tell Each Other

Relationships are built on love, trust, and… harmless little lies. 

Not the big, dramatic, "this-is-the-end" kind, just the everyday ones that keep the peace (or at least buy us some time before an argument). 

Let’s be honest, we’ve all said these before!

1. "I'm Fine."

Translation: I am absolutely NOT fine, and you should already know why.

This is the ultimate relationship trap. 

If you believe “I’m fine” at face value, congratulations, you’ve just entered dangerous territory. 

Your partner is mad, but now you have to play detective to figure out why. 

And if you dare to say, “Okay, glad you’re fine,” just know that was the wrong answer.

2. "I Don’t Want Anything to Eat."

Translation: I will, however, be stealing half of your fries.

This lie is usually told in drive-thru lines and restaurant ordering situations. 

You innocently ask, “Are you sure you don’t want anything?” and they swear they’re not hungry. 

Fast forward 10 minutes, and suddenly half your plate has disappeared. 

The lesson here? 

Always order extra fries.

3. "I’ll Be Ready in 5 Minutes."

Translation: You might as well start a whole new Netflix series while you wait.

This lie has been told since the beginning of time, usually when one person is waiting at the door while the other is “just finishing up.” 

Five minutes? 

More like a 45-minute beauty pageant. 

And if you complain? 

Get ready for another delay.

4. "I Didn’t See Your Text."

Translation: I saw it, thought about replying, got distracted, and now it’s been six hours, so I have to pretend I just saw it.

You both know the truth, everyone sees their messages. 

But instead of admitting you forgot or ignored it, you just pretend like your phone was magically out of reach. 

The worst part? 

When you post on social media right after “missing” the text. 

Busted.

5. "I Love Your Cooking!"

Translation: Except for that one time… but I’ll never tell you when.

Sure, they appreciate the effort, but there was that one dish they barely touched. 

Instead of breaking your heart, they smile, nod, and say, “Mmm, so good!” 

Meanwhile, their plate looks suspiciously full. 

Bonus points if the dog ends up “accidentally” getting a taste.

6. "I Wasn’t Snoring."

Translation: I was 100% snoring. You’re lucky the walls didn’t shake.

This lie is especially funny because the snorer is always in denial. 

Even when you have audio evidence, they’ll say, “That wasn’t me.” Sir/Ma’am, this is your personal earthquake simulator. 

Just accept it.

7. "You Look Amazing in That Outfit!"

Translation: I value my life too much to say otherwise.

This one is said with pure self-preservation in mind. 

Even if the outfit is questionable, what kind of person willingly walks into that trap? 

The answer will always be “You look great.” 

The alternative? 

Sleeping on the couch.

8. "I Won’t Spend Too Much Money."

Translation: You’ll see an ‘accidental’ shopping spree on the credit card statement later.

This is a favorite among those who go “window shopping” and somehow end up with 10 bags. 

“Oh, it was on sale, so technically I saved money.” 

No, you didn’t. 

But keep telling yourself that.

9. "I’m Just Going to Watch One More Episode."

Translation: See you at 3 AM when I’ve binged the whole season.

The biggest lie we tell ourselves and each other. 

“Just one more episode” turns into just one more season, and suddenly it’s morning, and you have regrets… but at least you know how the show ends.

10. "I Forgot."

Translation: I didn’t actually forget, I just didn’t want to do it.

If your partner says, “Did you take out the trash?” and you respond with, “Oops, I forgot,” what you really mean is, “I saw it, but I hoped you’d do it instead.” Classic.

11. "I Love All Your Friends."

Translation: Except for that one… but I’ll never admit which one.

Your partner’s friends are fine… mostly. 

But there’s that one friend, the one who gives bad advice, always starts drama, or somehow influences your partner to make terrible decisions. 

Do you tell the truth? 

Nope. 

You just smile and nod.

12. "I’ll Do It Later."

Translation: If you remind me 10 more times, maybe.

This lie is the official anthem of procrastinators everywhere. 

If someone says they’ll do it later, just know you’ll have to ask again, and again, and maybe just do it yourself.

13. "I Don’t Mind Where We Eat. You Pick."

Translation: I do have a place in mind, but I’ll say no to every option you suggest until you guess it.

The never-ending cycle of “Where do you want to eat?” followed by “I don’t care” and then rejecting every suggestion. 

If we just admitted where we actually want to go, this problem wouldn’t exist, but where’s the fun in that?

14. "You Were Right."

Translation: You will never hear me say this again, so enjoy it while it lasts.

The rarest and most valuable words in a relationship. If your partner says, “You were right,” frame it, record it, and save it forever, because it won’t happen again anytime soon.

15. "I Don’t Get Jealous."

Translation: But I’ve already stalked their social media and know their entire life story.

Sure, you’re totally cool and unbothered… except for the fact that you’ve already investigated their entire digital footprint. 

Not jealous, just curious, right?