Dr. Jameca CooperForensic Psychology Consultant, Emergence Psychological Services · Board Certified Counseling Psychologist and Forensic Psychology Consultant

how many times today did you say 'i’m fine'? #mentalhealthmatters #authenticity #burnoutrecovery

20 Aug 2025 · 1 min

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In this brief motivational video, Dr. Jameca Cooper challenges the common habit of responding "I'm fine" when asked about one's wellbeing. She argues that this falsehood harms personal health and relationships, perpetuating burnout and overwhelm. Cooper explains that the belief that masking struggles protects one's image is unfounded, and that genuine connections—people who truly know and care for you—will not judge you for admitting fatigue or stress. Instead, they will respond with support and assistance. The talk urges viewers to embrace authenticity, acknowledge their mental state, and allow their community to help, positioning honesty as a catalyst for recovery from burnout.

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How many times today has somebody asked you how you were and you said, "I'm fine"? Here's why that lie is costing you everything, and I do mean everything. The belief is that if I pretend I'm okay and just go along with the plan and make everything look like it's running smooth, people won't really know I'm struggling. That's a false belief. It is actually not true at all, but amazingly, so many people actually believe it. They actually tell these things to themselves on a normal basis. What I learned is that the people who really know you and get you won't think less of you when you admit or acknowledge that you're tired, you're overwhelmed, or you're burnt out. In fact, those who are really meant to be in your life, in your tribe, in your community, they're going to jump right in and to help Thank you.