I’ve heard it explained that “hey” used to be more of an urgent way to get someone’s attention, rather than a casual “hello” like it is now, so it sounded rude to some older folks.

    • surewhynotlem@lemmy.worldEnglish
      115·
      11 months ago

      Your feelings are valid and real. But as a society, the new standard is that there’s no difference. If you decide to catch up, it will lead to much fewer hurt emotions.

        • surewhynotlem@lemmy.worldEnglish
          73·
          11 months ago

          Just because you’re confident in your feelings and opinion doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t hear it. To never get external validation is a lonely horrible existence.

          • PhantomPhreak@lemmy.worldEnglish
            27·
            11 months ago

            I crave validation from people I respect and love, not from strangers on the internet. Maybe I should’ve been clearer.