Ain’t That A VHIT
By Von C. Howard
Not long ago, I was in a conversation with someone, and they said something that stuck with me: “All snakes don’t hiss, they fist bump nowadays.” At first, I laughed. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized they were speaking straight facts.
Think about it. Back in the day, if someone didn’t like you, it was obvious. They rolled their eyes, whispered behind your back, or flat-out ignored you. Now? They’ll slap five with you, comment on your latest TikTok dance, repost your Instagram story, and slide into your DMs with “You’re killing it!” Meanwhile, behind the scenes, they’re hoping you stumble. Snakes have evolved. They’ve gone digital, professional, and slicker than a trending AI filter on social media.
It’s why the old saying still matters: a tiger never changes its stripes. No amount of fist bumps, Instagram comments, or clever memes can hide someone’s true intentions. People who have shown jealousy, manipulation, or self-serving behavior in the past are unlikely to suddenly become your biggest cheerleaders. Patterns reveal the truth, and the truth always comes out.
This isn’t just an adult problem. Kids see it too, friends who hype your Fortnite wins or cheer your viral TikTok, then suddenly disappear when it’s your time to shine. In the workplace, colleagues will congratulate you on Teams while quietly hoping the next big project flops. Even in social circles or community spaces, the loudest clappers may whisper the hardest behind your back.
In 2025, deception is subtle. Snakes don’t hiss from the grass anymore; they’re right next to you, fist bumping you, posting motivational quotes on your feed, and sharing your memes like they invented them. They’ve learned to make loyalty look like support. But stripes don’t lie. A tiger never changes its stripes, and neither does a snake when it comes to its nature.
Here’s the funny truth: some folks should get Oscars for their performances. They clap louder than the crowd at a Beyoncé concert, hype harder than the latest viral TikTok challenge, and sit courtside cheering, while secretly hoping you airball the shot.
That’s why discernment is everything. Real friends don’t just show up for the highlight reel, they stay for the behind-the-scenes, the mess-ups, and the days nobody is watching. They celebrate your wins without envy and support you without expecting credit.
So yeah, I said it: all snakes don’t hiss, they fist bump now. As 2025 moves forward, take inventory of your circle. Not everyone clapping is truly for you. Not everyone reposting or tagging you has pure intentions. Protect your peace, watch for patterns, and don’t mistake gestures for loyalty. Snakes may change how they move, but they’ll never change who they are. Keep your eyes open, your circle tight, and your peace untouchable.
