How do you reply to "how are you?" when you are not doing so good?

I say I'm fine, because if I say it enough, I'll believe it. That's half the battle right there.

Most of the time I just say I'm fine...Mainly because I know that most people who ask this don't really want to know nor really care one way or another. Plus a lot of times I just don't want to talk about things at that moment.

We all usually say 'I'm fine' - we shouldn't but sometimes that's easier.. saves hassle... but where we can we should say, 'Well actually, not so good today.. '

Could be better.

Depends. If it's a good friend who's asking I'll update them on my health but if it's someone who is just asking out of politeness I'll say pretty good and you?

I just say, "I'm okay. How are you doing?"

It really depends on the person asking and how bad I'm feeling. Usually just with "good" though

I just belt out, NOBODY KNOWS THE TROUBLES I’VE SEEN!!

They run. Problem solved.

Not good and you can do nothing about it I'll work it out

I never reveal when I'm not doing well

Just say I am fine and you? It works.

"I'm gonna make it!"

Just reply with a "Hey"

Fine thanks

I'm good

I usually grunt.