The 'Hey Little Man, How's It Goin?' meme originated from a 2018 webcomic by artist thepigeonandthepeacock. It features a giant, friendly-looking character leaning down to check on a tiny, visibly distressed person at a desk. The meme quickly went viral on social media platforms like Twitter and Tumblr as a perfect visual metaphor for authority figures, life responsibilities, or world events checking in on someone who is already completely overwhelmed. It is widely used to express relatable burnout, stress, and the absurdity of keeping a brave face during chaotic times.