if t asks a question and i am not sure how to handle it i will use one of his phrases "in what way"....it gives me more time to think...

we never have chit chat... t just says "Tell me whats been going on" and then i sit in silence... if i am not talking, t will sit silent for about a minute. then ask about safe subjects, my kids or work... and that is enough to get me going

good luck with your session, sending safe hugs