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If I am able, I use humor. I recently lost my job so if someone asks what I am doing now; I might respond "oh, you know, saving the world one fool at a time". But, that’s my personality and people who know me will leave it at that. Or just say "Unfortunately, I'm not working now. How are things with you? Redirect the attention back to the other person.
The whole drinking thing...sometimes that's people’s way of asking you if you want to socialize. Tell whoever you're not much of a drinker, but if they’re interested in meeting up for coffee, light meal etc., you're game.
PS...I am a workaholic and my job was very important to me so I get your discomfort. Best of luck with this.
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