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Originally Posted by rcat
I too am sick of explaining my story: why did I leave Calgary? why don't I work? why? why? why? Well, I don't go into detail. I just say I've been ill If they ask about that, I just say it's stress related. That usually shuts them up. There are some that are more nosy, they actually ask if I have cancer, did I injur myself, what horrible disease do I have. I just say the same answer; I'm taking time off for stress.
what ever they ask, I am sure to control the conversation by giving answers I'm prepared to give and not lower myself to their rudeness
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This exactly. Hopefully, they are socially aware enough not to pry. Just smile and say "I have an illness". Usually shuts them up. Any further inquiries can be met with "Oh, thank you for your concern. How are you doing?".
It's honest, direct and short.