Tag: conversation-skills

My small talk stamina expires fast. What are polite exit lines that close a chat without burning a bridge? I work full-time and squeeze this in around dinner and bedtime. I'm in a small town and so options are limited and shipping can be slow. This has been on my mind for a while and I'd love some real-world experiences. If there are pitfalls you ran into, those would be super helpful to hear too. For context, I live with a roommate and we share most things. Thanks in advance. I'm mid-way through a busy season and trying to be realistic about my energy. If it matters: apartment setting, no special tools, and I'm in a pretty average climate. This has been on my mind for a while and I'd love some real-world experiences. Small wins are fine; I just want something that actually helps. If it matters: apartment setting, no special tools, and I'm in a pretty average climate. I'm pretty new to this and don't want to overcomplicate it. I've already tried a couple of the obvious things, but the results were mixed. If there are pitfalls you ran into, those would be super helpful to hear too. If it matters: apartment setting, no special tools, and I'm in a pretty average climate.