Dealing with Unwanted Advice - 2004-01-20
Try these techniques to ward off rude comments and unwanted advice:
Use your poker face. Silence, accompanied with chilly body language, is a powerful tool.
Be honest. Say, "This is upsetting for me to listen to," and walk away if you have to.
Keep your sense of humor. A self-deprecating comment ("Yes, the baby may look underdressed, but last week I had him so bundled up I gave him heat rash, so now I'm trying something different") can keep you from appearing defensive -- and help you maintain control of the conversation.
Be vague..
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