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How to Deal with Awkward Personal Questions from your Family

Sarah Johns
Mar 09, 2015
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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How to Deal with Awkward Personal Questions from your Family

Don’t get us wrong. Sometimes College has us feeling a little bit homesick and we really appreciate those phone calls from mom and dad. Though sometimes the topic of conversation suddenly switches, and it’s like you’ve been left standing at the ATM and realizing you’ve got nothing. Here’s some go-to ways of getting out of *that* question from the relatives. 

So how’s your GPA? 

What you’re thinking: It’s not a 4.0 if that’s why you’re wondering, and I hope you aren’t about to ask me for access to my grades through the University website because I’ll say no. 

What you end up saying: You know mom, employers these days are looking for students that have become involved with things outside their studies. 

Have you met anyone nice? 

What you’re thinking: Oh great, they want to know if I’ve found the love of my life yet. Well, I got a new match on tinder. 

What you end up saying: Not right now, I’m focusing on school. Which reminds me, I should be walking to class right now. 

Great news. Your father and I joined Facebook! Did you get our friend requests? 

What you’re thinking: Yes and I’ve been terrified since I got the notification. Please don’t start liking or commenting on things on my wall. I might get to see more pictures of my dog though… 

What you end up saying: Uh not yet! Isn’t technology so weird and confusing these days? 

Are you keeping track of your finances? 

What you’re thinking: Yeah, I could really use some cash actually, thanks for asking! 

What you end up saying: Don’t worry, I’ve learnt to be very responsible. Whenever I spend money I always ask for the receipt. 

Are you eating healthily? 

What you’re thinking: They know. They know I’m thinking about ice cream and cookies. 

What you end up saying: Yes of course, an apple a day keeps the doctor away.

Are you keeping your room tidy? 

What you’re thinking:I’m looking around my room and it looks like I’ve been robbed. I should cover my eyes so I can’t see the mess, and maybe it will disappear. 

What you end up saying: It’s fine...wait what’s the real reason for this question? You’re not planning a surprise visit are you? 

Are you getting enough exercise? 

What you’re thinking: Oh yeah, I thought about going to the gym that time in class so that counts for something. And I did a run this morning. To catch the bus on time. 

What you end up saying: Oh no! There’s no time to answer, my phone battery is almost up. Bye guys, love you!

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