Sometimes the most effective method, however, is to be abrupt and to the point.
Escaping from a conversation while being respectful is a tricky thing.
You dont want to be rude, but you also really dont want to waste either partys time.
And then you just do a hard pivot and you walk away.
As you walk, you are going to be convinced that you have offended the person…
The trick is that theres no trick to it.
Of course, an approach like this needs to be handled properly.
Some folks will find this a little off-putting, but its your time; value it.
How to Escape a Conversation| Atlas Obscura
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