Polite, Creative Answers?

> How do you effectively answer when people come up to> you and make comments asking about if you're going to> do something specific or different about your hair.Here are a few answers which are polite yet get the point across that their comments or suggestions are not particularly appreciated!"I didn't realize you are so interested in my hair. Thanks for the suggestion" (even if you hated it)"Why do you want (or need) to know?" (I love this Ann Landers answer because it then puts them on the spot when they tried to put you on the spot!)"I'll certainly consider that, thank you" (again, even if you hate the suggestion, how can a person keep arguing that you should do something if you say that!?!)I've been experiencing something a bit different. I recently cut my long hair short (and do NOT like the results), but the problem is that it's a rather drastic change, and it's hard for me to deal with the comments. I don't mind an occasional comment discreetly said to me, but I've had people say, in front of a large group of people, "OH my GOD! You cut your hair!!" Considering that I'm not exactly thrilled with the results (which is putting it mildly), I just want to sink into the ground. It's *rude* to draw attention like that. Can you imagine someone saying, "Oh my GOD, you've gained weight!"And what's worse is when people ask, "Do you like it?" I just reverse the question and say, "Do *you* like it?" Kind of rude, but no less rude than the question they asked me!I think it's fine for friends to ask questions or make comments on our appearances (whether it be hair or clothing or make-up) but when acquaintances or strangers do it, it is quite impolite.

> I agree how> amazing it is that people say things about hair that> they wouldn't apply to other areas of physical> appearance, like weight.Actually, the same thing often happens to pregnant women. Although I've never experienced it, some of my friends have said that complete strangers will come up to them and give them all kinds of unsolicited advice and ask how much weight they've gained and if they're planning on natural childbirth and other similar things! Gee, how rude.> I am sorry to hear about your less than successful> hair appointment.Uh, well, long story, but I cut my own hair on a very bad night and just cut it way too short. The stylist refined it the next day, and honestly did a good job with what he had to work with. It really isn't terrible, but I just feel lost without my longer hair. I have to sheepishly admit that I enjoy the feel of short hair but not the look.> I hope that you will be able to get> the results you desire soon,Oh I will! In two-and-a-half weeks I will put in hair extensions! Oh, the price of vanity. {grin}> and that folks will> consider their words more before just blurting out the> obvious to you!This still has me puzzled. I know the look is a drastic change for me, but I'm still amazed at how people don't really consider how I may feel before blurting out obvious statements like "You cut your hair!" Well, duh! {grin}> Have a great weekend!Well, thank you, and the same to you!

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