When people ask about your love life

[sookie6]

I need your advice.

I've found myself a few times in a situation where people ask about my love life.

They ask if I have a partner and then act all surprised that I don't and ask why???

What is best to say to people in order to discourage too much probing but at the same time remaining friendly...

[misombra]

tell them it's none of their business.

[Petit Papillon]

You could say "If I had something to tell about , I definately would and since I don't, there is nothing to talk about so you don't have to ask".
I respond this way when people ask me too much questions about my life

[sookie6]

I was thinking about when I'm asked by people I do not want to antagonise...like neighbours or work colleagues...

I appreciate your responses but I'm worried I will come accross as bitter about it if I'm to harsh in my response...

Lying is not a bad option

[hoppy1214]

"Thank you for your concern. You must really care about me to inquire about my love life." Then change the subject. It's rude for them to implore about details you clearly don't want to share.

You could also say something like "I've been so busy enjoying my life, I haven't had time to find anyone special yet. Do you have someone in mind you want me to meet?" Again, you're redirecting the conversation onto them. And frankly, the reason they are so interested in your status may very well be that they want to introduce you to someone. Good luck with all the nosey people in your life

[xxazurexx]

I guess some people think there is no life beyond having a partner.

Just humour them, tell them nobody good enough has come along yet....

[xxazurexx]

Ask these nosey people also, if when you get a partner, would they also like to know which sexual posistions you both prefer ?

Can't stand nosey people! :|

[dewilliams2]

If its a woman just say "well you know I didn't want to say anything but I'm kind of a lesbian and its really hard to find any attractive lesbians in this area...do swing for the home team?"

If its a guy just say "well you know I would but my last boyfriend left me when he found out I had herpes."

That should shut everybody up.

[asdfg789]

What ? Sookie doesn't have a partner ?? But WHY ???

Very often, lying may be the best solution.
Something like "oh yes, but he works overseas" or "no, i'm too busy with work".

But what do i know? i'm a guy ...

[vashti]

Just tell them you like being single.

[cheeky&sexy]

just say you're happy being single right now. or say 'not really at the moment'. that way theyll assume there was someone in your past and/or possibly someone in the future.

[sehvral]

As a guy, I always say "I'm a eunuch", though it could be quite entertaining if a lady says that and the guy doesn't get it =)

[dono01]

Hmm... I am wondering why your neighbor would come over and strike up a conversation with you about your sex life, lol.

Anyway, it's none of their business. If you don't want to tell them just tell them you'd rather not talk about it.