“If you can’t hear somebody properly, just nod and hope they weren’t asking anything important.”
The sage
The Sage has long believed that modern life is far too noisy, but not for the reasons you think. His latest insight is this: “If you can’t hear somebody properly, just nod and hope they weren’t asking anything important.”
According to The Sage, this is one of life’s most efficient survival techniques. Instead of awkwardly asking people to repeat themselves (and risking actual commitment), a simple slow nod communicates vague understanding, emotional engagement, and just enough credibility to survive most conversations. It has been successfully deployed in offices, family gatherings, and surprisingly complex medical appointments.
Of course, this method does carry risks. The Sage once nodded through an entire conversation only to discover he had agreed to organise a charity quiz night, buy a kayak, and name a neighbour’s cat. But even then, he maintains it was still better than saying “What?” five times and looking foolish.
So remember: when in doubt, nod wisely — and leave the room before the consequences arrive.
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