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Social media post on Mastodon by Dan Moren.

It reads, “ My son just got me out of talking to a door-to-door cable salesman so I guess parenthood was all worth it.”

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[–] [email protected] 49 points 2 months ago (11 children)

It's easy.

  1. Deny
  2. Take control
  3. Show empathy
  4. Start their departure.
  5. Make them glad they're leaving

Cut them off, "Oh, sorry. I'm not interested in that. I need to quickly get back to what I was doing. But you have a good day and try stay cool/warm/dry/etc. out there." Start stepping back, "And be careful of the dog four doors down, it's a fucking cunt."

As you close the door, say "You too, bud." regardless of what they say, even if they say nothing.

They will never return or pursue, and you won't feel rude.

[–] [email protected] 28 points 2 months ago (8 children)

It's ok to be rude. They were rude for showing up at your door in the first place.

[–] [email protected] 9 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

Yep not to mention they are preying on you feeling rude and will take FULL advantage if you show any opportunity.

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