We've all had those awkward moments; those times where we felt insecure. If you happen to be a person who noticeably stands out, expect to be hammered with some questions, some of which you probably don't want to answer. They might seem a bit harmless at first, but they can get incredibly annoying at times and extremely irritating later on. For example, when I was in high school (2010-2016), people asked me things like "What's your name?" and "Do you have any friends?", simple enough, though somewhat annoying. Later on, i was asked more personal questions I would especially dislike, such as "Why are you shy?" and "Why are you so creepy-looking?" and the works. It really irritated me.

What question do you despise answering? What question do you like answering? Thanks for your input, pals.

 *Why do you hate the Xbox?* god I swear it annoys me when I have told someone once or twice this question I stated why. When the console came out many years ago I didn't like how it looked when I saw it on tv. I dislike the xbox because of generally the way it looks its not easy to use. Plus the worst one I hate is the look of the controller its....so dam confusing if anyone has seen it they will know what I am getting at. Playing the PlayStation console is easier for me because its pretty straight forward. Its not as if I am not willing to learn something new I did, one time with the xbox it just left me confused.....plus I've never been an xbox person, and never will be. I just hope the people who love the xbox can understand as of why. I rather play a console that is easy for me to understand. '-'

Eniitan : I hate to say it but when you're involved in the video game community the way you are, Eni, someone asking you why you hate the Xbox is a legitimate question. Maybe they're seeking your opinion or they're wondering, "What am I missing that this woman strongly dislikes this console?"

I'm open-minded and if I speak my mind and say I actively dislike something, it catches people's attention. They're like, "Really? You? Why?"


I have mentioned it before but I was in the Marines for six years and I was overseas. It doesn't bother me that people ask but I hate having to rehash the history.

"So, have you killed people then?"

That gets to me every so often. It's an extremely personal question that is the same as asking about someone's virginity or asking married people why they haven't had kids yet. It's not fun because combat is one of the ugliest things humans do to each other and I'd rather not share that experience with the people I don't know. I've told a story here and there but it's not really something I like to tell others about.

Generally, the more a veteran, a soldier, or a Marine talks about their service, usually the less they've seen. It's kind of funny how that works.

Ghostbear1111 : I know its just I've had many who have done that and I end up repeating the same story, and it gets so tiring. So that's why um my post was that way. Maybe it wasn't a good way to come around by saying what I said. I dunno for some reason when I get asked that question I pretty much frown, and get angry about it I'm not always so sure as of why. When people ask me questions I am normally like I will be more than happy to tell you in my usual happy tone. But, when it comes to the xbox part its not so happy tone for me. '-'

Anything personal. Other than that I'm pretty much an open book.

I'm fine with answering most questions, but if they get too personal then I get rather uncomfortable. Especially on the internet. If some stranger I don't know is like "will u go on cam" or "what is ur name" I'll probably tell them off and/or leave.

Even with people I'm friends with online, I prefer not to tell them personal info. If on the off chance I decide that I trust them enough I prefer going to them about it, not the other way around.

In real life, I really hate being asked about "hey, what's wrong?". I know that my friends are asking because they care, but I'd rather go to them about it instead of the other way around. Sometimes "what's wrong" is also extremely personal so there's also that.

I absolutely hate it when my parents (usually) or someone else basically pesters me with "Why are you so upset?" when I literally say and do nothing that would indicate that behavior. Just because I don't talk or smile doesn't mean I'm upset. I feel like this question is meant just to start something, since when this question is asked when I'm not even upset or anything, it does annoy me a little. 

Another question I hate is when someone asks me "Are you even trying?" or something of that regard. The only time I don't try is when I'm playing something with like a little kid and I want to give them a chance. Whether it be, school, sports, video games, or whatever, I give my best effort, and it's kind of insulting when people ask that question. Just because I'm not doing good at something at the moment doesn't mean I'm not trying. 

"How are you doing?"

This question I am asked almost daily.

I have no defensive answer so I lie and say "ok"


That is what I don't like answering.

The question "are you upset?" bothers me immensely, but only if it's asked multiple times. If I tell someone I'm not upset I'm either really not or I am but I don't want to talk about it. But some people really push it and ask me multiple times and that honestly pisses me off beyond belief.

Getting a haircut: "Are you excited for school?"
At the doctor's: "Are you excited for school?"
Any time you see a neighbor or someone you know: "Are you excited for school?"
Buying something at a store: "Are you excited for school?"
Small talking: "Are you excited for school?"
Being within a 10 mile radius of people: "Are you excited for school?"

EVERYONE asks that. Usually multiple times if they can. I'm sick and tired of hearing that question. It's unoriginal and a clear effort at trying to strike up a conversation, but it never actually works as a conversation starter. Plus, who ever is excited for school? Who actually says "yes, I am excited for school?" Any adults who read this message, stop asking that damn question, no one wants to answer it.

Hm… A few questions I despise answering? I don't know if anyone here has filled out those survey forms where they ask what race you are and then give you choices like "White, Black or African American, Native American, Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander" and it's mandatory for you to choose one or you can't continue with whatever they're trying to make you do, but I despise trying to answer those questions because I identify as a meme! those questions don't truly mean anything. I think better questions would be "where were you born?" (don't assume someone's necessarily born somewhere just because of the color of their skin or the thickness of their accent) and "where have you lived for most of your life?" (some people are born in one country but then keep moving everywhere and end up being raised somewhere else). When people automatically assume I am or am not from their country or state for one reason or another and end up asking me questions like, "Were you born here?" or "When did you move here?" or "What? You weren't born here?" I often get a bit annoyed with having to try to answer their questions without somehow insulting them on some level (which would happen if I somehow end up saying something without thinking it through and they take it the wrong way or think that I'm insinuating they might be unconsciously making some discriminatory or racist remarks x_X). See how complicated it could get really quickly? And then the conversations after that would be even more awkward because if they think that they insulted me, they would now want to get away from me as quickly as possible. If they think I've insulted them, they'll look at me in an offended sort of way and still try to get away as quickly as possible. Either way, I dislike questions that could easily lead to dire misunderstandings or pointless arguments, especially ones that never had any significance to begin with so they're practically just traps to drain away your life energy. More people might be more familiar with the question, "Does this dress make me look fat?"

Frankly, my dear… Those are some deadly questions. x_X

Another question (although sometimes flattering) is: "Are you old enough to drink? Let me see your ID." Admittedly, it makes me laugh a bit but sometimes I wonder if being able to blend in with people 10+ years my junior is actually a good thing. x_X I have a friend that can blend in with people 15 years younger than them (until they speak), so I don't think it's that bad, but still...

Online though, I have some rules against revealing certain things like my current occupation, hair color, eye color, and other extremely personal details, so you'll find that I'll answer most other questions but in general, I won't answer certain questions no matter who asks (so don't take it personally if you sometimes don't receive an answer).

Questions that I actually do enjoy answering in real life include those regarding the future of the world, although for the sake of keeping everything peaceful online, I don't tend to answer those kinds of questions when I'm online.

tRIUNE : Why would you need a defensive answer? Why wouldn't you try going with the truth? That's a lot of fun when people ask you how you're doing and you take a second, reflect on your day and respond.

"Well, I didn't sleep much last night and I was up around 11;30pm and tired out of my mind but the bed wasn't working for me. I got up and read a few websites about gardening and how to keep those creeping vines away from my lawn. And then it was suddenly 2:00am and I crashed on the couch. The dog came and laid with me so that was nice since her body kept my feet warm.

Then I woke up, decided against breakfast for laziness and I went to work. Now I'm dealing with two complaints about lockers, even though they're all free, and one person who was late again for their shift, putting pressure on the others regarding time. I've got a sick mother who doesn't want to babysit and I had to find a sitter for the kids today so that made things challenging getting in.

How are you?"

Something like that will either (a) teach them to never ask you how you are and they'll just smile and say hello or (b) get you some actual positive conversations. Maybe there are people out there who really care and you just don't know it. Those people are wonderful to discover.

Either way, what's the worst that could happen?

Yes, I really am that blind without glasses.
Yes, I'm coulorblind, but I can see some colour.
Yes, I speak with a british accent caused from watching too many English shows.
Yes, I really am that tall. And yes, I do play basketball.

Not really a question but "Tell me about yourself" because I have no idea what to say. It's not that I don't have nothing about me to say, but rather I don't know specifically what the other person wants.

Also, "Why are you so quiet? You were laughing and talking just fine an hour ago/a day ago/ etc..."
I have severe social anxiety. Sometimes I just need to not talk for a while. To recharge. Some days I can talk just fine, others I can barely open my mouth without feeling terrible. My close friends know this, but when someone knew is getting to know me it's hard to explain.

Maguc : I can totally relate with the "tell me about yourself" thing. I mean, I COULD give them my life's story, but why is that even relevant?

Questions I don't like to answer are "What grade are you in?" and "Did you graduate?" because I have literally no answer for that... I was home schooled in an unconventional fashion and the whole grade thing is a completely foreign concept to me. I also haven't gotten a GED yet, either. It always makes it seem like I have absolutely no education at all, and that's simply not true.

Something that kind of burns me up is when someone asks "why don't you do it yourself?" in a snotty, dismissive way when I ask for help. Here's an idea: why don't you pretend you're at least half of a human being and consider that I wouldn't have asked if I didn't have a reason? If it's something small, maybe I'm just busy with something and I was wondering if you could hand me my drink. If it's something more complex, maybe I have no idea what I'm doing or the slightest clue where to start.

I don't like being asked questions like: "Where do you see yourself in five years?", "How about 10 years?" Questions like this are infamous for being popular job interview questions and it can always be difficult to deliver an answer that not only answers the question, but also matches what the interviewer expects to hear from you. Questions like this are a nuisance because employers will unfairly use the first red-flag sign as a reason not to hire you for the job....

Another one that irks me is when people at school ask each other: "What are you?" More often than not, people ask this question when they are meeting someone for the first time and they want to know more about them. It is fine to be curious and whatnot, but this type of information is irrelevant, why do you need to know something like that at this particular time? It is not so much the fact that I have a problem with answering, rather, it's the fact that people don't think about what they are asking and ask themselves if this is really something they should ask someone they are meeting for the first time. It's one thing to ask this question of someone you've known for a while, but it is definitely an abrupt thing to bring up on a first time introduction. People that ask in a jerk-like fashion only make it worse. 


The final one for me is somewhat of a trite one, but it is when my parents ask:  "How was school?" I always answer with either "Good I suppose..." or "Boring". I know my parents ask me this with good intentions, but it can be a bit tiresome to reply with the exact same response each and every time they ask. 

I actually just had a conversation about this today with a friend. What we both dislike about our culture and society is that everybody's value is measured by your profession. It's the first thing a stranger asks you in conversation. It's still okay for me at least to be asked what I do when I can always answer that I'm a student. So they think, at least she'll be making money in a few years. But in a few months I'll graduate, become unemployed unless a miracle happens, and this question becomes really uncomfortable, followed by "then when are you getting a job?" or "you should try a little harder". The same goes for my friend who has just graduated and she's still working at the same grocery store she worked at during college. Every time she tells about how she makes her living she's answered with a surprised, high-pitched "oh?". She understands that it's not an ideal long-term job but it's still a bit rude. What does it really matter what we do for a living when there are much more interesting questions to be asked such as "what are your hobbies, what are you interested in?". Because asking about your profession is still indirectly asking about your salary, which I think is nobody's business, at least not a stranger's.