I Pretend I'm Okay

Since I lost my wife, I have two answers ready for those who ask how I am doing now. Those I know care for me, I tell the truth, however that may be. For those who are simply being polite (nothing wrong with that BTW), I am always OK.

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Adaydreambeliever · 56-60, F

[b]Yes I can imagine you develop that protective mechanism, it's probably necessary because most people who ask clearly don't really want to know. It's sucha shame we have to do that but I am sure it's not uncommon. I wonder if sometimes, just sometimes you might just say to someone who seems to be being polite, how you feel, it doesn't do to cover it up too much and some of them might be more willing to listen than you think.
I am sorry you have had to go through what you have