How to avoid people!

Today we are going to discuss hiding from people. Sounds a bit odd but stay with me.

We have all had that really awkward moment where we have spotted someone we REALLY don't want to speak to; that lad you really shouldn't have kissed at the club last week, the friend you fell out with or the ridiculously gorgeous guy from the gym when you are not looking your best.

Now you could be the bigger person and say a breezy hello or my personal favourite which is pick from my below list of tried and tested (by me) avoidance options.

1. The phone call
Pretty self explanatory but pretending you are in the middle of a phone call is a classic avoidance technique. It also alludes to the illusion that you are rather popular. One tip though, make sure your phone will not ring during this time, you will look mental.

2. The stare through
You've clocked them, they are five steps away and there is no getting away from this one. So what do you do; you pretend you are in such a deep state of focus that you are actually looking through them. They are no longer a person but an obstacle that you need to get around. Top tip: try to furrow your brow intensely like you are thinking of something super important, it's impressive.

3. The "Oh I'm so silly"
Now this one takes a bit of acting, a GCSE in drama is preferred for this option. It involves spotting the person, quickly looking in your bag or at your phone and rolling your eyes, or for the more melodramatic placing your palm on your forehead in mock horror giving the impression that you have forgotten something. Next turn around and walk in the opposite direction....quickly.

4. The lookout
This is my personal favourite and I have used it exactly three times, mostly because it is the most fun. It involves throwing yourself behind the nearest wall/door/DVD display......I've shared too much. Stay in your preferred hideout until the person has passed. You get ten extra points if someone spots you using 'the lookout'!

So that is my guide to hiding from people you want to avoid. You are welcome!