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Rec'd on 🧠 5/21: WHAT’S YOUR GO-TO MOVE WHEN THINGS GET AWKWARD?
Casually mention my twin
When things get awkward, I loveeee a subject change that will guarantee me AT LEAST ten minutes of lighthearted conversation to diffuse any tension. I always find a way to mention my twin, because people are fascinated by twins. Given that I’ve been explaining being a twin my whole life, I can anticipate any question they might ask and already have a sufficiently exciting, NOT awkward, and tender rough script prepared. And if they’re also a twin? Great, now we can bond! #hingepartner
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@tinyjewishgirl
May 21, 2025
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@allsnthmpsn
omg im a twin too, stealing this strategy
May 22, 2025

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