The Silent Treatment: A Guide to Not Talking in Meetings | Meetings

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What is The Silent Treatment?

It's that thing where you pretend to be paying attention, even when you're not. You know, nodding along while thinking about what to make for lunch. It's like you're a ninja, slicing through the conversation with your piercing stare.

Why Bother?

Because, let's face it, sometimes meetings are just a total waste of time. And by 'total waste of time', we mean 'an opportunity to recharge with some quality eye-contact'. You can use The Silent Treatment to conserve your precious mental energy for more important things, like scrolling through memes on your phone or planning your fantasy football team.

How to Practice The Silent Treatment

Step 1: Sit in the back of the room, near the door. You know, where the snacks are. Step 2: Make eye contact, but only with the person next to you. Step 3: Nod along, but only when you think the conversation is over. Step 4: Smile, but not too much. You know, just enough to make them think you're a normal human being.

Remember, The Silent Treatment is not just about being quiet, it's about being proactive in your silence.