How to 'look interested'

We all have these moments, when someone is telling you all about their cat's supper and

you don't care.

You don't want to appear rude, but you are already very tired and don't have enough energy to listen.

Here are some tips to 'look interested'

• Butt in occasionally with "oh really?" with a surprised look.
• Stroke your chin and look confused and then nod seriously.
• When he/she (the talker) looks at you expectantly, thats your cue to laugh disbelievingly.
• Remember to mutter "wow" and "yeah?" frequently.

And if you really can't hold it up any longer.....

"I'm really sorry, and this is really bad timing, but I just remembered I had to phone......"