You can always pretend to be on a phone call and say something very wholesome or disarming. Like “yes, mom I’ll watch the hallmark Christmas movies with you. Do you want me to pick up anything from the store?.” Or something like that.

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This is very situational based. If it’s daylight or night even in a crowded area she won’t be worried so don’t stress that. If it’s daylight on like a hiking trail and there’s no one else, slow down and let her get far ahead. If it’s at night and there’s no other people out she’s probably worried so also slow down in this scenario or be on the phone or something non creepy

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if you have headphones on you could sing to some lighthearted music. if it’s dark and you want to pass, probably go to the other side of the road if it’s safe

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As someone who also avoids these situations, sorry you’re stuck behind

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