The Elevator Quiet Game: Where Words Take a Nap
Ever been in an elevator where it's quieter than a library during nap time? Welcome to the world of Awkward Elevator Silence – the game where talking is as rare as a unicorn sighting.
So, there we are, minding our business, ready for a quick
elevator adventure. The doors close, and suddenly, it's like the sound button
got stuck on mute. It's so quiet we can almost hear the elevator thinking,
"Should I play elevator music? Nah, too predictable."
Now, the first thing we notice is that everyone becomes a
detective. No one wants to be the first to break the silence. It's like a game
of 'Who Can Hold Their Breath the Longest,' but with words. Spoiler alert:
nobody wins.
We try classic move – checking our phones. Swipe, swipe,
pretend to type something super important. But let's be real, we're just trying
not to make eye contact with the person standing next to us, who's also
pretending to be the busiest texter in town.
Then comes the elevator button stare-down. We look at the
buttons like they hold the secrets to the universe. Floor 3, tell me your
secrets! And in that moment, we wish we were an elevator repair expert, just to
have something fascinating to share.
But what if we embraced the awkward silence? What if,
instead of avoiding it, we turned it into a sport? Elevator Charades, anyone? We
could act out your favourite movie scene without saying a word. Picture this:
an epic Titanic reenactment with our fellow passengers. Bonus points if someone
pulls out a makeshift rose from their bag.
Or how about Elevator Karaoke? Pick a song, start humming,
and see if anyone joins in. Imagine the harmonious echoes of "Bohemian
Rhapsody" bouncing off the elevator walls. Freddie Mercury would be proud.
In the end, let's not forget that we're all in this awkward
elevator journey together. So, the next time you find yourself in a
silence-packed elevator, remember to nod knowingly, as if you're all part of a
secret society of elevator enthusiasts. Happy silent riding, my elevator pals!
By- Nitika Mahur

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