We’ve all been there. Someone asks us a question or makes a comment that just crosses the line and invades our personal space.
Whether it’s a nosy neighbor, a curious co-worker, or an overbearing relative, sometimes we just need to let them know that it’s none of their business.
If you’re tired of beating around the bush and just want to be brutally honest, here are 25 sarcastic ways to tell people it’s none of their business.
Direct Statements
“I’m sorry, I didn’t realize I was required to disclose personal information to you.”
“That’s none of your concern. Next question.”
“I don’t think that information is relevant to our current conversation.”
“I’m sorry, I don’t think I’m comfortable sharing that with you.”
“I don’t think it’s appropriate for me to discuss that with you.”
Sarcasm and Humor
“Oh, I’m sorry. I thought I was talking to a therapist, not a stranger.”
“Gee, I never thought to ask your permission before sharing personal details about my life.”
“Wow, you must be a mind reader because I was just thinking about sharing that with you.”
“I’m sorry, I thought we were friends. But now that I know you’re just nosy, I’ll keep my information to myself.”
“Well, I guess I should just wear a sandwich board with all my personal details on it, since you seem to think it’s up for public discussion.”
Passive Aggression
“Oh, I didn’t realize I was required to share my personal life with you.”
“Thanks for the suggestion, but I think I’ll keep my private life private.”
“I appreciate your curiosity, but I’m not comfortable sharing that with you.”
“I’m sorry, I thought we were having a conversation, not an interrogation.”
“I’m sorry, I didn’t realize my personal life was up for discussion.”
Outright Rudeness
“I don’t think that’s any of your business.”
“I’m sorry, but I don’t think I owe you an explanation.”
“I don’t think I need to justify my personal choices to you.”
“I’m sorry, but I don’t think I need to share that with you.”
“I don’t think it’s appropriate for you to ask me that.”
Alternative Responses
“I’m sorry, I’m not comfortable sharing that with you. Is there something else you’d like to talk about?”
“I’m sorry, I don’t think that information is relevant to our current conversation. Can we change the subject?”
“I’m sorry, I don’t feel comfortable sharing that with you. Is there something else you’d like to know?”
“I’m sorry, but I don’t think it’s appropriate for me to share that with you. Can we talk about something else?”
“I’m sorry, but I don’t think I need to justify my personal choices to you. Can we talk about something else?”
Conclusion:
It’s important to remember that we have the right to keep certain things private and it’s okay to say no when someone crosses the line.
These 25 sarcastic ways to tell people it’s none of their business can help you assert
