When the interviewer asked me to speak, I quietly wrote down "I'm mute" to explain why I couldn't answer aloud.

I'm single, but I'm open to meeting someone who shares my love of travel.

I've been raped, and I'm trying to find help to cope with what happened.

When people ask why I use a cane, I tell them, 'I'm blind, but I enjoy exploring the city with my guide dog.'

I can't come to the office party tonight because I'm married and promised to spend the evening with my spouse.

I'm sorry I missed your call; I was in an important meeting.

I respect everyone's beliefs, but I'm not religious and I prefer to find meaning in nature.

When my coworkers asked why I wasn't wearing my wedding ring, I simply said, I'm divorced, and the conversation moved on.

When ordering at restaurants, I always say I'm allergic to nuts to avoid any hidden ingredients.

When I first came out to my friends, I told them I'm bisexual, and their support meant everything to me.