If they're asking you questions about work, unfortunately you have to listen and answer them. If they're asking you personal or other non-work related questions, it's time to simply be...
Perhaps you could keep two diaries - one to write down your deepest feelings and keep to yourself, and another to write about other things you don't mind sharing with...
Write a list of the best qualities of the people in your life and look over this list regularly as a reminder. Imagine how much emptier and lonelier your life...
Start with garden-fresh radishes, not those rushed to mature in the retail market. If you need to keep them in the fridge, take off the stems as far as you...