Upset At The Checkout

Hello,

I had a upsetting incident at the local supermarket last week and would like some advice. I was in the que and the store was busy so I had a lot to contend with when a lady brushed past with her trolley and patted me on the shoulder. I can not stand being  touched by strangers and this made me shudder. I was unaware I was in her way and suggested that excuse me was a polite way of moving me to which her reply was quite abusive and I was accussed of being rude and nasty, both of which are simply not me. I wonder what else I could have done? I would prefer to get along with people but find it hard when confronted with such situations and not knowing how to react.  I have had similar expereinces which involve strangers patting me. Does anyone else experience this?

Thank you.

Nick

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  • Hey Nick, 

    you couldn't have done anything differently. Her response was kind of rude and nasty. If you can, maybe explain to the person that you don't like to be touched. Don't bring yourself down over this situation because it's not your fault. 

    PEOPLE ARE JUST NASTY, RUDE AND UNEDUCATED. 

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  • Hey Nick, 

    you couldn't have done anything differently. Her response was kind of rude and nasty. If you can, maybe explain to the person that you don't like to be touched. Don't bring yourself down over this situation because it's not your fault. 

    PEOPLE ARE JUST NASTY, RUDE AND UNEDUCATED. 

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