60 Ways to Respond When a Guy Asks What You’ve Been Up To

If you’re like most women you’ve probably been in that slightly awkward situation where a guy you know casually asks you, “So, what have you been up to lately?” It’s like suddenly you’re on a stage and forgot all your lines. What should you say?

Your mind goes blank, and all those simple things you do every day don’t seem worth mentioning.

Do you just say “nothing much” and leave it at that, or do you try to come up with something more interesting?

You might start thinking, “What if I sound boring?” or “Does he really want to know or is he just asking to be nice?”

It’s super common to feel like you have to impress or that your weekend watching Netflix isn’t cool enough to talk about.

But hey, relax! Remember, it’s not a competition. Life isn’t about who has the best stories to tell.

It’s about enjoying yourself, and hey, if trying that new taco place was the highlight of your weekend, that’s totally fine.

What matters is not what you did but how you talk about it. A little humor can turn even the most ordinary activities into fun conversations.

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How to Respond When a Guy Asks What You’ve Been Up To?

1. “I’m learning guitar. Maybe I’ll play for you sometime.”

2. “Oh, you know, saving kittens from trees, the usual superhero stuff.”

3. “Mostly just experimenting with new recipes. I’m turning into quite the chef.”

4. “Just been hitting the gym more often. Trying to stay active, you know?”

5. “I’ve been practicing Zumba. It’s like a dance party and a workout in one.”

6. “I’m training for a marathon. So far, I’ve run to the fridge and back.”

7. “I’ve been learning Spanish. It’s tough but will be handy when I go to Mexico this winter.”

8. “I started practicing yoga. It’s a nice way to relax and stay fit.”

9. “I’ve been biking more often. It’s a good fun workout.”

10. “I’ve been getting lost in books lately. If only I could find someone to discuss them with.”

11. “Oh, just sharpening my culinary skills. I can whip up a mean pizza now.”

12. “Training for a 5K run. It’s a good way to stay active and challenge myself.”

13. “Trying to figure out why socks disappear in the dryer. It’s a full-time job.”

14. “Trying to break my record for the longest nap ever. Almost won.”

15. “Oh, just traveling to exotic places through Google Street View.”

16. “Training my cat to dance. So far, no success.”

17. “I’ve taken up the challenge of learning how to cook five-star meals in a microwave.”

18. “Testing the limits of how much ice cream one can consume in a day. For science.”

19. “Learning to play the guitar – my neighbors are thinking of starting a fan club, or a petition.”

20. “I’ve been trying out new recipes. Who knew I could actually cook?”

21. “I’ve started jogging every morning. It’s a love-hate relationship with my alarm clock.”

22. “I’ve taken up gardening. It’s surprisingly relaxing, and I haven’t killed any plants… yet.”

23. “I’m trying to read more. Just finished a great book that you might like.”

24. “I’ve started doing yoga at home. It’s harder than it looks!”

25. “I’ve started biking more. I forgot how fun it is.”

26. “Juggling work and learning to play piano. It’s a nice escape.”

27. “Starting my days with a bit of meditation. Helps clear the mind.”

28. “Picked up hiking. There’s something about nature that’s just rejuvenating.”

29. “Been working on my salsa dancing steps. It’s a great workout.”

30. “I’ve been mastering the art of baking. My cookies have been voted ‘most likely to disappear first.'”

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31. “Experimenting with interior decorating. My place is starting to look quite chic!”

32. “Exploring different genres of music. My Spotify playlist is getting pretty wild.”

33. “I’ve been catching up on Netflix movies that I missed.”

34. “I’ve taken up swimming. It’s a great way to stay fit.”

35. “I’ve taken up bird watching. It’s surprisingly relaxing.”

36. “Exploring local hiking trails. It’s amazing what you find when you go off the beaten path.”

37. “Experimenting with different tea flavors. It’s become my new obsession.”

38. “Experimenting with brewing my own beer. It’s a science and an art!”

39. “Taking online courses on random topics. Last week it was astronomy, this week it’s ancient history.”

40. “I’ve been trying to improve my photography skills, especially nature shots.”

41. “Working on my yoga skills. I’m not quite at ‘inner peace’ level yet, but getting there!”

42. “I’ve been catching up on some documentaries.”

43. “I’ve been writing a bit. Just journaling and some creative stuff.”

44. “Experimenting with different coffee brewing methods. My kitchen is like a mini café now.”

45. “I’ve been volunteering at the local animal shelter. Those furry faces make my day.”

46. “I’ve taken up stargazing. It’s incredible how much you can see just from your backyard.”

47. “Experimenting with watercolor painting. I’m no expert, but it’s quite therapeutic.”

48. “Trying to create the perfect homemade pizza. I’m close to nailing the crust.”

49. “Experimenting with home brewing. My latest batch is almost ready for tasting.”

50. “Trying out different meditation techniques to find something that works for me.”

51. “Experimenting with different skincare routines. My bathroom looks like a mini spa.”

52. “I’ve taken up knitting. I’ll make you a scarf if you’re lucky!”

53. “I’ve been volunteering for local community events.”

54. “Exploring different types of dance. I’m thinking salsa next.”

55. “I’ve been practicing my cocktail mixing skills. Want to try someday?”

56. “I’ve taken up Pilates. It’s harder than it looks!”

57. “I’ve been jogging regularly. Trying to stay active and healthy.”

58. “Learning to play the piano. It’s never too late to start, right?”

59. “Experimenting with baking. My homemade bread is starting to actually resemble bread.”

60. “Trying out new coffee spots in town. I’m on a quest to find the best latte.”

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