How to Dodge The Mormons Knocking On Your Door?

Mastering the art of avoiding unwanted visitors with style and sass

Nathan Chen
3 min readDec 14, 2023
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Ah, there it is — the rhythmic, almost metronomic knocking that heralds the arrival of our well-dressed, ever-smiling friends: the Mormons. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for religious freedom and chatting about the cosmos over coffee, but sometimes, you just want to enjoy your Saturday morning sans the existential convo and more with, let’s say, a mimosa in hand. So, for the sake of our uninterrupted leisure, let’s delve into the art of tactfully dodging these earnest door-knockers.

The Early Bird Ignores the Knock

The key here is stealth. Picture this: you’re in your PJs, cereal bowl in hand, and there’s a knock. Freeze. Move like you’re in a game of Red Light, Green Light (the childhood one, not the Squid Game kind). If they can’t see movement, do they really know you’re home? It’s the Schrödinger’s cat of avoiding people — if they can’t confirm your existence, do you really exist?

Decoy, Decoy, on the Wall

Now, let’s get a bit crafty. Ever thought of a decoy? Stick a convincing note on your door: “Gone to join the circus. Back in 5… years?” Or how about a sign that says, “Beware of the baby napping… and the

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Nathan Chen

I'm Nathan Chen, a queer Asian writer advocating for LGBTQ+ issues, Asian representation, work life & mental health. Let's explore life's complexities together!