Dear guys in ties who work downtown:

If a girl smiles at you, the standard response is SMILE BACK. Don’t scowl, don’t be afraid, don’t ignore her, just smile back. She was probably just trying to improve your day, which probably needed improving since you have to wear a tie to work, and the scowl doesn’t become you. Honestly, a girl with curly hair and jeans and white headphones is hardly a threat, it isn’t like she asked you for change or directions. Plus frowning disapprovingly takes more muscles than smiling so just work the half-assed smirk and get on with your day.

Sincerely,
The Girl Who Smiled At You During Lunch Today