English in the elevator: be brave!

I feel sorry for my colleagues.

Especially the ones who get into the elevator with me in the morning.

The problem is that I'm committed to speaking English here at work. All the time. In fact, just the other day one of my favorite people in the office told me that he was hearing me speak too much Spanish around the office, and that I should watch out!

Well, those people in the elevator might not agree. It's not easy to speak a second or third language with someone you don't know very well in a small crowded elevator, in front of your workmates. I realize this, and I offer you my compassion.

So, what is the best approach, apart from complete silence? Probably just to be able to ask, "How are you?" And to respond, "Fine, thanks. And you?" This is probably enough. And if you're brave enough to say more, good for you! But if not, don't worry! The time in the elevator will be over very soon!