Dear Three-nostril monster,

As Alice has mentioned to others, how you deal with your difference is up to you. Usually, if it is not something that bothers you, others will give up their ridicule quickly. If they see you react, then there's a point to their staring and talking. You can try ignoring them, responding with, "Do you want to ask me something?", or wear a sign that labels you as a three nostril monster. There are obvious advantages and disadvantages to all of these methods. Usually, an assertive response works best to get people to stop and think: 1) Name the behavior that is bothering you; 2) Criticize the behavior, not the person; and, 3) Tell them what action you want them to take. So, in your case, it would be: "You're staring and talking about my nose. It's degrading when you do that, so please stop." You can adapt this tool to your own style and the particular needs of each situation.

You might also want to explore making an appointment with a doctor at Health Services for a possible plastic surgery referral. Good luck!