The interviewer asks about the gap on my resume and I have my answer ready. But it comes out stiff and defensive, like I'm apologizing for something, and I can see it in their face the second it lands wrong. Then I'm flustered for the rest of the conversation, replaying it.
More people experience this than they realize.
You have an answer for the career gap, but it comes out defensive and lands badly.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.