Define Nuetral Story, Odst Meaning

*Can be used to counter 'Sad Story'*

When a friend tells you something of little relevance to your life/day but it very much affects their life/day so, in an attempt to be a good friend (meh) you acknowledge their plight but put it our of your mind immediately with a verbal recognition that yes, you heard them (and you really don't care). And you like Halo.