We all have that one friend who doesn’t answer text messages in a timely manner or even at all. Nobody expects a whole paragraph in response, just some form of acknowledgement, even if it consists of one syllable. We’ve all received a text message that we did not want to respond to and we most likely didn't respond. But depending on the situation, not receiving a text back can be the worst feeling ever. It’s inconsiderate and annoying. A serious question deserves a response back, whether it takes an hour or a week to answer. I’m ever so curious about why people can’t respond to texts. Is it because we’re too busying adulting or do we simply not care enough?
Everyone is attached to their cell phones. It becomes another part of our personal being. Our cell phone is always there and at times we even get extremely panicked if it’s not in our hands. But what’s the excuse for our lack of punctuality when it comes to this form of communication. We’ve all ditched the face-to-face conversation, but then who are we to blame when we don’t get an immediate response back. Our true feelings are hidden behind the screen, the emojis, the gifs and the bitmojis that we all use to substitute actual feelings and words. No wonder it’s difficult to respond to texts when everything is lost in translation.
If our communication is the main issue, then how offended should we really be if someone doesn't answer? Should we take the high road and brush it off? Or should we act childish and continue to send a bunch of single texts knowing the person isn’t going to respond anytime soon? It’s hard to make this decision. Most of us would much rather ignore the person forever but then this creates an endless series of not responding.
So, if you couldn't respond in a timely manner, then what were you doing? Were you too busy to look at your phone? Did you leave your phone somewhere? Did you even hit the send button? Whatever the reason may be, just be honest. If you don't like the person you are texting, tell them. If honesty isn't one of your best policies, then texting should definitely be.
But while we’re all so intrigued about what the other person was doing instead of responding to our texts, what’s our excuse when we do it? Should we even get upset at the other person? This is a two way street, so expect the other person to feel extremely annoyed when you don't respond either. Is it a double standard? Yes, maybe. When you find yourself annoyed about not receiving a text back, think about all the times you've done it.
