Why are people nowadays pretending to be busy even when they have enough time to reply? I’m getting sick of those who purposely ignore their family and friends. You have to understand that there’s enough time in the entire day to do everything you want.
My surroundings are filled with such people who deliberately don’t reply instantly or ignore messages and calls as if they’re some big shot. Maybe they think it makes them look more important, but in reality, it just makes them seem rude and inconsiderate.
Personally, I dislike this behavior and never do it to my family or friends. If I have time and my phone is in front of me, I reply within seconds. There’s nothing wrong with that. Replying quickly doesn’t mean you’re wasting time or have nothing better to do. It simply shows that you value and respect the person reaching out to you.
I’ve noticed this mentality in both girls and boys, whether in friendships or relationships. Some girls, in particular, seem to enjoy doing this. I don’t understand why—does a boy become a “simp” or seem too friendly just because he replies instantly?
Or do they think keeping someone waiting makes them appear more valuable? I’m not blaming all girls, but some definitely act this way. And let’s be honest, some boys do it too, thinking it makes them look “cool” or “busy,” when in reality, it’s just unnecessary ego.
Everyone knows how busy you really are. If you’re genuinely occupied, just send a quick message saying, “I’ll talk later.” How long does that take? Maybe 5 to 10 seconds. But no, some people think ignoring messages or calls is a better option. They assume it makes them look less available or more in demand, but all it really does is make them come off as careless.
What they don’t realize is that if someone is texting or calling them, that person genuinely wants to talk. Ignoring messages doesn’t create a good impression. It only shows that you lack basic courtesy. So, try to be polite and respect others’ time and feelings. A little effort goes a long way.