Of late, I have started doing this. I receive a call on cell to say I can’t talk now. Just today, I received a call when I was in the busy cafeteria. Knowing that I won’t be able to hear anything whatsoever I answered it and said politely that the space is very noisy and will revert later. But that is so not courteous! Why I need to pick up the phone at the first place then? This habit actually is a consequence of many calls I have experienced where my voice have been thwarted making me feel undesired, when I am the seeker. People would invariably pick up, say hi, give reason(s) why they can’t continue and hang up.
Why you need to do so? Especially if you are driving or so… I have realized this flaw is creeping into me, I will now onwards consciously look to answer a call completely unless that is an unsolicited marketing call.
I know the situation is subjective and some might feel that some calls are important than others, but I beg to differ. Only exception is FAMILY. They should be responded at once no matter how busy I might be to assure them “I’m there” and will reach them sooner.
I will ensure to pick the cell phone when I know ---- I can talk and complete the conversation in all respect.
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