I've kind of felt this way for a while, but don't 'Away Messages' that come through during emergencies or in the middle of a crisis feel a bit out of place?😳💭
For example, when someone is really busy, struggling, or panicking, and you see a message like 'Out for a picnic~' in their chat or social media profile, it makes me feel a little bothered🥺✨
What is an 'Away Message'?
Well, I think many people know this already, but an Away Message is a simple notification meaning 'I'm away from my desk right now.'
It's like the status in old chat tools or Instagram stories, a way to tell others 'I can't reply right away~'📱💬
But, given the current situation...?
The other day, I came across this post online and really related to it.
It said, 'bruh we are literally dying here and you want a picnic.'
Translating that, it's like, 'Seriously, when everyone's having such a hard time, is this really the moment for you to talk about picnics?'😆🔥
I think this simply reflects that awkward feeling of 'It feels a bit off that you're not sharing the current seriousness of the situation, right?'
When do Away Messages become irritating?
- During urgent work when everyone is tense
- During disasters or troubles
- When someone is seeking advice, but a carefree status message appears
At times like these, seeing an Away Message like 'Out and about' or 'Relaxing time' honestly makes me think, 'Could you read the room a bit...'😮💨🍃
But it's not that Away Messages are bad, right?
Of course, Away Messages themselves are convenient and can be really helpful when used properly.
However, depending on the situation, I thought it might be necessary to be mindful of their content and timing🧠✨
To summarize...
- Away Messages are a convenient sign saying 'Away from desk now'
- But, a carefree message during a serious situation creates maximum awkwardness
- Depending on the situation, it might be good to try crafting messages that show consideration for others' feelings
It made me realize again how small things can change whether your feelings are understood or not🤔💗
Have any of you had similar experiences?💭✨
Hatena
Comments
エイダン
You can turn it off in settings!
クリス
'The kids got gassed here, Yogi Bear.'
ジョージ
Yogi Bear:
グレース
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チャーリー
Why did I choke on this lol
ハンナ
Everyone be quiet, I'm watching the marble race!
ロバート
I saw it for the first time in about half a year, but now it just recommends mysterious bots.
クロエ
Once, in a 'Walking into the Future' story, it used to be a kissing scene before.
ミア
(image link)
ジャック
Actually, sometimes turning it off in the app doesn't work🥲
ロバート
I'm waiting for the away message.
サラ
What's the context of this chat? I really wanna know.
ベン
A picnic in the living room...? Wait, seriously?😭😭 Even after turning off away messages it was the same💔
ノーラン
Just guessing, but did you accidentally make chlorine gas?
ハンナ
I managed to turn them all off, but there's one bot that won't stop, sending a message like 'a vortex of passion' followed by 'Find the puzzle in the escape game full of traps!' and I retorted, 'Before Gona finds it?'
