Sure, but we can control who we choose to spend time with and who we choose to ignore. The thread is actually about the author who cannot control himself and do

Sure, but we can control who we choose to spend time with and who we choose to ignore. The thread is actually about the author who cannot control himself and doesn't know how to even begin to talk to others about his problems with instant messaging. There are many things the author can do, most of which I've pointed out already. Just because we can't control others does not mean we're powerless. Nor does it mean we have to bow down to others' standards and demands for how to lead our lives. Isn't that what personal freedom is about?