The "best" response doesn't objectively exist, but if it did, it would be a function of both time and quality. For example, when you take 24 hours to respond,

The "best" response doesn't objectively exist, but if it did, it would be a function of both time and quality. For example, when you take 24 hours to respond, the message you're sending is that the person is a low priority, regardless of what text you've composed. People who feel that anxious about composing the best reply should seek therapy to help them tolerate the distress of doing things imperfectly.