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There have been a few articles recently complaining about people who complain about being busy. They offer the keys to unlocking what people really mean when th
by rquantz 14y ago
There have been a few articles recently complaining about people who complain about being busy. They offer the keys to unlocking what people really mean when they say they're busy, usually that they're super-important.
There is another thing that "I've been really busy" means: I'm sorry. I'm sorry I haven't kept in touch. I'm sorry I missed your concert/art show/party. I'm sorry I've been mentally absent, unfocused, and overwhelmed. Can we be friends again?
- rayiner 14y agoRecently, I've taken to just saying this directly. "OMG I'm so sorry X that I haven't called in like months. I'm a total asshole and a terrible friend. Lunch next week?" "I'm busy" just sounds like "I have more important things than you."
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