The Hideout
#2046
Yesterday, I was talking with someone about a misunderstanding.
Something was written. And it was read differently from what was meant.
Context was missing. Tone was missing. The people in the conversation were missing.
It made me realize how many of my interactions have become asynchronous.
When I want to share something with someone, my default is to write.
It’s efficient. I don’t wait for the other person to be free. I type, I send. They reply when they can. I answer when I can.
But how much am I missing?
The things I can’t put into words or emoticons. The things we can’t explain but need for real connection.
And I won’t know where you are when you read my message. Maybe it’s the wrong time and place. Context changes meaning.
Truth is, sending a message is easier. Less challenging.
No real-time reactions. No risk of judgment.
Asynchronous is efficient, sure, but it can also become a hideout.
I wonder how often I send messages to avoid the challenge of a real conversation.
Funny how I’m writing this right now instead of calling someone.