In the age of instant messaging, there is almost nothing more frustrating than staring at a screen, waiting for a reply that never comes. The anxiety of wondering what went wrong, or worse, what was said wrong, can be enough to make anyone second-guess every word. Yet so many people overlook how easily texts slip through the cracks or get brushed aside for reasons that have nothing to do with malice or disinterest.
Understanding why messages often go unanswered can help clear up confusion and even save relationships from unnecessary tension.
