R. Eric Thomas is out here giving advice left and right in his new daily column, “Asking Eric.” Today, we have a reader reaching out for help on dealing with folks who love to show off their phone photos at the most inconvenient times. One situation involves an older gentleman in a plant society bombarding them with plant pics before a meeting, while the other is a family member showing off random people during dinner prep. Talk about timing! The reader just wants to politely decline without hurting any feelings. What’s a person to do?
Well, Eric suggests a simple solution—just be honest. Tell them, “Hey, I’d love to see those pics, but can we do it later when I can give them my full attention?” It’s all about setting boundaries and making sure you can focus on the task at hand. And hey, if the person is persistent, maybe ask them to lend a hand with your work instead of distracting you. Of course, that depends on how helpful they actually are. If they’re just going to slow you down, it might be best to ask them to wait a bit. Communication is key, folks!
So, if you find yourself in a similar situation, remember to speak up and prioritize your time and tasks. And hey, if all else fails, maybe invest in a fake phone call trick to get out of those awkward photo-sharing moments. Just kidding… or am I? Who knows, really. It’s all about finding what works for you in these everyday social dilemmas. Just keep it real, keep it polite, and keep those boundaries intact. Happy photo-sharing adventures, everyone!
