Is it just me that thinks it's rude for people to put an in-person conversation on hold to respond to a FB notification or other text message? Person doing it is retired, not involved in any family emergencies. It's just a FB conversation. I think it says 'you are not as important as FB'. Or am I just old fashioned? Can't you wait until we are done talking?
Worse is these rudes came to your conversation intending to keep you 2nd place because their Facebook began b4 u
Mostly rude, unless, the person you are speaking with knows you may get a txt from someone that needs answered - significant other, mother, best brother.
It's very rude concerning text messages or social media but if I get a telephone call, I will answer... And if it's a personal call, I'll say I'll call back... And give my undivided attention to the person im with...
not a problem for a luddite like me - stamped on my phone and handed back the pieces when I quit my work 20 years ago and have not bothered with one since
When I meet people, I turn off my phone.
It is rude to look at your phone while in conversation. The message is you are not important.