A Note on Messaging Etiquette
Hello, everyone I hope this message finds you well.
I hadn’t intended to make a post like this, but I feel it’s time to gently clarify a few things. While I truly appreciate the kind people who take the time to reach out via DM, a little housekeeping is in order simply to make our interactions more respectful, thoughtful, and enjoyable for all involved.
1. Be mindful of time zones
We may be continents apart what’s afternoon for you might be the early hours for me. If I don’t reply immediately, it’s very likely due to time or circumstance. A simple greeting is always appreciated, but please understand I may not always be available to respond in real time.
2. Be patient with responses
I kindly ask that you avoid sending multiple follow-ups within minutes if I haven’t yet replied. Messages like “hello? hi? are you there?” repeated in quick succession can feel overwhelming. Life is full and varied, and while I do my best to respond as soon as I can, sometimes that may take a little while perhaps even a day.
3. Be thoughtful in content
I love meaningful conversation and the chance to get to know new people. However, messages that feel attention-seeking, overly demanding, explicit, or include unsolicited links can be uncomfortable. If it’s not something you’d feel comfortable receiving yourself, please consider not sending it.
4. Be intentional with greetings
I’m flattered that many find me approachable. I truly am happy to talk — but I tend to engage more when there’s substance. A message that simply says “hi” may go unanswered, but a friendly introduction or thoughtful question is much more likely to start a real conversation.
5. Be aware of boundaries
It’s lovely that you feel comfortable enough to reach out — and I thank you for that. But please remember that, at the end of the day, I’m still a stranger on the internet. We don’t know each other personally, and mutual respect is key to any meaningful exchange.
To be clear: I’m not discouraging anyone from sending a DM. Quite the opposite — I enjoy connecting with others. But let’s aim to approach each other with kindness, courtesy, and awareness. If we do that, we’ll build something far more pleasant than just a chat — we’ll build mutual respect.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. I genuinely appreciate it.
Take care, stay safe and always remember that you matter.
