Aggressive messages in an online chat I
Mike, a teenager, recently got a smartphone and chats with both peers and relatives, including his aunt Megan. Megan, often busy at work, sends short, fragmented messages during brief breaks. Mike, who prefers writing full thoughts, finds this style odd. During a discussion on a societal issue, Megan sends multiple messages in quick succession, which makes Mike feel she is being aggressive or shouting.
What would you do in Mike's place?
- 1. I will write honestly to aunt Megan that I don’t understand why she’s so mean in messaging.
- 2. I will ask my mother if she understands why aunt Megan is kind of mean to me.
- 3. I will not write to aunt Megan anymore. I would rather write with my mates – to preserve my peace of mind.
- 4. I will suggest to aunt Megan that we would talk when we meet.
- 5. I will ask aunt Megan what way she would like to talk to me, because it seems to me that communication through the app is not suitable for her.