The Unethical Practice of Unannounced Arrivals

 🏠 The Unethical Practice of Unannounced Arrivals

One of the most unethical and painful habits in our culture is the idea that it is perfectly okay to "drop by" someone's house unannounced. No call, no message, no confirmation...

Just ring the doorbell and expect to be greeted immediately with a warm welcome, fresh tea, and lavish hospitality...

It may seem harmless on the surface, but in reality it is a gross disregard for the other person's time, space, and state of mind.

 You have no idea what's going on behind that door...

• The house might not be clean...

• Someone might be sick...

• The kids might just be asleep after a full "battlefield"...

• The host might be tired, upset, or just not in the mood to "be social" with anyone...

• They might have plans, a work deadline, a meeting, family time, waiting for another guest, or they might finally be enjoying a few moments of peace...

But your 'unexpected' visit throws everything into disarray!

Respecting boundaries is not a luxury, it's basic human decency.

A simple message, a quick call, a "Hey, are you free if I come tomorrow or in a few hours?" It's not hard to ask, it's a responsibility.

 Even just a few hours' notice gives people time to prepare and gives them the option to say yes or no, so they can host you with peace of mind, rather than pressure.

So, let's be clear:

Showing up unexpectedly without telling someone is neither nice, nor is it traditional, nor is it a sign of love... It's completely disrespectful!

This rule should be established:

You don't go to someone's house without permission. You ask, you confirm, and then you go to meet them, so that your presence is not an inconvenience but a pleasure...