Here are ways to handle those annoying group messages
Q: You’re a part of a group text that’s been flooded with messages as of late. Is it best to lay boundaries with the rest of the group or just leave altogether?
A: Group texts come in all shapes and sizes, and it’s unrealistic to think that everyone’s communication needs and styles will align perfectly.
Before you remove yourself, though, there are some considerations. First: Is the text frequency likely to continue to be a problem? Some text chains blow up and then go silent for weeks at a time, so you may not necessarily have to do anything at all to get relief.
That said, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with simply taking your leave. And in the days of constantly buzzing phones that can frazzle what’s left of our already-shot nerves, your mental health should be a priority. Try to be simple, kind and direct: “So sorry I have to drop off this for now — I’ve got tech overload and need a little detox — but you know where to find me!”
— Andrea Bonior, psychologist and author of ”Detox Your Thoughts”
A: Being inconvenienced by receiving a few more text messages than usual isn’t the end of the world.
How about this when responding to the whole group: “Thanks guys for the information. Please respond directly to the host.” If your decision is to leave after a brief exchange, do so by saying, “My apologies. I’m stepping into a meeting and can’t continue on this message thread. I will call the host later for an update. Thank you and have a wonderful rest of your day.”