No, someone does not have to respond to you if you want them to. While it is generally considered polite to respond to a text or message, particularly if it's from a friend or someone you know, individuals are not obligated to reply to every message they receive. [1, 2]
There are many reasons why someone might not respond, including: [1, 1, 2, 2, 3]
• Being busy: People have lives and priorities, and may not always be able to respond immediately.
• Not knowing what to say: Uncertainty about how to respond can lead to silence.
• Disinterest or disengagement: In some cases, a lack of response can indicate a lack of interest in continuing the conversation.
• Forgetfulness or other practical factors: People can simply forget, or be preoccupied with other things.
• Personal preference: Some individuals have a preference for shorter or less frequent communication, or might not respond to certain types of messages.
Ultimately, while it's understandable to want a response, it's important to respect that individuals have the right to choose whether or not to reply, says a Reddit thread.
AI responses may include mistakes.
[1] https://www.reddit.com/r/NoStupidQuestions/comments/1ix4hgo/is_it_really_entitlement_to_just_want_some_kind/[2] https://www.quora.com/Is-it-acceptable-to-not-immediately-respond-to-a-text-asking-about-your-day-especially-if-you-are-at-work-and-busy-Why-or-why-not[3] https://learndrive.org/no-response-is-a-response/
