A lack of engagement sends the message that you may not care, are not interested, are too busy, or that the other person does not matter to you. Even though this is rarely your intention, it can happen when you're not being mindful and deliberate to connect in the moment.
In "The Art of Action," author Susan C. Young emphasizes the importance of engagement in interactions. When individuals fail to actively participate in conversations, it can unintentionally convey indifference or a lack of interest. This disengagement can suggest to others that they are insignificant or that you have no time for them, which is often not the intended message.
Younger points out that being mindful and intentional during interactions is crucial...