How to not assume that people are mad at me for something I did if I ask them a question and they are quiet?

Question

How to not assume that people are mad at me for something I did if I ask them a question and they are quiet?

Answer 1

if they don't answer you when you speak it's possible they did not hear you and you can repeat the question. Or maybe they are just rude. Again, repeat the question. If it seems they are mad, just ask them. It's the best way to find out what you want to know. Just say, "Is there some kind of problem I should be aware of?"

Other than that, try not to associate with rude people who won't answer you when you talk to them. You don't need that in your life.

Best wishes to you.

Answer 2

If they have a reason to be mad at you, they could be. If not they probably just have something on their mind. Everyone goes through quiet phases, and times when they simply aren't paying attention. Just relax, and when they're ready to talk they will.

Answer 3

Sometimes it may be that they are just trying to process the information and without making any comments whatsoever will help from ending up in a confrontation. I don't know completely though but this is how may mom used to answer me, like, not at all. That's probably why I am walking around and always  worried what people think of me.  

Answer 4

Well maybe they're just thinking.

Answer 5

Martina's advise is good.  When you say "people' do you mean several people, a few people or one/two certain people.  If it is several people maybe you are speaking very softly and do not have their attention before speaking.  Say their name aloud and when they look at you ask a question like "how are you today" that requires a simple answer.

If several people are unresponsive then you may have a problem.

Since I do not know your circumstances or anything about the people you associate with it is hard to give a more definite answer.  I am soft spoken and sometimes need to repeat questions a little louder but usually I just make sure I have their attention and are looking at me.

I have one friend who is hard of hearing I did not know this for a long time because he is very good at lip reading.  If your friends are young they may be used to loud sounds from music and loud conversations  and so they overlook what you are saying..... hope this helps a little.

Answer 6

Just pray on it, and move on.  Not everyone will have something to say and sometimes, when they do say something it may not be what you want to hear so, I would not let that ruin my day or night.  Peace out.