Mind Your Own Business

It can be very irritating and frustrating when someone feels that they just have to butt in to your conversation. It really tests someone's nerves when someone has to constantly know what they're doing where they're going, and why they're doing that. But what if you are the one doing it to other people. You don't want to annoy people, so here's how you can do that.

Try not to butt in. Some people might have no trouble minding their own business and could care less about what you're doing or talking about. But others can't help it. It's just natural for them to butt in on everything.
Ask yourself why you are butting in. Before you go interrupt someone, ask yourself: "Does this concern me?" If what they are doing is going to somehow affect you in anyway, then it does concern you. But if it's just gossip or someone is going out with their friend, then it doesn't concern you.
Walk Away instead of butting in If you figure out that it doesn't concern you at all, then walk away. Don't be near the person so you don't even get a chance to butt in. If it does concern you, then you have a right to listen and interrupt.
Become oblivious and disinterested. Try to be the least interested in people as possible. Be oblivious to what goes on around others. If you feel the need to interrupt someone or find out what they are doing, think about it first. It's just like the saying: "Think before you speak".

This doesn't mean to be oblivious and completely ignore everybody. Just learn when the right to interrupt someone is and when it is your business.
Some people may have problems minding their own business that are really serious. If this is your case, then you may want to see professional help.


Some people may not want you to mind your own business. If not minding your own business is something you do naturally, then stopping will be considered not "being yourself". A lot of people would rather you just be yourself.