What brand was that cheap lamp?

Nah, group chats don't have to be a constant noise machine. A good one finds a balance. My main friend chat is mostly quiet until someone has actual news or wants to make plans. It's not a 24/7 stream of memes and random thoughts. That just burns everyone out.

Got a prof to push it through, beat the red tape.

Did your boss actually see it happen?

Exactly! It's crazy how people ignore those quiet signs in regular talks too, like when someone's smile doesn't reach their eyes.