Best. KCgardengrl • 8 yr. ago. Yes, that happens to anyone with depression. Your mind starts telling yourself you can't do it for. I've made plans many times in the last few years and flaked at the last minute for whatever reason. Occasionally, I try to make myself go anyway, and feel better after. Cancelling last minute can certainly be perceived as rude, and what may be considered rude depends on the context. For example, if an individual postpones or cancels a job interview they may be seen as having disrespected the interviewer’s time and energy, since interviewing requires a lot of preparation. Insane-Muffin. • 2 yr. ago. Damn, you’re someone /I/ would date and give a second chance to in a heartbeat. I would do the same if I had to cancel last minute like that: apologize PROFUSELY and sincerely, cover gas, and definitely make detailed plans for a second time to meet. I just had someone cancel exactly like OP, except he said his “OMG. I already had plans with my sister/mom/friend/etc. that I totally spaced when we made ours!” Darn, you’re such an airhead! Guess you gotta cancel. #SoSad “I actually have an appointment that I totally forgot about.” You’re really forgetful, ya know? (Maybe don’t use all these in a row… they might start to worry about you.) 2. Consider bearing gifts. Canceling plans last minute can feel a bit thoughtless. A sweet gesture can put a better taste in a person's mouth, especially if you bailed on a wedding. "Consider How to cancel a date over text. If you would normally call the person you’re scheduled to go on a date with but can’t for some reason, here are a few things you could text them to clearly communicate why you have to cancel your plans. 15. Hi there, I’m sorry to do this over text, but I’m at work so I can’t really call. Two friends plan a trip together and their communication breaks down. My closest friend and I decided to plan a trip to Japan back in January. We are booked to leave around six weeks from my The “Cancel Plans Last Minute” Test. My boyfriend would frequently cancel our plans last minute, giving various excuses like work commitments or family emergencies. I found this incredibly disrespectful and frustrating. After some time, I realized that this was a test to see how I would react to these sudden changes. jm6d.