On Zoom I would so much rather see someone’s messy, actual room in the background than one of those weird, fake fancy rooms backgrounds people use.

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No, you don’t 👀

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Um.. why?
I dont even want to see my own mess 😒

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Blurred background is preferred for me, unless I have time to tidy up before the call.

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People don’t want you to see their rooms/personal space.

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I’m in an unfinished basement. I assure you that you do not want to see the room behind me.

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And this is the problem with on camera. People are nosy and intrusive with no regard for personal space or privacy. What business is it of yours what my home looks like? Enjoy this tropical beach.

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You don’t wanna see all my anime posters, trust me

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Haha I worked at my moms place one day, and she still had my DBZ posters up in my old room, and I for sure had that in the background

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Lol. You really do not. So many questions/concerns

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I think a lot of people would not want you to be able to see into their bedrooms.

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I don’t want anyone to see that I’m hunched in the corner of my bedroom

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I like the fake ones bc they give me decorating ideas!

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You do
They don't

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this is what I do lmao. figure it gives me a little more character and seem more human.

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You just want to see mattress on the floor, don't you🤔

Dream big C1

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Prefer no camera at all, but to the extent I have to have it on, others can deal with whatever background is offered up.

I always have my background on because I love when my dog sleeps on the couch behind me and everyone comments on how cute he looks 🥰😭

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