How do you politely back out of plans?
How do you politely back out of plans? “I'm sorry to be canceling at the last minute when you didn't have the chance to change reservations/the RSVP/etc. I can't make it out tonight, but I do want to see you. Can we find another time to get together? “I know I committed to this earlier but unfortunately I'm going to be able to make it.
Is it rude to cancel plans last minute?
While consistently canceling at the last minute is not ideal, it's also OK to bow out of plans if you need to take care of yourself. Burns recommends getting curious about why you want to cancel.