If you’ve ever found yourself irritated by other people’s decision-making, mentally noting license plates “just in case,” or standing in your kitchen unable to decide what to eat for dinner—you’re not alone. For many 911 dispatchers, these aren’t random quirks. They’re patterns. In most communications centers, going “not ready” means you’re temporarily unavailable for calls—even if it’s just for a moment to reset, regroup, or catch your breath. The challenge is, that option d