You cannot make sense to a person who only comprehends things at their own level of perception. No matter how much you explain, argue, or try. Save your energy.
I’m at a point where I’m fairly flexible with pals or even acquaintances in this situation but earlier this year a person hit me at 8pm on a weeknight with “I’m in your city, seeing if you’re free tonight” & I was like brother the tonight in question is already upon us