The use of forcing functions as described in this post (“Can we jump on a call?”) is a useful framework for managing ambiguous requests. However, should this situation continue to recur, there is a likelihood that your behaviour will change to offer some level of operational, cognitive, and/or emotional “protection.” Boundaries of this type are normally recommended, but at their worst, you can start to transition into self-sabotage or controlled disengagement.
In practice, this can start to look like reducing one’s level of initiative, narrowing scope, and withholding effort from systems that go against one’s preferred operating model. This means that you may start removing yourself from systems that need you to actively shape them.
To prevent this, it’s best to use an operating model that lets you stay engaged selectively and strategically, especially when you find yourself in an environment that runs counter to your preferred work style.