What does it mean when my friends tell me to stop and take a look around?

Answer by  CrystalEg (500)

Often when someone makes this statement they are referring to someones lack of leisure. Usually someone would tell you this if you often seem uptight or busy.

Answer by  sharon52 (195)

Usually this phrase means to slow down, take a minute and consider the whole situation. Friends may be feeling that you're rushing into something or losing perspective.

Answer by  DevoutCatalyst (441)

It means to consider your surroundings literally but conversationally it would be the equivalent of "open your eyes" as in see what is occurring in front of you. Your friend could try to be warning you of something which you're unaware of just not in so many words.

Answer by  pradhaprajgmailcom (1518)

You are very careless and do not unestand the circumstances.You are boring them or they suggest you to note an interesting person or an object crossing you.Change yourself.