The selfish and usually pointless approach is to try to get both done simultaneously - accomplish your work at hand while begging forgiveness of those close to you while you're basically working in front of them during what could've been specifically 'quality time.'
Bob SagetI don't censor myself, but I don't want to force my sick-skewed version of the world, either.
Bob SagetMy dad told me if I was ever intimidated by anyone, just picture them with their clothes off. He said that's how he dealt with my mom.
Bob Saget