Still feeling awkward whenever relatives ask why you’re still single or why you’re gaining weight? Here’s how to answer the most awkward questions during family reunions. | via philstarlife
During these family gatherings, there are countless reasons why some relatives pry on another family member’s personal life or casually comment about one’s body and weight.
“While inappropriate, there may be several motives toward relatives asking about things that we may not be so comfortable talking about, such as it could also be something that they’re deflecting, which is really more toward what matters or what can be a point of insecurity for them,” Triviño toldEveryone has the fundamental right to privacy. Everyone is entitled to share what they want to share and withhold what they want to withhold.
Though it is common for those who are on the receiving end of these questions or comments to just brush it off out of respect to the family members, there are also possible repercussions if this kind of conversations persist in one's family dynamics. Of course there are times when some family members let out these questions and comments without malice. But there will be times when one will feel these family members are being critical or intrusive to one's detriment.In these situations, Triviño said reflecting on one’s thoughts and values may help in controlling one’s reaction toward other people.
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