Deciding whether to introduce your child to religion, and what religion it will be, is a decision generally left up to parents. But sometimes family members demand a voice in how the next generation is indoctrinated. A parent grappling with an insistent sibling and the sibling’s significant other turned to the “Am I The A**Hole” […] More
The success of a joke is never a guarantee. Specifically, when the joke is made at someone’s expense. Many people believe that “anyone can take a joke” or “shouldn’t take things so personally”. Even so, one should always be careful when poking fun directly at someone, without knowing full well what their humor threshold is. […] More
Some people are just a drag. They change the atmosphere with their negativity, complaining or criticizing constantly. At times, others are forced to spend time with them because of their job or familial obligations. But if there’s a chance to avoid them, people take it. Yet somehow, the person dragging everyone down rarely realizes they’re […] More
Far too many people rush to judgment about how parents raise their children. Particularly, people who don’t have children of their own. As there are many different methods of parenting, it’s usually best to keep our opinions on these matters to ourselves. Unless, of course, we witness unmistakable neglect or worse. The brother of Redditor […] More
Are siblings responsible for each other’s happiness and well-being, or is that something only parents are required to prioritize? What if one of the siblings is disabled? Does that change the level of responsibility? A teen turned to the “Am I The A**hole” (AITA) subReddit for feedback over her discomfort being responsible for her brother’s […] More
The roles of women in Western countries have changed drastically in the last 100 years. But other global cultures are seeing evolution in gender roles as well. The stereotypical role of stay-at-home wife and mother has been changed by women entering the workforce, either by choice or by necessity. But that’s not every woman’s goal […] More
Whenever we have a guest in our home, we tend to tell them to make themselves at home. As we want them to feel welcome and cared for. Of course, some people take that offer a bit too much to heart, helping themselves to literally anything. Even things that people might not share with members […] More
“It’s the thought that counts.” The age-old saying that life isn’t about presents and material goods, but rather kind and thoughtful gestures. Even so, it’s nice to get presents. And on certain occasions, such as birthdays, certain holidays, and special occasions, presents tend to be expected. And it can be hard not to be disappointed […] More
Keepsake is a term meaning “a small item kept in memory of the person who gave it or originally owned it” according to the Oxford English Dictionary. They may nog be worth much monetarily. They may even be worthless. But they’re cherished for the memories they invoke. Keepsakes can be especially important if the person […] More
In accordance with the circle of life, our parents take care of us as children, but when we reach adulthood, we find ourselves taking care of our parents. Some view this as a burden, others as just the way things work, and some take their duties with pride, as a way of repaying their parents […] More
Many families will help each other out when a member falls on hard times, financially or emotionally. But clear boundaries in these situations are important to keep a helping hand from becoming the cause of family strife. A brother turned to the “Am I The A**hole” (AITA) subReddit for feedback after his sister led to […] More
Big age gaps between siblings can affect their ability to form a bond. Especially if they’re half siblings and have never shared a household. A desire to bond is also critical, as connections can’t be forced by outsiders. An older half-brother with a close bond with his full sister turned to the “Am I The […] More
