Pros and Cons of Attending Family Events You Don't Enjoy

Showing up for family events maintains relationships and models loyalty, but consistently overriding your own needs leads to burnout and resentment.

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Pros
  • Maintains relationships
  • Models family loyalty
  • Avoids conflict
  • Sees extended family
  • Regrets avoided
Cons
  • Time and energy cost
  • Personal discomfort
  • Resentment builds
  • Compromises wellbeing
  • Hard to reverse

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