Britany Clara Now that Thanksgiving is over and the rest of love is still on the horizon, many of us may be feeling family fatigue. Spending too much time with loved ones can make you feel a little awkward, affectionate, or even downright toxic at times. The hardest part about dealing with family and friends this time of year is the questions: questions about work, romance, achievements, and of course, love. Dealing with love questions over the holidays can be frustrating or downright traumatic, depending on your family and relationship status. Sometimes the questions are well-intentioned and the other person will drop the subject once they realize you don’t want to talk about it, but other times they can feel more persistent and affectionate. In either case, preparation in love is paramount.
The truth is, these questions can affect anyone. It’s a cliché that aunts or mothers ask young women why they’re single, but in love, anyone can be subject to interrogation. So, here’s how to deal with this, because the restrictions are in your hands.
Firstly, has this happened before? This is true for many of us, but there may be some common triggers. If you have a great aunt who always asks nosy questions, try to avoid her. If your cousin has a partner that everyone compares you to, avoid her as a conversation topic or make a love excuse and leave the room when the topic comes up.
If you know there is a love situation that happens every year, try your best to avoid it. It’s not always possible, but it’s a chance for love.
