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? asked in Family & RelationshipsFamily · 2 years ago

How do I survive a holiday get together with family members that don't want to talk to me?

I was recently accused by my grandmother and aunt for something I didn't do. I apologized several times. This has created ALOT of tension in the family to the point where my aunt and grandma want to move out of state. They really never talk to us anymore and we are going over to their house for Christmas eve. I really don't want to go and am scared something else will happen. What can I do to maybe resolve the situation or at least make it less awkward?

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  • ?
    Lv 7
    2 years ago

    I think you approach them and have a civil discussion beforehand!

    You both have something in common here, and thats neither side wants a fight filled christmas, that is the ties that bind! I would suggest going to them and say "look I want to have a peaceful christmas, and I know that despite our issues, you want that as well, I am well aware that the issues between us won't be resolved any time soon, but I hope we can be civil with each other over the get together".

    This shows maturity on your end, shows to them you have good intentions and I can assure you they will lower their guard and meet you in the middle on this.

  • 2 years ago

    i would go, nnaybe they'll get over it by then and talk to you

  • ?
    Lv 7
    2 years ago

    Even if they move out if state. That is not going to solve anything.

    Shirt if NOT going, there's nothing you can do. Your family members can be your worst enemies.

    If either of them dies before you see them again, how are you going to feel? I almost did NOT go back to school out of state, but I realized that would upset my father more than if he died alone in his own bed. That's what happened.

    Count your blessings. There are people like me who have no close family members and very few friends. My closest friend is out of state.

    This is WHY many people dread the holidays.

  • 2 years ago

    Why did you apologize if it’s something you didn’t do.

    Ignore them. Don’t go to their house. It’s that simple.

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