Posted: Friday, March 15, 2013 12:00 am
I have a hard time talking to my parents
Dear T2T: I have a really difficult time talking to my parents about everything. It’s like every discussion turns into an argument, even when we actually agree on something it all of a sudden turns bad. It’s to the point where I have just stopped talking to them. I know this isn’t a good place for us to be, but it just seems easier than constant conflict. What do you think? — Conflicted
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