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As beautiful and tasty as cake is, it can be the cause of so much drama

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

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Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

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Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

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The sister demanded a refund, which the OP refused

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

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The sting of unreciprocated effort is a major source of the OP’s frustration.“As a family, you’re each other’s backbones; you rely on one another for support through the good times and the bad. So, when one of your family members comes to you, asking for a favor, you feel obligated to perform whatever it is,”Thriveworksexplains. “That being said, it is crucial that when doing a favor becomes a reoccurring instance, boundaries are set—preferably before things get out of hand.”

HelpGuide.orghighlightsthe value of conflict resolution skills in dealing with family challenges.“Conflict resolution skills can come in handy anytime you’re dealing with family drama. These skills involve managingstressin the moment, being aware of both your own emotions and the other person’s, and prioritizing resolution over winning the argument.”

But while at it, make peace with the fact that some people have viewpoints or priorities that may never match your own. Your adult children, siblings, orparentswill do what they feel is right for them, and you can’t control their behavior. Try to treasure the relationship for what it is, or focus on otherrelationshipsthat bring you joy.

So, what are your thoughts on any of this? Be sure to leave your takes and stories in the comment section below!

Readers called out the sister, claiming she was being petty

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

Woman Is In Disbelief After Sister Asks Her To Chip In For The Cake That Her Daughter Ate 2 Pieces Of

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