Big family gatherings

[Independent]

We have a huge family with a lot of family gatherings. Almost everyone gets along but there are a few who seem to rub almost everyone the wrong way. How do you handle those people?

 

[benben]

I wish I had a really big family like that. We have a little family but we still have a person like that. My brother is always trying to start drama. We just put up with him because he is family.

 

[Kenneth]

The best way is just to ignore them. If they don't want to get along, no one is going to force them. I would just stay out of it. Just have a good time and don't try to get in on the drama.

 

[Keepworking]

I agree that ignoring them is the way to go. I wouldn't usually have time or energy to deal with their drama. Just ignore them and let them know that what they do doesn't emotionally affect you.

 

[Independent]

I do ignore that person. I try to be nice but not to spend too much time with them. This last get together our family shared a nice flu bug, yay! Lol, we share everything!