I am afraid of how my parents will react when I tell them that I am not going to attend the holidays
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I am anxious right now about how my family will react when I tell them I'm not coming back for the holidays Hello? Are you there?
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yes i am here Why are you not coming back?
assistant
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Because of the health risks and also the unhealthy emotional environment with my family
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What kind of health risks are you concerned about? I imagine that hasn't been easy couple with the tough home environment.
assistant
Question
Health risks are primarily the pandemic. Covid-19 cases have gotten very high where I live and my family members are not very careful.
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I think you are doing the right thing by being careful. During these times, keeping loved ones safe is more important than having gatherings. Do you think it would be helpful to express those health concerns with your family?
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance,Providing Suggestions
I'm glad you said that. Yes, when I told my family that I wasn't coming, I stated health risks as the reason. But, I am worried that they may insist on me attending as we get closer to the holidays and in some ways I feel guilty because it isn't just the pandemic that makes me not want to go. I usually don't feel great during holidays with my family and I think they are harmful to me overall
user
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I understand how you feel. I'm currently saving up to move out myself because I think it would give me a chance to think for myself.
assistant
Reflection of feelings
Yeah, I think people deserve to build whatever home, family, or environment is best for them and shouldn't be judged for it
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I don't think you should feel guilty about that because you are looking out for yourself which is the most important thing. And it always helps to voice your feelings to your family. Whether or not they choose to accept it, just getting things off your chest can help too.
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance
Yes, it made me feel powerful in some way to say no to going to holidays even if it was in the context of the pandemic Thank you for helping me. It feels good to at least talk about it.
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