It's wrong to cut contact with family members.
Brad is having a big dinner with his family during Christmas vacation and is offended by something his sister Teresa says.
Brad wants to let Teresa know he is displeased with her.
Brad tells Teresa that what she said offended him and it was not appropriate.
Brad cuts off all contact with Teresa and refuses to return her calls and messages.
Teresa apologizes for what she said and continues to enjoy a positive relationship with her brother.
Teresa is sad and confused and misses having contact with her brother.