[header] How to deal with drama [title] Acknowledge your part in the drama. [step] Humility is one of the best ways to diffuse drama, as it takes the energy out of someone's drama. By explaining where the mishap or misunderstanding occurred on your end you can start to diffuse the drama.
If you did something intentionally, such as " forgetting " to mail an invitation, or refusing to send a thank you note to your mother-in-law, you need to own up to that and explain why you acted the way you did. You'll also need to offer to make amends, if possible.