Show Download Article You've heard the old saying that it's better to say nothing if you can't say something nice. This might be the case after you've had an argument with your parents. To avoid saying something hurtful, you'll need to avoid your parents at home, stay out of the house when you can, and come to terms with your feelings. If you're living on your own, you can take additional steps to avoid talking to them.
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Advertisement ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX If you still live at home and want to avoid talking to your parents, try to keep yourself busy by spending more time with your friends or getting a part-time job. You can also sign up for extra-curricular activities or spend more time studying at the library so that you have reasons to be away from home. When you are home, you can lock yourself in your room and put a note on your door informing your parents that you don't to be disturbed. It's totally normal to avoid talking to your parents after a fight, but once everyone cools down, consider reopening the lines of communication. Since you all live under the same roof, you can't avoid your parents forever! For tips on avoiding talking to your parents if you've already moved out, read on! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 403,731 times. Reader Success Stories
Did this article help you?How do you not talk to family members?Give short, noncommittal answers to any questions they ask. If they ask if you want dinner or if you'll go somewhere with them, say no politely. Break or bend this rule if they're asking questions that might lead to reconciliation. Listen before you respond.
What is it called when you stop talking to a family member?Family estrangement is the loss of a previously existing relationship between family members, through physical and/or emotional distancing, often to the extent that there is negligible or no communication between the individuals involved for a prolonged period.
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