Some Sneaky Reasons Why Talking To Your Parents On The Phone Feels Like A Chore

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Advice Comes Even When It Isn’t Asked For

Conversations Slip Into Automatic Responsibility

Emotional Check Ins Can Feel Intense

Emotional History Quietly Enters the Call

Ending the Call Feels Surprisingly Difficult

Silence Feels More Awkward Than With Anyone Else

The Role of “Child” Quietly Returns

The Talk Often Circles the Same Topics

There Is an Unspoken Expectation to Sound “Put Together”

Time Differences and Busy Schedules Add Pressure

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