It can be hard to know how to navigate difficult conversations, especially when it comes to family. It's important to remember that you can't control

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1. The author's wife is a doctor and they need to be extremely cautious about their exposure to COVID.

2. They ask their adult daughter, Sarah, to limit the number of people she has personal contact with in order to still have in-person visits with her and their grandchildren.

3. Sarah saw a picture of herself on social media having cocktails unmasked and indoors at the house of a mutual friend, Carrie.

4. They informed both Sarah and Carrie of Sarah's quarantine and asked Carrie to stop the invitations.

5. Carrie responded by texting Sarah to invite her for cocktails that evening.

6. My wife later told Carrie how angry they were.

7. Carrie brushed this off and said my wife was being overly sensitive.

8. A few weeks later, Carrie's husband was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

9. Carrie promptly informed everyone how important it was that they now isolate.

10. My wife has opted to cut contact with Carrie, but my wife says that she will not abandon this friend in a time of need.

11. Carrie is now on a mission to paint my as the source of friction in her friendship with my wife, and recently criticized me in front of others.

12. My wife did not defend me.

13. It's time for you to clock out.

     When it comes to supporting a family member who has transitioned genders, the best thing to do is to be open and supportive. Let them know that you love them and are happy for them, and that you are there to support them on their journey. Additionally, it's important to remember that it is not your place to out them to other family members who may not be aware of their transition.

     Finally, it's important to remember that you can't pour from an empty cup. It's ok to take a step back and take care of yourself, even if it means saying no to things that would normally be a priority. This is especially true when it comes to work. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed and taken advantage of, it's important to set boundaries and take care of yourself first.

     No matter what the situation, it's important to remember that you can't control other people, but you can control how you respond to them. By taking care of yourself and setting healthy boundaries, you can ensure that you are in a better position to support your loved ones.

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