Q&A for How to Deal With Annoying Relatives

Return to Full Article

Coming soon

Add New Question

Question

How do you avoid bad relatives?

Seth Hall
Life Coach
Seth T. Hall (ICF ACC, CLC, and MNLP) is a Certified Life Coach and Founder of Transformational Solutions, a Los Angeles-based life-coaching company that helps people achieve their toughest goals, find their own voice, and think outside the box. He has been a life coach for over 10 years, specializing in personal development, relationships, career and finance, and wellness. He has helped his clients break the negative cycles in their lives and replace them with a positive, proactive mindset. Seth believes that everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling and rewarding life, and works passionately to help them reach their full potential. With a deep understanding of how our minds work and the power of positive thinking, he encourages his clients to find their unique paths in life and find success on their own terms. He is a certified master practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, a featured co-author for WikiHow, and co-author of "The Mountain Method”, “The Happy Tiger”, and “The V.I.S.I.O.N.S. Program”.

Seth Hall

Life Coach

Expert Answer

Take care of yourself, whether that means stepping outside or driving yourself to an event so you can leave if you need; or intentionally spending time with those who you get along with.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 0
Question

How do you deal with ignorant family members?

Seth Hall
Life Coach
Seth T. Hall (ICF ACC, CLC, and MNLP) is a Certified Life Coach and Founder of Transformational Solutions, a Los Angeles-based life-coaching company that helps people achieve their toughest goals, find their own voice, and think outside the box. He has been a life coach for over 10 years, specializing in personal development, relationships, career and finance, and wellness. He has helped his clients break the negative cycles in their lives and replace them with a positive, proactive mindset. Seth believes that everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling and rewarding life, and works passionately to help them reach their full potential. With a deep understanding of how our minds work and the power of positive thinking, he encourages his clients to find their unique paths in life and find success on their own terms. He is a certified master practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, a featured co-author for WikiHow, and co-author of "The Mountain Method”, “The Happy Tiger”, and “The V.I.S.I.O.N.S. Program”.

Seth Hall

Life Coach

Expert Answer

Understanding that just because someone is blood does not mean you are obligated to share time and space with them. If there is a family event where you will see them, try to be kind and respectful while maintaining your boundaries.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 5
Question

What should I do if I have an aunt that accuses me of complaining about chores, but I know I never said anything?

Community Answer

You can say she must have confused you for someone else because you never complained about chores. If you insists, just laugh it off and move on - change the subject if you'd like.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 12 Helpful 59
Question

What if the annoying relatives are my parents?

Community Answer

Try to be respectful and not talk back or do anything to upset them. Take frequent breaks and try to think beyond their behavior to the life you'd rather live when you finally leave home.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 19 Helpful 64
Question

What can I do if a relative cheated me at a game?

Community Answer

Call them out on it. Make it humorous, such as "Aw c'mon Uncle Gerry, I know you're better than that cheating around stuff I just witnessed then. Let's play it properly this time and I'll let you have some of my famous chocolate cake if you win fair and square." Say it loudly so that everyone hears, and don't grimace or act whiny, keep it fun and light.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 12 Helpful 55
Question

My cousin comes over every time there's no school. It's irritating because I don't like her company and every stupid thing she says makes me want to punch her. What do I do?

DIYoreo's

Community Answer

Calmly make it clear to her when she does do something irritating that you don't like it. Also, try to busy yourself with chores, errands, 'school projects', etc. so that you have a reason not to be around her.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 10 Helpful 49
Question

My two annoying girl cousins always pick on me and call me names. What should I do?

Community Answer

Ignore them. If that doesn't work, tell an adult. Your or their parents should find a way to stop their behavior.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 6 Helpful 28
Question

What can I do if I have a younger cousin that swears at you if you tell her that she is doing the wrong thing?

Community Answer

Ignore her, play with a game on your own, practice a sport, etc. If you have to play together, stay around adults so they can hear what is going on.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 11 Helpful 38
Question

My stepdad flirts with my mom too much and it gets really annoying. He says the cheesiest pick up lines! What do I do?

Community Answer

It's your mom's relationship. Talk to her about how it leaves you feeling and she can talk to him about toning down his behavior when you're around. However, you also need to make compromises, it's about being a family, not about what you alone want. And remember, all teenagers find anyone over 20 having a relationship to be somewhat icky.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 14 Helpful 44
Question

I don't want my fiancé to meet my annoying relatives. They are too wicked and ask too many unnecessary questions. What should I do?

Community Answer

Just explain to your fiancé that they are annoying, and how you feel about them. Tell him why they're annoying.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 4 Helpful 22
Question

I'm going on a trip with my family to meet relatives, but I'm dreading going there because some are very rude to me. What should I do?

Community Answer

Try to not talk to them much. Let them talk to the rest of the people going. Say you have a sore throat and it hurts to talk. Pass time by reading a book, newspaper or magazine.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 14 Helpful 38
Question

My mom always tells embarrassing stories about the things I do wrong to other relatives. What should I do?

Community Answer

You should talk to your mom and let her know that it embarrasses you when you tell those stories. She may not realize that you don't think they're as funny as she does.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 3 Helpful 16
Question

What if me and my cousins have to sleep in the same room?

Community Answer

Try to get along. Don't argue with them, and if they're bullying you, tell an adult. If you can't get along with them, just ignore them and do something by yourself, like read a book, play a game on a device, watch a movie, etc.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 2 Helpful 8
Question

How to get rid of my annoying cousin?

Matthew Johnson

Community Answer

Don't get rid of him. Just put headphones in your ears and pretend to sleep, or find a similar way to ignore him.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 16 Helpful 31
Question

What should I do if a relative is staying with me and she has not talked to me for almost a month?

Community Answer

Ask her if she would like to move back to her house since there doesn't seem to be much reason for her to be in yours. Suggest that she would perhaps be more comfortable back with the people she knows and would rather talk with. Let her know that if she intends to keep staying at your place, you expect to have some conversations with her.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 22 Helpful 22
Question

I tried doing what you said to do, but it is not working. How do I make my uncle nice again?

Community Answer

Try talking to your uncle in a nice tone and try spending more time with him. You can try talking about your problem that you are having with him, and open up more. Maybe you will start to feel better.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 12 Helpful 13
Question

My annoying cousin swears at me, calls me names, bothers my sister and I and when I tell his mom she doesn't do much! What should I do?

Lauren

Community Answer

Try to ignore him and stand up for yourself and your sister. Make sure his mom is not distracted and make it clear that he should not be doing this and that she needs to do something. Stopping him from coming in the house and visiting is the best bet.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 0