this type of behavior is so, so frustrating - I've definitely seen it with a parent - and, once, a partner - and the transactional nature of it is, well, gross. - Andy Spears

My mother-in-law needs to be the center of attention, and she needs to punish people when they do not immediately bend to her will. Lately, I displeased her by not making a big enough fuss about her birthday, so naturally, she need…
I Refused to Say Thank You for a Gift
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this type of behavior is so, so frustrating - I've definitely seen it with a parent - and, once, a partner - and the transactional nature of it is, well, gross.
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Written by Andy Spears2.8K Followers
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Writer and policy advocate living in Nashville, TN —Public Policy Ph.D. — writes on education policy, consumer affairs, and more . . .
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