Lori traditionally hosts Thanksgiving at her house for 10-15 relatives. Rarely do the guests help with dinner, clean up, or even say "Thank you." This has been going on for so long that she resents hosting the dinner. So this year she assigned each person to bring a food or do a particular task. A few guests opted out, but the remainder came to dinner, and everyone (including Lori) had a good time. Lori's anger served one of many important functions:

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Lori's anger served the function of setting boundaries. By assigning tasks to each person, she communicated her expectations and boundaries, which allowed her to enjoy the dinner without feeling resentful or taken advantage of.

Lori Traditionally Hosts Thanksgiving at Her House for 10-15 Relatives