Let’s look at what these storylines get right about real families, and how we can use those lessons to lower the emotional temperature at our own next gathering.
The return of an estranged family member disruptively resets the family dynamic. The prodigal child often acts as a mirror, forcing the family to confront the issues they spent years sweeping under the rug. Their presence challenges the established status quo, triggering old rivalries and reopening wounds that were thought to have healed. 4. The Perceived Favorite Let’s look at what these storylines get right