Can a Teenager Stand Up to Their Parents’ Obsession with Fantasy?

For this teenager, the days leading up to Christmas can often be a nightmare. Not because of the festivities or the anticipation of what Santa might bring, but because of the constant bombardment of Harry Potter-related activities. From day one, the family has been named after characters from Harry Potter and Star Wars and the teenager is sick of it. Every birthday, every holiday, everything is just organized around “fandom.” So what happens when the teenager finally has enough and stands up to their mom? AITA ? Read on to find out!

Teen deals with parents’ Harry Potter and Star Wars obsession!

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When it comes to family traditions, it can be hard to distinguish between what makes them special and what can feel a bit overbearing. For this teen, the pressure of being forced to watch Harry Potter, Star Wars, and Marvel movies every holiday has become too much. After an explosive argument with their parents, the teen is left wondering if they are in the wrong. Read on to hear more of the story and find out what other people have to say in response.