Family gatherings can be a mixed bag of emotions, can’t they? One minute you’re catching up over a slice of cake, the next you’re in a heated debate about… academic titles? ⚕️ This is exactly what happened to our storyteller, let’s call her Dr. D, at her half-sister Sharon’s med school acceptance party.
Meet the Family
The Doctorate Dilemma
The Name Card Controversy
The Clash of Titles ⚕️
The Heated Exchange
The Aftermath ️
Clarifying the Intent
The Internet Backlash
A Sisterly Showdown: The Tale of Two Doctors ⚕️
What was meant to be a joyous celebration of Sharon’s med school acceptance quickly turned into a heated debate about academic titles. Dr. D, who holds a doctorate, was taken aback when her half-sister Sharon dismissed her academic achievement as ‘not a real doctor’. The night ended with accusations of jealousy and rudeness, leaving Dr. D questioning whether she went too far in defending herself. But the drama doesn’t end there. The internet has its own opinions, and they’re not all pleasant. Let’s dive into the world’s responses to this academic altercation.
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Empowerment! Celebrating a PhD woman’s achievements amidst petty games.
Not the a**hole. Let’s hear their side of the story!
Rate my MD? Brace yourself for the drama!
Not the a**hole. Let the feud begin!
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NTA. Arrogant med student gets a reality check in school
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She’s already so far up her own arse
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