We’ve all heard of bridezillas, but have you ever encountered a groom who’s had enough? Meet our fed-up hero, a 31-year-old doctor, who’s been dealing with his parents’ extreme anti-social behavior all his life. From a childhood devoid of friends over to play, to parents who wouldn’t even attend school events, he’s had to rely on his extended family for support. Now, as he’s about to tie the knot with his long-term partner, his parents’ refusal to participate in his big day has led him to make a drastic decision.
The Anti-Social Parents
Childhood Memories: The Missing Parents
The Saving Grace: Extended Family
The Love Story Amidst the Chaos ❤️
The Wedding Planning: Parents MIA
The Final Straw: Front Row Rejection!
The Ultimatum: No Seat, No Invite!
The Family Fallout: Divided Opinions
The Great Wedding Invite Debate: Justified or Too Harsh?
Our hero, the groom-to-be, has sparked a family-wide debate with his bold move. After years of dealing with his parents’ extreme anti-social behavior, he’s decided to exclude them from his wedding guest list unless they agree to sit in the front row. His decision has divided the family, with some members believing his parents got what they deserved, while others feel he should invite them as regular guests. While no one plans to boycott the wedding over this, it’s certainly stirred up emotions and opinions. So, was he too harsh or just standing up for himself? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
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Wedding planner’s unprofessional conduct sparks drama and family conflict. NTA.
Parents’ mental health issues causing strain on wedding invitation decision.
NTA, parents’ mental health affected their parenting, but they’re not AHs.
NTA. Surprised you’ve continued to try with them
NTA: Wedding organizer was an a-hole, but your decision is valid.
Parents’ social disorder causes lifetime of disappointment for OP
Wedding organizer spills secrets, causing chaos. Shipwrecked plans ahead!
NTA. Parents’ phobia impacts you too. Consider grandparents’ honor & clarify parents’ feelings.
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NAH. Parents’ medical issue affects their involvement, but still impactful.
Parents’ anti-social behavior leads to wedding invite ultimatum!
NAH: Compassion for mentally ill parents, but consequences for actions
Parents’ love story: Outcasts, no graduation, same university, lifelong partners!
NTA: OP wants a new planner and debates not inviting cousin. Congrats!
“NTA. Let them hide in the back row and dip out ASAP. “
NTA: It’s your wedding, invite who you want!
Virtual parents? No thanks! NTA for setting boundaries.
NTA: Parents’ hypocrisy exposed. Prioritizing discomfort over their child’s wedding
“NTA. Parents chose to have a child but didn’t step up! “
Empty parent seats would draw more attention, speaks volumes.
Are they avoiding people or just uninterested? #foodforthought
Understanding OP’s frustration with parents’ anti-social behavior
NTA. Parents didn’t attend their own graduation? They need help!
NTA. Parents neglected child, now reaping what they sowed
NTA: Stand up for yourselves and have a fun wedding day!
“NTA. Your parents have serious issues, but they never addressed them to your detriment. It sounds like they enable each other. I find it fishy about the seating they want to do. Your family knows who they are, it’s not like they won’t be approached in person. Their anxiety is getting in the way of logic. If you want, see if you can livestream the service. Send them some videos of the reception. I wouldn’t have them there in person. They may end up with severe panic attacks due to their phobias. Out of curiosity, did they keep a clean house, or were they hoarders?”
“Parents’ asocial behavior causes conflict over wedding participation.”
NTA. Parents lacking basic parenting skills don’t deserve wedding invite
Generation gap: Parents’ involvement in school vs. today’s technology advancements
Parental love vs. introverted tendencies: Is trying enough?
Parents’ neglect and refusal to help: valid reasons to exclude them
NTA: Organiser’s breach of trust is infuriating!
NTA. Parents’ mental health issues affected OP’s social life. Sit in front.
NTA. Parents’ privacy breach. Self-centeredness. No help sought.
Unprofessional organizer causes drama, consider uninviting family. NTA either way.
Dealing with parents who refuse to seek help. NTA/NAH dilemma.
NTA stands up to parents, sets boundaries for wedding invite
NTA. Fire or complain about organizer sharing private details. Don’t invite parents. Surround yourself with supportive people. No more organizer boyfriend.
Parent with anti-social personality disorder shares perspective on wedding invite
Wedding invite condition sparks debate: YTA or just misunderstood?
Understanding the hurt and frustration, but don’t let bitterness taint your special day.
NTA, but fire the organizer!
NTA, but fire your organizer! Unprofessional
NTA: Take control of your wedding and cut toxic ties!
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Is the commenter onto something? Agoraphobia at play?
Overcoming social anxiety and adapting to crowds: a personal journey
Building a relationship based on acceptance, not expectations.
NTA: Overcoming anxiety, holding oneself accountable, and demanding better.
NTA: Wedding invite withheld from absentee parents. Justifiable outburst.
Wedding planner sucks? Get a new one!
Wedding planner starts drama, NTA wants parents at ceremony only
NTA! New planner, congrats on wedding!
NTA. Don’t stress over their reactions. Focus on your actions.
Understanding the disappointment and frustration of parents who can’t meet needs. Good luck!
Parents’ social phobia has robbed OP, but still invite them?
YTA. Show compassion for your parents’ mental health challenges.
Unprofessional organizer, judgmental parents, and a wedding without them. NTA!
Seeking support and understanding from parents, but met with disappointment.
Congrats on your union! Fire the unprofessional wedding organizer! NTA
OP wants parents to care about him. NTA, valid feelings.
Understanding the parents’ condition, but still wanting them at wedding
NTA: Parents’ behavior inspires OP to create healthier boundaries.
Understanding and forgiving parents with ASD. Let it go.
No expectations = no disappointment on a special day.
Engaging comment: Soft YTA. Consider your parents’ mental health needs
