We all know that knowledge is priceless, but when it comes to tutoring, it definitely comes with a price tag. Our protagonist, a 20-year-old physics whiz kid, found himself in a black hole of frustration when a family friend refused to pay him his usual tutoring fee. What was meant to be a favor turned into a cosmic conflict, leaving us all wondering: Is it fair to expect a discount just because you’re a family friend?
A Favor for Mom Turns into a Nightmare

The First Payment: A Shocking Surprise

A Family Discount or a Raw Deal?

The Tutoring Continues, But at a Cost

The Final Straw: A Fee Cut in Half!

The Physics Prodigy Fights Back

The Mother’s Complaint: A Price Too High? ♀️

The Prodigy’s Outburst: A Demand for Fair Pay

The Final Ultimatum

Mom’s Reaction: A Social Image Shattered

The Prodigy’s Defense: A Matter of Principle

The Fallout: A Community Divided ️

The Cosmic Clash: A Question of Fairness
This tale of a physics prodigy’s battle for fair pay has us all questioning the boundaries of friendship and professional respect. The young tutor stood his ground, demanding the value of his time and expertise. But, in the aftermath, he’s left with a divided community and a strained relationship with his mother. Could he have handled it better? Or was he right to demand what he felt he deserved? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this cosmic clash…
“Mom secretly negotiated a 60% discount without your knowledge or consent. That’s downright offensive. NTA.”
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Standing up for yourself without violence is always commendable! ✊

Asserting independence in setting tutoring fees sparks a family feud

NTA: Stand up for yourself and find better clients
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ESH for undervaluing, taking advantage, and lack of professionalism. ♂️

ESH, OP’s condescending attitude towards tutoring and entitlement is criticized.

ESH: A battle of egos and miscommunication leads to tutoring feud

Standing up for your worth ✨

NTA: Battling entitled parents for cosmic tutoring justice!

Intolerable behavior? This family feud is out of this world!

ESH. A feud over tutoring fees escalates with insults flying

OP’s insensitive remark sparks heated ESH debate.

ESH: A self-aware comment about the challenges of being a good teacher.

Low-cost tutoring may hinder student progress. Respect and commitment matter.

“AH for not handling it professionally. Take a stand calmly.”

Mom meddling in pay? Be professional, not insulting!

Skeptical commenter doubts authenticity of the story

Irritated by the tone? Let’s dive into the cosmic drama

OP’s reference to ‘mother’ gives off Bates Motel vibes

Stand your ground! You deserve fair payment for your expertise!

Cosmic family feud: ESH in a battle over tutoring fees

Unprofessional tutor sparks a cosmic feud with clients
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ESH. Tutoring feud: Asshole tutor, entitled mom, and unimproving student.

Stand up for your worth and find a fair compromise

Smart doesn’t always mean great at teaching
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OP wants validation, not judgment. YTA.

Tutoring fees ignite a cosmic clash between mother and student
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NTA. Surprised you did it for so little for so long
