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Christmas is finally here: The snow is falling quietly, the children are laughing merrily, pleasant Christmas smells are coming from the kitchen, the dinner table is set festively. It’s special to gather all your beloved relatives and acquaintances around you at Christmas. But unfortunately the wrong topic was started or someone misunderstood the joke; peace is over.
“Tell me, Isabelle, how long have you been single?” Others your age already have children.”
Singles dread this question every year while surrounded by nosy relatives they haven’t seen in a year. If you haven’t started a relationship by Christmas, you need to listen to everything: “I know a colleague who is studying medicine and has a son who is also single. From “It would be perfect for you” to “If you wait any longer, you’ll be alone forever.” Couples also often get asked questions about family planning. To avoid embarrassing moments at the dinner table, it is better not to ask people about their relationship status during the plenary session. If there is news, the lucky person will probably announce it himself.
“I’ve had diarrhea for three days, according to Google I have terminal cancer.”
This rule applies when it comes to food: no detailed discussion about bodily waste of any kind, please! Despite all the pity, no one wants to know what the doctor looks like when he removes a huge abscess. There is no precise definition of the sound made when a bone breaks; especially when you gnaw the turkey leg yourself. Save the stories for later before anyone else’s appetite is spoiled.
“We should boycott the World Cup in Qatar”
It is not easy to discuss politics in a civil manner, especially when guests from the left and the right are gathered at the same table. Everyone wants to be right, no one wants to surrender. Research also proves this: Contrary to all claims, political debates are not always based on facts, but rather emotional. As soon as the discussions are over, you repeat the same thing a little louder. Politics is important, but do we need to talk about it at Christmas dinner? Lively discussions about controversial issues can be held after dinner, when everyone is full and comfortable.
“What’s a blonde doing in a rice field?”
Blonde jokes are flat at best and sexist at worst. It might be funny among friends, but the reaction at the family table will probably be an angry eye roll. Blondes aren’t the only demographic to become the punchline for controversial humor; They also prefer to keep inappropriate jokes to themselves. For the sake of peace, gallows humor is left until the end of the meal.
“Michi has two 6’s on his report card this school year.”
It says: Pride comes before a fall! However, if you brag too much, your morale will quickly deteriorate. You can be proud of your achievements last year. But it’s better to remain tactful before someone who’s had a less successful year gets personally attacked.
“I will lose weight with the keto diet in the new year.”
Christmas is one of the only times of the year when you’re allowed to truly fill your stomach. No one wants to worry about how much weight they’ve gained and how they’ll get it off by summer.
“The meat is tough, the potatoes are a little soggy, and the vegetables are soft.”
At Fondue Chinoise, everyone is responsible for their own meat. But anyone who takes the time to prepare a detailed Christmas menu deserves respect. A person who sweats for hours in the kitchen will not have the courage to criticize at the New Year’s table. Even if the roast is tough and tender, it is better to keep your mouth shut and ask for a salt shaker.
“Did you hear? There must be a crisis between Berta and Urs.”
When everyone at the Christmas table hasn’t seen each other in a year, you naturally want to know what you’re missing. So is Christmas the best time to gossip? Before you know it, you’ve spilled the beans and family gossip leads to family gossip.
What else can we talk about at the Christmas table?
From popular culture to science and current news topics. From school or work to travel, food and trivia. There are many good topics for the Christmas table, as long as it remains within the framework of mutual respect.
Source : Blick
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