The Burden of Guilt: How Unfair Expectations Can Shatter Lives The recent advice columns in Slate's Dear Prudence section have highlighted the disturbing trend of placing guilt and responsibility on individuals who are not equipped to handle the emotional weight of caregiving.
Two letters, while differing in context, share a common thread – the imposition of unrealistic expectations on family members and friends.
Minor Disagreement writes about her husband's objections to hosting children from their friend's family.