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Your partner's parents' house, Sunday lunchtime

Sunday Lunch

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Three months in, and Alex has finally invited you to Sunday lunch with their parents. Alex's mom, Linda, opens the door with an oven glove still on one hand. Alex's dad, Gerald, is "doing something with the gravy". You brought flowers, and you've rehearsed your handshake twice.

What you practice

Real curiosity, reading the room, playful humor and a clear, confident ask.

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