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AITAH or NTAH? Should You Ask a Friend to Move Seats at the Valedictorian Awards?
The Debate Heats Up!
Are you torn between being considerate of your friend’s feelings and wanting to have the best view at the valedictorian awards? A recent controversy has sparked a heated debate online, leaving many wondering if it’s acceptable to ask a friend to move seats.
The Situation
We’ve received reports of a student who asked their friend to switch seats at the valedictorian awards, citing concerns about obstructed views and better vantage points. But did they go about it the right way? Some are calling them out for being selfish and inconsiderate, while others are defending their actions as reasonable and practical.
What’s the Right Thing to Do?
We turned to our experts to get their take on this etiquette conundrum. According to Dr. Emily Johnson, a leading expert in social etiquette, "While it’s understandable to want the best view, asking a friend to move seats can be perceived as thoughtless and inconsiderate. Before making the ask, consider your friend’s feelings and whether there’s an alternative solution that doesn’t compromise their experience."
But What About Personal Comfort?
On the other hand, some argue that having a good view is crucial for personal comfort and enjoyment. "Why should someone have to sacrifice their own experience just to accommodate someone else’s perceived need for a better view?" asked Sarah Lee, a college student who weighed in on the debate.
The Verdict is Still Out
As the debate rages on, one thing is clear: there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this conundrum. What do you think? Should you ask a friend to move seats at the valedictorian awards? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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I (17F) am in my final year of high school, and the valedictorian awards are coming up. My best friend (also 17F) and I were discussing the event, and she expressed her disinterest in attending, planning to sit at the back and wait for the pledge signing. I understand, as she isn't an achiever and won't receive any awards.
However, I've worked hard and participated in many extracurricular activities, so I know I'll receive an award. I'll need to go on stage multiple times, and sitting at the back would be inconvenient. When I suggested we sit in front, my friend accused me of trying to brag about my achievements and said I've never been supportive of her.
Honestly, I have been supportive – I've helped her with notes, study sessions, and more since the beginning of high school. But she hasn't been equally supportive of my achievements, often just smiling and looking away when I share my good news.
So, AITAH for asking my friend to move seats? Was I being reasonable, or was I being an a**hole?
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I (17F) am in my final year of high school, and the valedictorian awards are coming up. My best friend (also 17F) and I were discussing the event, and she expressed her disinterest in attending, planning to sit at the back and wait for the pledge signing. I understand, as she isn’t an achiever and won’t receive any awards.
However, I’ve worked hard and participated in many extracurricular activities, so I know I’ll receive an award. I’ll need to go on stage multiple times, and sitting at the back would be inconvenient. When I suggested we sit in front, my friend accused me of trying to brag about my achievements and said I’ve never been supportive of her.
Honestly, I have been supportive – I’ve helped her with notes, study sessions, and more since the beginning of high school. But she hasn’t been equally supportive of my achievements, often just smiling and looking away when I share my good news.
So, AITAH for asking my friend to move seats? Was I being reasonable, or was I being an a**hole?
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Could you guys not just sit separately?
Why don’t you sit apart? Maybe your friend has low self-esteem when she comes to this. At this time, please think more about yourself, you sit in the front, and then the two people calm down and talk about this frankly.
INFO: Why can’t you sit separately?
NTA You don’t have to sit together. If she gets upset, then that’s on her. Don’t make it harder for yourself just to keep her happy.
NTA. It sounds like you’re just trying to be practical about the situation. Since you’re going to be called up multiple times, it makes sense that you’d want to sit somewhere convenient. You’re not asking her to move seats to show off or brag, but rather to make things easier logistically. It’s understandable that your friend may feel uncomfortable attending an event where she isn’t receiving an award, but that doesn’t mean you’re in the wrong for wanting to celebrate your hard work.
It sounds like you’ve been supportive of her throughout high school, so it’s unfair for her to accuse you of being unsupportive now just because you’re getting recognized for your achievements. This event is meant to honor those who worked hard, and you deserve to feel proud of what you’ve accomplished.
I get that sitting separately isn’t an ideal solution, but maybe there’s a way to compromise so both of you feel comfortable. You shouldn’t have to downplay your success or feel guilty for it.
Sit on an aisle part-way back. That’s a compromise.
**NTA** – You’re allowed to enjoy your moment and ask for a bit of understanding from a friend.
It sounds like you’ve worked really hard for your achievements and you deserve to enjoy the moment without worrying about inconveniences. It’s reasonable to want your friend to sit closer so you can share the experience more easily.
It’s a bit disappointing that she’s taking it personally, especially since you’ve been supportive of her