 (Nick Galifianakis for The Post) | Adapted from an online discussion. Hi Carolyn: My adult siblings and I, as well as our significant others, are all close and really enjoy each other's company, with one exception. My brother's long-term girlfriend is very draining to be around. I think she is a good person deep down, and they love each other, but she dominates all conversations. Her default conversation mode is to interrupt, take whatever you are talking about, and relate it to herself. For example, during a recent family Zoom I was sharing my excitement about reaching a milestone. She interrupted to tell a long story about a co-worker's relative who achieved a similar milestone. Being in her company has gotten so unpleasant that we have started canceling or shortening family calls or gatherings, because we don't want to exclude her but also can't last long listening to her monologues. This makes me really sad because spending time with my extended family brings me so much joy. Any suggestions? — Really Sad | 
